How much does Singer 301 weigh?

16 lbs The Singer 301a is an aluminum bodied full sized machine. Equipped with a built in handle and weighing in at only 16 lbs, the 301a is one of the most ruggedly built portable machines available.

What is the difference between the Singer 301 and 301A?

Singer 301 long bed The a in 301a stands for where the machine was made - Anderson, SC - and is the only difference between them.

What size bobbin does a singer 301 use?

Forward and Back: at the flick of a lever will sew forward or back. Bobbins: uses class 221/301 bobbins. Needles: uses Class 15x1 needles, #2020. Needle is also self setting, it cannot be inserted incorrectly in the needle clamp.

Why is featherweight so popular?

The Featherweight uses the same low-shank feet and accessories as full-size Singer sewing machines. A beautiful straight stitch is one of the Featherweights strongest selling points. Due to the mechanical simplicity and high-quality construction and materials, Featherweights are easy to maintain at home.

How much does a singer 99 weigh?

The Singer 99 was a sturdy and reliable machine that was easy to use. It became very popular with occasional home users because at 22lbs (10kg), it was more manageable than full size machines and it came in a storage case.

How old is my Singer 401A?

Model dates and serial numbers were:ModelYearsFrom Serial No.301A1953 - 1955NA1860011956 - 1957NB000001401A1957NA5000001958NB30000114 more rows

What is the difference between Singer 99 and 99K?

The Singer 99 was a sturdy and reliable machine that was easy to use. The machines have adjustable tension and stitch length controls. The 99K must always be mounted in some form of base because the underbed mechanism will not allow it to sit directly onto a table surface.

What is a Singer 99 13?

The 99s are a 3/4 sized machine, basically a mini-version of the 66, and this model was one of the first sewing machines advertised to be totally portable. Although at about 25 lbs in the case, its not quite as portable as a modern lightweight machine or even a featherweight.