We are the internets most active Singer Featherweight Sewing Machine
dealers &
we can help you sell your Singer 221
Featherweight. We have numerous 221's listed for sale on our sales site
www.Patented-Antiques.com if
you are looking to buy one now.
The
Singer "Featherweight" is the most popular sewing machine ever
made that is still being widely used! Produced
from the 1930's through the 1970's these compact and
lightweight portable electric sewing machines have become a favorite
with today's quilters, crafters, fabric artisans, and vintage / antique
sewing machine collectors. If you have ever sewn on one you will understand why!
As the demand for these machines has
grown, so too has the
information about the history of the machines that
the Singer Sewing Machine Co. called their "Model 221" and "Model 222",
and that collectors and users call "The Perfect Portable".
* * Singer Featherweight Facts * *
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Singer Featherweights were made in the
US, the UK, and Canada.
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The difference between the
221's and the 222's is the "Freearm" feature of the 222's, which allows
a portion o
f the flat surface to be removed leaving a tubular bed that
allows for sewing on pant legs, sleeves, and other circular areas.
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Freearm 222 Featherweights typically sell for
two to three times more than a typical 221 Featherweight sewing
machine.
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Featherweights came in 3 basic colors with several
variations---Black,
White, and Tan.
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Most black models h
ave a shiny
finish, however there was also a black matte or crinkle finish model produced
for a short period of time, shown on the right, and it is very
collectible and commands a premium price.
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White models range in color from creamy
white to ivory to "celery" or a pale green-white. Tan models
range from creamy beige to light brown. White and tan models
tend to fluctuate in popularity so prices can be up and down,
but typically they bring similar prices to comparable condition
black Featherweights.
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Featherweights were never produced in red, blue,
purple, raspberry or anything similar. These color machines and
other colors that you periodically see offered up for sale on the
Internet are machines that
have been powder-coated / re-painted. They look slick, and
some people like them for their novelty, but they are not original or
rare, and they are not something we buy or sell.
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Singer 221 and 222 sewing machines came in a
"leatherette" covered rectangular carry case which make them "the
perfect portable". There are reproduction cases being
offered for sale now.
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The serial number on the bottom of the
machine can be used to figure out the approximate production
date of the sewing
machine.
You can find dating charts on various internet sites, including
Singer's own site.
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Although the basic design of this sewing machine stayed the
same over the years there were several variations in cosmetic
appearance. Earlier machines had what collectors refer to as the
Egyptian scrollwork pattern etched on the chrome plated endplate.
Later machines had the striated or striped design faceplate. The pattern of
the gold decal around the perimeter of the bed also went from a more
circular scrollwork
design to a more geometric linear pattern.
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I sell Singer Featherweights in the $350-$700
price range from my sales page at
www.Patented-Antiques.com The exact details of cosmetic condition are critical
to the value.
Machines that sew well but show loss to the gold decals, or scratches,
or chipped paint sell for less. Machines that are in
pristine condition that show no wear may sell for upwards of $600 - $700.
It's all in the details of condition, and even minor blemishes makes a huge difference
in price.
Prices at eBay are all over the board, with most selling for 300
or less. Some bring more, most less.
At antique shows / flea markets and antique shops we typically
see featherweights grossly overpriced for their condition.
Featherweight
Consignment Sales
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As experienced and
enthusiastic dealers of Singer Featherweight
sewing machines we are always interested in helping you sell your
Singer Featherweight machines through the Consignment Program we offer.
Typically for more than you would realize
in most other situations.
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Most Featherweight buyers want to buy a machine from someone they
trust, someone who has expertise, someone they can talk to before making
the purchase, and someone who will stand behind the sale. Many
potential buyers do
not like the anonymity of the internet auction venue, and for good
reason, and this can hold
prices down.
We service every Featherweight we sell and include a
1-year guarantee on every machine. When you partner up with us you
get the benefit of our expertise, our reputation and the benefits of
dealing with a real person!
We have Singer
Featherweight sewing machines in a wide range of prices listed for sale at our sister website
www.patented-antiques.com
If you are looking to buy or sell one of these sewing machines be sure to
visit that site where you will find not only Featherweights but
other antique sewing machines, toy sewing machines as well as a host of other patented, mechanical and technology related antiques that
we have for sale there.
If you have a good running and good
looking Singer Featherweight Model 221 or 222 that you want to sell, please contact us at
LCM@AntiqBuyer.com providing as many details as possible.
To see other examples of Singer Featherweights and
other antique sewing machines, including toy sewing machines, that we have
available for sale, please go to our sister site
at www.Patented-Antiques.com
Thank you!!
Larry & Carole
