Husqvarna Viking 19e Special Edition

[Bodgeitandscarper]

@Surest1tch I know the bobbins are different to my Pfaff, but is there a size or something to know what to buy for it?

[Surest1tch]

@Bodgeitandscarper, I honestly don't know! I tried a google search with no joy so used one of D/H's fancy measuring tools and got the exact size of the originals, all I could find were clear plastic ones 

[Bodgeitandscarper]

I'll measure mine and have a look, I only have two clear plastic ones - do you remember where you got yours from? @Surest1tch

[DrMike]

A very nice sewing machine.
Husqvarna sewing machines were produced in a region of Sweden that at the time was known for its furniture industry. Not surprisingly local industry produced sewing tables for the Husqvarna 19/20/21-series. Here is one quite nice example.
 
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[Ouryve]

That's rather neat but if the machine is as heavy as it looks, it would take some muscle to get it in and out if the cupboard!

[DrMike]

I have one of that model and think it's fabulous, the only drawback is I can't find metal spools which I prefer for it so have to make do with plastic ones.

You can purchase metal spools from Sweden. Here is a source:

https://butik.e-slojd.se/symaskinsdelar/sok-pa-marken/husqvarna-viking/spolar-bobbins/spole-husqvarna-metall-10-pack/

 (10 spools for 120 SEK ≈ £10)

I suggest you email them or give them a call. Most likely the will be able to  to sell to the U.K.

Email: eslojd18@gmail.com
Phone: +46-706269125

BTW, here is a manual for the 21E which is very similar to the 19E:
Husqvarna 21E pdf manual

/Michael

[Surest1tch]

Thanks for that @DrMike, I'll look into those spools. The machine actually came with the original manuals, 2 actually but ones in German, thankfully the others in English.

[Bodgeitandscarper]

Thanks from me too for the info, @DrMike .

@Ouryve it's not as heavy as it looks.

[keepitsimple]

I have one of that model and think it's fabulous, the only drawback is I can't find metal spools which I prefer for it so have to make do with plastic ones.

I bought some standard metal "Class L" bobbins that fit and work perfectly. They also hold more thread than the plastic ones as the metal sides aren't as thick as the plastic ones so there's more space inside. They do fit a bit tighter on the bobbin winder shaft than the plastic ones but not so much that it is a problem.
From ebay (in china) about £8 for 25 bobbins if I remember right.

[Surest1tch]

Thanks for that @keepitsimple. They are really cheap, are we still allowed to import stuff without massive import charges now we're out of the EU?

[Acorn]

As they're coming from China I don't suppose the EU has anything to do with it!

[keepitsimple]

Anything on ebay that comes from outside the UK will either have VAT already added into the price you see upfront, or it will say "plus VAT" in the listing. Same on Amazon I think.
Anyway, you won't have anything to pay when it arrives. If you prefer you can probably get class L bobbins in the UK from the likes of Tysew etc.. They are a very standard bobbin.

[annieeg]

I have been using a class 21 for a while which has been on loan from a friend.  I now have to return this  so I've been looking to buy one.  I found a Husqvarna Viking class 20 but cannot find any information on it.  Does anyone know about this model?
TIA
Annie

[keepitsimple]

I don't think the 20 is that common. Basic straight stitch and zig-zag only. Looks very similar in construction and controls to the 19/21 but I think has a lever control for the stitch length not a rotary knob.

They had an earlier method of engaging the low gear which involved unscrewing a knob on the machine, removing it and pushing it onto the bobbin winder As I understand it, was a bit troublesome (and the knobs get lost).

(Info from the Viking-Husqvarna sewing machines pre-1980 blog/group.)

Gallery of huqvarna mechanical machines for those who are addicted to them. Think the 20 is in there somewhere, but the 19e Special edition is missing.

http://symaskinsgalleri.therealviking.com/#!album-11-1

[lfdubois]

Hi! I've just acquired a Viking 19E which is stuck in reverse. I've heated and oiled the button from the back and can't get it to release from being pushed in. The button is actually slightly wobbly but seems to be stuck in the lowered position. What other bits of research did you find to help you with the reverse button on your machine? Would love to know what else I can do to get this back to sewing forward! Thanks!