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Singer 132K6
Serial # EJ144233
Date of Manufacture 08-08-1953
The 132K6 is in good working condition, with Kick walking foot action, with large capacity bobbins, has a bit of paint missing through wear and tear, it’s over all condition mechanically is good.
I was having tension problems, tried a eBay tensioner, but threw that in the bin and paid a bit extra and got one from Australian Sewing, no more tension problems.
Can have any stitch length between 1 mm and 13 mm if needed, easy to adjust.
The motor is good quiet 1480rpm with good clutch.
The original table top was resealed not to long back and in solid condition.
It also has an LED light over needle area to make sewing easy on old eyes.
Asking $1800.00 or Best Offer.
Contact me @
bert1951@gmail.com
Also available,
Rotary hook & Bobbin Case Complete, Original Singer, Used. Various sewing guides.
Bobbins New and Used and magnetic thread lubricator and other bits and pieces.
I also have thread available, and various Needles, if required.
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Serial # : EB019894
Date of Manufacture 10-03-1937
This Machine is in good operating Machine sews as good as it looks. I have it set on a 4 mm stitch length as that is what I use. Check stitch length gauge photo. Hand side wheel and/or treadle powered.
It has a new Leather Belt. The Machine is in original condition and has not been repainted. Base has been repainted. Missing nuts or bolts have been replaced with genuine Singer replacements.
Comes with a homemade sewing table, made from original plans found on the net and makes sewing bigger items easier. I have it mounted on castors for ease of movement (Yes it’s heavy). It also has an LED light over needle area to make sewing easy on the eyes. As I use large spools I have made a setup so I can use them as well as normal reels.
Have some spare needles and bobbins available if required.
Located in North Central, Victoria, Australia.
$2000.00 or Best Offer.
Contact me @
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On 2/28/2024 at 1:02 AM, Becks said:Hi there. Any chance I could get a copy of the 132k6. I’ve just acquired one, although misled I’m looking forward to using it. I just need a manual to check how. Can I use thinner thread on this machine. Also, can I change the size of needle. It’s a 26 at the moment using nearly rope size (I jest) to what I’m used to on my 331k1. I repair horse rugs etc.
Yes you can use lighter thread, I have and used size 18 needles.
Bert.
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This post may be of some help.
Bert.
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Yep, your right Constabulary, Plastic Fantastic Machines can sew anything, just ask the seller.
But you might need to upgrade the power the power supply.
Bert.
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Sadly, I do not have any trust in them, any more.
Bert.
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I have found that sewing any stretch knit fabric, Heavy or light I need to use SUK needles and back off your top tension a little.
SUK Needles are Ball Point needles and I have found them to work well on all stretch or elastic materials.
Bert.
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I think this is a lesson we all learn the hard way, I did in my early days of sewing.
I thought I would be clever and get as much thread as possible in the bobbin only to find as you did that the bobbin will jam or be hard to turn and stuff up all you tensions.
It does not matter which bobbin I fill now, I only fill them to about 90% of capacity.
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I just had a quick look at the spec's for 62x59 needles and they are 41.4 mm , while 135x16 is 38.9 mm long.
I don't know if you have you needles set at the right height for those needles.
Bert.
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All mine are black, but it sure looks pretty in white and gold.
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Wow, it looks nearly to good to use, nearly.
I hope this inspires others to build their own Stitching Pony. It does not need to be as good as your, so long as it works, that is all that matters.
Bert.
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I think dikman has a good point, I would not class them as leather sewing machines, they are more suited to sewing heavy material or light canvas at best.
Some of my machines are older then me and still sew like they did when new, I would hate to see one of those after sewing leather for a while.
They look like my daughters plastic fantastic sewing machine, the plastic twists as it sews anything heavier then bed sheets.
Bert.
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I think @chuck123wapati might have a good idea there, I have used a 12 cm computer fan to remove hot air from the the back of our caravan fridge and that worked good, it moves a lot of air. Being 12 volt you don't need an electrician to set it up for you.
Sadly the older caravan fridges don't work all that good once it gets over 34 °C and along the Murray just after Christmas it's around 35 to 40 °C in the shade.
Bert.
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If what I have read is correct, you only need a good quality soap to kill this virus.
The 70% alcohol is not necessary if you use soap and that will not harm leather like alcohol would.
Bert.
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When we had a farm my youngest daughter wanted a horse, it did not matter what I said she had to have one.
I sat her down and we worked out how much the hay burner was going to cost to maintain, but that did not work, so I said to her if we get it she will have to get up an hour earlier to feed it and look after it before she goes to school and then put it away and feed it when she got home off the bus.
Funny thing, I did not hear much after that.
Bert.
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@dikman that way the horse will be able to catch it on the fence and pull it down as well.
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Anyone looking for 214x1 or 216x1 needle this sell has listed some.
Plus he also has parts for 132K6 if your looking for them also.
Bert.
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Maybe that's what I need Brian, to get me off my butt. sadly I have not got back into my leather work since I had a stint in hospital last year.
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That is a top idea Brian, as usual you come up with some cracker things to make you work and life easier.
Your starting to make me think a printer is a good idea.
Bert.
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Thank Tom, I was going to put in this section, but thought I might get me knuckles wrapped.
Some of his parts and needle are quiet a fair price to what I have paid in the past.
Bert.
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I like your work Brian, I ain't shown the misses those pictures, that's for sure.
Bert.
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If any one in Australia is looking for Singer 132K6 parts, have a look at this bloke is selling on ebay, https://www.ebay.com.au/sch/stuarwatkin-57/m.html?item=203058888158&hash=item2f4740bdde%3Ag%3A47IAAOSwlsZfHPx7&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2562
Bert.
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Wow, now that is what I call thinking outside the box to find the solution.
The handbag looks good from what I can see of it.
Thanks.
Bert.
29K58 For Sale in Australia
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Will consider fair offers.
Bert.