D1ave Report post Posted December 2, 2014 I was wondering if the old sewing machine in my parents attic would be suitable for leatherwork ? It's a Singer 28k hand cranked of the ones that has a wooden lid. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pcox Report post Posted December 2, 2014 No way. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DoubleC Report post Posted December 2, 2014 I have one and I use it on light leathers. like 2 oz. But I wouldn't use it on anything thicker. And make sure you get leather or denim thread for it. Cheryl Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
D1ave Report post Posted December 2, 2014 Many thanks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tramps Leatherworking Report post Posted December 2, 2014 For light work/repair --- set up with the proper needle thread combination, it would be fine. These machines are beautiful works of art and function and should be used when possible, I have two old Singer treadles 90+ years old, one of which I use daily. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
