SINGER 2108

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SINGER 2108

by 2nd Hand Rose
(Spokane WA)

I have used the SINGER 2108 sewing machine heavily for nearly 25 years and am just now having a problem with the feed dogs... too expensive to fix. I paid $100. for it new.

The only bad thing I can say about the SINGER 2108 is that the cover plate on top/side is hard to get off and back on. I have loved the small arm for sleeves etc... don't even know where the regular arm is, I don't use it.

But now I am finally looking to buy another (used, cheap) well reviewed machine and if I come across the SINGER 2108, I will buy it. The newer cheap Singers do not get the even reviews so I won't go that route.

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Oct 13, 2010
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Good used Machines
by: Alice McFarland

You might ck out the Viking 6000 series. They were made 70's-80's about every 5 yrs they came out with an update. The 6360 only has 3 cams & the the 6440 i think has 6 & the 6460 & 6570 has 8. you can even use the * cam (H) in the Machine that only came with 3. there a work hoarse even my 6440 I believe i bought it in 76 is still going. The feet are interchangeable also so even my #1+ use them. believe me it sure saved on buying the extra feet. The 6570 is really a nice machine. I bought it on e-bay a few Mo. ago.(under: viking sewing machines e-bay)If you haven't bought machines on e-bay before make sure they say runs good not just beautiful machine. When i got that one It didn't run, i could have disputed the sale & gotten 80%back I understand but i should have e-mailed him & ask if it ran good. I decided to deal with it as it came with ever accessory there was so I took it apart &found what was wrong & showed my husband & he told me how to fix it. It only cost me time. a lot of it, as i had never done that before. They are a great machine The only problem & find consistent is , If they set for yrs unused they tend to freeze up & the service on them is about $100.00 but is worth it. I know as I bought one @ a swap meet for $20.00 you can tell if the wheel is stiff Or the 3 nobs on the front wont freely turn. Hope you receive lots of info on your quest. best wishes.

Oct 13, 2010
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Here's another thought
by: Anonymous

Another great pick would be either the 830 or 930 Bernin
I have a 830 and just love it- it's easy to maintain- has been a real workhorse.
Try and find a well cared for used machine- it's easy to pick up extra feet- depending on what type of sewing you do.
These machines were built to last and they do. They are easy to work on and parts and readily available if needed. I have an area service man- who works on all types of machines and this is his favorite. A tune up usually runs abou $45. Well worth looking around for one.
Aside from Babylock, and I don't have any first hand knowledge with that one, but do know of a person happy with a newer generation, I would suggest that you try and stay away from the newer, computerized, plastic junk that are way over priced, and in the end will bring you nothing but frustration- no matter who makes it today.
Good Luck and happy sewing!

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