{"product_id":"original-singer-metal-lamp-shade-spotlight-body-nickel-plated-electric-light-housing-only","title":"Original Singer Metal Lamp Shade (Spotlight Body) – Nickel-Plated Electric Light Housing Only","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Singer Spotlight Body for Early Singer Electric Light Attachments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an original vintage Singer nickel-plated Spotlight Body (commonly called the metal lamp shade) used on early Singer electric Spotlight assemblies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough collectors often refer to this part as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elamp shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Singer's own parts books identify it as the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpotlight Body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making this the correct historical name for the component.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginally used as part of Singer's early machine-mounted electric lighting system, these Spotlight assemblies directed light onto the needle and sewing area while helping reduce eye strain. Singer marketed these lights as part of its transition from treadle machines to electrically powered home sewing machines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe polished nickel-plated steel construction and stamped SINGER make these one of the most recognizable vintage Singer accessories.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Genuine original Singer part\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Original nickel-plated finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Stamped SINGER \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Early Spotlight Body design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Vintage steel construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Ideal for restoration projects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Background\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSinger introduced electric lighting as part of its early electrification program. While collectors commonly call these pieces \"lamp shades,\" Singer's official parts books identify the shell as the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpotlight Body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Spotlight system consisted of two body halves, a clear glass lens, lamp socket, switch components, mounting bracket, and hardware. This Spotlight Body formed one half of that complete assembly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese lights helped focus illumination directly onto the needle area, improving visibility for sewing while reducing eye strain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginally associated with early Singer Spotlight assemblies used on machines including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Singer 66-18\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Singer 66-24\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Closely related Spotlight assemblies used on Singer 99-24 models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatibility should always be verified by comparing your existing Spotlight assembly before ordering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an original vintage Singer Spotlight Body. Because these are genuine vintage parts, normal signs of age, light scratches, or minor wear may be present. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Buy from Central Michigan Sewing Supplies?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt Central Michigan Sewing Supplies, we specialize in genuine vintage Singer sewing machine parts. Every original part is carefully inspected and accurately identified using original Singer documentation whenever possible, helping collectors and restorers keep these classic machines operating for generations to come.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CMSS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40450980577378,"sku":"VO673","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/4681\/files\/IMG_9334-Photoroom_49a6e288-9866-4cd9-af6c-5aefd85f3b64.jpg?v=1743519534","url":"https:\/\/www.vintagesingerparts.com\/en-nz\/products\/original-singer-metal-lamp-shade-spotlight-body-nickel-plated-electric-light-housing-only","provider":"Central Michigan Sewing Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}