Singer 99K and 185K Vintage Sewing Machine
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- čas přidán 22. 07. 2024
- The Singer 99 was one of the most popular models of all time. Running from 1911 until it was replaced in the 60s by the mechanically identical 185, the 99 was available in many guises. In this video I show you how to thread up and operate this vintage hand cranked sewing machine.
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You speak so clearly its a pleasure to listen too. I am so glad I have been told about your channel. You explain perfectly at just the right speed. Thank you very much .
Singer model 99 is a grand little machine
I found a 1923 99k at a flea market. It didn't have a foot pedal or knee bar and the mechanism attached to motor was disintegrated. I cleaned her up and added an original handcrank. Almost a hundred years old, I've named her Ida after my great grandmother and sews beautifully! Love her!
Ida is a lovely name - I'm sure it suits her!
I love my circa 1955 99K! I can't use modern bobbins on mine, because the hole doesn't fit overt the pin on the bobbin winder. I bought a bunch of WWII-era bobbins on eBay.
I have a 99K from around 1952 that's a workhorse. My dad redid the electrical in it. It's been having a few issues so I'm trying to get her back in tip top shape and watching all the videos I can find. It does so much better than my newer machine.
They were built to last - I'm sure you'll get the problems sorted.
I've got a 99K from 1956 that I love dearly! She's got some slight tension issues, but otherwise runs like a charm. I found her at an estate sale for $50 dollars and was so surprised to find her in working condition, though her case was more splinter than wood. I do have one issue though, and that is that the bobbin never winds evenly, wanting to wind more on the right and not making it all the way over to the left.
There's an adjustment on the bobbin winder thread guide on the base of the machine. You can download a manual from the internet that will show you how to correct this.
Thanks for sharing 😊 please keep up with sewing machine videos, might need to pick your brains soon 😂👍💖
Part 2 of the restoration is coming this weekend and I have lots of models to make videos about!
@@CurioByBSpokeDesigns brilliant Tony 👍 , I mentioned the 1883 treadle I've been offered, not sure of the model yet but these are the numbers on it 5802623 and 32658 it has the round bobbin NOT vs and is rectangular based, any idea if the model can be identified with that info 😞. Looking forward to receiving more sewing machine videos, what area you from ? Thanks Tony 😊
I have a singer 222k which video will show me the best way to clean my machine. I have had it for 10 years and it has been in its box waiting for me to get the courage to use it. The foot pedal was in the constant on position I used you video to sort that out and now it is working well
I would clean it only with sewing machine oil. If you have not got the manual, download one from the internet. That will show you how to oil and lubricate it. You're very lucky to have a 222 - they are very desirable!
@@CurioByBSpokeDesigns thank you the 222k was going to go in a skip at a charity shop, my daughter saved it and gave it to me. The only issue I had is that the foot pedal was stuck on so I followed your video and now it works perfectly. I also have a Essex miniature machine to work on, I believe that it's similar to the singer 20? Do you have any videos on these little machines
@@carmellashaw3448 Unfortunately, not yet. I don't have one in my collection as yet.
Do you know about the maximum reverse stitch length of this machine? Is it the same as in forward direction?
I'll check that out when I get the chance
Hi At 6.42 there is a pink/red piece of fluff, same as mine What is this for , should it be removed or has it a purpose. ?
It should be there. It's an oil wick. Add a drop of oil occasionally, it keeps the bobbin race lubricated.
Hi Great video 👍question I have a singer 99k also what steps would I need to sew leather Could you elaborate on this thank you
The 99 was a domestic machine and while it will sew lightweight garment grade leather with a suitable needle, it wouldn't handle anything heavy. You would need an industrial machine specifically designed to sew leather.
Thank you, we just removed the capacitor after a process of elimination. Will come straight to you in future.
Glad to be of help!
Is the 185k good for sewing light upholstery
I think a 15 or 201 would be better.
Hi there, I'm not sure if you can help but I have been given an old singer and the serial number indicates that it's a 99k issued in 1912 but I can't find the exact same model anywhere so that I can repair/restore it. The tension assembly is one that screws directly into the machine and I'm having trouble sorting it out. Also the lever that releases the tension when the foot is raised doesn't seem to work, not sure if there should be a spring on it or not. Do you have any suggestions as to where to find any info or video on this specific machine? Any help would be greatly appreciated. TIA
Hi. Can you provide me with a serial number so I can look up your model? There should be a spring inside the faceplate on the presser bar lever, but there also should be a long pin going through the centre of the tension assembly, without which the tension will not release - these are often missing.
I have a video called
Singer 99 and 66 Tension Assembly with Numbered Dial, which while not the same on your machine has a similar principle.
@@CurioByBSpokeDesigns Thanks for your reply. The serial number is F2582777. There isn't any spring that I can see, and there is a pin in the tension assembly. I think someone may have been tinkering with the machine but I'm determined to sort it and hopefully use it🙂
@@katenz48 Check on the tension assembly, that the bar the pin hits when it loosens the tension is not bent. I've had that before.
@@CurioByBSpokeDesigns I've sorted the tension out and the bar seems to be ok but there's no spring and I'm not sure how it's held in if I find one
Do you know whether the mechanics of the 329K were the same as the 185 or were they the 285, or something completely different?
Hi, no they are, as far as I am aware, completely different machines. I think I have one in my workshop awaiting my attention so keep your eyes out for a video soon
@@CurioByBSpokeDesigns Very much looking forward to that! There's not much on the web about the 329K at all.
Hi! Marjohn Love here. I have restored two Red Eye treadles; a 66 and a 99. They both have spoked wheels. The manual on one states it is a 'Family Machine' and it can take a hand wheel but the imports available online get poor ratings for crude manufacture. Do you have a hand crank I could purchase? I live in Massachusetts USA so I would pay for postage.
I'll have a look to see if I have any spare ones and let you know
@@CurioByBSpokeDesigns Thank you!
mine is 31,4 lbs in the case
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These are vintage machines, singer doesnt make them anymore, i recommend looking at ebay or carousell and other second hand shops/sites. They've made millions so usually 7-10,000 pesos only
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What are you talking about