Bidspirit auction | Singer Model 221 Featherweight Portable

Singer Model 221 Featherweight Portable Electric Sewing Machine with Case 1949 - A Singer Featherweight portable electric sewing machine, model 221. The machine is constructed with a black gloss enamel finish decorated with gold-toned scrollwork decals and chrome-finished hardware. It features a fold-up extension table on the left side, a side-mounted motor with a rubber belt drive, and a work light integrated into the arm. The word SINGER is applied in gold lettering across the front of the arm. A circular brass manufacturer's badge on the pillar is embossed with THE SINGER MANFG. CO. around the perimeter and TRADE MARK at the bottom. A stitch length plate on the pillar is marked with numerals 6, 8, 10, 12, 15, 20, and 30. A label on the motor housing reads SINGER SEWING MOTOR, CAT. 3-120, and 110-120 VOLTS. A stamped metal serial number plate on the underside of the base reads AJ190842. The machine is accompanied by a black textured carrying case with a top-mounted handle and two metal latches. The interior of the case includes a removable top storage tray. Also included is a black plastic foot controller and the associated power cord with a three-pin connector.