Hi all,
First time poster, but have lurked quite a bit. As I suspect you've encountered countless times before, I'm looking for a machine recommendation. I'm wanting a walking foot with a servo that can do thick marine vinyl for boat seats and leather for leg bags. I'm using a size 20 needle, #92 thread for the boat upholstery, and while my current machine technically WILL do it, it's definitely the wrong machine for the job. Trying not to spend huge money (I know, laugh). I've looked at machines and specs until my eyes bleed and I'm no closer to a decision. Models I've looked at are Juki DNU-1541s, Consew 206RB, and others. Seems like these are both highly regarded. I've used a Juki LU-1508 to sew custom printed billboard vinyl to make a 2 part cover for a 40' geodesic dome, and it seems that might work for my current stuff too? Anyway, I'm overwhelmed.
P.S. I have photos to help illustrate, but it's not letting me insert them.