1. Cuffs without plackets: Because cuffs without plackets have no openings they are cut large so the hand or arm can slip easily in and out. There are three basic styles of this cuff type. The straight band cuff, straight turn-back cuff and shaped turnback cuff. The straight band cuff is made with a seperate cuff attached to the sleeve bottom. The straight turnback cuff is made by turning up the deep finished hem of a sleeve. Sometimes, instead of the deep self-hem, a separate extension piece is added to the sleeve bottom to form the turnback cuff. The shaped turnback cuff is a separately constructed cuff that is a separately constructed cuff that is attached to the sleeve with a facing.

10. Whether the cover plates are easily removable and all parts readily accessible for oiling and cleaning. Make sure that you are supplied with an illustrated instruction manual giving directions for operation and care of the machine.