Vintage Sewing Machine Tour: Singer 301

Join me for a close-up look at the wonderful Singer 301 sewing machine! I normally try to keep videos to 20 minutes or shorter, but I just had too much to say about this workhorse in my sewing room!
0:00 Intro
0:15 - I don’t understand why, but Singer has recently taken a lot of information about their vintage machines off their website. However, for many Singer machines, if you have the serial number, you can still find more details about it, such as when and where it was made: https://serial-number-decoder.com/sin...
01:18 - Again, this used to be on Singer’s website, but I was still able to find it as a download on a Singer 301 Facebook group.
04:14 - If you’re buying one, make sure it has a bobbin case in place (or that the price reflects that it’s missing.)
09:36 - This is a light switch, not a power (on/off) switch!
10:36 - The type of light bulb for this machine.
12:44 - Make sure you have the right kind of bobbin! Bobbins that fit featherweight 221 and 222 will also fit a 301. I recommend the Featherweight Doctor’s bobbins. https://featherweightdoctor.com/produ...
18:36 - https://www.etsy.com/shop/TwinsNNeedl...
21:15 - Cleaning and caring for your machine
21:29 - The motor does require some lubrication, and not just anything will do. A tube of the right stuff is inexpensive and will save a lot of heartache. https://featherweightdoctor.com/produ...
21:55 - This style of cabinet is #42, the Desk. There are (at least) three other styles that work with this machine.
22:49 - Attachments!
22:52 - I love my ruffler!    • Sewing Machine Feet in a Flash: The Ruffle...  
23:20 - Rolled hem foot    • Sewing Machine Feet in a Flash: Hemming wi...  
30:03 - Check new-to-you attachments with care!
31:38 - Finding the serial number