Singer 44-90 ?

[MADMAX22]

Ok so trying to help out a friend who wanted to do a couple of his own motorcycle seats (regular upholstery style). He needed a sewing machine and I gave some recommendations from what was available on CL. Anyhow he ended up with a Singer 44-90. 

So trying to help him out now with manuals and any info that relates to this machine, I did find the parts list and a short 9 page manual online. If anyone has anything more in depth I would appreciate it. 

Also what is the capacity/abilities of this machine, I see on the big list it is for stitching gloves. 

Thanks everyone. 

[dikman]

See what you mean, not a lot of info turns up, but it looks like a nice little walking foot. They say light/medium/medium heavy glove leather so I would think it should handle the seat leather?

[Constabulary]

Looks like a short version of the Singer 31-19 or 31-47 - kind of...

Edited March 27, 2017 by Constabulary

[CowboyBob]

Corey,

Many years ago we used to rebuild these & sell them for car upholstery.The biggest problem is getting feet to fit.Does it have a cording foot?If he needs one get a pic of how the feet mount.

This machine is very power top feed like a 16-188 type of upper feed,the bar that holds the outside foot on has been out of production for over 30 yrs.But most other parts will interchange w/a 31-15.You can put a spacer on the foot lift for more lift(if it hasn't already been done)

[MADMAX22]

Thanks everyone. Alot more info then I had found so far. I'll post some pics that he sent me. 

Bob I gave him your email address so hopefully if he needs anything he can give you a message. 

Edited March 27, 2017 by MADMAX22

[MADMAX22]

Almost forgot what size thread will these guys handle, presume 92 maybe 138?

 

[CowboyBob]

#92 is no problem & 138 might work by tightening the tension more.The machine looks like it just came right out of the factory,still original needle plate & feet.

[Constabulary]

cool old machine!!!