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Yep, I don't need another one but over the years I've realised I'm happiest when I'm making something.

I just got a hide and 3 12oz bellies from Wickett & Craig. The bellies were on sale $5 so I got 3 of them. I like making these hard bags for Harleys and the ladies purses. The old Landis 16 really sews a very nice tight stitch. I have a booth in Down Town Georgetown SC where I sell ladies purses and tote bags. These came out ok..

Here's the part that should move, if I'm understanding the video correctly...

That's in the ballpark.. Is the inner toe still lifting higher than the outer toe?

Here's the link to the video. Procedure starts at about 10:00. I'll post a pic in a bit...

Hello everyone I found solution for this problem by adjusting clutch my motor fixed I post my experience maybe it can be useful for someone😇

Thank you again everyone! I will respond in more depth soon. Just wanted to share an exciting update. I haven't worked on the stripped screw at all. However, I noticed that now the worm screw "D" turns with some resistance and actually changes the height that the presser feet lift. So I guess all the PB blaster freed something up in the eccentric mechanism? Even though I can't loosen the set screw "C", the worm screw "D" is moving the eccentric. So I was able to use the wisdom in another post combined with turning the worm screw "D" to get it walking high and looking good to me. I've attached a video of it walking now. Does it look right to you all? So I still need to address the stripped screw, but at least I know the machine is usable and adjustable and works right. Will report back when I have time to work on the screw again. Walking111.mov

What's with the SMS? At least they have some rules on how you are allowed to operate your saddlery business. And then there is also the Guild examines and Chapel Manor. In Germany, Saddler is a protected profession, that requires you to do 3 years of apprenticeship, several tests and examen. Comparable to the Millennium scheme in Britain. That also means, no self-thaught saddlers in our country, only here and there some saddle fitters (not protected) with some questionable education aka non at all in some cases. I guess the max. you are allowed to make and sell, without being a saddler, is bridles, halters, dog collars etc, but certainly you are not allowed to make a saddle and sell and also no repairs, as you have no insurance for doing such things. We Germans seem to love insurances! XD

afaik its the same in the UK and Ireland

I used Parkin on all of those before. So should have only natural.

Can you post a link to Uwe's video, and post photos of the block you're trying to move?

There are no State or Federal exams or licenses here in the US. There are trade schools, apprenticeships, and self taught. I'm one of those self taught but I wouldn't take on jobs that are critical unless I know what I'm doing. I focus on small repairs and if I see something that needs a pros hand I'm not afraid to admit it. There's a couple saddlers in my area. One is an old timer that's been doing it since he was a kid and his father showed him. Another is around 30-40 and he was taught by his father and he was taught by his father. I tell people to go to them for major repairs.

I was attempting to equalize the forward and reverse stitch length, as described in the video by Ewe. Got to the point where you move the block, to either lengthen or shorten the forward stitch, and it wont move. After loosening the screw, when I try to move it, it just moves the reverse lever. Isn't it supposed to pivot on the shaft?

I cannot agree more with all of you. There is a reason that in most places in the world being a saddler is connected to getting qualifications and even long apprenticeships. And seriously, I personally cannot stand for the life of me, most saddle fitters, as even they are often undereducated. A saddle fitter (with unknown qualification, probably a weekend course at one of the saddle manufacturers here in Germany) just sold a friend of mine a jumping saddle with a broken saddle tree. But she kind of beats that! I mean you shouldn't miss that the tree is broken, but it can happen. She willfully patched and even made a tutorial out of it. My first thought was: "Hopefully she has good insurance!" The second was seriously questioning why one would patch a billett? That is critical equipment and I learned in riding school that you renew everything that is a safety risk ASAP. If that would have been my saddle, the whole straps would have gotten renewed! Just to be sure, and by someone licensed, also as they are insured for failure of equipment. Just to be on the safe side. Do you Americans don't have to pass training and official examen to be a saddler? I mean no saddle fitter would hopefully do such a job, they are certainly not qualified for that or whatever she calls herself. I'm a bit confused and maybe thinking too European. Can someone explain?

Thank you, @AlZilla!

They might have come by the manual honestly from their Chinese friends who make the Cobra machines. Glad we're all on the same page. You got a bargain.

Ok, @Shoe repair daughter, thanks for taking care of this. What a great deal for someone. I moved it to the Used Machinery area.

@WMages Hi there, I have one for sale in case you are still interested. Fully functioning with all parts original, I assume. Heard it works like a charm for thicker sole leather, but since I'm a fashion designer and work with really soft and thin (0,5-1,2 mm) garment leathers I don't have much use for it. Let me know if you're interested. I was thinking around 2k USD, but I'm open to suggestions. I live in Sweden but if you can arrange the shipping to wherever you are located I'll take care of the rest. I'm pretty used to sending heavy stuff so I know how to package it well. I'm new here on the forum but I'll try to post it in the sell ads section where it belongs. Kind regards, Grace

Hi - I'm in Dallas and would like to come take a look and probably buy.

Hello, my father and I owned a couple shoe repair shops in Diamond Bar and Covina, CA. We closed our Diamond Bar location and are officially now only in Covina with extra machinery. We have a total of about 11 machines all in different working conditions. See below for details. DESCRIPTION OF ITEMS: Mixed lot of industrial shoe repair working machinery including: Red Sutton Landis Chain Stitcher (WORKING CONDITION) Charlotte Sewing Machine (WORKING CONDITION) Additional shoe repair working machines (PARTS ONLY/NON-WORKING) Make/Model: Various manufacturers - Sutton Landis, Charlotte, others Condition: Mixed lot - 2 working machines (Good condition), remaining machines (Parts Only condition) Dimensions: Heavy industrial machinery - exact measurements TBD upon inspection Weight: Extremely heavy - requires machinery/equipment to move Color: Various (will be shown in photos) WHAT THESE ITEMS ARE/DO: Industrial shoe repair machinery used for professional shoe rapair and finish, shoe making, and heavy-duty sewing operations. The chain stitcher and Charlotte machine are functional for immediate use. Remaining machines contain valuable parts for restoration projects or can be used to repair other similar equipment. PICTURES: [PHOTOS TO BE ADDED - Pictures of each machine will be posted showing current condition] PRICING & TERMS: Price: $3,000 USD for entire lot (individual machine pricing available upon request) or BEST OFFER. Payment: Cash, certified check, or Zelle Shipping Policy: BUYER RESPONSIBLE FOR PICKUP AND TRANSPORT Heavy machinery requiring professional moving equipment Seller can assist with coordination but buyer must arrange/pay for: Professional machinery movers OR Appropriate lifting equipment (forklift, crane, etc.) Sufficient labor for safe removal Pickup can be arranged over multiple days if needed All items sold AS-IS, WHERE-IS ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Working machines: Red Sutton Landis Chain Stitcher, Charlotte Sewing Machine Non-working machines: Available for parts or restoration projects Serious inquiries only - these are substantial industrial machines Inspection welcome by appointment before purchase Will be marked SOLD when transaction completed If you know someone who may be interested please let them know! Thank you! CONTACT: Respond through forum messaging or you may email me at beabosscoaching@gmail.com.

I will try that next time, thank you! I'd forgotten about piercing the thread, thanks! I think you may be right! I will try bending it first on the next bracelet. Since the copper is sandwiched between two pieces of leather, the copper never touches your skin. I've never had any issues wearing them. Here is a link to the video where I learned how to make them. Interesting! I'll give this a go, thank you!

I agree her use of tools was horrible. Her stitching was equally so, not only was it just a plain running stitch but it was a fairly loose one at that. So even if this would be an acceptable repair the stitching would make it not so. It really just shows her lack of knowledge in horsemanship. Setting a rider up for potential equipment failure not puts the rider in danger but also sets the horse up for failure weather through loss of confidence or through an injury. I’ve was in a horse wreck dragging calves to the fire and had the rope get under my horse which led to equipment failure, my fault for thinking it the reins were ok, I ended up pretty cut up over the deal. I can’t imagine what it could have been if my latigo of off billet had failed.

I use a smaller oval shaped punch . . . Never quite got the hang of it . . . minor miscues really look bad with it. Finally put it in a vise . . . made sure the punch was oriented straight away . . . Took a file and engraved a line down the middle of the top of the punch. No more problems . . . works great. May God bless, Dwight

Excuse me for laughing TomE . . . but just for the heck of it . . . I went to the page on threading . . . the Chinese actually coppied the same images and everything in my book that came with it. I could not afford even a used Singer here . . . and this one was only 335 bucks. May God bless, Dwight

I have severe peripheral neuropathy in my feet and legs . . . (starting in my hands as well . . . ugh) . . . so I have to sit while using it. Coincidentally . . . saw a Singer frame for sale . . . had to laugh when I thought of it . . . Wound up buying two frames . . . will make a table for our church out of the other one. I sit on a folding stool when using it . . . and it is really comfortable. It is a Chinese copy of a Singer 29 something . . . it is one of the two with the smaller spool . . . about the size of a quarter. I was somewhat concerned about the thread . . . turns out that good old carpet thread works great in it . . . I'm also going to remodel it some day down the road . . . in the arms (solid 2 x 4's right now) . . . I'm going to make some long drawers . . . keep all the thread, bobbins, needles, etc. in them. May God bless, Dwight