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International Sewing Machine Collectors' Society

The purpose of the International Sewing Machine Collectors' Society is to foster the collecting of, and research into, sewing machines.

Household and Toy Models
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Singer Household Models:

 

  • A New Family

    A New Family

  • Centennial
  • The Turtle Back
  • The First Singer
  • Improved Family
  • High-resolution pictorial of David Selby's 1884 Improved Family machine.
  • The Letter A
  • The New Family
  • The Vibrating Shuttle #1
  • Vibrating Shuttle #2
  • High-resolution pictorial of David Selby's 1889 VS machine.
  • 9W7
  • 12
  • 13
  • 15
  • 15-11
  • 15-75
  • 15-91
  • 15-125
  • 24
  • 27
  • High-resolution pictorial of David Selby's 1894 Model 27.
  • 28
  • The Singer Model 28 features the iconic vibrating shuttle mechanism and was produced from 1886 into the 1940s, becoming one of Singer's most enduring hand-crank models with its distinctive "fiddle-base" design and reliable lockstitch operation.
  • 30
  • 30K
  • 66
  • 99
  • 101
  • 115
  • 127
  • 128
  • 185
  • Dressed in distinctive mid-century colors and housed in a compact frame, the Singer 185 delivers the reliability of traditional Singer engineering with modern 1950s flair that continues to captivate collectors today.
  • 191
  • 201
  • 221 & 222
  • The Singer Featherweight 221 is a legendary half-sized portable machine produced from 1933-1971, prized for its precision stitching and lightweight aluminum construction that made it a revolution in sewing machine mobility.
  • 301
  • The Singer Model 301 combines lightweight aluminum construction with a powerful straight stitch capability and revolutionary slant shank design. Often considered the spiritual successor to the Featherweight, this versatile machine was offered in both shortbed and longbed versions, making it popular for both portable use and cabinet installation.
  • 401
  • The Singer Model 401 was the flagship of the 400 series, featuring both built-in decorative stitches and the ability to use specialized discs for additional patterns. This versatile tan and cream machine is highly sought after by collectors and sewists for its robust construction and exceptional stitch quality.
  • 403
  • The Singer Model 403 features zigzag capability with interchangeable cams, a slant shank design, and a unique raised throat plate system instead of lowering feed dogs. This tan and cream colored machine represents Singer's innovative mid-century design approach in the 400 series.
  • 404
  • The Singer Model 404 is the straight-stitch version in the 400 series featuring the innovative Slant-O-Matic design with a slant shank and rotary hook. Distinguished by its raised throat plate mechanism for darning and free motion work, this tan and cream machine offers precision stitching with reverse capability.
  • 411
  • The Singer Model 411G is notable for being the world's first automatic machine capable of producing both conventional lockstitch and single thread chain stitch, making it uniquely versatile for both permanent seams and temporary basting. This innovative dual-capability machine combines the reliability of Singer's 400 series design with enhanced functionality.
  • 412
  • The Singer Model 412G represents one of the less common variants in the 400 series line, featuring the Slant-O-Matic design with zigzag capabilities. This model shares the same reliable rotary hook mechanism and Class 66 bobbin system found in other 400 series machines.
  • 431
  • The Singer Model 431 is the versatile free arm version of the Model 411, featuring both lockstitch and chain stitch capabilities. This innovative machine includes a detachable bed portion containing a flip-up extension, making it ideal for sewing tubular items like cuffs and sleeves while maintaining the quality engineering of the 400 series.
  • 500
  • The Singer Model 500 "Rocketeer" is an iconic sewing machine known for its distinctive futuristic space-age styling and oval arm design. Featuring both built-in stitches and the ability to use additional cams, this versatile machine represents Singer's mid-century modern design at its boldest.
  • 503
  • The Singer Model 503 "Rocketeer" features the same distinctive space-age styling as the 500 but differs in requiring replaceable cams for zigzag stitching. Manufactured between 1960-1962, this sought-after collector's machine combines mid-century modern aesthetics with reliable mechanical function.
  • 513
  • The Singer Model 513 Stylist represents Singer's 1970s design approach with simplified built-in stitches rather than interchangeable cams. This tan-colored machine features a slant shank, rotary hook, and five built-in utility stitches for everyday sewing needs.
  • 600E
  • Touch & Sew

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