Singer Featherweight 222K Sewing Machine – EJ26949*, 1953

Completelyserviced inside and out – this Featherweight 222 will be ready to sew right out of the case. Itis fitted with an original 220-volt motor that has beenrewoundto work at 110 voltage with optimum speed and torque. Avoltage converter is not needed in the USA or Canada. Be sure to click on any image above to view the beauty of this machine.It has been given a grade 8! The decals are in excellent condition, and there are just a few very small scuffs.

Serial EJ26949* indicates a commission date of November 18th, 1953. 1953 was the first year for the 222 – 20 years after the birth of the 221. The 1953 222s are unique compared to later 222 machines because the light housings have the older styled “Singer” decal that was used with the celtic knot decals on the 221K machines.

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A free-arm Featherweight 222 has distinguished, and extra characteristics compared to the original 221 model. Click here for a side-by-side comparison of the 221 and 222 model machines.

• Take note of the Feed Dog Lowering Lever indicated by SEW & DARN. This enables free-motion embroidery & darning:go from SEWing to DARNing just by pulling on the lever and lowering it down to the Darn position. This will lowerthe feed dogs (teeth-like mechanism) enabling Free-Motion work.

• The bed removes to reveal the tiniest little free-arm – perfect for tight seams and hard-to-reach places.

Included with Machine:

1. Original Carrying Case
2. Basic Attachments in Original Box: Ruffler,Edge Stitcher,Narrow Hemmer,Adjustable Hemmer,Shirrer,Binder
3. Original 222K Embroidery Hoop
4. Original 222K Embroidery Foot
5. Original 222K Instruction Manual
6. Thread Post
7. Maintenance Logbook
8. Oil Bottle with Oil
9. Motor Lubricant
10. Microtex Needles
11. Wonderfil Machine Piecing Set
12. Case Tote Bag
13. Large & Small Screwdrivers
14. Stitch Sample, guaranteeing a quality stitch
    
15. Original Bakelite Foot Controller

AdditionalQuilting Attachmentscan be purchased, and if you need any Fashion Aids for apparel or ornamental sewing (e.g.,Buttonholer, Blind Stitcher, etc…), we will prepare samples for those as well should you decide topurchase them separately.

TheOriginal Bobbin Caseis included, adhering tooriginality all these years later.The machine has been serviced and calibrated for quilters cotton, so tension is already properly set; however, tension can easily be adjusted depending on fabric needs.

The machine is fitted withan original striatedfaceplateand theoriginal case includes the tray for holding theattachments.

Free Shipping in the USA through UPS Ground is provided. Themachine will be thoroughly andcarefully packed~ guaranteed to arrive safe and sound.

For more information on purchasing a Featherweight during our Featherweight Faire, click here.