Just to say, I didn't actually go out of my way to buy this machine, it was part of an army barracks clearout. As far as i know, its a Singer 29k71. And any new parts were ordered from that model number, and fitted accordingly.
I am planning to do a shoemaking course through a good friend in the UK who has a family tradition of shoemaking. Initially the course will be totaly hand sewn shoes, so that I fully understand the methods involved. I cant say that the patcher is only intended for shoemaking, as I am also a bike owner, and archery enthusiast, so can envisage lots of projects that I,d be interested in.
I also have 2 pederson 3 in 1's, and a Junker and Ruh SD 28 that came my way by of the scrap dealer. So I,d like an opportunity to use these as well.
Thanks for your reply and advice.