Need Help with Singer 615U

I was recently given a Singer 615U that appears to have never been used, although it does not have a manual with it. I have not sewn in over 10 years, so I pretty much don't know anything about sewing anymore. I have heard that many of the old Singer models are really good and durable because of their metal components. I believe this one is "one of the good ones", but I'm not at all attached to it. Could anyone give me some advice- is this particular machine worth anything? What year is it? etc. I have not been able to find any info on it at all. I'm wondering if I should sell it and get one that's easier for a novice like me to figure out, or if I'd be a fool to sell it. I'd appreciate any help!!

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silverlight
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sewingbythecea

I have a 615u, also. Also no manual :) Mine is like new in it's original case with full attachment set.

It's a WONDERFUL machine. All metal, gear driven (no belts) and will do a marvelous chain stitch. It's about late 60s era and was made by SInger in Japan for sale at military outposts...hence they are rare in the US.=20

I will never sell mine... :)

If you get a manual for, say a Singer 401 everything matches except for the chainstitching (which the 401 does not do). The 615u is not a Touch & Sew but the directions for doing the chainstitching are the same as for, say, the Singer 603. You need the chainstitching attachments, which consist of a bobbin filler and a special plate.

Let me know if you decide to sell it :)

-Irene

-------------- You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.=20

--Mae West=20

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IMS

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blueyes917

I also have a 615u and love it. It is one of the last of the all metal Singer machines....and one of the few 600 models that isn't a touch & sew (wind in place bobbin). It is also one of the few Singers that will do a chain stitch - and a lovely one at that! Mine as a $20 purchase at the thrift - it's like new with all of the attachments and cams.

The 600 "U" series, from what I have found out, were sold through military depots to military families (and not through dept. stores). They're not that common which is probably why it's hard to find out anything about them.

-Irene

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IMS

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