Lisheen

Hi, I work for a sailmaker who has a singer 457 A105M which is a great little workhorse. I am looking to purchase something similar as I am having continuos timing problems with my Pfaff 138. I have found singer 457s with different sub headings of A, G or U, such as singer 456 A 505G-L. My problem is that I can't find an explanation for these headings. Can anyone help? Many thanks!

Thanks Trox. I guess I thought it might be useful to have a machine that could repair anything thrown at it, albeit very slowly! I have a pfaff 138 and its timing gets thrown out by any heavy items (3 layers PVC) that I try to put through it.

Thanks for the replies! I have no specific use for it yet as I am only starting the business. I envisage using it for leatherwork, heavy duty repair work of awnings etc. I have only ever used old machines and have a liking for them. It was offered for sale with an Refrey 1932 long armed machine and I'm trying to figure out the difference between 'needs' and 'wants'!

Hi, starting up sailmaking/canvas work business and came across an old (1950s) Singer 6k11 leather sewing machine. A beautiful beast of a machine. She was offered to me for 800€ which has tempted me but money is tight and I would like to find out more about her. Can anyone help me?