MuddyClearWaters Report post Posted December 13, 2014 I have three old singers that I love right now. 52W19 52W22 and a 110W124 They are all roller foot and are amazing for lightweight leather. However I'm starting to make motorcycle saddle bags and working with heavier leather and need something that can clamp and sew two or three layers of 6-7 hide and not skip a beat. My current post beds work ok but I'm worried about wearing them out putting all this wear on them with #138 thread and thick hides. I'm very partial to old Singers but I'm open to other suggestions. I'd say my max budget is $500 right now. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TwinOaks Report post Posted December 13, 2014 an old 153 should do quite well....it doesn't have a reverse, but it sounds like you're used to the older machines that don't have one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tramps Leatherworking Report post Posted December 14, 2014 I agree with Mike, you are going to be somewhat limited by your budget... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
