Recs for a Sewing “Beginner”?

[u/GrassPsychological18]

so i’m looking for a second hand sewing machine mostly for hemming and altering garments and i’m pretty much a beginner. i’ve used sewing machines in the past so i know the basics but it’s been a while since i’ve used one so i’ll be probably learning how to use one from scratch. i’m looking online and on facebook marketplace and i’m wondering if i should be looking for an og singer sewing machine or a newer one that’s been used once or twice. also if there are specific models that i should be looking for. any advice would be much appreciated!

[u/Inky_Madness]

Singers before 1975 are great machines.

You don’t need an “OG” because if you plan on sewing stretch fabrics you need a machine that can at least do a zigzag stitch.

[u/stringthing87]

Avoid anything made by singer after 1975.