Singer 457 Stylist
This Singer 457 Stylist came to me as a parts machine with a broken plastic top gear. I may rebuild it at some point, but for now it’s used as a reference when answering questions.
Singer 457 Stylist Photo Gallery
Tensioner
Here’s a quick look at the tensioner laid out in order.
Plastic gears
If you have this machine already and it’s running, then go ahead and use it, but if you’re considering the purchase of a Singer 457 Stylist, I’d recommend against it due to it’s plastic top gears. Those gears can be replaced, but unless the machine is a family heirloom it’s probably not worth the trouble since you can find an all metal machine for less than the parts and labor will cost to replace the gears.
Specifications
| Bobbin | Class 66, plastic or metal |
| Hook Type | Oscillating |
| Stitch Pattern Cams | No |
| Needle Positions | Left, Center, Right |
| Stitch Types | Straight, Zig-Zag, Blind Hem |
| Construction Body | Cast Metal |
| Construction Drivetrain | Hybrid, Plastic, Metal |
| Presser Foot | Side Clamp Low Shank |
| Belts | Motor Belt Hook Timing Belt |
| Needle Type | Standard 15×1 domestic needles Can use twin needles |
| Parts Availability | Wearable Parts: Very Good Hardware Etc.: Good |
