I've got an old Singer treadle machine. Works very well, though the
belt has stretched out a bit. A few years ago I used it made a
RenFair tunic on it of loose-woven plaid, with a long diagonal seam on
the bias. I'm proud to say the pattern matches up *exactly*.
I've also got an electric machine, plus an assortment of hand-sewing
gear for leatherwork. (That reminds me, my A-3 needs some repairs.)
Once I make some more progress on the airplane, I've got a Hawaiian
shirt pattern I'm waiting to try out on several yards of a terrific
airplane print.

I'll wager the "real men don't sew" crowd would probably also starve
to death or die of dysentery if left to themselves, since they
probably think "real men" shouldn't cook or wash dishes, either.