What is the value of your vintage Singer sewing machine?

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How to identify a Singer sewing machine - the most common models: STILL IN PRODUCTION
Let’s say you have an old Singer sewing machine and want (or need) to sell it. What is the value?
‘Erik, can you help me?’
Well, I WANT to help. But determining a set value is hard to impossible.
Most sewing machines are affordable because millions of them were made and they still work.
Other Singer sewing machine are more sought after and have a higher value (for collectors).
Let me put it like this: Old vintage sewing machines do not cost a lot!
I hope this video helps you. And I’ll show some examples.
Timestamps:
0:24 Introduction & The issue at hand
1:24 The 4 most important factors
3:56 Some extra factors
5:34 What are the selling for?
7:20 Buying and selling
8:06 Outro
The most important factors that determine the value:
-- The model. Common machines, made in bulk are worth less. Is the model rare, desirable or does it have special features, then the price will rise.
-- Variation: Often a machine in a cabinet is worth less than the portable ones. Can it do more, than it’s worth more. (Thinking of the 2 versions of the Singer model 306.)
-- The condition it is in is crucial! A non-working machine is basically worth nothing. But a seller want more than just a working machine - The decals have to be gold colored (so do NOT clean it with water), and most prefer a machine without chipped paint.
-- Is it complete, with a foot pedal or knee lever? Are all accessories included?
-- The location is a factor too. In some areas the price is higher (or lower), so a certain machine can be worth more or less depending on your location (and availability of the model in that region).
-- A desirable machine is worth more. Do you want it badly? Then you’re going to pay more. A rare machine is NOT necessarily worth more; A Singer 78 (30,000 made) is worth less than a Singer 221 (over 3 million made).
I have multiple vids online on Singer sewing machines. Feel free to watch more...
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Edited with Final Cut Pro x
Note: English is not my native language. My sincere apologies for any mispronunciations!

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@alicearmen5601 Жыл бұрын

They like them, collect them, AND use them!❤

@erikneek Жыл бұрын

We all do, right? ;-)

@alicearmen5601 Жыл бұрын

These machines are wonderful to sew on, almost magical. To me that’s a well-kept secret--and they’re so cheap!Thank you for spreading the word👏🏼

@erikneek Жыл бұрын

@@alicearmen5601 Thank you so much Alice. When working with those old Singer sewing machines I have the same feeling. It's a great hobby and it doesn't cost a lot. Keep enjoying your Singer!

@4486xxdawson Жыл бұрын

The value is based on how much you love them , ive paid as little as 20 bucks and as high as 250 and even got some for free , the price is subject to how much you want a machine , if you want a certian model right now or if your willing to wait , most times if you wait one will show up at a low price because someone just wants it gone , treadles seem to go cheep because the space they take where as in a case they are more apealing , most of my collection are in cases ......

@erikneek Жыл бұрын

yes yes yes... we are at the same page. I my video I tried to explain that too. Awesome!

@AI-Troll 28 күн бұрын

Someone in my old apartment block someone had abandoned an old singer. Since someone will carry it out anyway, so I took it under my protection. Can't remember the model but the year was mid 1920's. Great condition, it's at my sister's place, she uses it every now and then

@cc-qu7gz 5 ай бұрын

Souch an 8nteresting video, and your accent and way of apeaking is relaxing and lovely! 🤗

@erikneek 5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

@naomivantonder1161 2 ай бұрын

@@erikneekVery true

@donadams3728 Ай бұрын

Nice job, Thank you!

@sewsew100 Жыл бұрын

Nice collection of machines!

@erikneek Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. What machine did you like the most/best? Is it the dusty 99k? 🙂

@brendatrembinski8703 2 ай бұрын

Thank you

@victorrodea7163 3 ай бұрын

Just acquired a singer 651506. Can you tell me something about it? Cosmetically it's in good shape. Not a treadle uses pedal for motor. Table it came with is well beat up. Thank you.

@erikneek 3 ай бұрын

Hi Victor. Thank you for your message. I would love to help you but I need the serial number of the machine to do that. Most often the serial number of the machine is stamped on the front of the sewing bed, below the pillar. It starts with a single or double letter and some numbers. (The serial number is NOT on the motor!) By the way... Some models (after the mid 1950s) have the model number on the pillar too - That is 3 numbers and sometimes a letter too, like 201K of 221-.

@clementihammock7572 Жыл бұрын

Needless to say, well kept and well painted Singer Featherweight 221K and 222K command very very good price. 🤭

@erikneek Жыл бұрын

Hi Clementi. Thank you for your (trusty) comment. Always great to read your reactions. The Featherweights are... a special breed 🙂 LOL Sometimes you might get lucky, but I've seen people asking WAAAYYYYY too much, like thousands for a 221.

@nick17gar 10 ай бұрын

Hey man can u help me identify a machine? It looks like its made between 1864 to 1908... but i csnt find antrhing similar

@erikneek 10 ай бұрын

Hi Nick. A 1864 machine is REALLY old, like one of the first sewing machines ever made. Is it a Singer? Does it have a serial number or any other things you can tell me about it? It's hard to help: You cannot post a picture on KZfaq. But... There are multiple Facebook groups on Vintage Sewing Machines. You may want to join such a group and post a photo there. Good luck!

@sandybruce9092 3 ай бұрын

I was curious to know what the exchange rate is from Euros to US Dollars - it’s very close - so the prices you said you paid for several machines were really incredible! These machines would sell for so much more here in the US! I’m nit in the market for more purchases (getting way too old!!) so I’ll probably have to think about selling some if my collection😩😩😩

@erikneek 3 ай бұрын

Hi Sandy. Thank you so much for watching and your message. The exchange rate Euro vs USD is near to 1:1 or so. What you could try is to fill a shipping container with old Singers from The Netherlands, Belgium and Germany and ship it to the US. Start a business and make some profit 🙂 LOL! Take care (and I hope you do not have to sell your collection....)

@brendatrembinski8703 3 ай бұрын

I have a Jo159322 singer sewing machine. I am not having luck to find the value. Are you able to help me? Thank you

@erikneek 3 ай бұрын

Hi Brenda. Thank you for your message. Unfortunately the provided serial number is inaccurate. Singer never used an o (letter o) in the serial number and never started the number with a 0 (zero). Maybe it starts with a JC or JD??? The serial number starting with a single letter J prefix is linked to the Kilbowie factory in Clydebank Scotland (early 1900's). The double letter prefix serial number staring with JA and up to JE was used by the St. Johns factory in Canada. The value of your Singer sewing machine is determined by many variables. Such as the model, condition it is in and local/regional market. Therefore it is impossible the value your machine without knowing the model, condition and me not knowing your local market. Good luck with your machine!

@1683clifton 2 ай бұрын

Do the uncommon singers fail to do the modern stitches or is it better?

@erikneek 2 ай бұрын

Hi. Well first I would say: What is your definition of an uncommon Singer? The 201 is an old machine, yet common, and has a great stitch. The 221 is very much sought after, less common (but 7 million made worldwide) and has a great stitch too. The 78-1 I have is rare and has a marvelous stitch. Frankly I haven't seen a Singer with a terrible stitch. But that is my opinion. Have a great weekend

@rajaswary6103 4 ай бұрын

I have a 224 model, I wants to seii it. how to put it for sale I'm from malaysia

@erikneek 4 ай бұрын

Hi. Well.... I don't know what websites you have in Malaysia for selling used items. You can try FB Marketplace or Ebay. Or any other local/national website. Good luck!

@angelitanipales8271 5 ай бұрын

How much you buy an antique singer of 1917-20 model

@erikneek 5 ай бұрын

That depends on the condition it is in, if it is complete (with clamp and box) and the location.

@marisolrodriguez8781 3 ай бұрын

I have a B1165211 do you know how old it is?

@erikneek 3 ай бұрын

You might have a 1905 Singer model 15.

@laloz7549 6 ай бұрын

I want to sell my antique singer sewing machine with cabinet! But they don't give any money in my country.. it stays at home WHAT CAN I DO??????????

@erikneek 6 ай бұрын

Sometimes an old Singer sewing machine is not worth very much. Nothing you can change about it. I still have my first DSLR camera because it is not worth anything. It's a shame, but it is what it is. Try selling on FB Marketplace or post pictures at a FB group specialized in old Singer machine. I hope that helps. Good luck!

@b00dieanne 5 ай бұрын

Can you help me…I may have one of the machines you showed in your video, you said “you regretted” getting rid of it after using it for a video. It’s the Singer 306K from 1955. Can you give me any idea of its value today approximately? It’s in a table cabinet with stool, foot pedal with 2 boxes of accessories. It looks exactly like the one you showed in your video. Any help would be wonderful. BTW I’m in Canada. Thanks!

@erikneek 5 ай бұрын

Hi, thank you for your message. I would LOVE to help you, but it is impossible for me to say anything about its value. I don't live in Canada and I don't know anything about the sewing machine market in your lovely country. I do know that a k-version (made in Kilbowie/Clydebank) is more rare in Canada. I'm sorry I cannot help you. You might want to ask this question to fellow Canadians in a vintage sewing machine group om FB. Good luck!

@Lexalight Ай бұрын

i found a singer 99k today on the streets 😢 someone just left it. i liked it so much i brought it home. but i have no knowledge of sewingmachies. can anyone help me?

@erikneek Ай бұрын

Thank you for rescuing your 99k. Singer had two standard sizes for domestic sewing machines. The full sized and the 3/4 sized machines. The Singer 99 is a 3/4 sized machine and is basically a Singer 66, yet smaller and lighter. Like the Singer 66 it is nearly unbreakable. The 66 and 99 both use the class 66 bobbins and NOT the standard class 15 bobbins. (The class 66 bobbins are still available.) It uses the standard 15x1 needle, also known as the 2020. The letter k after the model number means it was built in the Kilbowie factory in Clydebank Scotland. There is a FB group dedicated to the Singer 99 & Singer 66. You might want to join that group? Good luck and take care! Erik

@rndea100 3 ай бұрын

what about a 206k industrail an a 206d

@erikneek 3 ай бұрын

It all depends on the variables I mentioned in the video. The is NO FIXED PRICE! Plus: The value can change in your location for the same machine over time. If you ask me personally...: I only had one 206k (1952), it costs my only 25 euros. I was lucky. Prices in my area are relatively low compared to many locations in the US (or elsewhere). I dont have a Singer 206d but I think a collector would pay more for a 206d compared to a 206k. PS. A 206 is NOT an industrial sewing machine but a machine for domestic use!

@diola470 5 ай бұрын

wow, mine is semanco 1923 dating

@sonjames6114 12 күн бұрын

What an interesting video. I have an old Singer. The serial number is: Y5617258 and I cannot find a ref to the year it was made on line. I think it’s a very common machine. It’s very heavy which is why I would like to get rid of it, happy to give it away! Do you recognise the number? Thank you.

@erikneek 12 күн бұрын

@@sonjames6114 hi Sonja. Your machine is probably a Singer model 99k. Built in 1927 in the Kilbowie plant in Clydebank Scotland. The Singer 99 is the same as a model 66, yet 3/4 the size of a singer 66 thus lighter and more portable. Singer made A LOT of these machines so they are very common. The 99 is a very nice machine and easy to work with (like nearly all vintage Singers) Have a great day and good luck with your sewing machine.

@sonjames6114 12 күн бұрын

@@erikneek Thank you for your reply. This makes sense! I lived in Edinburgh for years and I bought this Singer in little antique shop there many moons ago. I have used it and they are very sturdy machines but as I'm getting older, even though as you say it is portable (I still have the cover as well), I do find it too heavy. However, I shall keep hold of it for the moment!

@erikneek 12 күн бұрын

@@sonjames6114 you’re right, the 99 is heavy. Although there are also aluminium 99’s but they are a little bit harder to find. if you really want a small and portable Singer you might want to keep a lookout for the singer 221 featherweight and the 222 featherweight. Both are highly desirable but most excellent. Downside: they are expensive. Good luck and take care.

@sonjames6114 12 күн бұрын

@@erikneek I bought the Singer I have because my mother (in Rotterdam) had one of these tread machines which you work with your feet so that was familiar to me. However, I see whether I can clean my Singer. It has never been serviced really and I would not mind getting a modern machine, any good make to make curtains eg. Although I wonder whether they break easily! 😊

@erikneek 12 күн бұрын

@@sonjames6114 Im not really familiar with the modern sewing machines. But what I read: The new Singer sewing machines are not the best machines out there. Mind you: the Singer company is not the company it once was. (See my other video on the Singer history.)

@user-wr7ts6qi1o 9 ай бұрын

How much the value of sewing 1912

@erikneek 9 ай бұрын

That is a vague question. By the year 1929 Singer had made over 3,000 dfferent models. If you want to know the value, first you need to identify your Singer (=model number). Then watch this video. There is not a fixed price, it depends on a lot of factors like the condition it is in, the model number and where you're located. Good luck

@rogerpeggywheat1630 4 ай бұрын

Do you regret buying the 306K, or selling the 306K?

@erikneek 4 ай бұрын

Buying one was my best decision. Selling it was the worst decision.

@maryvonneadams9378 3 ай бұрын

So much more expensive in Australia

@naomivantonder1161 2 ай бұрын

Good afternoon I have a singer, serial no AF 387-387. It and the case is in immaculate condition and has all of it parts and book. It says made in the USA. Could you please look up the value for me. I loved your video.

@erikneek 2 ай бұрын

Hi Naomi. The AF serial numbers were built in the factory in Elisabethport New Jersey. Can you please check the serial number provided? There shouldn’t be a - in the serial number. The value is determined by many factors such as location, accessories and even how much an individual wants that specific machine. I can tell you what I would pay for it (if you have that serial number) but that what I would pay in The Netherlands. I don’t know it that would help you… Good luck

@naomivantonder1161 2 ай бұрын

@@erikneekAfternoon Erik. Thank you for responding to my previous message. I made a mistake by adding the - to the number. The serial number is AF 387387. All the assesories are there and the machine is in ammaculate condition. No paint chips or scratches. The only damage is the handle of the case has a bit of damage. Could you please tell me the value more or less and if it is a sought after machine for current buyers. Thank you very much. I love your videos. I was never interested in sewing machines but the more I watch your videos the more interested I am becomming.❤❤

@erikneek 2 ай бұрын

@@naomivantonder1161 Hi Naomi, so lovely to read your comment. Your machine could be a 1939 Singer model 221, also known a the Singer Featherweight. (Does it look like the machine in this video? kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ptyHjZaIuciYhKc.htmlsi=nMUmXCN5P1KD-O-r) The Singer 221 Featherweight is a very popular machine and is very much sought after. However it is not a rare machine. Around 7 million 221's have been built since 1933/1934, in 3 factories (USA, Canada and Scotland). There is also a second Featherweight model: The Singer 222k Featherweight is slightly different and was produced only in Scotland and is worth more. I bought a 221k for over 110 euros which is a steal to be honest. In my area a good one goes for 300 up to 450 euros depending on the condition. In some territories they go for more. I'm planning to do a video on my 221 sewing machine, but that will take me months to complete. There area few groups @FB about the Singer Featherweight sewing machines. If you want to read more, I would suggest to visit the Singer Featherweight Shop for info and supplies. (There is also a book written about the Singer 221 Featherweight by the way.) I hope this info was sufficient. Take care and have a wonderful day.

@ninecatsmagee8384 6 ай бұрын

Wow, Singer is cheap where you live. In the UK a 222K can easily bring £1000.

@erikneek 6 ай бұрын

The 222k will probably do the same here in The Netherlands = 500 up to 1000 euros for a truely great machine. The 221k is worth less, 100-500 euros. Depending on state etc. Other machines are waaayyyyy cheaper.

@sandybruce9092 3 ай бұрын

Exactly! I have 4 221 machines and one 222K - I love the way they sound! My much mewer machines are starting to get too heavy for me to take places so I thunk I’ll just have to break out my little cuties! I do have a Singer Spartan Hand Crank that I thought I wouldn’t be able,to use easily (not very coordinated!!) but I can use it perfectly. Great for sewing very small quilt pieces or very small foundation paper pieces!