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Vintage Singer Buttonholer Attachment, model No. 489500 / 489510, designed for Singer slant-needle sewing machines. This is a classic mid-century Singer accessory, complete with its original red hard case and instruction manual (copyright 1960).
The buttonholer appears complete with the main attachment and multiple buttonhole templates/cams as shown. This attachment was made to produce consistent straight and keyhole buttonholes automatically, a highly sought-after tool for vintage sewing enthusiasts and restorers.
Details:
Brand: Singer
Model: Buttonholer No. 489500 / 489510
Era: Circa 1960
Compatibility: Singer slant-needle machines
Includes:
Buttonholer attachment
Original red plastic case
Instruction manual
Buttonhole templates/cams (see photos)
Condition:
Vintage condition with age-appropriate wear
Case shows cosmetic wear
Manual intact with toning
Untested due to age (sold as-is)
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