This is a genuine vintage Singer Straight Stitch Needle Plate (also known as a throat plate or feed dog cover plate) - original Singer Part #105267 (SIMANCO 105267) in excellent condition, not a reproduction. This plate is used to replace the standard wide zigzag needle plate on compatible machines for specific precision sewing tasks.

Features and Compatibility

• Original Singer Part #105267 - Authentic SIMANCO quality (marked as Simanco 105267)
• Condition: Vintage, excellent condition
• Single Needle Hole: Features a small, round needle hole designed specifically for straight-stitch sewing. The narrow opening provides essential support for the fabric right at the point where the needle enters
• Prevents Puckering: Prevents lightweight, delicate, or fine fabrics from being pushed down into the machine, eliminating puckering and ensuring a perfectly straight seam
• Seam Allowance Markings: Often includes graduated seam allowance markings etched onto the plate surface to help guide precise measurements while sewing
• Compatibility: Genuine vintage SIMANCO part designed for specific low-shank Singer zigzag machines, including:
  • Singer Model 206
  • Singer Model 306
  • Singer Model 319

Function

This plate is optimized for delicate work, piecing, or any task requiring high precision straight stitching. Perfect for:

• Delicate fabrics - silk, chiffon, fine cottons, lightweight materials
• Precision piecing - quilting and patchwork
• Fine seams - preventing fabric from being pushed into needle plate hole
• Professional finishing - eliminating puckering on lightweight fabrics

How to Use the Straight Stitch Needle Plate

The plate itself is a machine component rather than a foot (presser foot), but its use changes how a standard presser foot interacts with the fabric.

1. Safety First: Before installing, ensure your sewing machine is set to straight stitch only and the needle is centered. IMPORTANT: Attempting a zigzag stitch with this single-hole plate installed will cause the needle to hit the plate and likely break
2. Install the Plate: Replace your machine's standard zigzag needle plate with the #105267 plate. It usually clips or screws into place, depending on the specific model variation
3. Attach the Correct Foot: For optimal results, use this plate in conjunction with a matching straight stitch presser foot (e.g., Singer Part #105248 or 45321), which also has a small needle hole. Using a standard all-purpose foot with a wide opening can still allow some fabric movement
4. Sew: The machine is now optimized for delicate work, piecing, or any task requiring high precision straight stitching

Add authentic Singer SIMANCO quality to your vintage zigzag machine. This genuine straight stitch needle plate delivers the precision and durability you expect from original Singer accessories. Perfect for professional sewing on delicate fabrics, precision piecing, quilting, and fine garment construction.

Order your genuine vintage Singer Straight Stitch Needle Plate #105267 from Central Michigan Sewing Supplies today.