Calidora

Thank you. I'll do that.

Let's try this again Nevermind. If it's ok I'll start another post when I have the machine up and running and add more pictures then.

What do I need to convert the needle bar?

One of the back Edit: Nope, still can't add attachments.

I guess you are right. I got the option to post more now

Apparently I've reached the limit of attachments I can do for this post. I have other pictures but can't post them.

So I went to see it today and it's a 51w54. The tension unit was there but off the machine in a box. (I might still get another because I don't know why it was removed in the first place.) It works great. I had forgotten to take sample leather to test it but when I got there they had a bunch of leather and thread that he previous owner was using to make boots. The seller said I can have all the leather working stuff with the machine. Now to shop for a servo motor.

I don't know. Seems counter productive to post something for sale then ignore potential buyers. But I really don't know why they didn't respond. Maybe they had some form of emergency and were not able to do so.

So they sent me an address. I'm going to see it tomorrow I'll take more pictures and try to test out functionality.

Now I suspect they were trying to scam or something. Because they cut all communication as soon as I mentioned I was like 5 miles from their approximate location. It might have been one of those freight shipping scams and it won't work with someone this close to the location they said they were in. Just a guess though. At this point all I can do is speculate.

What are some machines that should look into. I'm trying for used machines since I'm on a tight budget. 3-400 would be the max

Well, the guy seems to have changed their mind. They don't answer my calls, messages, or emails. I'll have to see but I guess I'll look for another machine.

I was already looking into servo motors since I need one for my bell skiver I guess I could buy a couple.

I mostly sew with leather on the thin side even the sheaths are not very thick. I've. Been able to manage with a Chinese shoe patcher. I'm rather good at tinkering and the parts if available will not be a problem for me to install. Other than the sheaths mostly work with bags and hats. The hats might be a bit thick for this machine though. From what you have told me this machine should be able to handle what in working with.

Thank you very much for the info. What do you think, is the price good or too high for this machine.

Very nice. I just might build one like that. Thanks for sharing

This is the only picture that I have. The badging is not visible

I've been using one of the Chinese shoe patchers for a while and I've come to realize that I need something else. I found a Singer 51 locally and the owner is willing to sell. They are asking $300 for the head table and clutch motor. What can I be expected to be able to work with on this machine. I normally make sheaths for knives I make at the forge, hats, and bags. Do y'all think this machine can handle this type of work? Thank you for your time.

Hello everyone. I've been lurking for a while looking for information about different sewing machines and their capabilities. Which is how I found this place. I've been doing leather work for some time mostly knife sheaths for knives I make at the forge. Well thanks for allowing me into this community. I look forward to learning more about the craft from you fine people.