Physical description

A small book of Instructions for using Singer* Sewing Machines 99K with no cover. The title page includes the model and *Trade Mark of The Singer Manufacturing Co. which is printed at the bottom. On the right there is a black and white illustration of the sewing machine. Inside are full details of the use and care of this electric machine from the 1950's. At the back is an Index. Pp.70.

Publication type

non-fiction

Summary

The Singer 99K is a durable, vintage 3/4-size sewing machine produced from 1911 through to the mid-1950s. Built with a heavy-duty cast-iron body, it specializes in straight stitches and is highly portable. It uses standard low-shank presser feet and Class 66 drop-in bobbins.