Singer 98K /286K Sewing Machines
The Singer 98K and the almost identical 286K were 3/4 size domestic electric sewing machines of which 120,000 were produced during 1963-65. These were classified as 'budget' models. They were free standing without the need for a separate base, did not have fitted work lights, had a small pressed metal foot pedal for speed control, and in the case of the 98K only had a cloth cover instead of a solid cover.
![98K](/images/98K-360x240.jpg)
98K
![286K Wheel](/images/286kwheel-240.jpg)
286K Balance Wheel
Technical Details
Size | 3/4 Full size (12-1/2" base) |
Motor | Singer CBK (external with V belt) |
Drive Belt | Simanco Part No. 198651 (38.5cm O.D) |
Speed Control | Pressed metal foot pedal (Style D) |
Needle (Flat to right) | 15X1 |
Needle Threading | Left to right |
Bobbin | Standard class 66 |
Work Light | None |
Finish | Hammerered effect paint 98K = gold 286K = grey |
Case | 98K = cloth cover 286K = clip on rexine covered plywood lid |
Serial Numbers
From Number | To Number | Quantity | Date |
---|---|---|---|
EV 482635 | EV 487634 | 5000 | 23 October 1963 |
EV 487635 | EV 532634 | 45000 | 25 October 1963 |
EV 671489 | EV 161013 | 50000 | 21 January 1964 |
EX 141014 | EX 161013 | 20000 | 16 September 1964 |
Photos
![286K-01](/images/286K-01-300.jpg)
286K - Front
![286K-02](/images/286K-02-300.jpg)
286K - End View
![286K-03](/images/286K-03-300.jpg)
286K - Back
![286K-04](/images/286K-04-300.jpg)
286K - Motor
![286K-05](/images/286K-05-300.jpg)
286K - Balance Wheel
![286K-06](/images/286K-06-300.jpg)
286K - Foot Pedal