{"product_id":"original-singer-slotted-binder-slant-needle-part-161420","title":"Original Singer Slotted Binder - Slant Needle - Part # 161420","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOriginal Singer Slotted Binder - Slant Needle - Part # 161420\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal Singer slotted binder attachment for slant needle sewing machines. This specialized presser foot attachment allows you to apply bias binding to fabric edges in a single operation - both edges of the binding are stitched neatly and evenly in place without pinning or basting. Part #161420 is the zigzag-capable version designed specifically for Singer's iconic slant needle models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat It Does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe slotted binder is a time-saving attachment that transforms bias binding application from a tedious multi-step process into a quick, professional single-pass operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Bias Binding in One Pass:\u003c\/strong\u003e The binder guides bias tape through a slot, folds both edges around the fabric edge, and positions everything perfectly under the needle. As you sew, both edges of the binding are stitched down simultaneously with even, close-to-the-edge stitching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorks with Commercial or Homemade Binding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use store-bought pre-folded bias tape or binding you cut yourself from coordinating fabrics. The slotted design accommodates standard bias binding widths and guides the material smoothly as you sew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEliminates Pinning and Basting:\u003c\/strong\u003e No more tedious hand-basting or pin-wrestling. The binder automatically folds the bias tape around the raw fabric edge and holds the binding in position mechanically, freeing both hands to guide the fabric smoothly through the machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finishing quilt edges, binding necklines and armholes on garments, finishing raw edges on placemats and napkins, creating professional-looking hems on curved edges, and any project where you want a clean, bound finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSlant Needle Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the slant needle version of the slotted binder, designed specifically for Singer's revolutionary slant needle machines from the 1950s through the 1990s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSlant Shank Attachment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features the unique slant shank design that mounts at an angle to match the slant needle mechanism. This attachment will NOT fit standard low shank, high shank, or other presser foot systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZigzag Capable (Part #161420):\u003c\/strong\u003e This is the zigzag-compatible version with an elongated needle hole, allowing you to use both straight stitch and zigzag stitching while applying binding. The slotted design provides clearance for the needle's side-to-side motion, making it suitable for decorative stitches as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility - Slant Needle Models\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis slotted binder fits Singer slant needle (slant shank) sewing machines, including:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e300 Series Slant Needle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSinger 301, 301A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e400 Series Slant Needle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSinger 401, 401A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSinger 403, 403A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSinger 404\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSinger 411\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSinger 431, 431G\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e500 Series Slant Needle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSinger 500, 500A (Rocketeer)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSinger 503, 503A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e600 Series Touch-N-Sew (Slant Needle):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSinger 600, 600E\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSinger 603, 603E\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSinger 604\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e700 Series Touch-N-Sew (Slant Needle):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSinger 714, 717, 719\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSinger 724, 734\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSinger 737\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSinger 750, 755, 756, 758\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSinger 774, 775, 776, 778\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e900 Series Slant Needle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSinger 935\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1000 Series Slant Needle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSinger 1030\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSinger 1036\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModern Slant Needle Models:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSinger Athena 2000\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSinger 2010 Futura\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSinger 9000-series Touchtronic models (slant needle versions)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e This attachment ONLY fits slant needle Singer machines. It will not fit low shank, high shank, or other presser foot systems. If your Singer has a vertical (straight) needle bar, this attachment will not fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Identify a Slant Needle Machine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure if you have a slant needle Singer? Here's how to tell:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeedle Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e The needle bar is angled (slanted) from left to right, not vertical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePresser Foot Shank:\u003c\/strong\u003e The presser foot shank is angled to match the needle slant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel Numbers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Most slant needle Singers are in the 300, 400, 500, 600, 700, or 900 series, plus some modern models like Athena 2000 and Futura 2010\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slant needle machines were produced from the 1950s through the 1990s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe slotted binder attaches to your slant needle machine's presser bar using the standard slant shank attachment method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the current presser foot and shank from your machine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlide the slotted binder's shank onto the presser bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure with the thumbscrew\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThread your machine normally\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsing the Binder:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed bias binding through the slot in the attachment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition the fabric edge between the folded binding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower the presser foot and begin sewing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuide the fabric gently as the binder folds and positions the binding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoth edges of the binding are stitched in one pass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips for Best Results:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a medium stitch length (2.5-3.0mm) for most binding applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSew slowly at first until you get a feel for guiding the fabric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep gentle tension on the binding as it feeds through the slot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor curves, sew slowly and guide the fabric carefully to maintain even binding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest on scrap fabric first to adjust tension and stitch settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe elongated needle hole allows you to use zigzag or decorative stitches for added visual interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Slant Needle Machines?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSinger's slant needle design was revolutionary when introduced in the 1950s. The angled needle position provided better visibility of the stitching area and reduced fabric distortion. These machines remain popular with sewists today for their smooth operation, reliable mechanics, and the quality of their stitching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal Singer attachments like this slotted binder were engineered specifically for the slant needle system and deliver professional results that generic modern attachments often can't match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Singer Manufacturing Company (SIMANCO)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 161420\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slotted binder attachment (zigzag capable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShank Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slant needle shank (slant shank)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeedle Hole:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elongated for straight stitch and zigzag operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1950s-1990s production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Applies bias binding in single operation, automatically folds both edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Singer slant needle models only (300, 400, 500, 600, 700, 900, 1000 series, plus Athena 2000, Futura 2010, 9000-series Touchtronic)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metal construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 0.7 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: This is an original Singer part, not a reproduction or aftermarket replacement.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd professional bias binding capability to your vintage Singer slant needle machine with this original slotted binder attachment!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CMSS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39824587096162,"sku":"VO477","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/4681\/files\/IMG_7480-PhotoRoom.jpg?v=1759439815","url":"https:\/\/www.vintagesingerparts.com\/en-nz\/products\/original-singer-slotted-binder-slant-needle-part-161420","provider":"Central Michigan Sewing Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}