Singer 401A

[JerryBaumchen 1,047]

Hi folks,

Over the years, I have talked about this machine as being a rather good machine for a first, inexpensive machine for a rigger.  It is considered a 'heavy duty household' machine.

Here is some info on it:  The Singer 401A Sewing Machine Value, History and Review (sewingiscool.com)

In the early 70's, I built my first container using one.  I do not recommend doing it; but, if you like a challenge.

Jerry Baumchen

[gowlerk 1,904]

11 hours ago, JerryBaumchen said:

Hi folks,

Over the years, I have talked about this machine as being a rather good machine for a first, inexpensive machine for a rigger.  It is considered a 'heavy duty household' machine.

Here is some info on it:  The Singer 401A Sewing Machine Value, History and Review (sewingiscool.com)

In the early 70's, I built my first container using one.  I do not recommend doing it; but, if you like a challenge.

Jerry Baumchen

I've got 5 of them sitting in my basement. I used to refurbish them and Ebay them.

[682beretta 1]

Hi Jerry

33 years ago I got a package deal. A wife and a 401.

Both are still going strong.

Barney

[JerryBaumchen 1,047]

54 minutes ago, 682beretta said:

Hi Jerry

33 years ago I got a package deal. A wife and a 401.

Both are still going strong.

Barney

Hi Barney,

On the other end of that; when I got divorced, the wife & my then 401A left.  

I bought another one last year.

Jerry Baumchen

[Bicyclejim 0]

I can't resist...

How much was the new wife?

 

PS-Jerry and I are good friends so I take great pleasure in teasing him.  

[JerryBaumchen 1,047]

1 minute ago, Bicyclejim said:

I can't resist...

How much was the new wife?

 

PS-Jerry and I are good friends so I take great pleasure in teasing him.  

Hi Jim,

So far:  Nothing => no new wife.

Jerry Baumchen