Featherweight 221 Centennial Singer AK115341 1951 - FULLY SERVICED / REFURBISHED
Featherweight 221 Centennial Singer AK115341 1951 New Jersey - Refurbished and Fully Serviced
Machine Serial No AK115341 Made 1951 Elizabethport NJ
Beautifully well-maintained Featherweight 221 with accessories and case (see below for content details).
Before Foxtail lists a Featherweight for sale, machines are thoroughly cleaned, oiled and lubricated, and tested. A quality cleaner is used for the machine surface and Zymol wax is applied as a protective coating. Refurbishing is an extensive process and among other things includes as necessary:
* Disassembling and cleaning the complete bobbin hook assembly (includes rotating hook, bobbin case base, hook loop guard, gib hook and screw);
* Disassembling and cleaning the entire tension unit;
* Disassembling, cleaning and oiling the hand wheel (the part that allows a bobbin to wind without the needle going into motion);
* Thoroughly cleaning all gears and all accessible areas of the inside of the machine with kerosene and applying lubricant and oil per Featherweight specifications;
* Removal of old lubricant in the motor ports and reapplication of new lubricant.
* Any parts that are not in good working order are replaced with working vintage parts or new parts (such as foot pedal cords).
* Bobbin winder and stitching are tested to confirm they are in proper working order.
Shoppers are encouraged to visit Foxtail's Facebook page to view a complete album of photos at:
https://www.facebook.com/pg/FoxtailQuilting/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1121925894634091
Foxtail strives to please customers with every purchase and believes full disclosure of any defects to vintage products should be made, so here are the details:
MACHINE RATING SCALE:
This machine is graded using Graham Forsdyke's Condition Chart which is accepted by the International Sewing Machine Collectors' Society (ISMACS). This rating system is used by enthusiasts all over the world and is now the universally accepted way of describing a machine. 10 would be like it just left the factory and 1 indicates it's good for spare parts only and in need of extensive restoration.
SPECIFIC RATING FOR THIS MACHINE:
7 - The paint and clear coat are, overall, in excellent condition. All metalwork is bright.However, the machine has been lightly used and there are areas where the paint and front strip decal are not in perfect condition. Please carefully view complete Facebook album prior to purchase at: https://www.facebook.com/pg/FoxtailQuilting/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1121925894634091
1. The clear coat shows expected wear on the base of the machine, but there is very little wear on the front decals.
2. The face plate has no defects.
3. The machine has been completely serviced and tested, and everything works well.
4. Overall, the clear coat, paint and decals are in very good condition. A silicone dot has been placed on the faceplate screw to prevent dings in the paint on the fold up plate.
5. It winds a bobbin and stitches evenly with a pleasant sound and is easily portable in a carrying case that is in very good condition.
6. The foot pedal, cord and plugs for the wall and machine are vintage and have no defects. The foot pedal is original.
7. The case is lightly used. The lining shows minimal wear. Both latches work.
8. Photos of stitching samples (top thread and bobbin) and a complete album of machine, case and accessories are available on Facebook at link below.
This delightful treasure has been completely serviced. The motor is 110v. It runs quietly and makes smooth stitches.
Details of accessories and extra items that come with this machine and more condition information:
- Case is in excellent condition with working latches, locks and two keys.
- 11 Presser feet including:
Original Presser Foot
Adjustable Hemmer
Bias Binder
Bias Binder, Multi-Slotted with Guide Pins
Ruffler
Edge Stitcher
Narrow Hemmer
Shirring or Gathering Foot
Left Cording Foot
Right Cording Foot
Seam / Cloth Guide
- 2 Bobbins
- Service Manual for Singer 221 (copy)
- Instruction Manual (original)
- Foot Pedal
- Clean felt drip pan liner
- New belt
- LED light
- New spool pin spring and felt to facilitate smooth unwinding for modern cross-wound threads
- Silicone pad placed on face plate screw to prevent scratching of fold up plate
NOTICE: Foxtail suggests READING THE OILING INSTRUCTIONS prior to sewing. The bobbin case in these machines is to have one drop of oil prior to a day of sewing. There are other periodic service suggestions in the instructions and Service Manual that will keep your machine in good working order.
Again, shoppers are encouraged to visit Foxtail's Facebook page to view a complete album of photos at:
https://www.facebook.com/pg/FoxtailQuilting/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1121925894634091
Foxtail has a 14 day return policy for Featherweight machines. If you notice a problem, contact Foxtail within 14 days of receipt and a refund will be issued for the purchase price. All machines are thoroughly tested prior to shipping. Please note shipping is non-refundable.Thanks for shopping!