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I think this machine runs around 3000 to 3500 stitches per minute. this will not work for leather. Like the man from Keystone sewing said 5mm is all the stitch length you can expect. The machine will not like sewing the 138 thread. 92 or 99 might be the biggest thread you can get to work. I don't want to bust your bubble but I agree, you have the wrong machine for what you want to do.

Ebay Item #300443171582 I don't know for sure but I think this might be what you need.

You might want to try CCC leather in Kentucky. They have excellent english bridle. They do chrome tan too.

Hi Jim, that is not a class 7 singer. lt is however a 144 or 145 long arm. If you ever find a class 7 machine it will look something like this The head alone weighs around 200 lbs.

I had one of these machines at one time. They are very good machines. Parts are available. It should sew 3/8th's inch material. Yes, a speed reducer is recommended it should get the speed down around 800 spm. I usually make my own speed reducers if I need done. Art is correct about the price.

http://www.tpub.com/ase1/19.htm This is a web site that has the maintenance manual for your Singer 111. It explains what it will do and what it will not do.I think ya' done good. The singer should sew your seats with no problem.

According to the Singer chart this is a model 31 sewing machine. It does not have reverse but it has stitch length adjustment you should be able to get around 3/8th inch material under the pressure foot. It will not do to make holsters. Most holsters are 3/8 to 1/2 inch thick. The knee lift will allow more material under the pressure foot than lifting with the rear needle bar lift. These are nice old machines the would work for chaps, chinks, wallets, bags or what ever you make that is less than 3/8th's inch thick. Keep this machine and buy a machine that will sew the 1/2 to 3/4 inch material. If you purchase new equipment you will spend a lot of money. Be a little patient and see if you can find a machine you can afford and will do what you want it to do. Good hunting, for a bargain that is. They do exist.

I have from time to time inverted the spray can drained all of the air from the can, then sit the can upright on a hard surface and open the can with a chisel and put the content in a different container. Apply with your choice of material

I have one of those machines. I bought it 4 or 5 years ago. I paid 285.00 for the head, I had a table and motor with a clutch. It will sew 3/8th inch material easily. I put a speed reducer on it turned it down to 800 spm works great. I can't say that is a reasonable price. I have seen them for 350.00. You might want do check Craigs list. I have found a #1 Landis in there for 350.00. Good luck in your quest. I thought of another place you might check it is called Atlantic Sewing or something like that. If you live in the midwest Bob Kovar would be a good place to start.

Sounds as though those someone at Tandy or where ever this piece came from made a bobo. It sounds and looks like a piece of harness leather if it is harness leather you will not remove the waxes and oils from the material I think you better find another piece of leather. Bussted

Did you get the 205-370 fixed yet? Something is worn if the needle is striking the shuttle or the needle is bent. The 794 needles will work in this machine 180's, 200's, 230's or 250's for that matter should not affect anything if it does bother then the timing needs to be reset. How long have you owned the machine? Is this the first time this has happened? How many stitches pm are you running?

What ever your project is, the leather doesn't care what twist the thread is. Hand sewing is not hard on the thread, some sewing machines will not sew with the wrong twist thread. I would not use nylon I would use the polyester or the linen thread. You might consider using a linen cord around the number 3 size numbers 5 and 7 are way to heavy for hand sewing in my opinion but there are folks that use them. I don't know what to say about the awl size. If you don't like what is available make your own from a nail. I would use the 6 penny finishing nail my self but that is up to you. Get a propane torch, a hammer, a file and something to forge the awl on preferably an anvil. Don't for get to heat treat your new awl. It makes no difference if you heated the nail in the process of forming. Use a pair of plires and hold the nail, heat the nail to a straw color the full length of the nail. You can quench the nail in oil if want to that makes it a little harder. This will allow you to make all of the awls you want in what ever size you want. And there will not be any sticker shock from this method and as the one post said it is in the hands of the craftsman not completely in the tool. Practice, practice, practice. Have a nice day.

Thanks again, the needle was bent ever so slightly. I installed a new needle and it sews like it is supposed to.

Hi folks, I am new in here. I purchased a used Ferdco Bull 440 Pro last month and finally learned how to get the bobbin in correctly. Now it is skipping stitches. I am using 277 thread in the top and bottom. The stitch length is 5 pi. When it doesn't skip it sews great. Any ideas how to fix this?? Any help would greatly appreciated as this causes my face to turn red. Thank's

This will sew circles around the Ferdco. They will sew 1 1/4" material. If you can wait until Weavers has their auction in June you could probably by one for 6 or 7 hundred at the auction they aren't worth the 2200 that guy is asking. There are some parts still available but the decision is yours. They are a very good machine.