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PFAFF® select™ 4.2 Sewing Machine

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$999.00

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Enjoy unwavering versatility and ease with the Original IDT™ and Easy Select™ systems, plus an integrated needle threader and more. Get started with 18 complimentary accessories listed in What's Included below.
Additional Features

  • Original IDT™ System
  • Select a stitch with the press of a button
  • Integrated needle threader
  • Adjustable needle positions
  • Bobbin winding from the needle
  • Sew at full or half speed

Details

Unwavering Versatility And Ease 
Enjoy all the convenience of modern technology plus a few extras that will make your sewing even more fun and creative. Explore the possibilities.

 

The Original IDT™ System
Integrated Dual Feed only from PFAFF®, precisely feeds all types of fabric from the top and bottom for perfect stitching every time.

 

Easy select™ System
Quickly choose a stitch with the press of a button. You can even combine them for more variety.

 

Integrated Needle Threader
Makes threading the needle fast and easy.

 

Constant Needle Piercing Power
Gives stitch by stitch control and full piercing power at any speed.

 

LED Lights
Optimized bright lights illuminate the entire work area with no shadows.

 

Adjustable Needle Positions
Control the position of your needle for exact placement of your straight stitch.

 

Bobbin Winding from Needle
No need to unthread your machine! Wind bobbins directly from the needle. Stops automatically when bobbin is full.

 

Sew Slow
Choose full or half speed with the slider on the foot pedal for more control.

 

Adjustable Stitch Width
Vary the stitch width to what's best for your project. Great for decorative techniques like appliqué or tapering.

Specifications

# Stitches

40

Max Stitch Width

5.5mm

Max Stitch Length

6 mm

Sewing Space (Needle to Tower)

6.8" (173 mm)

Needle Threader

Built-In

Thread Cutter

Manual

Speed Control

Mechanical

Max Sewing Speed

900 stitches/min

IDT™ System

Original

Thread Tension

Manual

Weight

24.25 lbs. (11 kg)

# Included Accessories

19

What's Included

Included Accessories:

  • Standard Presser Foot with IDT™ system
  • Fancy Stitch Foot with IDT™ system
  • Clearview Foot
  • Blindhem/Overlock Foot with IDT™ system
  • Zipper Foot with IDT™ system
  • Buttonhole Foot
  • Darning Foot
  • Rolled Hem Foot, 3mm with IDT™ system
  • Edge Guide/Quilting Guide
  • Felt pad
  • Spool caps, small/medium/large
  • Needles
  • Extra spool pin
  • Seam ripper
  • Brush
  • Bobbins
  • Foot Control
  • Power Cord

The Original IDT™ System

Integrated Dual Feed only from PFAFF®, precisely feeds all types of fabric from the top and bottom for perfect stitching every time.

The Original IDT™ System

Easy select™ System

Quickly choose a stitch with the press of a button. You can even combine them for more variety.

Easy select™ System

Integrated Needle Threader

Makes threading the needle fast and easy.

Integrated Needle Threader
Constant Needle Piercing Power
Constant Needle Piercing Power

Gives stitch by stitch control and full piercing power at any speed.

LED Lights
LED Lights

Optimized bright lights illuminate the entire work area with no shadows.

Adjustable Needle Positions
Adjustable Needle Positions

Control the position of your needle for exact placement of your straight stitch.

Bobbin Winding from Needle
Bobbin Winding from Needle

No need to unthread your machine! Wind bobbins directly from the needle. Stops automatically when bobbin is full.

Sew Slow
Sew Slow

Choose full or half speed with the slider on the foot pedal for more control.

Adjustable Stitch Width
Adjustable Stitch Width

Vary the stitch width to what's best for your project. Great for decorative techniques like appliqué or tapering.

Frequently Asked Questions - PFAFF select 4.2 Sewing Machine

The Original IDT™ System (Integrated Dual Feed) is a hallmark of PFAFF, guaranteeing absolutely even fabric feed from both the top and bottom, which is perfect for quilting and sewing tricky fabrics.

The select 4.2 is a high-quality mechanical sewing machine, celebrated for its durability, precision, and user-friendly Easy Select System for choosing stitches.

This model features the convenient Easy Select System—simply press a button to choose your stitch, and it's ready to go without any complex adjustments.

With its robust build and precision stitching, the select 4.2 is ideal for dressmaking, quilting, and home décor projects, handling both fine and heavy fabrics with ease.

Yes, the PFAFF select 4.2 provides variable stitch length and width adjustments, giving you full creative control over your decorative and utility stitches.