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Antique / Vintage
Singer Featherweight Model
221 -
222 Sewing Machines
We have been selling Singer 221 and 222 Featherweight Sewing Machines online since 1998!
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 Once you have used a vintage Singer Model 221 or 222 Featherweight
sewing
machine you will know why they are referred to as "The Perfect Portable",
why a whole new generation of sewing machine collectors and seamstresses
have fallen in love with them, and why many Singer Featherweight
"users" soon become Singer Featherweight "collectors"!
We are proud to offer
for sale a fine selection
of 221 and 222 Antique Singer Featherweight Sewing Machines.
We stand behind what we sell!
We personally service and detail each and every one of these 221 and 222 Featherweights
before we offer them for sale. And every Featherweight that we
sell carries our written 1 Year Guarantee.
We Only Sell Featherweight
Sewing Machines in Original Condition!
Featherweight sewing machines were never produced
in red, blue, purple, raspberry, nor were they ever
produced with floral / fantasy decals, stripes or polka dots. Machines
of those colors that you see offered up elsewhere on the Internet
are machines that have been powder-coated / repainted and with new
decals applied. Some
people like them for their novelty, but they are not original or
rare, and they are not something we buy or sell.
I love to see vintage Singer 221 and
222 Featherweight sewing machines in pristine original cosmetic condition. However I also realize that
there is a need for good working Featherweight machines in somewhat
less-than-excellent cosmetic condition, so when available I will offer
machines in this category as well, but only when I can price them
appropriately.
Regardless which machine you purchase
from me all of the Singer Featherweights listed below are cleaned, oiled,
adjusted, inspected, sew-tested, and ready to go back to work. All have original Singer
parts. All are 110 Volt wiring for US use. All of these Featherweights are in excellent mechanical and electrical condition, and
all are ready to sit
down and sew with.
To assure your satisfaction all
of the Vintage Singer Featherweight sewing machines we sell come with
our complete 1-Year Money Back Guarantee.
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Here's How To Order
Once you have decided
which machine you would like to purchase just email
ilovefeatherweights@gmail.com or call
me at 530.748.7297 and I can go over all the details of that specific machine with
you, and take your payment / shipping info.
If you are
not sure which machine
will best suit your needs call and I can help you determine
that as well.
BUY WITH ASSURANCE!
Concerned about buying online?
Click here
to read some of our testimonials!
All of the Singer Featherweight sewing machines
listed below have been fully serviced in our workshop---inspected, cleaned, oiled, lubricated, adjusted, and
sew-tested---before being offered for sale. Every single Featherweight we sell carries our 1-year
guarantee! Who else offers you that?
 1935 Black Singer Featherweight 221 Sewing Machine (AD938611) with
SCHOOL BELL BOBBIN WINDER
This early production Featherweight is marked with serial number AD938611,
which dates it to the model 221 production run assigned on June 24,
1935. Singer had only began producing the Featherweight model at
the end of 1933.
One has to wonder, at this early juncture, if they knew what a winner
they had on their hands!
Think about it---the United States was still in the midst of The Great
Depression. Times were tough and money was tight. Only a
relatively small number of fortunate families would have even been able
to afford such a luxury, and given that electricity had not yet reached
a lot of places in rural America the Featherweight was probably
something that many seamstresses and homemakers could only dream of. Imagine what a thrill it must have been to have owned one then!
This Featherweight has all the hallmarks of the early
models---the beautiful fancy scrollfront pattern on the endplate, the
chrome-rimmed handwheel and chrome stitch length regulator plate,
the un-numbered thread tensioner, and most distinctively the early
style front-mounted "school bell" bobbin winding tensioner. I've included lots of pictures so be
sure to view them all.
As with all the Featherweights I sell, this one has had a complete
servicing and cleaning to bring it to its former glory, and is ready to
sew on right out of the box. A new belt has been installed as well
as new wiring for the foot controller. Of course I've sew-tested
it to ensure it produces the perfect stitch. Despite having some pin-marks and other scratches, as well as some loss to the decal
along the front and back edges, the machine is super clean and retains great
shine. The carry case is also
in very nice condition and complete with the top tray. The original
instruction manual with 1933 copyright date is included, as well as the
set of attachments.
If you have been waiting to find a Featherweight from one of the
earliest years of production don't let this one pass you by!
$1650 LCM--35-FW
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 1936 Black Singer Featherweight 221 Sewing Machine (AE209010)
These Featherweights from the 1930's are just so classy looking! Imagine what a thrill it must have been to have
owned one then! And the earliest models like this one---with the Egyptian scrollwork faceplate, the chrome edge handwheel, the chrome stitch
length regulator plate, the early style bobbin winder guide, the un-numbered upper thread tension adjuster,
and the foot controller with the very deco-inspired cooling vents---are so very distinctive!
This pretty machine sews like a champ. I
always feel like I'm repeating myself because I say that about all of
them that I have listed here. But the truth is that if a
Featherweight is properly "tuned up" to the proper specs, which I do
with every single one before I offer it for sale, it's going to perform beautifully.
And that's when these pretty little machines sew that beautiful "Featherweight stitch".
Regarding the cosmetic condition, this one has
that pretty reflection to the clearcoat finish, although there are light pinmarks
on the bed and some
unevenness to the shine, as well as some loss to the gold decal along
the front edge. The carry case is in good clean and sturdy condition,
noting some wear to the exterior "leatherette" covering, particularly on
one back corner. It's complete with its top tray and original leather handle.
The original instruction manual included, as well as a whole host of original Singer Featherweight attachments.
Eighty-eight years later and you can still feel the thrill!
$625 LCM--36-FW
SOLD!
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 1949 Black Singer Featherweight 221 Sewing Machine (AJ208745)
Here is a post-World War II Singer 221 that will be a great "user".
This pretty Featherweight sews beautifully and is all serviced, ready
and waiting to get back to work! It's in excellent
mechanical and electrical condition and will be a great worker. It
just purrs along creating that perfect Featherweight stitch!
Cosmetically it is also very nice---the finish is bright and shiny
and
you'll note just a small amount of minor loss to the gold
decal in a few areas along the perimeter of the bed. But it does not
detract to the overall look as you can see in the pictures I've
provided. It's squeaky-clean and as cute as can be!
The carry
case is original and in good sturdy condition, complete with the inside
tray. The set of Singer
attachments pictured is included as well as a nicely reproduced copy of the instruction manual.
A great mid-range choice! $650 LCM--49-FW
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 1950 Black Singer Featherweight 221
"Centennial" Sewing Machine
(AJ817062)
If you have been waiting to find a really nice "Centennial"
model Featherweight here it
is! Wondering what a Centennial is? Singer celebrated its
100th year of business by designating a limited number of machines with
a special logo commemorating the anniversary. The badge proudly
reads "A Century of Sewing Service 1851-1951" Collectors refer to
these Featherweights as "Centennials" or anniversary models.
The condition of this Centennial Featherweight will take your breath away---it's
got that "wow" factor! It shows only the most
gentle of use and careful, proper storage. And it sews just as
nice as it looks!
Of course you'll love the way it sews! It's in excellent
mechanical and electrical operational condition, and has been serviced top to bottom
so it's ready to go right out of the box. It's
super clean and bright with the kind of reflective shine to the surface
that shows the utmost care over the past 75 years of it's life.
The carry
case is original and also in excellent condition. Included is a
full assortment of Singer
attachment feet as well as the original instruction manual. An
added bonus is the collectible tin litho Singer oil can!
Centennial Featherweights are fairly hard to come by, and this
one is as nice as you'll likely ever see! $995 LCM--50-FW
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 1955 Black Singer Featherweight 221 Sewing Machine (AM171474)
I guarantee you'll love the way this Mid-Century Singer
Featherweight 221 sews! This pretty machine has been
well-maintained and cared for. It had been a while since it was
last used, but after a thorough inspection and complete cleaning and
servicing I can say with full confidence that mechanically it's in top
shape, and all set to get back into the sewing room. It's been
cleaned, lubricated and adjusted, the motor runs strong, and it sews a
lovely stitch.
Cosmetically you'll see some signs of use---and average amount of "pinmarks"
to the clearcoat finish, some light scratches, and just a few very minor
"nicks" to the gold decal decoration that runs around the perimeter.
But overall it's very presentable. The paint is bright and glossy,
the metal parts are clean and shiny.
The machine is equipped with the handy graduated increment / calibrated
throat plate to use as a guide in keeping your seams nice and straight
and of uniform width. An assortment of fancy stitch attachments
are included as well as a reproduced copy of the Singer Featherweight
instruction manual. The carry case is original and also in
excellent condition.
A great choice if you're wanting a good-looking hard-working
Featherweight at a fair price! $650 CRML--55-FW
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 1961 Black Singer Featherweight 221K
"Red S" Sewing Machine (ES244479)
Remember the 60's? This Singer 221 is 64 years young,
and a true beauty with her "Red S" designation on the badge.
Singer was winding down its US operations at this point in time.
As they were approaching the end of their black Featherweight production
runs operations were switched to their Kilbowie, Scotland and St. Johns,
Canada factories. The model 221 and 222 machines were badged with what has
now become the prized "Red S" on the oval tag, and given the "K" (K
as in Kilbowie) designation. This gorgeous machine symbolizes the
end of an era!
Everything about this Featherweight is nice. Of course you will
love the way it produces that pretty Featherweight stitch. I've given it
a complete servicing, cleaning, adjusting and sew-testing. It runs
strong and sews beautifully, and comes with my 1-year guarantee.
It has a super glossy shine to the finish and the bright gold decal is
near 100% intact. No question this one was well cared for,
gently used, and then carefully stored.
The machine is outfitted with the delineated throat plate with marking
that make it a cinch to keep seams straight and of consistent width.
It's complete with a assortment of the basic original Singer attachments
and original instruction manual (missing the cover). The black
carry case is in really fine condition. It's very clean cnd crisp
and just as nice as can be.
You'll be as proud to show this one off as you will be to sew on
it. My only caution is that you might find yourself sitting and
staring at it when you're supposed to be sewing! $1295 WB-61-FW
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White Singer Featherweight Model 221K Sewing
Machine
 1964
White / Green Singer Featherweight 221K Sewing Machine (EV887410) If
you have been waiting to find a squeaky clean Singer 221K this one is
for you! These white Featherweights have a look all their
own with their "Mid-Century Modern" styling. They are a little
lighter in weight than the black 221's due to the shortened swinging bed
extension and have a more petite carry case. Dating from the end
of Singer's Featherweight production period far fewer white
Featherweights were manufactured compared to the number of black ones.
But just like their black counterparts they were built to last!
This lovely machine is
very, very pretty---the paint is a crisp and cool greenish-white color
that some FW aficionados refer to as "barely celery" or "mint green". The metal parts are bright and shiny. The machine looks
to have seen gentle use---there are some minor nicks in the paint but
overall it shows very well. As with all of the Featherweights we
sell this one has been fully serviced and it sews like a champ!
And it produces that lovely straight
Featherweight stitch.
This one came with the full assortment of basic Singer 221 Singer
accessory feet in their original box. The original Singer 221K
Featherweight instruction manual, with its pink and green cover, is
included as well. The green and white carry case is in nice
clean condition as well.
Be sure to view all the pictures below---they don't get much sweeter than this---a very tidy package! $950 LCM--W-FW
SOLD!
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Hard-to-Find Singer Featherweight Accessories
 Singer FashionAids Case with Accessories
The Singer "Fashion Aids" case looks like a child's suitcase with
a removable compartmentalized interior tray with nooks and crannies for all the
attachments. It was marketed by Singer as a way to organize and store all of their specialty attachments for
your Featherweight. They came in several colors---this
one is blue in color, inside and out. There are some scuffs on the
case and the leather handle is missing, but the hinges and latch are in
good shape and the handle rings are there.
There is a nice assortment of attachments that include some in original
boxes---and room for more of your own to be added! Here's what's
included, and all are original vintage Singer / Simanco:
Pinking Attachment #121021
Hemstitcher and Picot Edger #121387 in original box with correct Featherweight-specific Throatplate #121392 and Thumbscrew
Buttonholer #121795 with Coverplate and screw
Blindstitch Attachment #160616
Stocking Darner in original box with instructions #35776
Singercraft Guide #120987 with instructions
Universal Needle Threader and Seam Ripper #121634
Singer Oil Can
"Singer Fashion Aids for Smart Finishes" booklet
Very functional and very collectible!
$795
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 Original Singer Featherweight 221 Sewing Machine Card Table
This
is the portable sewing machine table that Singer offered specifically
for use with the Featherweight. It's not just a
functional and good-looking folding leg card table, but a super handy
Featherweight accessory, having a top designed with a removable insert
piece revealing an opening unto which the machine sits, making the bed
of the machine flush to the tabletop and providing a nice large, flat
work area. Another ingenious Singer idea, as portable and
versatile as the Featherweight itself! When not in use the table
can be easily folded and stored away, or it can double in use as an
extra table. Like all Singer products from "the day",
these tables were extremely well-constructed and durable.
This
example is an original, not one of the reproductions that are now
available. It is in excellent used condition, complete with the
insert with matching serial number. It is very sturdy. The
leather pads on the brackets that hold the machine are in good shape,
ensuring that you won't be scratching your Featherweight as you lift it
in and out. The table top has been carefully refinished
and maintains a nice vintage patina. The
wood grain is very pretty, it's smooth and ready to use.
This is the "later" style table, probably post-WWII, which Singer
referred to as the Model 312. The legs are black painted metal and
the trim around the tabletop edge is black painted wood. The
insert is held in place by two tabs that slide into slots on one end and
a spring clip on the other.
Very functional as well as a great way to display your favorite
machine! $350 LCM--TBL-FW
SOLD!
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How to decide which Featherweight Sewing
Machine to order........
Be sure to look at all the picture links that I provide for each Featherweight---each
Pic below the description is a clickable link that will bring up a picture---to see numerous views of the machine,
the accessories and attachments, and the carry case.
If you are looking for a good, strong, working sewing machine that you can use day in and day out and you don't want to spend a small fortune to get it, chose one of
these Featherweights from the lower price range. All of these vintage sewing machines look good and sew great!
If you are wanting a Singer Featherweight that you will be as proud to display and show off as you are to use, and you don't mind spending a little more, chose from the upper price range. These sewing machines are some of the nicest examples you are ever
likely to find!
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But please keep in mind that every Featherweight that has been used, no matter how infrequently or how carefully, will display some signs of use---minor pin marks, small paint chips or scrapes, some loss to the gold decaling, etc. These machines are 65-85 years old, and some wear is always evident, even on the nicest of them. "Shelf" wear occurs over a period of time, even if the machine is left undisturbed and unused in the case. I have been dealing in Featherweights for many years and I have never seen the cosmetically perfect "10"---I don't believe it exists.
Note:
I sometimes have additional Singer Featherweight 221 or 222 sewing machines
that have just come in and are waiting to be photographed and listed.
So if you don't see the exact model you are looking for
email me at ilovefeatherweights@gmail.com.
We
can help you sell your Singer Featherweight Sewing Machine.
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