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Looks like maybe a Weaver Heritage or a Chinese made press? Artisan or Cowboy might have it? No numbers or markings? I don't know if it's worth trying to order a part, those riveters are fairly cheap, maybe best to buy a new one. I actually threw one away last week when cleaning up.

Poland seems to be full of good machines at fair prices. Once I wanted to buy a combining machine and found one at Seick in Germany and one in Poland. (I cant' remember the name of the Polish shop). The Poles were cheaper, quicker to reply and far more ready to deal and make a sale. Germans in general, and Seick specifically, are some of the hardest people on earth to deal with when it comes to striking a deal. Anyway...

It looks like you already wasted all of our time? I'd think a guy that was actually looking to cash in on selling some relatively valuable machinery would at least take the effort to post a photo or 2? If you didn't have 15 posts under your belt, I'd assume this was the typical "I have for sale" scam..... Are you really too lazy to modify your post to fit the forum rules?? Sounds like you didn't want to sell anything anyway.

I've never really seen any good work done on a Boss. The Coyboy 4500 probably sews 10x better I'd guess?

I might be interested in the 205. What are you asking? Can you forward a few photos?

I just cant make up my mind on the 969 series. I have a hard time getting used to the Eco's jog wheel, not really fine enough control compared to grasping a big handwheel/flywheel. I really like the direct drive though-smooth and powerful. The Pure model has a somewhat uncomfortable flywheel/handwheel that from what I have seen has a wobble when it rotates. (maybe just the couple I've seen in use, I don't know) I also find the flywheel to be too far away from the business end of the machine. Ergonomically less than ideal? (I find the old Randall stitchers have the best flywheel placement of any heavy stitcher.) I really think a brand new Juki 441 made in Japan at @6-7k would be a better purchase than the 969 Pure? Could probably set it up with a positioner and still have a less expensive machine?

You're not taking into account sub-classes of the 105 Wiz. The 105-64 is a needle and bottom feed (works great on leather). The 105-5 is a bottom feed only (might be the version youre thinking of). 105-25 is a bottom and foot feed. Ive owned all 3 variants and have a 205-64 at the moment. You can find plates that do away with the lower feed dog if you look, I have one on my 205-64 I bought from the member here on leatherworker UWE. Smooth lower feed dogs are available also. I feel pretty confident the 105-64 would be just what he needs on all that flat leatherwork.

Some good looking knives. I'm going to be honest, your knives look great. You need an equally superb sheath to match. A hook and awl machine is what you really need for a quality product. Yes, I read your limitations/location/Euros, etc. Europe doesn't seem to be a great place to find harness stitchers either.... the Adler 105 on your list would work for you. Make sure you buy a 105-64 and not some other sub-variant like a 105-25 or 105-5. Dont' get carried away on thread size. Seems like the D point needles sew best on that machine. it throws the same quality stitch as a Juki 441 or Adler 205, etc.

A direct drive machine is a disaster if you're Amish....Real hard to mount an air motor. Of course they seem to be able to punch out a hole in any machine and bolt on a pulley one way or another eventually. If you're looking at a good quality machine I wouldn't worry too much. Motors last a LONG time. If you wear a motor out, you've made enough money with the machine you can justify purchasing a new replacement.

Looking for an extra machine. Seiko CH8B, Consew 756R or Ferdco 900c. (I'd probably the rarity here and say I'd prefer a 900b or a 900c).

This is the same UK that wanted to outlaw paperclips in the workplace (dangerous) and kitchen knives with points....Right?

Balistol. Just wipe a film occasionally. it will neutralize sweat. Not harmful to you or leather.

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$400 is probably where I'd start.

That's a pretty awesome find. I've never seen a manual for a Champion. I can see why it lists such heavy thread/cord being a shoe stitcher. I have a Peerless 30 I modified to sew a special item and I often run 3 and 4 cord on it. Works great and stitches beautifully with even these lighter weight cords. I'm using Randall and UL needles in mine.

Looking for a Consew 756R (Japanese made) or Seiko Ch8 Let me know what you might have and your location/asking price thanks!

Constabulary here in the US we have something you might not have in Germany? Auctions. It I attend an auction I can buy machinery often times for cheap. I think I paid $200 for my best UL machine. Paid $20 for a Brother BAS 341 Programmable stitcher last month that works great. Sometimes I buy new when I am in the itch for it, but rarely.

It's good you've had sucess with your purchases. I've heard many complaints over the years about the UL machines, but I've never seen it I have a pair I run 6 mo out of the year (Cold months) and I've never had to replace much of anything on them I can remember, they're quite tight machines still (I think years ago a thread lock?) Never had one go out of adjustment either. I think the UL machines were designed for items that were generally of a constant nature, thickness/etc. I believe the people who have problems have used worn out machines and don't realize it.

Bladegrinder I find allot of Electronic goods sold under the Panasonic name are made in Japan or countries other than China. I tend to buy Panasonic for this reason when I have time to shop. (for example my tv and laptop are Japanese) I generally avoid Walmart except when I need some bread and I'm in town. I have a throw away type phone from Dollar General and it's made in Malaysia. (Probably less Chinese).

I don't have a single Chinese machine or tool in my shop, either shop. Yes some things are unavoidable to a degree, like a Chinese made bearing here or there hidden away from sight, etc. Chinese chemicals and materials used to some degree etc. When I have a choice I take the better option. I asked if the Consew 2050 was made in Japan (Not unrealistic question, given many Consews were/are made in Japan). Japanese made machinery is nearly always top shelf in design and build quality, so why shouldn't I ask? I didn't want to start a discussion about why I don't want to buy Chinese goods. I don't like China's business model, human rights abuse, industrial espionage, poor quality of export goods and militaristic bullying of everyone. I guess I'll pass on the Consew 2050 interest and look for something else to supplement my works. I wrote consew last week and they neglected to reply as yet, I guess that sums it up. Bladegrinder that's a real defeatist view of life. Im guessing you make knives based on your user handle? Suppose everyone went to dollar tree and Walmart and bought those cheap blades? What's wrong with Chinese blades? You'd probably be out of work or at best you'd had to find another hobby.

Where is all this Chinese quality you speak of? I never heard anyone say "I want a good one, I'll buy Chinese."

No thanks. I'm not a fan of Chinese imports. Not really looking to contribute $14 to the next Chinese Aircraft Carrier either..... If you already own one that's ok. Nobody is judging you here, we're all friends.

Shoepatcher you mentioned Weaver's 2050, are you saying they are the same machine that Consew is selling? Or are you just correcting Bob?

Really? You must be joking?

Interesting Bob.... Handstitched I am mostly just curious. I'd pick up another machine to have if I could get a quality machine made in Germany/Japan Just looking at the Consew 2050 as I feel like there is a chance it's not made in China. Wasn't too long ago they sold Seiko stitchers with a Consew label. I can still order Juki 441's but I never was real fond of them. I do have Adlers including a 205 currently.