Monday, July 30, 2012

Singer 421G Sewing Machine

Find it on etsy: http://eleanormeriwether.etsy.com

First of all, let me say how excited I am about finding this machine! This is one of the rare German Singer machines that has eluded me for years!


It not only has a fantastic bed extension and storage space in the bed.... It also has a free arm!


It also came in a sweet Danish Modern (German Modern?) sewing cabinet, like I have never seen before!


Fancy



It even came with most of the attachments and the manual!


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30 comments:

  1. OnePerfectDayAugust 3, 2012 at 5:10 PM

    Wow! What a find!

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  2. quietandsmalladventuresAugust 3, 2012 at 11:53 PM

    wooow i'm so so jealous!!

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  3. IvaAugust 5, 2012 at 6:14 PM

    I have that sewing machine, and I would kill for that manual! And I had no idea it has a free arm!

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    1. TiffanyAugust 5, 2012 at 8:57 PM

      It is a fantastic machine! I think it was one of the first free arms!

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    2. PietsyMarch 20, 2014 at 2:21 PM

      Hello I am restoring one of these machines which I bought at a Goodwill. However it didn't come with the power cord and foot pedal. In looking at the socket on the side of the machine, it is different from my other Singers of the same era. I am wondering if the power is specific to Germany and does not work in North America. Are you able to post a photo of the socket and plug for me to compare?

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    3. TiffanyMarch 20, 2014 at 2:35 PM

      Hi there! I sold this machine eons ago so I will have to dig around for my photos. As I recall my manual was in German and the power did not have to be converted to work on the US. I am pretty sure the controller/ power cord was the same as one of the two US 400 series versions. Thanks for visiting my blog!

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    4. PietsyMay 19, 2014 at 11:09 AM

      ok. Thanks I will look at the US 400 versions.

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    5. UnknownApril 21, 2015 at 8:01 PM

      Just curious, how much did you sell it for? Thank you.

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    6. UnknownJune 20, 2020 at 9:32 AM

      Iva, I currently have an original 421 that is in English listed on Ebay. I plan to keep it listed until it sells. Joyce (Dustyscootercat on Ebay)

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  4. Diana61February 25, 2015 at 10:25 AM

    I have the same one after my mum (R.I.P) and it's the best machine ever, but I don't have the manual.
    https://www.flickr.com/photos/bamse61/16437276507/

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    1. TiffanyFebruary 25, 2015 at 10:28 AM

      Beautiful machine! It is definitely one of the better Singer machines. I wish I came across them more often.

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  5. DagneyDecember 3, 2016 at 9:55 PM

    Just bought this machine. It runs like a dream. I have the manual, attachments (2 of the bobbins are shiny like brand new) and table. Found in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

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  6. UnknownJanuary 18, 2017 at 4:45 PM

    Hi! do you think its possible to receive a somewhat copy of the manual? readable pictures taken with a newer smartphone would be enough!
    you may contact me at harrybertdoener@uni.de
    Thanks so much!

    I just obtained the machine and after over 20 years without usage and beeing stored in a cellar it started sewing as its brand new. Its all metal and looks perfect handicrafted. Its amazing to see this quality. Today ist mostly cheap plastic thats sold. You take a modern, new machine off the floor and you hear the cracking and sound of plastic as the machine deforms under its own weight.
    Well Im going to give it some oil, but really would appreciate to receive a copy of the manual to give it its full dedication and care.

    Thanks so much! <3

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  7. BicyclzMay 28, 2017 at 8:55 AM

    @harrybertdoener.
    Might be good to check the 431G manuals, available free from Ismacs.
    They very similar & you will get 95%+ of your wanted info from that source.
    Don't give up yet!
    I emailed you just now.

    Good luck!
    John F.

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  8. BicyclzMay 28, 2017 at 9:07 AM

    I notice that the left hand throat plate fixing is missing/damaged.
    Have you found a fix for this?

    I have similar problems with my 431G: )

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  9. UnknownOctober 29, 2018 at 5:16 PM

    Hello
    Could you please send a PDF of the 421G manual as I'm struggling to use this machine. Thanking you in anticipation .

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    1. RNichJuly 2, 2019 at 12:40 AM

      Did you get a manual?

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    2. ruzicaMay 12, 2020 at 2:35 AM

      Hello
      Could you please send a PDF of the 421G manual as I'm struggling to use this machine. Thanking you in anticipation .

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  10. lbeezMay 13, 2020 at 12:24 AM

    Hello,
    I would also love to have a copy of the manual for the 421G. I would also be interested in a parts list, because the only one I could find on line was somewhat damaged and the first page is a bit obscured. Does anyone out there have a parts list for the Singer 421G?
    another question: why do part numbers differ from one source to another? I am trying to sort out part numbers for throat plates and a US site has the same parts with different numbers. I have come across this before; is it a Europe vs US thing?
    thanks,
    lbeez

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  11. BicyclzMay 13, 2020 at 11:28 AM

    The 421G is a rare machine & almost the same as a 431G. Just extra chain-stitch capability on the 431G? I think so. The 431G manuals are easily available. Not so the 421G.

    The Part No. differences are partly due to where the machines were made. The 'best ones' were made in Germany & Italy. 411G 411M 421G 431G. US made machines were the 401A 403A, & the Rocketeers. 500A & 50sA. So some parts overlapped. I would not worry about this in Europe: )

    I've got 2 431G Chain Stitch throat plates with different numbers...

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  12. AlexanderOctober 25, 2020 at 2:08 PM

    hello, could you send a pdf file with instruction 421g. I will be very grateful to you. my address is kashaloth79@gmail.com

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  13. lbeezNovember 25, 2021 at 5:03 PM

    Hello,
    I am also writing to request a copy of the manual for the singer 421G. I see many requests here but no-one ever says thank you so I can't tell if they are just ungrateful or whether you are not sending them. If you are, I would be very grateful to receive one. My email address is veesbees07 at gmail dot com.
    Thank you.

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  14. Diana61November 27, 2021 at 9:35 AM

    I do not have the Manual to this and need it too.

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    1. UnknownApril 6, 2022 at 2:30 AM

      Do you still need it?
      I have the manual and am willing to scan it for anyone who is still needing it.
      Unfortunately my machine needs a new motor.
      Does anyone know if the below description will definitely work for the 421G?


      "Singer Gear Drive Motor - This motor fits SINGER 400 series 600 series machines"

      Thanks,
      Dave ( in New Zealand )

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    2. Diana61April 6, 2022 at 4:54 AM

      My goodness, Yes!! Please scan it in for me if you still want to do it. Thank you with all my heart because this is my late mothers machine that she bought back in 1961 when I was born to sew my and later on, my brother's cloathes.

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  15. UnknownApril 6, 2022 at 2:29 AM

    I have the manual and am willing to scan it for anyone who is still needing it.
    Unfortunately my machine needs a new motor.
    Does anyone know if the below description will definitely work for the 421G?


    "Singer Gear Drive Motor - This motor fits SINGER 400 series 600 series machines"

    Thanks,
    Dave ( in New Zealand )

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  16. teslaJune 9, 2023 at 7:41 PM

    My e mail ckarnabat@hotmail.com please pdf . Tkns much much.

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  17. PatsyMay 16, 2024 at 2:27 PM

    I see this is an old post but I would hope these machines are forever keepers.
    I would love the 421G manual if you still have it. I am in the US and parts are very
    scarce. Dont know what spool pins to buy as my machine came naked. If the manual is available
    please email to patsysmpa@gmail.com. Thank you!

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    1. JoakimSeptember 11, 2024 at 1:39 PM

      Here you go: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/83frwkg2vmg1c3pk3baxv/Singer-421-Convertible-User-Manual.pdf?rlkey=on0uxg61ymaghrinv7z04ir3u&e=1&dl=0

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  18. JoakimSeptember 11, 2024 at 1:39 PM

    The manual can be downloaded here: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/83frwkg2vmg1c3pk3baxv/Singer-421-Convertible-User-Manual.pdf?rlkey=on0uxg61ymaghrinv7z04ir3u&e=1&dl=0

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