My 1560 came in its original case and by the photo you can see that the plastic has yellowed but it has protected the machine very well. Like many vintage sewing machines with all-metal gears, this machine is heavy, at least 35 pounds. The 1.0 amp motor on this sewing machine will handle those fabrics just fine. The Kenmore 1560 can sew through denim, upholstery, canvas, and leather as long as you use the proper settings and presser foot. One exception being some of the highly sought-after vintage Singer Featherweights, many prior to the 1960’s they were ahead of their time with their introduction of a free-arm.Ī Free-Arm is very useful when you need to sew cuffs, pant hems, or any other circular shape as it allows you slip the fabric around the arm.Ī powerful motor is important when sewing heavier fabrics. The Free-Arm feature came at a later date, so many vintage sewing machines you will come across will not have it. Having a Free-Arm is a great feature on any sewing machine. This machine is a Free-Arm but if you do not need to use it this way you can still access the bobbin by opening the shuttle cover. In the next images, I point out the different knobs and levers on the machine in case your machine did not include a manual.
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