Cumberland Highpower

I think someone's account has been hacked. Sent a text saying they were just trying to help the grieving family sort things out. Maybe I should give up trying to buy machines here....

Texted the seller yesterday. Only recd. one photo of the needles and something about looking up prices online? I'm not sure if this is a legit listing or not? I'm going to be polite and guess maybe it's an older seller that has never sold anything before?

Maybe a good substitute? Look up Alpha 6. I am sure if you contact the company directly they may be able to supply what you need.

probably an out of time issue but an easy fix. look on youtube you'll find lots of videos. You might not need a speed reducer for belts if you practice a little. I still have machines without a speed reducer and I learned long ago how to feather the clutch to get slower speeds. A speed reducer will work just fine. If you buy a box type it will be easier to replace without changing much....

If you were in Romania I'd say your harness "leather" sample was actually a slice of a rubber v belt from a combine. Since you're in Serbia, I don't know what your harnesses look like. (Must be different?) Is it a locally tanned leather? Does Serbia produce any veg tanned leather? What's in your photo could either be a thick chrome tanned leather or something veg tanned struck through with dye. I feel inclined to think it's a chrome tan of some sort.

Well I think the catch lies in that they are selling machines as rebuilt. They are rebuilt to order (I have to order it first) And not stocked as fully rebuilt machines sitting on a warehouse floor. Personally I think that's an odd way to do anything, but seems some of the big shops are like that? I once ordered a Galli burnisher from Dan Naegle this way. I ordered it sight unseen before they rebuilt it. Turned out ok. Never dealt with Hoffman Bros, why I'm asking about them and the work they put out.

Bob doesn't have I think Hoffman is supposed to be one of the largest dealers in the US?

I am thinking to order a couple machines from Hoffman Bros in Il. One is a "rebuilt" machine. Has anyone ever bought from Hoffman, or specifically bought a rebuilt machine from them? I am curious if they do good work? They quoted me as rebuilt and repainted on one and I'm a little edgy with that. I am conjuring up images of a rusty worn out machine that has a few cans of dollar store spray paint over everything and tinkered on to run. They wont forward any photos, only saying rebuilt after purchase, and I don't need to take machine if I'm not satisfied. Sounds fair I guess, just curious though if anyone ever went down that path?

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.