What is the Value of a hand singer sewing machine?
Vintage sewing machines are valued much like vintage automobiles. Just saying you have a Singer sewing machine is not enough to establish the value. Several other factors must be considered: – Condition: Is it a rusty hulk, or shiny, showroom shape? – Model: Each manufacturer made several machines for different pocketbooks, just as with autos, the luxury models usually retain their value better than the utility models. – Configuration: Is mounted in a cabinet, or a portable case? – Accessories: Does the machine have its instruction manual and full complement of accessories that came with it? Are there any additional accessories that were purchased later? Then there are other issues that can affect the selling price of a vintage sewing machine: – Location: If you live in an upscale neighborhood, probably very few buyers will be interested in an average condition old sewing machine. If you live in an area with a large number of lower income families, they might want an old, reliable sewi