The Kenmore 1914 was manufactured from 1975 to 1977 in Japan by the Jaguar/Maruzen companies for Sears and sold under their Kenmore brand. The model consists of three very similar model variants, 158.19140, 158.19141, and 158.19142 .

The Kenmore 1914 is known for it’s strong 1.2A motor, all metal drive train, and 2 belt reduction drive giving it exceptional penetration power at the needle.

Kenmore 158.19140

The machine above is the Kenmore 1914 variant 158.19140. You can spot this variant because of the bed release button at the bottom front of the bed extension, and the “Sears Kenmore” name plate on the front of the machine.

The variants of the Kenmore 1914, model numbers 158.19140 and 158.19141 use the bed extension with the bed release button at the bottom front of the bed. The bed extension front/top cover can also be removed allowing access to the bobbin case and bobbin on all three 1914 variants.

Kenmore 158.19141

I don’t have a Kenmore 158.19141 to photograph, but you can spot this variant because of the bed release button at the bottom front of the bed extension, and the “Sears * Best Kenmore” name plate on the front of the machine. The 158.19141 variant shares the bed release button at the bottom front of the bed with the 158.19140.

Kenmore 158.19142

The machine above is a Kenmore 158.19142. You can spot this variation because of the bed release button at the rear of the machine at the top of the bed, and the name plate on the front of the machine that simply says “Kenmore”.

The variant of the Kenmore 1914, model number 158.19142 uses the bed extension with the bed release button at the rear of the machine at the top of the bed.

Convertible free arm

The Kenmore 1914 provides a long slender free arm for your cuff and sleeve work.

Bed extensions

The bed extensions for the 158.19140 and 158.19142 are different and not interchangeable. I don’t have a 158.19141, but since it uses the same button to remove it as the 158.19140, I believe they are probably compatible parts.

Under the covers

As mentioned earlier, the Kenmore model 1914 is an all metal drive train machine.

Kenmore Pattern Cams

The Kenmore 1914 came with a Story Book of “Pattern Cams” that included 30 different basic, stretch, and decorative stitch cams. I’m not sure, but I think this came standard with the machine.

Kenmore Accessories and Buttonholer

The Kenmore 1914 was also offered with a Story Book of “Accessories and Buttonholer” that included 5 different buttonhole templates, and each template included between 4 and 5 buttonhole designs.

The “Accessories and Buttonholer” also included a chain stitch kit and “Q” foot for sewing knit fabrics.

Kenmore Monogrammer and Templates

The “Monogrammer and Templates” story book included an oval hoop monogrammer and 26 monogram templates. One template for each letter of the alphabet, two sizes per template and all patterns are in uppercase format. The “Monogrammer and Templates” kit requires the bed extension insert from the “Accessories and Buttonholer” kit.

Learn more about the Kenmore 1914 Sewing Machines

Specifications

Brand	Kenmore
Model	Kenmore 1914 Models 158.19140, 158.19141, 158.19142
Manufactured By	Jaguar/Maruzen
Made In	Japan
Years Produced	1975 – 1977
Hook Type	Oscillating
Bobbin	Class 15
Bobbin Case	Class 15, “1 o’clock” position finger
Needle System	15×1
Foot Type	Super High Shank
Construction	Mostly metal
Construction Drivetrain	All Metal