grantsimpson25 Report post Posted October 30, 2013 Hello, Recently purchased a consew 206rb-5 and this site has been a great help, but I am a little confused about the needles. I have read many places on this board that "135X16 is for leather and135X17 is the needle type used for fabric". I went to my local sewing shop and they said I was confused and that "135x16" and "135x17" are sewing needles "systems", not sizes. I am looking for the proper needles to sew leather and canvas with #138 thread. I know I probably want a size #22 needle, but the "system" thing is still confusing me. What is the difference between a "135x16" and "135x17" needle? Any help is greatly appreciated! -Grant Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JLSleather Report post Posted October 30, 2013 The 16 is a chisel point. The 17 is a cone point. And yes, you want the 22. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grantsimpson25 Report post Posted October 30, 2013 Thank you! It makes sense that a "chisel" point would be more efficient at penetrating the leather. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
