1908 Singer Sewing Machine: Threading & Bobbin

[@davidonapittock8662]

Amazingly helpful thank you. Most Singer machines on KZbin are younger and I was struggling to find the same make. Successfully threaded and bobbed! Many thanks.

[@louisechevrefils9805]

Yesterday, I put the WD40 in that hole that you mentioned and that I never saw before - because I did not know it was meant for oiling the stitch length button. I covered the big button and used a pair of pliers to turn it and it worked. After cleaning and oiling, this button can now be easily turned to modify the stitch length. Thank you so much for your very useful video; it helped me fixing the problem with my machine. It works so nicely now, I am delighted with it!

[@fionacolourful]

I did the same, I hadn't realized that hole was there! The stitch length know works now!

[@sharleensanders7997]

Great video and many people don't know you thread the needle from left to right. Thanks for sharing a great tutorial

[@rocopson6955]

You have saved my sanity! I could not understand why sometimes the bobbin was fine and others it wouldn't thread! Its all about the bobbin cotton position! Thankyou so much!!!

[@peyotecoyote73]

I know I'm late to the proverbial party but I just have to add a little piece of advice to your viewers. Please don't grab the bullet bobbin by the wire when pulling it out as this can bend it and cause damage to the bobbin. Instead, please use the little round push button located just at the foot of the bobbin as that's what it's for. you simply push down on it and it pops right up 😊 Hope this helps and THANK YOU for a wonderfully informative video.

[@Moonwing72]

This is a singer 27, they didn’t have a push button bobbin release button. Nor did the 28. They were an added feature in the updated 127/128 models. To get the bobbin out safely in 27/28’s you push down on the tip of the bobbin case and it will pop up.

[@originalperspectivellc3053]

Good lord! What an amazing tip. I have had my machine since I was a little girl and it has always been a crap shoot threading the bobbin. Thank you a million times!!!!

[@meganmills6545]

If you push down on the pointy part of the shuttle it raises the back of it up making it easy to remove from the machine. It's not only easier but there's no chance of damaging the shuttle's tension spring that way. :-)

[@meganmills6545]

@Peter Alexander Yes you can, but it can also get distorted when people make a habit of picking up the shuttle by the tension spring. One day, when the shuttle carrier isn't far enough forward, it'll distort the spring and the shuttle will stay put when someone pulls up on it confidently. They're not making any more of them so my recommendation is to look after the ones we've got. Especially when there's an easy alternative - which is the way that the Singer manuals also recommend - that you can use anyway.

[@alisonwebber2777]

Thank you so much for this video! My treadle has been out of commission for three years ever since I snapped a needle and couldn't get everything back together properly. This was exactly what I needed to see. Back up and sewing!!

[@jmdenison]

tip for threading needles. do not snip except right before you thread the needle. do not touch the end of the thread or it may fray again. keep a small piece of white paper next to your sewing machine to see the hole easier. great video! also, use needles with the biggest hole you can get away with so you don't struggle with threading which is the most aggravating part. another helpful hint is each sewing machine needle has a groove in one side. slide the thread along this groove for a 1/4" or so to guide it right into the hole. you should be able to feel the groove in the side or your needle is worn out and should be replaced.

[@aminelover8666]

Thank you soo much this video was helpful in many ways. I just got one and I thought it was missing a few parts. Not only did this video show me I had all the parts but it also showed me how to thread it. My grandma is teaching me how to use it. It was helpful for her too since the last time she used one was when she was 10. I'm soo excited to use one for the first time to make a costume

[@TheKarriejo]

Your video is very intricate, and exactly what I needed. I just bought this model and need to learn everything about using it as I am a novias to sewing.

[@evilgasmpixieperson2414]

Thank you for this video. I just found one of these in a thrift store and bought it. You have been a life saver.

[@Yosoyreina222]

I’m stressing trying to thread this dang thing

[@louisechevrefils9805]

Thank you so much for this video. Those things that get the fabric moving forward are called ''feed-dogs''. In freemotion quilting, some say that they have to be off or down if you like but on this machine, there is no way we can put them down. Some others, on the contrary, prefer to leave them there. I did not try freemotion quilting yet on this machine. Another thing I can tell you about is the king of machine this is: it is a 28K. I am also using WD-40 to clean up and Singer oil to oil. I am going to watch your part-2 video now. Thank you very much for this one, threading is going to be easier now. Next thing to get this machine for my needs will be to loosen up that stitch length knob. I will put some WD-40 first and let it work for a few hours before using the pliers covered with a piece of fabric, like you suggested.

[@scramblerman90]

Thank you for the question and feedback. I hope you are able to do what you would like with your machine.

[@scramblerman90]

WD-40 does leave a residue but I have found that it is not a thick gumming residue such as that left by Rem-Oil. You can always test the oil you would like to try by putting some in a small glass dish (such as a tea light candle holder) and letting it sit out. You will know exactly what it is doing inside your machine if you do that. I appreciate all your feedback and hope your information is able to help others setup their machine properly. I don't actually know a whole lot about these old machines but I have helped get several running again after years of neglect. All your info is helpful. Thank you!

[@tribe2000]

@@scramblerman90 Hi. From my engineering knowledge: WD40, like u said, is good for *cleaning up* existing residue. However: it is NOT a lubricant - google it. Many cyclists mistakenly use it to lube their cycle chain - but it's the worst thing you cld use. You need to use a good oil lubricant. Great video BTW!

[@kristinjacobsen3417]

I'm finding that Kroil penetrating oil is helping loosen up parts on my newly acquired Singer 27 treadle machine.

[@julielemke3088]

Thanks for the video, I have the same machine at home. It's been in my family since 1908.

[@Wendywin99]

Thanks for sharing while I was having trouble to get to know how to threat in my antique machine.

[@jaimemulder82]

The most helpful for threading my machine!

[@marlawetherell8785]

I got it finally. Yeah. Thank you for your tutorial. You might want to add how to remove the bobbin from the bullet for future people like me. I didn't give up I just kept trying till I got it.

[@nealblackburn8628]

to get it through the little illett on the decorative end plate you don't need to thread it through you just pull it through from the back

[@fionacolourful]

Oh my goodness I never realized' so easy! Just inherited an older model without the drive belt. So it was first time I threaded it up (which I had done before I saw video) I was looking for how the thread runs to load up the bobbin with thread. I loosened the hand wheel to stop the needle going up & down, & connected the large wheel to the sma bobbin leading wheel etc so all prepared. Just trying to figure out where the thread goes?

[@nonyabidness1623]

Thank You! For your sharing great insight! I inherited the very machine that looks exactly like yours! Its working!! ! And I am learning how to do the fix up my self! I see the upper tension mechanism does not look exactly like yours,hmm maybe they varied, & I kind of think that it is the original! Ahhhhhh. IM in love with this much used machine! First treadle ever ! My tension is not perfect yet but its smooth as butter! God Bless You!

[@TheGramminator]

WOW! I HAVE A SINGER SEWING MACHINE WITH THAT SAME EXACT BOBBIN!

[@dianemillard4900]

This is an excellent video. Very detailed instructions. Very helpful.

[@barbaradixon3116]

Thank you this helped so much. Unfortunately the top thread is not picking up the bobbin thread. For some readon the bobbin thread will not come through that little hole It comes out just below it. Will keep trying!

[@SledDog5678]

Sometimes it is as simple as needing a new needle. The slightest burr can cause this.

[@savaugeblends8883]

Thank you, your video helped to understand the bobbin.

[@l.v.d.r6640]

The part with teeth that grabs the fabric is called the feed dog.

[@nadiameyer499]

Thank you so much for making this video! I have the same model singer as you and I had no idea how to thread the shuttle from the pictures in the manual. You just made my day 😁

[@MaryPlencner]

It is stitch length not width and also WD40 should not be used as a lubricant only to clean and loosen up gunk. I used a treadle vintage Franklin when I was 7 yrs old and still remember how to use these vintage machines. Please learn the correct way and not how you assume it should be.

[@susenjustesen7959]

Thank you very much , I have a machine like this. Learning is good.

[@james30k]

Great video thank you someone pass down a really really nice machine model AF366606.. it cleaned up really nice I didn’t know how to thread it the right way I watched your video and first try am up and sewing thank you very much i have 2 newer sewing machines one of the new one is a new singer 6800 heavy duty . I love how the old singer sews music to my ears 🙏🏼🤘🏻….agin thank you 🙏🏼🙏🏼🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@eunicemashack1568]

How do you roll the thread on the roller before you put into the Robin.you didn't show us that..

[@michellewohlgemuth8847]

My new singer treadle loos like your. The paint is not as great. Do you have a manual or know where to get one. I need to clean it up first. Thank you for the tutorial.

[@0michelleki020]

Looks like the one i just got home a Y- series, with the exception that it's hand cranked.

[@tribe2000]

I have an almost identical (non-treadled) machine. Thnku for the detailed video on threading the bobbin! Fantastic! :D

[@denisec8914]

Mine is a 1913 I believe, in a case. I'm trying to learn about it.

[@ronalddaub9740]

My Minnesota is very similar you should watch it in slow motion sometime and see how the shuttle goes through the thread and the thread goes through the holder of the shuttle it's amazing

[@abbinca]

So exciting!! Thanks for making this so easy!!

[@brendaokuda2158]

Flash forward 4 yrs & I inherited my great grandmother's 1902 Singer Treadle. I have no idea where to begin. The Bullet Bobbin is missing, but I have no clue as to what else is wrong. I know this is a long shot, but does anyone know of a good video on actually putting these back together? I've been on the interwebs for HOURS & can't find a single one. This is the closest I've found & while extremely educational, if I can't get the machine put back together then I don't need to know where to put the oil. I'm just at my wits end. I thought youtube had videos on everything, but somehow I'm missing the ones I really need. Thanks for any help. 🙂

[@kristinjacobsen3417]

See Bob Fowler

[@Noniinthebush]

I realise this is an old video but does anyone know how to get WD 40 in liquid form like that? I thought it only comes in a spray can. Cheers

[@nealblackburn8628]

at about 12.55 before you drop the shuttle in i would pull that orange thread straight up so that the end of the thread doesn't remain under clip... i know it works the way you do it but i think it works better that way

[@marlawetherell8785]

Saving for future use if needed again. Although mine is not working correctly. I was needing see the opposite of putting the bobbin into the bullet. I need to get mine out as it is binding and the thread won't pull thru it. I can't figure out how to get the bobbin out of the bullet thing. Ughh.

[@dragonqueenarts]

Push down on the pointy tip of the bullet shuttle, and lift from the back rounded end and it should come free.

[@mariaguadalupekrebs785]

Hola que tal mi maquina cocia pero ahora no agarra el hilo abajo por que?

[@igreels_poster]

this has helped most of the issues with my 1896 electric machine! however, i keep losing the bobbin thread. any recommendations to help? either from OP or other viewers?

[@ktje33]

Hi! Firstly: thanks a lot for the informative video's! Secondly: I have a question about threading my newlt acquired Singer 28k: I followed your instructions and inserted the bobbin into the shuttle but the thread does'nt run freely. Looks like it's stuck. If I pull very hard the bobbin does spin. Before 'clicking' the thread under the tensioner it does run freely. I tried to lossen up the screw and udjust the tension but this didn't seem to help. Do you know what might be the problem?

[@SledDog5678]

Switch to Guitermann thread everyone. Your machines will love you.

[@dorielesser1235]

Hello, thank you for making this video. I do have a couple of questions if I may ask. I have a machine that looks just like yours. Its model number is 14529660 .The decals are the same and so is the bobbin winder. My bobbin gets its power from the cable not a rubber tire that is run by the wheel. I believe my winder is rusted so as it leans into the cable, the little round part does not move. How do you get that unfrozen or will I have to get a new one? My next question is we did buy a bobbin and a shuttle, but they seem too big to fit into the machine. I can get it in but I think it’s upside down. Is there more than one size shuttle for these machines?

[@meriamuarukua9273]

Hi where can I find bobbin for that sewing machine I need it please help me

[@kristinjacobsen3417]

Helen Howes

[@lindadalton2668]

That little think with the fingers is called the feed dogs

[@paulinahmatsaung9936]

Is machine have a reverse?

[@getuliogamarra]

Você tem peças pra esse modelo de máquina?

[@ronanharvey1714]

This vid helped a lot thank you 😁😁😁

[@angelafoxmusic7265]

Can anyone advise me regarding the lower tension on the 'bullet' longbobbin shuttle case? The thread has to be pulled very hard to move through. Is that normal? The machine was manufactured in 1886. Cheers.

[@dragonqueenarts]

You could try loosening the screw on the shuttle in very small increments. It should be easier to pull out, yet hold when lifted by the thread.

[@angelafoxmusic7265]

​@@dragonqueenarts Thankyou Khaleesi.😊 I'm back with my ancient hand cranked singer again. She's tricky but lovely.

[@dianaveloso4888]

Hi!! I did everything like you said, but ir doesn’t sew, what can i do or try to do?

[@dalldallo2993]

J'ai regarder la vidéo 1000 fois et j'ai pas arriver à placer la canette correctement dans son boitier et merci

[@DianaHarveyClark]

Hi if you don't mind telling me what is the model number on this machine? Mine looks just like yours. I put my S# in the singer app & it said my machine was made in 1899 but no but they had no more information about it. Thank you ps: I enjoyed your video

[@hamburgerlasagna1281]

great video i got mine to work

[@marlawetherell8785]

Yeah I was able to get it out of the casing. But now I'm having issues with the thread not being right. Hope I can figure it out. I haven't used the machine in along while like a yr and a half ago. I love the machine it is so some to sew with. I'm not a really good sewer anyway. I like it better than newer machines. Lol I'm 58. Lol 😆

[@RomanNara]

On this website www. www.helenhowes-sewingmachines.co.uk/ you will find many parts for vintage sewing machines, not only SINGER

[@fionacolourful]

Thank you

[@kristinjacobsen3417]

Thank you for that link!

[@SledDog5678]

WAWAK sewing supply company is an amazing source for almost all your sewing and supply needs! Havel's has amazing scissors selections and other hard to find sewing tools. Im not aware of a good vintage parts supply house. If anyone knows of one please reply to this comment. Thanks.

[@ramloganfracic5761]

Is this. Machine a Gritzner Doulach German machine?Blessings

[@ramloganfracic5761]

Thank you very good demonstration and information Blessings

[@mariadancor3516]

Tengo la misma maquina, impecable,,, y no puedo conseguir la lanzadera, soy de argentina, pcia de Chubut, que me recomienda, para tener la lanzadara? Mil gracias, saludos,

[@kristinjacobsen3417]

Helen Howes

[@Jagdtoq]

When you pull the thread back in the shuttle, you should and will hear a faint sounding 'click', no one ever mentions that

[@somjitleo]

How much is an old machine like that worth? With foot treddle + original box cover .

[@dragonqueenarts]

Probably about 500 if in good working condition. Or more.

[@lindadalton2668]

Do you sew in your line of work? I’m just curious because you don’t seem to have muc knowledge of the machine

[@lorenzoalarcon8730]

Thank you for sharing us

[@philrussell1094]

Thank you so much this is a great help.

[@lindadalton2668]

That little foot is called the feed dogs

[@marguiecelin7547]

Very good job

[@barbararobinson937]

i have a similar machine but cant get the tension right can anyone help please

[@fuerteybrava]

The first thing I did after I got mine was to take it to the local repair shop for a tune-up, cleaning, and lubrication. It cost me $100, but worth every penny. Everything works exactly right, including the tension. Are you sure you're adjusting the right tension? There's a tension screw on the bobbin case as well; maybe the issue is your bobbin tension.

[@ramloganfracic5761]

Very informative video .Thank you for sharing this Blessings.

[@andersbr57]

I inherited this exact machine and enjoyed the tutorial. Are these sellable? Where can I sell it?

[@brittniesmith8201]

Why use sewing machines oil.

[@mikeysdreamgal]

I have one to sell if anyone is interested . It is complete with all bobbins and other attachments. It was my grandma's.

[@carlthornton3076]

Very Good!..

[@dalldallo2993]

Votre dėmonstration concernant la canette dans son boitier n'est pas claire essayer de la refaire et merci

[@vikviki8949]

спасибо большое за видео!!!!!!!!!!! у меня GRITZNER/

[@nik57nik57]

Good video, thanks alot. But for WD-40 i highly doubt that this is a good idea. It is a general rule to never used WD-40 for gearing and mechanic stuff like so. Something more greasy would be better i believe.

[@meganmills6545]

Clear, colourless sewing machine oil is the best. You can "loosen up" sticky and stuck parts from the old, old sewing machine oile using deodourised kerosene (called paraffin in some places) and then after that use sewing machine oil.

[@SledDog5678]

The "teeth" are called feed dogs.

[@felicicastillo6290]

Traducir en español que no entiendo nada

[@lindadalton2668]

If you don’t know the difference between the with and the length of the thread stitch. And don’t know what the feed dogs are. Why are you doing a tutorial on this machine??

[@marilyncrawford4225]

Bobbin winding

[@lindadalton2668]

The little thing with the teeth on it is the feed dogs. They move the fabric through. Your doing a video and don’t know what the feed dogs are called. Wow

[@EncarniFernandez-ou3dr]

No hay opción de escucharlo o leerlo en español. Una lástima, no entiendo nada y mi máquina es igual que la que muestra😢

[@meriamuarukua9273]

In Namibia

[@lindadalton2668]

Please check the pronunciation of the treadle belt. You’re very off

[@lindadalton2668]

Those little teeth under the needle are your feed dogs. WD 40 bad move

[@lindadalton2668]

You don’t really seem to be very familiar with sewing machines. Did you just buy this machine on a whim ? You don’t seem to be knowledgeable on machines at all

[@ronalddaub9740]

Feed dogs

[@lindadalton2668]

Hope this isn’t your day job

[@leles6625]

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