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Singer Model 242-1 Sewing Machine

Singer Model 242-1 Sewing Machine
Singer Model 242-1 Sewing Machine

One needle, two loopers, three thread overseam chain stitch. Horizontal needle bar, Splash lubrication. Built in light. Speed 4500 RPM. For seaming hosiery.

Model 242-1
Dates —
Usage Industrial
Description One needle, two loopers, three thread overseam chain stitch. Horizontal needle bar, Splash lubrication. Built in light. Speed 4500 RPM. For seaming hosiery.
Needle 150x1, 150x3
Source Singer model list classes 200-299

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