Jimbob

Hi everybody....been getting lucky again, found 1 Singer 211G155 (WALKINGFOOT???) Also 2 Singer 188K1...been wondering what they can do and what they was intented to do???.....I would like to use them for medium chap leather, handbags and wallets and such....every now and then some strap work?? If any of you would like to make a coment or have an opinion on these machines, that would be great!! I am going Tuesday to look em up, not sure of the condition and such, but it seems I will get them cheep...what would be a good price for each model...?? Also the Gent claims he has some TWI ?? machines...I have no clue what that would be??? Again, thanks for your all's input and effort... Greetings James

I got me a 111w102 and now I like to find me some different pressure feet, especially a roller foot to compensate a bit since this machine does NOT have a walkingfoot!! Used would be great,or sources where to look...Bob Kovlar has some, just checking if there is anything else out here!?! Which foot can do do what on this machine....? Again, thanks for all the help that comes out of this forum!! James

Try "trade exchange" in Ashville, NC...they have every size u need, tons of info about thread and good prizes!! Give them a try and check there website!! I buy from them.... James

Copper eventually will react with acid and such, it could declorate ur leather due to the tanning acid...., but the material wopuld be great to form and work with to make modeling tools and such....so if I would be u, make your tools u need From ur copper rods and then seal it with clear laquer or such, it will hold for a good while and if the coating comes off....just sand a bit and recoat...done!! Just my opinion!! Greetings from Virginia to u and ur country!! James

Wonder where I can find new or used Roller pressure foot for my new Singer 111w102?? I know of Bob Kovlar but wonder if anybody else has one too..!?! Thanks James

Thanks so much for your kind advice!! I seen u responding often to help people with sewing machine problems... I love to know much more about these machines....I am a rockie but have great interest in the matter. Been fixing and timing my beautiful little 15-91, also have a mint 99K and my pride and joy is a very clean Adler 105-64....it was all about leather and now I am all into these wicked machines...haha. Again, thanks so much for all the help u give out and sharing ur knowledge!!! Jimbob

quote name='ryano' date='15 March 2010 - 10:15 AM' timestamp='1268662520' post='147701'] Here is a link to some pictures of the 111s: http://www.industria...ingers/111w.htm Also the manuals are free at www.singerco.com. The manuals explain what the intended use is for the machines. Big bummer Went all the way to NC and here she was...owner gave me wrong model number....it is a 111w102 not 112...and of course NOT walkingfoot@@@@@@@ So I offered 180 buck and took her home, table motor stand and all... anyway....can I convert this model to a walkingfoot????? It workes great but I love to have a walkingfoot model...oh well!! James

Thanks so much guys....so the 111w112 has walking foot, that's good....Bob said he has parts for it, great! If I go and get this 111 what would be to watch for, any give away signs that I have to look for if it is a bad apple?? Has been used for back up in upholstery shop close by here....looks nice and well kept on picture...Gent is asking $280,- for it, table motor light and thread holder...is this a fair price? Let me know if you all have any hints for me and what to watch for when buying a 111w112..... Again thanks, this place here is absolutly great and the folks on here are true gems!! James

Fixing to look at a Singer 111w112, do all Singer 111's have walking foot? Also what does stand the 112 for, wish somebody had a list tells you all the Singer industrials and what they where intended for??? That would be cool!! Thanks for ur time and help, hope some one can straighten me out... James

Anybody has a good working well tuned Singer 111 series, or something simular with walking foot.......I am in need of a machine that does chap leather, handbags and wallets....ocasionally some 2 layers of soft 3-4 oz veg tan....anybody has anything reasonable?? Thanks so much/// I will pick up up to 400 miles or so.....I am in VA, 24251.... thanks James

Hello ya all!! I was wondering where a man can find a nice vest pattern (cowboy/biker) I was searching here but no luck....maybe someone can help...?! Thanks so much and ya all have a good day!! James

Thanks so much, I will check these places out!! James

Hello, just updating my thoughts.....these poly mauls work just fine, well balanced and I like the way the handles feel !! The one pound is absolutly precise for detail stamping....and the big one is to wack it hard!! Not sure where they made, but I can buy almost two for one of them " white ones"...haha....which are identical exept the decorated top metal part!! So far I like them a lot....anybody needs one drop me a shout!! James

A friend of mine in Germany needs some California style clipped corner buckles....belt size, any ideas where to get a good deal around here so I can send him some?? Thanks so much!! JimBob

Believe the man, he has the cure...these motors work great and I can sew so slow now on my Adler 105-64 that I am able to fall a sleep and and still dont have more then one stitch at the time when I wake up...LOL...!! And you are talking added penetration power! Well spend money in my book!! tnx Bob!!

Andy Where did you get the hardware, especially the swifel carabine for the shoulder strap is cool....nice bag, I like the carving and the darker colors in the dye.....well done !!!

Finally there here....the 2 poly mauls in yellow , well....polyester?? Anyhow, got one in one pound and one in two pounds....a friend of mine is getting them for me....they feel well made, most weight is on up from the upper part of the handle all the way to the poly head, not like some others all weight suddenly in the upper head....leather grips are nice and smoth...again, they look like these Al Stohlman mauls, just in yellow.....any body had one, or had some experience with it?? I will try to do some carving tomorrow and will put them to the test....let me know if you all have used these latly......I am able to get some more, maybe also in rawhide....if anybody wants one e-mail me or PM me... Greetings Jimbob

If your leather work is as clean as your wood work....watch out leather world!!>>>>>very nice work and very clever design, not sure about function.....is it just clamped between leather object or can u adjust pressure on the bottom...?? Any way, love the clean look!! Greetings James

we have some poly and some rawhide mallets and mauls for sale, 1 pound, 2 and 3 pounds...well made, leather handle...look like Al Stohlman mauls and mallets!!! Give me a shout!

I have been thinking of making a poly or rawhide maul....now a good friend is able to provide me with both in one pound or two pound of each!! What are friends for.....I have to see which one I like best....guess the one pound will be better for carving....two pounds maybe better for stamping and punching rivet holes or simular...?! I try to show some pictures here. Nice poly or real rawhide heads, all leather handle, very clean and neatly made!! If any of you are interested in these mauls....( he can get these as mallets too !!!) PLese let me know and I can see what we can arange... Greetings James

I have done leather carvings and sometimes it comes out OK, LOL But this sheridan style is fascinating, I am absolutly stunned....so here I go and will try this too...my question is: What tools are esential for this carving style (No. on stamp)...I have a small collection of stamps but would like to learn which one are a must have to carve this Sheridan style!!!? Tnx fer all help and time spend on my question!! James

Hello from SW VA.... Been wondering how the 206 is holding up?? You say u do 8 oz veg tanned leather??? Wow that would be a load for that kind of machine...does it walk well on chap leather? Is there a lot tension to adjust....reason I am interested, I like to buy one soon for smaller stuff....where did u buy? Thanks so much for ur time. James

Thanks so much, I was thinking something along that line...what "plastic" did u use?? And where can a man get this item?? Looks good, bet this custom mallet of urs works well!!! James

Been tinkering around and wondering if a man can make a mallet.....some are rawhide, poly and wood...what material can u use, what style....? And of course how!!! Any help would be great. I like to use it foremost to stamp and use it for punches and setters!! What plastic (Poly or Nylon would I use)....? I have a wood lace...can a man make a wood mallet or is this to hard of a blow r stamping?? Again thanks for all info Greetings James