Need A Sewing Machine, Have $1,000 To Spend

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I've been doing leatherwork as a hobby for a few years. I've come into a little extra money and I'm looking at buying a machine that can handle heavy duty sewing. I tend to make things like holsters, collars, bags, pouches, and armor. Most of my work is with veg tan in the 8-12 oz range. I don't think I have enough to buy anything new, so that means I'm looking in the used market. I've done some reading, and there are a ton of options out there. I'd like something that will work reliably without too much fiddling or repairs needed. I'm able to go up to maybe 1100 or 1200 with shipping if it's truly the best choice for me, but I'd like to stay under a grand. I'd like advice or general suggestions. If you're selling something that you think is within my budget, post here or PM me. I'm in Rhode Island and willing to drive a little ways to pick something up.