Vintage Singer 160506 Buttonholer Sewing Machine Attachment Case & Manual
Singer
Model 160506 Buttonholer Sewing Machine Attachment
Vintage Mechanical Accessory, Circa 1948
This vintage Singer buttonholer attachment is a testament to the precision engineering of mid-century sewing accessories. Designed to fit a variety of Singer sewing machines, this mechanical attachment automated the complex process of creating consistent buttonholes. The robust construction and inclusion of specific templates allowed home sewists to achieve professional-level results with mechanical reliability.
• Model No. 160506 stamped on base plate and instruction manual
• Includes five interchangeable buttonhole templates for varying sizes
• Housed in original green textured carrying case with embossed Singer branding
• Complete with original printed instruction manual (Form 20409, dated 10-48)
Condition: Good vintage condition with signs of age-appropriate use. The black enamel finish on the attachment shows surface scratching and minor paint loss on edges. Metal components show light surface wear but no active corrosion or structural damage. The instruction manual has creases, stains, and wear consistent with its age. This item has not been tested and is sold with no guarantees.