Sewing machines from the past and from today aren’t that different

Sewing machines have evolved very little in recent decades.

Obviously, they have changed a lot in terms of the materials used, the addition of electronic components, new options, and so on but basically the way they operate is still the same. That’s why older models have no structural weaknesses compared to the novelty of the year.

The mechanics are reliable and, at worst, easy to repair

A priori, there is no reason for a good sewing machine to stop functioning.

On top of that, if something goes wrong it’s not that hard to open the machine, have look and try to fix it. The mechanics are quite simple.So if you are able and willing to get your hands dirty, buying an old used machine and restoring it is a great way to get a better machine than anything else today (I’m exaggerating, but barely) for a fraction of the price. This is the kind of business we like!

Buying secondhand is respecting others and the planet

It’s always good to remember: buying a secondhand product is a way of:

• Not financing a company that subcontracts its production to countries where the workforce sometimes has a status closer to that of slave than worker.
• Fighting against overconsumption and the ever increasing production of waste.