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Date: Mon, 08 Feb 1999 11:31:35 +0500 From: Elizabeth & Steven Myer Subject: Singer Touch and Sew models Hello Feathers - Many of you have contacted me saying that you would like more information on the Touch and Sew models and I think it only fair that I share what information I've gotten. Like it or not, the Touch and Sew models are a part of vintage sewing machine history and Singer did have some very innovative ideas in creating them.I think we should know about them even if we personally do not choose to add one to our collection. But, I will leave that decision up to you. In responses I've received, yea or nay, it runs neck and neck. About the same number of people love them as condemn them.same as in my quilt group.

There seems to be no middle ground where they are concerned.either you love them or hate them. To that end, I leave opinions to those who have them because the debate will probably continue to seesaw this way and that indefinitely depending on what experiences individual sewers have had with the various models. Here are some Facts: 1. Touch and Sew is a designation given to all the Singer 600 and 700 series machines that filled the bobbin in place. All Touch and Sew models were slant needle machines and all the machines use the same attachments.with the exception of the cams.

All 600 series machines used only black cams.The 700 series used the black and the white (stretch stitch - called 'flexi-stitch') cams. The first models were the 600, 603 and 604. These were problem machines mostly because a wind in place bobbin was a new concept and sewers would not remember to release a button on the bed of the machine when the bobbin winding was completed.and this caused problems. Next models made were the 600e, 603e and 604e. On these models, the bobbin winder was released by simply closing the side plate and thus eliminated the previous problem. Sometime around 1965, Singer replaced the metal gears with plastic ones which turned out to be a big mistake because the gears would perform well for quite a while, but as they wore down, they caused trouble.

Models 630, 640 and the 700s have these plastic gears. The older models, 600 through the 620 series have metal gears.

In 1970, Singer introduced the first machine in their history that had 'stretch stitches.' This was the 700 series. In this series, timing gears were replaced with belts and the tension on the top thread had to be exactly correct or the machine would jam and cause problems. 'Golden' Touch and Sew models were the top of the line in the 620s, 630s, 640s series and on into the 750 model. Says 'Golden Touch and Sew' on the side panel. Touch and Sew models were replaced by the Futura which, in turn, was replaced by the Creative Touch series.

There are different panel colors.it denotes the different models. There were identical Singer sewing machines made that looked like the Touch and Sew, but they did not have the wind in place bobbins - These were not Touch and Sew models.

Some info from manuals on particular models - features: 1. 750 - Top of the Line - called Golden Touch and Sew. Has built in stitches plus many cams to do fancy stitches (uses both black cams and white 'flexi-stitch' cams.) Has rubber feed dogs. 758 - Came out around 1970 - Have to add cams for all stitches except for the straight stitch. Much like the Golden Touch and Sew 750 in all other aspects. 770 - Touch and Sew II - Approximately 1976 - Has a free arm feature.

No built-in self-threader. Has rubber feed dogs which will disintegrate in time and expecially if the presser foot is placed down directly on the feed dogs without any fabric in between.

771 - Another Touch and Sew II - Approximately 1977 - Has a free arm. No cams but all the stitches are built in - 6 built-in regular stitches and 4 built-in flexi-stitches.

Final Thoughts: Based on feedback I received concerning these machines. The Touch and Sew models were developed with a wind in place bobbin feature that was unheard of in other sewing machines, and even today, is a feature that only Singer attempted. Unfortunately, the consumer, the machine, and the Singer Company came together at a time when none of them were in top form.the Singer Company was in financial straits and they cut corners where they shouldn't have in an attempt to cut costs.thereby more 'lemons' were on the market than ordinarily would have been. The machine was different than other sewing machines that had been on the market - it was not a machine for the beginner seamstress. The Singer Company offered free training classes on these machines but few people took the time to properly learn all the aspects of this new machine.

The Singer Company also made a huge mistake in allowing this kind of machine to ever enter schools as part of the education of young sewers. It was not the kind of machine that could stand up to that kind of careless or untrained handling. Admittedly, many people reported that Touch and Sew machines skipped stitches on tricot; broke needles over heavy seams and tangled the bobbin when filling.but many were wonderful workhorses and are still out there performing well for their owners. Many of the complaints that I have received about Touch and Sew machines centered around the 700 series. The early 600 series get many more positive comments. But, remember too, that quilting in the 1970s was on the wane and sewing with knits, especially 'bonded knits' in clothing was the main thing.and Singer attempted to make a machine that sewed these fine, stretchy, and sometimes 'crawly' knits. I leave the final analysis to you as to the merit of the Touch and Sew machines.

After doing this research, I am a lot smarter now and have more of an idea of what to look for when and if I run across one in my outings.and I hope after reading this, you find it helpful as well. Frankly, I'm glad I did this research into these interesting machines. At this point in time, I do not own a Touch and Sew.

But who knows what tomorrow brings? Many thanks to Jim, Mort, Carol and all the others who responded to my request and took the time to talk to me and share their knowledge of Singer Touch and Sew machines.

I appreciate it very, very much. You are wonderful folks! Please continue to share information and personal experiences you've had about a particular series or model on this digest.that way we all learn. And, please, be sure to read (and I'm going to keep!) Moonsage's comments about the Touch and Sews - especially concerning the bobbins and their tendencies. (FWFanatics digest 2/5/99). (And, by the way, I noticed the other day that JoAnn Fabrics - at least in Indianapolis) carries Touch and Sew bobbins!) Good Luck to you all - Fellow Feather - Elizabeth in Indiana ^.^.

My primary machine is a 778. It gets very heavy usage. Re bobbin issues mentioned above, I have found if I remove bobbin after winding and cut start thread to make sure it is inside plastic it works better.

Singer Golden Touch And Sew 750 Bobbin

Also bobbin area does not like lint. Every time I change bobbin I clean that area; also likes to be oiled very often especially in this South west desert. Do not over wind. Sewing Macine DR (repair shop) gave me this advise. He has not seen my machine since. Also my DH takes it apart and cleans & oils its innards.

He does maintence on all my vintage machines. Mad cow great info. Cjr, A couple questions if you don't mind. First is your machine noisy? Ours makes an electronic hum as it starts and has a rattlely vibration at different speeds.

Sounds like the motor. But I don't know.

I tried what you said after filling a bobbin, seemed to work a bit better. But as I tried to do back tacs and sometimes as I was sewing the thread would get caught twice around the bobbin carrier and jam the works up. I upped the top tension two numbers and seems to have cured that.

Have you ever had that happen to you? Basically the machine seems to be sewing good, no real problems but we have only been doing straight stitches so far. Cjr, No sooner did I post that, then it started acting up.

I read all the instructions in the manual on how to set it for the flexi-stitch cams and put the duck cam in. Beautiful patterns. Then I tried two other white cams and they would not snap on the cam drive properly. Ended up causing a big thread jam as the poor machine tried to follow a wobbling cam that suddenly popped off the shaft. Then I went back to the back ZZ cam, reset the controls and it knotted up the thread under and around the bobbin to the point the machine was totally jammed. At that point I got up and walked away from it.

My wife later cleared the thread jam and got it working, but something's not right with some of the cams. I'll get back to it some day. I've got other projects to work on first. Hey Joe, just some thoughts. perhaps the cams giving you trouble have a bad history - like someone trying them out in one of the 600 series or another cam machine so they aren't right. regarding the bobbin jams - I've noticed a couple things that triggered that (besides those discussed already). If I had short leader thread (both top and bottom) when I started sewing, it sometimes dropped into the bobbin and the first stitches became a rats nest.

Got into the habit of holding onto the thread as I started. Also found that if I didn't stop when I did the back stitch to start before I charged forward, I made another mess. As I got older and slowed down a bit, both the machine and I behave a bit better.

Not winning too many races with the car anymore either. Lastly, you probably have already checked this, but I did have to replace the bobbin holder after my daughter created a nice jam.

She got 'stuck' and yanked. I cleaned it up but still had some problems. The new holder has been working for 20 years now.

Not sure if any of this helps, but who can tell? My understanding is that model 620 and lower Touch & Sews have metal gears. New plastic gear sets are available for machines equipped with them. I like the 2 Touch & Sews I have. A 620 and a 648. The 648 needs new gears.

Plastic gears in any sewing machine can be a problem. Gears aging and becoming brittle isn't a problem that only Touch & Sews have. The 620 uses both a built-in camstack and the separate cams. They can be used together to create even more stitch patterns. The 648 is much simpler. Touch & Sews are very capable machines when set up correctly.

To me it's a requirement that you read the owner's manual before using one though. They're not as intuitive as other machines to use. 750 - Top of the Line - called Golden Touch and Sew. Has built in stitches plus many cams to do fancy stitches (uses both black cams and white 'flexi-stitch' cams.) Has rubber feed dogs. Mme3924, Our T&S is a 778. We got it in trade.

It's been updated with spiral cut gears and actually sews quite well, except for the problem of ejecting certain white cams. I've got a tip from my LSMG and as soon as I get to the machine to try it I'll report back. I sometimes think the problems with the plastic geared machines was more operator caused than the gears. Some people just tend to abuse things, or work them to death ( my wife for instance ). I wish I could find some steel gears for her 538, she'd be in heaven then.

Hi, The Singer Touch & Sew machines are great machines for general mending, and the light projects that you mentioned. This machine can be a little temperamental and you really need the machine’s manual. If you do not set it up for stitching properly, and/or you do not follow the steps as per the manual, you may just end up putting the machine in the corner.

By the way the manual for the Touch & Sew series machines is approximately 80 pages! About double of other vintage sewing machine manuals that I have seen. In my opinion, the price seems a bit on the higher end of what these machines sell for on ebay and craigslist but it really comes down to how much you are willing to spend. If I was going to pay this much for it I would expect the following to be included: manual, accessories including bobbins, the foot control, carrying case and/or table. In addition I would want the electric cord to be intact and not dried out and crumbling. The Touch & Sew machines are slant shank so if the machine comes without any accessories, a hemmer foot as an example will cost you $8.00, a foot control may cost anywhere from $25 to $85. Manuals run from $9.00 up to $30.00 and more.

The fact that the owner says that the machine has hardly been used would not be a good selling point for me. You never know if it will need servicing and in my area the running price for a technician to even take the top off of any machine is $89.00. Sure you can oil it yourself and hopefully it will run just fine. Just know that if the timing is off or the stitch cams are not producing the proper stitch or you are unable to move the reverse lever, etc. You will obviously need the assistance of your local sewing machine repair technician.

And of course, the total price paid for your machine almost doubles with the required service. If the seller is in your area, I would ask to see the machine and have them test it and show you that everything works. If it does, then this may be the machine for you! I hope this helps. I will be doing a review on my Touch & Sew 750 very soon, so check back. Hi Chaudie, many items can be found on ebay. There is a listing for a foot controller for the 750 Singer Touch & Sew but I cannot be sure it will work with your machine.

Here is a link to the listing or just type in the item number: 44 in the search box. Seems like the seller accepts returns if the item does not work on your machine. There are foot controllers for the Touch and Sew series of Singers that look very similar. Make sure you take a look at the connector and see if you need the 3 prong or 4 prong connector as I have come across machines where the connectors have been changed out.

If the ebay item does not work out, there is another website that sells them but they are pricey at $90 each, not including the shipping fee. Other accessories such as spool pins, bobbins, feet, etc. Can also be found on ebay, just do a search for Singer Touch Sew 750. I just purchased a Touch & Sew (758) at Goodwill for $6.96!!! (very odd pricing, I know). Everything works too:) I just got done sewing with it. I probably need to do the oil thing though.

It didn’t come with any accessories though. Well, it came with a carrying case and the foot control, but nothing else. I found the manual online on the singer website. You can purchase it or they have a free download if you just want the pdf.

I chose the pdf and I plan on printing it and binding it. (I have a little spiral binding machine) But if you take your copied book to kinko’s they can spiral bind it for around $6.00. (I do this with a lot of workbooks as well so they lay flat) Anyway, I’m thrilled to have found this little machine! Can you tell me the value of these three machines???

Manitou mlt 845. The Singer 5522, Singer Merritt 4528, and of course the touch & Sew 758. I have all three of these and I only want to keep one. Im leaning towards keep the 758 but just in case, can you give me a ballpark figure of the value? None of them have accessories, but 2 have cases and they all have their cord/presser foot. (And they all work great-even the lights) Thanks! Tami Fowler, Olathe KS.

I am super excited. I found the Touch & Sew Zig Zag 750 at a thrift store today. $5.00 It has the power cord and bobbin!!!

No manual, but I am printing one out right now. I found the Singer Lightweight a month ago and purchased, and haven’t even had time to take it for a spin.

But the excitement!! I purchased a treadle a few years back and am just getting started on learning that one. Any hints on getting the belt just right on the treadle? Rhonda Wade, when I bought my Featherweight, I stumbled upon a site that allowed me to print a free manual and also a manual for repairing the machine. You may google to see if you can find something as well. I have a Singer Golden Touch and Sew 750 and I did find it to be contrary but have finally got it under control. It is sewing great but you definately need the manual which I do have and woud have been lost without it.

I also have 2 401A Singer Slantomatics that I love, so easy to use and I think it is the top machines Singer ever made and since I worked at a local Singer Shop for several years all the people I had contact with agrees with me. Good luck on the timing I have that problem on a Singer 5528 and so far have not been able to fix it.

Singer Golden Touch And Sew 750 Manual

How long have you had it? When was the last time it was used?

1970 Singer Touch And Sew

Chances are it is gummed up. Take the bobbin out,& tip the machine back. Take the bottom off by removing the middle screw, then you can slide the bottom cover off. There is a hex nut & a bent plate under the bobbin, you should be able to push it up, if you can’t, you can put a couple of drops oil on the shaft just above it. I put one finger on the bent plate & one on where the bobbin goes & wiggle them up & down.

When the bobbin shaft moves free, the button will probably move OK. Good luck, post how it works out.