I inherited my sewing machine several years ago after my father passed away. While it was not my mother's sewing machine he loved it dearly - he called it his "button sewer". My father was a practical man, I think he bought his machine with two things in mind; one, it is a little power horse and two it can sew buttons on clothes.
To be honest I knew nothing about owning a vintage sewing machine when I brought it home. It needed so much equipment - my dad may have bought a good machine but he didn't buy any of the peripheries - it needed needles, bobbins, bobbin casings, presser feet, cams, and belts. Blarg. Imagine my surprise when I learned that finding Montgomery Ward parts was next to impossible. I was so depressed. Thank the powers that be for my local Bernina dealer "
The Sewing Palace."
Believe it or not those ladies know about more than just Bernina sewing machines - they knew that my Montgomery Ward could be repaired using Singer parts and that I could use generic manufactured class 15 metal bobbins, bobbin casings, and belts and Schmetz universal needles and that my machine would be compatible with most low shank presser feet. The only thing they couldn't help me with were cams - cams appear to be machine specific and while I have since found and purchased Montgomery Ward cams that are compatible with my machine I am curious if others will work but hesitant to spend money on them (if you know please tell me).
She sews like a dream, emitting a pleasant little whir as the motor takes on most every fabric I throw at her - including layers of denim and leather - without a stopping. Her one downfall is her satin stitch foot. It drags on the top layer of fabric causing it to pucker and create uneven stitches so I have become an addict of the walking foot I purchased for quilting. I think I will buy one of those Teflon open toed feet to see if it will fix the problem. Until I do the cams go unused - nothing can destroy a decorative stitch faster than uneven feed.
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ReplyDeleteI have photos if you would like to see the comparison of the Montgomery Ward Model J1277 cam compared to the Singer Deluxe Zig Zag Sewing 628 Touch & Sew cams which are called Top Hats. They are no where near the same size. In fact the Singer seems to be almost twice the size of the MW brand.
I can further state that the MW are different from the Singer Flat Cams because I have a machine that uses those. I have 3 Singer Machines (1 of which is the Treadle in a Tiffany Cabinet which is a Tiger-Eye grain). The others are a 328k Heavy Duty machine, 833 Stylist from 1983-4, and my digital Kenmore Computerized 19233. Lastly I have my Mothers which was first my Paternal Grandmothers Necchi BU which is a Zig Zag machine. I have the original attachment guide with an assortment of attachments in a silver square tin.
I hope this helped.
Oh thank you, I've seen pictures of the cams but not with any sort of comparison for size reference, like another type of cam, quarter or measuring device. I really appreciate the feed back.
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ReplyDeleteI also have a MW vintage sewing machine that I inherited from my aunt. I am new to sewing and am learning how to quilt. I need to find a walking foot that will fit the machine. You say in your posting that this machine is compatible with most low shank presser feet? Can you be specific. Have you fit a walking foot on your machine? If so which one. Any guidance can help this newbie out.
Thanks for the great question Patty. I've followed up with a post here
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If you have any questions about other feet or you find a free motion foot that works well please let me know.
I bought some Signature cams from Goodwill by accident(don't ask!). Now I need a Montgomery ward machine to match. I know this is not the proper order to do things, but that is the way it is. How do I go about finding a matching machine?
ReplyDeleteI know this is a very old post, but I have one of these for sale if you are interested. You can reach me by email: bjmc153@gmail.com.
DeleteI know this is a very old post, but I have one of these for sale if you are interested. You can reach me by email: bjmc153@gmail.com.
DeleteYay! I'm so glad I found your post. My mom has a MW UHT J1839 (but Google only gives me URR 1839) that I want to steal from her.
ReplyDeleteMy local Bernina shop also told me that Schmetz needles would be my best bet.
Not sure how many cams she has, but I remember them from when I was a kid. I'll have to check back in with you once I get the machine in a few months.
Hi! Just inherited the same model sewing machine from my late grandmother. Luckily most if not all the parts are there. Just wondering what year was this manufactured? How old a vintage machine do I have? Have u heard of Greister? Have two button holders by them too, one older than the other. Thx!!
ReplyDeleteI just bought this machine today. It has most of the parts, a bunch of feet that I can't figure out what they do and no manual. Does anyone on here have one. I can't even figure out how to thread it. Haha. I am used to a newer cheapo singer. I am excited to use this once I can figure a few things out.
ReplyDeleteHi all; Just got a model UHT J1277 at a yard sale, FREE. They said it needed parts they couldn't find. I reinstalled some loose parts found inside, oiled it good and it works fine.
ReplyDeleteYay I love it when things come together to get a machine sewing again! And not because it's free! -:)
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ReplyDeleteI have a MW UHT J1939 sewing machine from my boss several years ago. It looks similar to yours and I'm hoping that it will also use that same walking foot that you posted on here. I love my MW!
Joselyn (comment above). I have nearly the same sewing machine, UHT J1930. No manual! Need help getting zig zag to work. Not sure of settings. I've tried everything. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated! I got this from the thrift store and I have 7 days to return it. Hope I can figure it out prior! Thanks! Please email me at stedfast93@att.net (I check this email more often.) THANK YOU!
ReplyDeleteA number of these machines have dial up for zz. The first knob on the left is 1 thru 8 that shows the stitches. (straight and ZZ is probably #1) then the knob to the right is stich width usually 1 thru 8 or so (1 would be straight stitch, 2 and on up would be width of ZZ).
DeleteI recently purchased a sewing cabinet. In the drawer was a metal container with cams, needles, a couple of feet, misc tools, anf a manual for a 21 jewel supreme ur 787. I don't have the machine anyone need these?
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DeleteKelly my just got a new machine u r r 787 and she is dying to find some of these cams so please email me mobeycash@gmail.com and let's see if we can work something out this would be awesome thank you very much Richard
DeleteThis is a long shot but I have been looking for these cams everywhere. Do you still have them. My email is sarajeanis@me.com . I have the 21 jewel machine
DeleteI have two sets of cams for the URR 787 - 21 Jewel. It took several months to find my first set. They are rare. You might want to read my blog.
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DeleteI have a set of mystery cams that I've researched for months trying to identify ...I've spent nearly 100 hours eliminating most every brand...down to MW, Kenmore, and Nelco. Trying to rehome them to a correct machine owner instead of tossing or storing. Hollybakerryan@Gmail.com
ReplyDeleteI have a set of mystery cams that I've researched for months trying to identify ...I've spent nearly 100 hours eliminating most every brand...down to MW, Kenmore, and Nelco. Trying to rehome them to a correct machine owner instead of tossing or storing. Hollybakerryan@Gmail.com
ReplyDeleteIf could please send a picture of them to my email address at mobeycash@gmail.com it would be greatly appreciated been looking for these things for a year.also done extensive research maybe I can tell you what they go to if they don't go to hers thank you Richard
DeleteI have the manual for this machine on a pdf file if anyone needs it. Couldn't figure out why the lever to change to decorative stitching would move sometimes but not others. Read the manual and found that stitch width had to be at 0 in order to move lever. Always good to read the manual even if you've been sewing for a long time.
ReplyDeletehi abbie...i just picked up at MW UHT J1267...seems to be working, but manual would be helpful for dial/settings, etc...sherrymannix@gmail.com
Deletehi abbie...i just picked up at MW UHT J1267...seems to be working, but manual would be helpful for dial/settings, etc...sherrymannix@gmail.com
DeleteI have the same machine. I need to find the knob for the reverse . I ordered the plug for it and it works great. Hope you enjoy your machine.
DeleteHello! Do you still have the manual
DeleteFor the J1277 machine?? I would appreciate if coul send it to me, this is my email: pamepamm@hotmail.com thanks!!
Hello Abby Spector, could you possibly send me a pdf copy of the manual. Its been a long time since I have use my machine and I cannot find the zig zag stitch feature and it would be great to know what I'm doing!. soniadolan1@gmail.com Thank you so much.
DeleteI know this was years ago, but hopefully you will get this message. I wonder if I could get that manual from you, or if you think it would be helpful for me. I have UHT J 1932 model.
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I just got this machine from my uncle. Would you be willing to send me a copy of the pdf? lauriedavis10 (at) hotmail.com Thank you!
ReplyDeleteCould a singer sewing machine hook ring be used to replace the Montgomery ward uht j 1277?
ReplyDeleteLaurie davis. Were you able to download the pdf of the manual for the 276-277?
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ReplyDeleteI don't know but I do know that many singer parts will fit on the MW. Do you have a picture of the singer part that you can match to the MW part you want to replace? I Have a SiNGER 201, 301 and a 66. I could take a look at my 301 which is the only machine accessible at this time. Exactly which me part needs replacing? Can you attach a picture?
I'd love a copy of the pdf manual as well. I have this exact machine, bought the cams on ebay, but cannot figure out how to make them work. Figure the manual would hopefully help. A question: Is the zig zag cam supposed to be metal and is it permanently in the machine? If so, how do I activate it?
DeleteHi nina rao,
DeleteI sent 2 copies of the manual (back to front, front to front) but the email came back to me saying that it was undeliverable. I think I need your email address not the blogspot address. I sent this pdf out to 2 other readers. They had no problems getting it or printing it. Respond to this with your email address and I'll try again.
Abbie! I am at n.nina.r at gmail.com. Thank you! So excited about this and because I found the zig zag cam on ebay!
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ReplyDeleteLet me know if you were able to download the 2 pdfs. It may have been too big a file. Also, I am curious about these cams. My machine looks exactly the same as the one pictured. It is model 275 and I thought that the 275, 276, 277 were essentially the same machine.?
Hi Abbie, My boyfriend inherited his Grandmothers Montgomery Ward model UHT J1277, if you still have the PDF manual for this model, could you please send to my email:dawnslucky13@gmail.com
DeleteHello! Can you send me the manual for the j1277, i wpuld appreciate it. My email: pamela.zorc@gmail.com Thank you!
DeleteI am looking for a foot pedal control and cord for a Montgomery ward sewing machine model #1930 It is nothing fancy just a 1-1/8" long 3/8" deep 3/8" wide no grooves. If anybody no's where I might get one please e-mail me at mpcagney@gmail.com
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ReplyDeleteOne of my customers received this machine from his grandmother and would really appreciate the pdf of the manual. Could you please send me a copy as well. Thanks.
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Hi there, I am in need of the manual for 277A. I trash picked this machine and have no idea how to use the cams. Any info you could forward would be greatly appreciated. bclarkcaldwell@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteAnyone requesting the manual for the 275-277, please include your email address. These machines are all very similar except for the cams. My 276 has them built right into the machine but the 277, as I have learned, have the cams that you must insert into the top of the machine. Does anyone have a manual specific for working with these cams?
ReplyDeleteDoes anyone have any information on the MW 1271 sewing machine? Zig Zag flat bed, no cams. Works great but I'd like a manual so I can give it to my granddaughter.
ReplyDeleteI have a manuel. Email me at Shirkennesaw@yahoo.com
DeleteDebbie Sharpe If you get this message, email me at LLambie@aol.com. If I could see a pic of your machine, I would know if it is similar to the MW 275-277 models. They are all pretty similar. MW made a heck of a good machine back then!
ReplyDeleteI got a 1271 from a friend, an having bobbin issues. Sure it need oil. Hasn't been used in awhile any suggestions?
ReplyDeleteHello, great site, thank you, I own a MW UHT J1277 and brought it back to life! I have no idea where to find the zig zag stitch. I have no manual. If there is someone willing to send me a pdf copy I would greatly appreciate it. soniadolan1@gmail.com. There is no guide at the top of the machine for various types of stitch options. Thank you for your help
ReplyDeletea number of these machines have dial up for zz. The first knob on the left is 1 thru 8 that shows the stitches. (straight and ZZ is probably #1) then the knob to the right is stich width usually 1 thru 8 or so (1 would be straight stitch, 2 and on up would be width of ZZ).
DeleteI have a MW UHTJ1932. It came with the upper thread tension knob off in pieces. How to I reinstall this? is there a set screw to prevent it from coming off again?
ReplyDeleteThis machine was in our house when we bought it. I have been trying to use it, but it's locked up and no manual. If you wouldn't mind sending me it, that would be great! Jeralynn.lucht@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteDo you know where I can find the motor belt for my
ReplyDeleteModel UHT J1271 serial #67b 11004,manual says URR 1271, I can't find belt size or where to get it. Who makes these machines?
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I am looking for a manual for the Montgomery Ward UHT J1277, the one I just bought has none of the cams and just a zipper foot, I am hoping the buttonholer would work without a special foot/attachment? I am intending to give sewing lessons to children and can’t spend much. wildlane@lpbroadband.net (preferable email, but if it can’t be used then willielanette@gmail.com)
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ReplyDeleteHi Abbie, I've always been interested in learning to sew and was recently given a MW signature UHT J277 sewing machine. It's my first sewing machine but it didn't come with the manual. Would you mind sending it to me, my email is kampbell93@yahoo.com I would appreciate it so much, Thank you
ReplyDeleteCould you please send the 1277 manual to griffiths.michael@ymail.com
ReplyDeleteThanks! I just purchased a MW 1277 online!
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Hello....I am looking for a manual for the montgomery wards uht 7 1277. Has anyone had any luck?
ReplyDeleteCould I please get a copy of the manual you have? My newly-acquired machine is UHT J1269, but hopefully yours will be close enough to work. Email to ne25@me.com Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI’m also looking for a manual UHT J 1269. Hoping the 1277 will be close enough. Could you please send me a copy to ne25@me.com ?
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