1984 Vintage SINGER Hk-100 Knit Machine - Japan

Singer HK100 knitting machine is a plastic flat bed knitting machine. The needles are large and are 8 mm apart. It was released in 1983. The simplicity of this machine and its plastic bed makes me think that the target audience was hobbyists. It was an inexpensive alternative to metal-flat-bed Japanese knitting machines. The machine is very easy to setup and almost intuitive to use. It can handle thicker acrylic and cotton yarns with ease. The machine is brown with a white carriage. All components are plastic. The needle bed fits 120 needles. The tension mast is simple and attached to the carriage. The machine comes with a standard set of accessories, including cast-on combs, weights, table clamps, stitch transfer tools and a detachable row counter. By manipulating the levers on the carriage, knitters can pattern with various stitches, including slip and tuck. The handle folds for easy storage. For the needles to knit properly, the machine needs a sponge, which needs to be replaced every 6-12 months depending on use, oiling and storage. Some classify this machine as mid-gauge and some as bulky. Let me know if you're interested!