tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20350253.post2064494837692569822..comments2024-03-29T07:10:58.200-04:00Comments on Stitches and Seams: Review: Viking 6010 Sewing MachineDebbie Cookhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03601675304884019607noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20350253.post-54768061846209522712020-10-14T15:10:57.326-04:002020-10-14T15:10:57.326-04:00Galigaze aka Wynn. In case you don’t know already,...Galigaze aka Wynn. In case you don’t know already, most often, when you don’t use the machine, the oil hardens into a lacquer/ glue. I bought my Viking 6020 new in 1970. I still love it as much as the day I bought it. It is worth the money to repair, not only in my opinion, but that if the gentleman who repaired it. Berninas get all the hoopla, but I will take my Viking, thank you. Nanettehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00539540908845305675noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20350253.post-54145869875124739252020-09-18T00:05:23.737-04:002020-09-18T00:05:23.737-04:00Doesn't look like anyone is manning this blog ...Doesn't look like anyone is manning this blog any more. I have my grandmothers 6020 bought in 1971 in Hammond Indiana. The knobs have seized up after non-use and it's expensive in 2020 to have the whole thing re-oiled and fixed ($270). You can google manuals from such places as the manuals library: https://www.manualslib.com/products/Husqvarna-6020-8886589.html Hope this helps someone. WynnGaligazehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06630397074075859645noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20350253.post-20000408627684448982019-11-27T00:33:26.209-05:002019-11-27T00:33:26.209-05:00I just acquired a 6010 and am kind of smitten. I ...I just acquired a 6010 and am kind of smitten. I need information on the cams. Mine did not come with it and I want to make sure to source ones that will actually fit. Kindly advise. Thank-you!<br />InezSewshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17793466061282261135noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20350253.post-23587364651806023062019-09-10T20:53:52.787-04:002019-09-10T20:53:52.787-04:00Great information on these old Vikings. I just pic...Great information on these old Vikings. I just picked up a 6010. It doesn't have a manual. It was working ok with my limited ability. But it started locking up. I'm looking for the manual to figure out how to clean and lube the machine. So if anyone will share the manual that would be great.<br />rvangel4952@gmail.com <br /><br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10123759917405129940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20350253.post-37227167614006905972019-02-05T13:48:39.393-05:002019-02-05T13:48:39.393-05:00Thank you all for the input & information. Mos...Thank you all for the input & information. Most helpful. Actually, never knew had such a fantastic GREAT workhorse sewing machine, 2000 6010, bought 1975, - a treasure strong indeed - 44 years with me - never NOT worked until NOW, and I know WHAT I did wrong; (did not sew for a while - has never happened before - it jammed a bit.) ..... - but as is: I will fix this myself now. It will be fine. micanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20350253.post-66886531300151264542018-10-21T17:05:50.815-04:002018-10-21T17:05:50.815-04:00I want a 6010 or 6020 Viking sewing machine that w...I want a 6010 or 6020 Viking sewing machine that works well if anyone would be interested in selling it to me.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11856357478777232912noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20350253.post-21912454866516240332018-01-03T09:54:08.702-05:002018-01-03T09:54:08.702-05:00Would love a pdf of manual (have a 6010 But will t...Would love a pdf of manual (have a 6010 But will take a 6020) Anyone can help? Send to thecommoneers@gmail.com thx!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02726648614469978003noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20350253.post-85386162735130607262017-09-17T13:16:06.305-04:002017-09-17T13:16:06.305-04:00Fantastic write up on the 6000 series, I have a 60...Fantastic write up on the 6000 series, I have a 6030, bought at a yard sale, the only real problem I have had is the piece that holds the cam cracked. because of this the stitches don't work correctly but the replacement part is available but costly. I have sometimes have trouble when making button holes, on the #3 side, the needle hits the face plate, <br />I know there is an adjustment just can't remember where I read it.<br />Does anyone know how to adjust the width of the zigzag?<br />thanksAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17180036541484677352noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20350253.post-21826442143257247892017-07-17T20:50:38.667-04:002017-07-17T20:50:38.667-04:00I have a Viking 6000 to sell. Any suggestions as ...I have a Viking 6000 to sell. Any suggestions as to the best way to do that? eBay? Craig's List? Thank you!Elainehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05674309322928135646noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20350253.post-61649130850575356652017-04-03T00:25:02.576-04:002017-04-03T00:25:02.576-04:00Great info! Does this model include a blanket stit...Great info! Does this model include a blanket stitch? I have a collection of vintage sewing machines but none of them can do a blanket stitch for applique. Thank you so much! Carrie Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13040106656318637678noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20350253.post-76566016631218924802017-04-02T01:55:42.878-04:002017-04-02T01:55:42.878-04:00I have two of the 6020 machines--they are workhors...I have two of the 6020 machines--they are workhorses. I have made a ton of stuff with them, which includes canvas items for deck, historic costumes, repair of jeans and hunting clothing (barbed wire) and shirts (fly fishing tears) using 3-step zigzag which is a godsend, clothing items, aprons, sleeping bag repairs, drapery, upholstery, lingeré, baby clothes. <br /><br />Two negatives: 1) If the paper case falls over in the back of a station wagon, the "goose neck" piece that goes up and down above the needle can get broken--there isn't a lot of padding in the box 2) this is one heavy sucker so if you have trouble lifting, buy a Singer Featherweight instead. The bobbin holder part of the accessory case is usually broken in the ones I've seen, including mine. <br /><br />Be sure to clean out the bobbin area from lint every so often. Oil it lightly once in a while. <br /><br />Singer short-shank feet and attachments will work on it, including the green-box buttonholer, which will give you a keyhole shaped buttonhole. <br /><br />The purple marking on my knobs has faded so badly that it is hard to know what color it is. <br /><br />I have bought replacement cams and some cams I never had from EBay. Also the little table piece. <br /><br />Repair can be pricey and you might not be able to find a good repair person locally, There is an online group for older Viking Husqvarnas and they have a list of repair persons that posters have recommended. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20350253.post-73423027520847058612016-07-04T17:18:16.663-04:002016-07-04T17:18:16.663-04:00Hi, Grace, do u have the manual, I just got the 6...Hi, Grace, do u have the manual, I just got the 6020, without the manual, and I wonder if you could give me a copy of it, please, my email is jagevevarom@yahoo.com , thanks<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00844067565350687223noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20350253.post-39939940034124856412015-03-01T17:07:09.802-05:002015-03-01T17:07:09.802-05:00Melissa or anyone out there, I just bought a 6020 ...Melissa or anyone out there, I just bought a 6020 Viking and need the manual. It had a lot with it but not that ...Hope someone can send a PDF or a scan copy?? Kathy<br />Rockester @ charter.net with no spaces, THANKS!Nana Bluebird aka Kathy Ahohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07172527834157902306noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20350253.post-50233245803914157122013-10-05T22:27:40.861-04:002013-10-05T22:27:40.861-04:00I just purchased a Viking Husqvarna 6020 at the Sa...I just purchased a Viking Husqvarna 6020 at the Salvation Army for $15.99. It has all of the original attachment feet, accessories, manual, extension table, carrying case, and cams A B C & D. When I got it home I discovered that the cam stack is broken and took it to a local Viking Husqvarna dealer/repair center and the repairs will cost about $250. I don't mind paying the price though because it is an excellent machine and will receive lots of love from me. Of course, I have 18 other sewing machines, mostly vintage, that I wont go into detail and list here. Suffice it to say that I'm an avid collector of sewing machines, both old and new. melissa25125https://www.blogger.com/profile/05019280003618794620noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20350253.post-1795858590947398742013-03-15T19:09:48.913-04:002013-03-15T19:09:48.913-04:00Thanks for this. Funny, I'll bet when you wrot...Thanks for this. Funny, I'll bet when you wrote this 3 years ago or so you didn't think it would keep having people come back to it. I have just borrowed my Mom's machine (mine is going to the shop) but I am finding I need a manual. Thanks for the information though!CaroleMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02464056370379774116noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20350253.post-28251144375605599802013-03-02T11:40:12.124-05:002013-03-02T11:40:12.124-05:00I have an original Viking 6460 from 1977. It has ...I have an original Viking 6460 from 1977. It has gotten a ton of use, I made a lot of money as a SAH mom in the '80s. I haven't needed to do all that much sewing in the past 15 years, but the bug is hitting again. This time I'd like to get into more decorative things, actually use some of the functions on my machine I never had time for before.<br /><br />I don't want any of these modern machines, I love my Viking! I've mostly only sewn garments (from baby clothes to wedding party gowns) and a few household drapes, tablecloths, etc. Now I want to get a bit more upfront and personal with all my decorative cams. I so enjoyed your "vintage" take on what was so modern to me, lol.<br /><br />PS: While my girls could have learned how to sew on a Viking, neither one would touch it. Why should they, they had Mom!Alpine Queenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05886625200401094991noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20350253.post-54033679413067197392013-01-26T08:13:25.757-05:002013-01-26T08:13:25.757-05:00hello to my fellow vikingettes. i too have a 6010....hello to my fellow vikingettes. i too have a 6010. shes a good old gal but her reverse stitch button has been sticking and is at the present time stuck in reverse. i was thinking a shot of oil might help. any suggestions on how to remedy my situation would be greatly appreciated. thank you very much Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15566230107735259506noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20350253.post-85676223637025491802013-01-26T08:04:34.980-05:002013-01-26T08:04:34.980-05:00hello vikingettes, i too have a 6010. shes been pa...hello vikingettes, i too have a 6010. shes been part of the family since the seventies. lately her reverse stitch button has been getting stuck and i cant get it to pop back out. does she need a shot of oil to release that button? any suggestions would be appreciated. thank you and i am so happy i found you Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15566230107735259506noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20350253.post-79383343356010254112013-01-01T02:03:27.560-05:002013-01-01T02:03:27.560-05:00I have my mother's 6010 & all it's acc...I have my mother's 6010 & all it's accessories and book, but I've ignored the machine. My mom was the original owner and didn't put much wear on it. I'm beginning to better appreciate the older machines, and found your post. You've inspired me to bring the Viking out and get to know her!Louisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10194723727404273933noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20350253.post-68533641304457251962013-01-01T02:02:48.377-05:002013-01-01T02:02:48.377-05:00I have a 6010 which was my mom's. It has all t...I have a 6010 which was my mom's. It has all the cams, book, etc., but I have ignored it too much. I'm starting to better appreciate vintage machines now. Your post, which I found through a google search, has inspired me to bring out the Viking and get to know her! Thank you.Louisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10194723727404273933noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20350253.post-71651928089927970942013-01-01T02:00:13.594-05:002013-01-01T02:00:13.594-05:00I have my mother's 6010 & all it's acc...I have my mother's 6010 & all it's accessories and book, but I've ignored the machine. My mom was the original owner and didn't put much wear on it. I'm beginning to better appreciate the older machines, and found your post. You've inspired me to bring the Viking out and get to know her!Louisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10194723727404273933noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20350253.post-89136603071963472052012-12-30T00:49:09.567-05:002012-12-30T00:49:09.567-05:00Wow! You really know your Vikings. I am crazy abou...Wow! You really know your Vikings. I am crazy about sewing machines, the way may husband is about cars. I have a brand new Janome, which I love, but it doesn't have a needle down option. I do alot of free motion quilting. I also have a vintage White 77 series, that does straight stitch only. I would love to get my hands on a Bernina 1130 or 1230, but I don't have upwards of $400 laying around. I see alot of reasonably priced Vikings and I'm leaning in that direction. Thanks for the info.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06859863110782297167noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20350253.post-73996378573388564252012-05-08T15:29:57.918-04:002012-05-08T15:29:57.918-04:00I got one of these machines at an estate sale for ...I got one of these machines at an estate sale for $5 and have had it for two years. My husband and I did some research and learned how to recondition it. I think it's a gem. It's much more powerful than my featherweight, and it's my only machine that does ZZ and 3ZZ. I'm a little scared of it because it feels kind of like operating a battleship, but we're starting to make friends. I got lucky, too. Mine came with a vintage monogrammer the original owner bought when she purchased the machine. I'm having so much fun with that silly thing!LittleReecehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04357987136680699613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20350253.post-62125184604297982012011-12-20T23:16:23.167-05:002011-12-20T23:16:23.167-05:00I don't have much experience sewing... but I l...I don't have much experience sewing... but I like to do simple repairs or projects. I have stumbled on a viking 6010 and thought it looked like the kind of machine that would work well...!?!? I like their chain saws (husqvarna).... so what the heck. I am looking for any imput as to the usefulness, reliability, and value anyone is willing to share. Thank you!largeboynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20350253.post-51221732987757843542011-03-15T22:50:53.059-04:002011-03-15T22:50:53.059-04:00Excellent Review! I just bought a 6360 and I LOVE ...Excellent Review! I just bought a 6360 and I LOVE it!<br />I was wondering if you have a pdf. version on the manual? I am a novice sewer and mine did not come with the excellent manual you speak of. I would love to get my hands on a copy of something that would help me figure out all the fun things this machine has to offer.Jamiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07671869285883883290noreply@blogger.com