WELCOME TO THE STUDIO SINGER 306K! DIG THIS THESE SINGER 306K AND 319K ARE APPEALING!

[@angelcastro3129]

P.S. lol the bobbin for the 306 and the 206 are L style, however there is a way around the needle size, there is a different bobbin holder meant for embroidery, I wish I could recall the name of it but I am sure with a wee bit of digging you will find it. The issue with the needle is that especially in the zig zag mode a typical sized needle hits the holder, but switching to the other bobbin holder that problem is voided, hope this helps Dearie.

[@shopwornbear1171]

I just bought this model in this colour scheme from a senior's daughter. She and her husband are moving into a senior's residence here in Ottawa and she cannot take the machine with her due to lack of space. Tomorrow I will have it, my very first vintage Singer. I originally bought this for my little sister as she just murdered her Singer Starlet free arm by trying to sew heavy boning that may as well have been railroad tracks, and shattered the feed dog gear. That took some effort as this particular machine was built by the French in France, and unlike the Touch and Throws, these gears were made with a whole lot better materials. So...I thought I'd get her some heavy metal goodness. Unfortunately, I did not see the bobbin configuration until a prior video to this and realized she'd never be able to use it. So, the Starlet is going to be re-geared with that cruddy nylon garbage they sell now (If it lasts a year I'll be the most surprised human on earth). I'll be sure to boil my hands afterwards to get the leavings of that horrible crud off my digits. I have a Singer here already, my 9960 which is mainly for making product tags and deco stitching. It's a competent machine for it's limited quality and lifespan. I sure wouldn't sew a pair of jeans on it, though. I also have a Pfaff 2046 that was a score with a three machine pickup (I got the BEST Xmas gift with that little haul; a Kenmore 158.1931. Had to up the motor power as, unlike our American neighbors, this machine was .2 amps under-powered. Not anymore it isn't). I'm a Kenmore junkie. That's the machine that gets my motor running. Speaking of motors. Now, I've seen this model you and I own upgraded to a .9 amp motor. It is super fast. I have a huge concern about this machine, though. I have a .5 amp Kenmore machine here, a hybrid, and its OK with sewing, but it's not powerful at all. it'll sew a pair of jeans OK, but it is almost sluggish on anything thicker than a few layers of regular cotton. The 1931 I have sewed just like the Kenmore 27 hybrid. Now, my Kennie is closing in on 40 pounds, so .8 amps to it is about the equivalent as the .5 amps on that Kennie hybrid. Sooo. question, if I may. How can a 5.3 amp machine be powerful? I'm lost, cannot wrap my brain about this. Now, that upgraded to .9 amp machine I watched on video sewed REALLY fast. Your machine seems to be plenty quick too. Needle penetration on a thick pile of denim. Can it take 8 layers? Can it sew a deep and well balanced stitch while doing so? I will have my answer soon enough I guess. I will have to wait, sadly, to test it. Until I get that modified bobbin holder, I cannot use my class 15 needles, and a 12 or 14 is not capable of sewing through heavy denim. So, what's your opinion on the power plant? I'd love to know what your findings are as there isn't a "power test" for this model anywhere I've looked so far. I'm a new subscriber, and look forward to your videos as I work through that library you made. Keep sewin' Dave.

[@JebbAdams]

Hello Dave! Thank you for your comment. I do have a Kenmore 185 & a Kenmore 12. They sit waiting their turn. I have been restoring vintage singers for about 4 years. I am an amateur, sort of, lol! And I just started sewing this past week. Your experience and knowledge base is vast. Thank you for stopping in. Enjoy your Kennie's! 👍

[@angelcastro3129]

I just bought the first version of the singer zigzag Singer 206 in my case it is a 206k simple zig zagger no cams, the 306 has a totally different body shape, has a slightly wider zigzag and the 306 also does a satin stich a bit better but both have a lot to offer and are like most all Singer prior to the 1970's built like precision tanks.

[@outtatrex]

Thanks for this great overview of the Singer 306. what a great machine!

[@JebbAdams]

Really great! Thanks!

[@ImmaculateKSkogemyr]

Thank you so much. I just bought mine for 10 dollars..I am in LOVE.. SERIOUSLY... I ga u a wooden box to the maskin. The previous owner must har really, really loved hers, because it is in such good condition.. I hardly cleaned it

[@JebbAdams]

Hello Queen Of The Nile! You sound really happy! And no wonder! What a sweet find for you! Enjoy!

[@hannahhansen1245]

What a great share, mine is 306K black treadle operated, just the same otherwise, made in 1954 in Great Britain. I am from Down Under and just got mine. It’s in good order but I am getting new bobbin cases to accomodate regular needles. It was cheaper than buying the correct needles, so hopefully it works! Thanks so much for sharing your expertise!

[@JebbAdams]

What a wonderful time you are having! A lot of my "expertise" was learned right here on KZbin! And you are from down under too! How cool is that? That's cool! I live in Montreal, Quebec, Canada! There are lots of sewing machines here! I mean like beautiful vintage machines like our 306k's!

[@hannahhansen1245]

@@JebbAdams Hi Jebb, thanks so much for your response! So great to hear from you. I think you are quite the celebrity in this area! I love your videos so much. It is great learning on KZbin. I also have 4 other singer treadles, they are addictive to collect. I am running out of room though now! lol Great hearing from you, really appreciate it! :-)

[@JebbAdams]

@@hannahhansen1245 So sorry for the tardy reply Hannah! And very happy to hear that you have lots of machines! I have a few too! How could we have only one! Lol! Oh dear! Running out of room? Where will you put the new additions?! Lol! Thank you for the message; I DO appreciate it! Have a great adventure today Hannah! Peace!

[@redoak3809]

Can one be converted to treadle, or does it need to come that way? If so, what is needed?

[@redoak3809]

Where did you find those special Bobbins?

[@KeniloTube]

Hello Jebb, I'm very happy to find you after a bit of a fruitless search for any 306K information. I purchased a black version fitted to a 'table like' piece of furniture from a lady in Bradford some six months ago but it's only now I have found time to start restoring it. Having removed the top cover and needle bar cover for inspection, A small black slotted screw fell out onto the table and on looking closer I saw a small thin spring steel plate lying in the bottom of the needle bar area... Its part number is 105015 but I've no idea what or where it is from as no user manuals or adjusters manual was supplied, could you provide a clue? Thanks!

[@oldschoolfoil2365]

Looking at buying one of these second hand after looking at all the new plastic machines of today. the one im buying has a more darker grey paint finish kinda military uniform repair feel about it. i like it

[@JebbAdams]

Hi there! They are great machines! Do you sew? I need to start sewing. That's what I like about this vintage: Steel gears, no electronics! Thanks for viewing! Please like & subscribe if you feel so inclined. Have fun!

[@JebbAdams]

It would be nice to come across 320, especially a German one.

[@oldschoolfoil2365]

@@JebbAdams Havent sewn for over twenty years making my own clothes for school back in the day. getting hold of good material back then was limited to keep up with the fashion of brand name textiles. at the moment iv'e ordered in oilskin canvas to make hiking and tent and tarp and back pack gear im hoping this machine will sew seatbelt webbing as well as i wouldn't trust a cheap plastic machine of today to handle the fibre i will be using. without the need of an industrial machine like my friend who owns a consew for leather clothing sewing. im more into canvas than leather myself. I got the machine cheap i cant complain if it wont sew the stuff i plan on making i will have to shop around maybe for a more solid machine that can do the job maybe I dont know yet it looks solid enough to handle canvas and webbing im hoping. From what i can see people favor this model for a grid down no power operation very handy indeed.

[@oldschoolfoil2365]

@@JebbAdams I will let you know the origin serial number when it arrives. im doing as much research on how to thread it and use it as much as i can find i not even sure if it comes with cams the seller didn't mention cams on the sale ad

[@oldschoolfoil2365]

@@JebbAdams it renegged on the sale on ebay his reputation. must of been GOOD Machine to renegg on ebay at his reputation. hmm i wanted one of these regardless the cost

[@songofsitra]

Hi Jebb, I'm having issues with my second 306k, I can't get the needle position control functioning smoothly. Can you please help? I've learnt so much from your videos already. 😊 Thank you for your videos!

[@JebbAdams]

Greetings song of sutra! This was a great message! And then I got your other message!👍👍

[@eldersandim3008]

My Singer 319K does not move the needle column to zig zag, how can I fix it? I was sewing before, the needle broke and the thread got tangled under the serrated teeth and the SIINGER 319K sewing machine no longer moves the column when activating internal decorative sewing stitches.

[@JebbAdams]

Hi eldersandim3008! This is beyond my experience, unfortunately. The channel to check is Erik Neek. He has a playlist of 15 or more video's on 306's, 319's, 320's and 206's as well. He might be able to help. So sorry elder; good luck I am sure you will have success sooner than later! Thanks again.

[@eldersandim3008]

@@JebbAdams Thank you. God bless you.

[@JebbAdams]

Amen , brother!

[@melodyfields6742]

Wondering since some time has passed, if you have had a chance to sew on this machine? Do you feel it's comparable to a 301?

[@JebbAdams]

Greetings Melody Fields and thank you for visiting! The 306 motor is on the list to have the brushes cleaned/changed. Can I answer your question? I can say this: They are both direct drive metal machines. Of course the 306k, is the first Singer model with zig-zag capability! Subscribing helps me, help the 43 machines that live with me. Thank you for your help. Thank you for your thoughts! Have a great day!

[@paulage1art]

A friend is gifting this model to me so I checked it out on your channel and just have to ask - do you work in an OR? Those look like surgical drapes in the background.

[@JebbAdams]

Greetings paulage1art! No I don't work in the OR: The blue behind the machine are blue recycling garbage bags. The blue under the machine are blue shop towels. Enjoy your Singer 306! Peace!

[@TheTonialadd]

How do you get the top off? I just got a 306W that has been sitting for a long time. I’ve oiled the screws on the top. But now what??? Thanks for sharing.

[@JebbAdams]

Hello Somebody's grandma! Thanks for visiting the sewing machines here! I appreciate the support! So the screws are stuck. You oiled them and they still will not undo. Put the screwdriver into the slothead screw and try undoing it slowly WHILE YOU GENTLY TAP THE TOP OF THE SCREWDRIVER YOU ARE TURNING. Heat the screws with a hairdryer on high for 2 minutes each. Then using the longest screwdriver that fits, try it again. Tap the top. to do this get a face cloth or small towel and put it along the edge of the top opposite the screw. Then take a little mallet, or a length of 1x2; or even the back of a hair brush and tap it. Please let me know what works. Thanks again and all the best. Visit often, please subscribe; Thank You so much!

[@paulage1art]

I had a presser foot thumb screw that was stuck solid on my 1904 Singer 27 and sewing machine oil wouldn’t help free it. I read somewhere on a VSM site that you need to use a penetrating oil (looked that up - WD40) and it worked like a charm after sitting an hour after application!

[@JebbAdams]

@@paulage1art It is good that it worked soon for you! Wonderful antique your Singer 27. I have a baby; a 128! I like these wonderful old machines!

[@mrsseasea]

I’m here because I can get this machine in the cabinet for less than 200.00 the cabinet it self is really neat, it has bent drawers on the side, and the machine looks to be in good condition, however, I’m not familiar with this machine, so i’m skeptical.

[@Kim-ok4sl]

Any way to find a the service manual for this machine?

[@JebbAdams]

I am so sorry I missed this! manuals.com should help! Thank you for your understanding!

[@Kim-ok4sl]

@JebbAdams went there first. No help. Found one on eBay.

[@JebbAdams]

@@Kim-ok4sl Good! Glad you got one! I want suggest that link until I test it!

[@Oliver71830]

Tenho uma máquina FAFE 130 com a corrente dentária quebrada gostaria de adquirir uma e não consegui pode me informar onde encontrar.

[@JebbAdams]

Gracias Natanair Sacramento! Obrigado!

[@davidhoffman558]

I think i have a 306k but where do i find the number to be sure to get a bobbin case?

[@JebbAdams]

Welcome David Hoffman! Your yearly travels films are being enjoyed by myself and tens of thousands of others too! I was in Guanacaste in 2012 but not at the Riu. First things first; and this is more to remind myself of parts names! Lol! The top horizontal casting from the Handwheel to the Presser Bar Tension Screw houses the horizontal arm shaft. The horizontal plane where the cloth lies as it is sewn, is called the Bed. The vertical tube that goes from Handwheel to Bed is the Upright. There are 2 numbers on the sewing machine. The Serial Number is underneath the bed & stamped into the top of the underside. (Usually close to the corner of the bed). If you go to ismacs.net and search your machine's Serial # it will produce a date range that your machine was built in. The Model Number "306k" is on the Upright facing the person. Thanks for your inquiry! It keeps me on my toes and I am here to learn! Peace!

[@cocobobo5962]

Do you know where I can find the 206x13 needles?

[@JebbAdams]

Try Central Michigan Sewing Supplies! Thanks for visiting!

[@AB-nd6lo]

Internet

[@hannahhansen1245]

I found some on ebay

[@marydeignan2183]

Where do you get the needles for the 306

[@JebbAdams]

Hi Mary! singeronline.com:-800-559-6729 Called Singer 206x13 needles. $8.99 per pack. Fortunately, all 4 of my 306's have modified bobbin cases and accept 15x1 needles!

[@AspenGlow2027]

@@JebbAdams you can find a modified bobbin case that will take the standard 15 needle. Keith Hardigan from In Stitches creates them. He is in Canada. Well with it. He has a Facebook group Sing Swing Needle Machines.

[@JebbAdams]

@@AspenGlow2027 Greetings Sally Engel! How are you? Thanks for the tip! A special thank you for your comment and for subscribing! Your support and input is appreciated! Have another wonderful day!