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What would you like to know Jackie? I can tell you, I ordered two more sizes and still want one more size. These manual dot setters are the best I've seen and used. They are far superior to the ones Tandy sold(if you can find them). The tolerance is great and hold the dot without having to bend the legs out to keep them in the barrel. Not so with the Tandy ones. They also have a spring on them which means you have to press down to allow them to touch the leather...before smacking it. I've tried setting them both ways...smacking them and also tapping them in. What I found works for me is to press down till they touch, then tap to start THEN SMACK IT. I only recently became aware of your company and I'm sure I will order stuff at some point. You have a lot of STUFF..and great comments about your company and ease of use. For those who set dots by hand(machines are too expensive), these manual dot setters are the best I've seen and made by Standard Rivit...good ole' American made and it shows. Standard Rivit does not have a lot of 'stuff' but what they have is good..or great. They were the only folks I could find that sold Stainless dots and black dots down to 1/8".

All is well...Ed contacted me.

Thanks Jackie..yes I have seen that on the site. My biggest concern was no reply to 2 emails..but then, we all get busy.

Not sure this is the right place for this but my back is kinda up against a wall on this. Anyone have a phone number for Ed Stiles, Leather Burnisher.com I need to talk to him about an order I haven't received. Sent 2 emails and heard nothing so far. Payment was made and completed thru Paypal and Paypal ain't helping much either. Appreciate any help anyone can give...

Some may know of this company. I just found it and was very happy. First..I don't work for them or have any connection. Thought some might want to check this out. Tandy has sold some dot setters(made in China). They were okay but I guess they might not sell them anymore, or so the local store told me. I have used them but was not real happy. So..I found some I think are worth t he price (about $18 each). They are also spring loaded and made by this company in the good ole' USA and established in 1888. And of course they sell dots and spots. What I liked was that they sold Stainless Dots and down to 1/8". Black dots as well. Back to the dot setter. I bought the 3/16th and just now ordered the 1/8" and 1/4". I used the 3/16th and it worked great. Prices are good to, although you may think $18 for a dot setter is high...try putting them on by hand! The company name is Standard Rivet in Maine. Real friendly folks too. Here is the link. They have a limited inventory, unlike Chicago Bag..but the quality is there. https://www.standardrivet.com/machines-tools/tools/82-hand-held-tool-for-setting-round-head-spots.php# Hope this helps others as much as finding these helped me.

This machine has been sold...thanks for all the inquires.

Thanks for the info. it seems this machine will probably not end up in my shop. I have an old hand crank singer(and a motorized one), that I use for fine sewing. They do they job. I just seen this one with the arm and I need an arm machine...but no parts and it just doesn't sound like it's worth $500.

Thanks Bob. This machine is for sale here locally and considered buying it just for...who the heck knows. Doubt that I will buy it, i really don't know what they are worth, especially since no parts available. And, not real sure what job it might be good for. I'm still going to buy one from you when my other one sells.

Says it's a durkopp adler (patcher) same as a singer 29-4. I think I heard that patchers can be good but limited in what they can do. Not sure of max lift or thread size on this type of machine. Whats a good one worth? I know there are lots of folks here that know about these. Appreciate any help I can get. Thanks in advance!

In case some don't know about this type of machine, here is a video that shows this machine and the one I have sews just as this one does. Mine does not have the attached bobbin winder or the needle set attachment. But other than that they are identical.

Here are a couple of pics I took today...

This machine was bought new in 2002. It is the cast iron model with REVERSE. I bought this from the original owner, a friend, who absolutely never used it. When I got it, it had a thread take up issue. It went back to Tippman and fixed like new. It has worked well ever since. This machine does a great job, sewing up to 7/8" leather. Will go so slow a snail can pass it by...or you can speed it up(variable speed). I know there is a love/hate thing with Tippman machines, but I've yet to meet anyone who really used one, dislike it. It will sew very heavy thread. Mostly I use 277 and sometimes run 207 on the bottom. Comes with 3 or 4 large bobbins. This machine has had very little use. I am selling it because I am getting a different type harness machine. If I could afford to keep them both I would. Pics available on request and possible a video as well...for private messaging. I am asking $1550 and you will not be disappointed and the condition is like new. Shipping is around $100. If you want to sew heavy leathers, at a workable speed and reasonable price, this machine might be for you. I have the kit that came with it, which includes the necessary allen wrenches, drill attachment for bobbin winder, in Tippman case. Spare needles as well.

Hi Les ( I will assume your first name is Les). And, if thats your last name, same as mine. Welcome..great folks here and tons of help, and good advice. I know Olympia well. Used to live at off the Marvin Road by the ole' cheese factory....Johnson's Point I think. Many moons ago. Was going to Lacy, to Cabela's, till they built one here. Nice to meet ya. I know what ya mean about taking leather working back up after a long time...yes I do. Fun stuff and challenging!

Nice meetin ya Horn. Gerrit...seems I know of a guy, goes by that name. Hangs out with the Rodeo crowd...has a friend named "MUD". Could it be? Ya, stop by anytime your in the area. I actually live in E. Selah, Pomona area really. Love the quote! I have one too, but best not post it. It's worth the trip Matt

You been to McPhearson Leather in Seattle, yet? Often better prices than Tandy. Well, it used to be. Been awhile for me. It's worth the trip to just see whats in there. I think they also have a website.

Hey Shtoink...I just seen where you are into the electonics side of things. Have you done much re-solder of boards? I know the solder required today is pretty bad stuff, no lead and such and these things don't last like they should. Had an couple incidents with my Dodge and boards needed repair and there was nobody I could find West of the Mississippi that did it. I thought it was a pretty good deal. One was my ABS controller. They wanted $1080 for a new one and you couldn't buy just the board part. There was an outfit in GA that did a re-do on them. Sent it there and cost me $71 total with shipping and all and it works great. There are other boards like on injection pumps etc. Seems it would be a great business. Those folks in GA, said they do hundreds of these and air bag modules(and more) weekly. I did have a radio repaired here in Yakima..same deal..bad solder on the board. If ya start to do that kind of thing...let me know.

Glad you said hello Shtoink. Thats a true statement about the State's diverisity. While I don't get along with the constant grey over there, it is still beautiful. That ole song BLUEST SKIES YOU'VE EVEN SEEN holds true. So many folks don't realize we actually have 2 states in one, with the diverse climates. Ha! Yes, Tandy in Tacome is a bit of a piece to drive for me too, but I always make it a stop if I'm in the area. They used to have one in Tri-Cities...closed. Hmmm, maybe a new one over here would be a good thing.

When I lived down that way, Parkland and Spanaway didn't have a real good reputation, but I do know things have changed and pretty nice area nowadays. You had to go East of Spanaway or south of Roy Y to get away. I could hardly wait to retire and get away from the West side...period. I'm glad I choose Yakima. No traffic, hot and dry. I recall living over there and when a good day came you had to play catch up. Not so here...put down whatever your doing, go play and tomorrow will be nice too. Takes the pressure off. And, lots of fresh fruit and veggies here. But, it is what it is. Must make do wherever we live. Whatcha working on these days for a leather project? Still trying to tune up my tooling for Sheridan Style. Ordered a new blade from Leather Wranglers...hope it helps. My old ones are goners. No matter how much I work them over, they still drag. Have a great day ...

Thanks Matt. I used to live in Parkland...many moons ago. Used to do some tooling but got away from it but now trying to find my niche again. But mostly I've been making horse tack for me. Inline to get a 'arm' machine as soon as my Pfaff 545 goes. Wished I could afford to keep 'em both. Thanks for saying hi!

Hey Bob, thanks. I can't say I know Bill, but I'm sure Willie Hart does. I used to rope before I got into cutting(1990). Yes, seems like a lot of good folks on here...my 'lurking' days are over. But I picked up lots of good info. I'm sure that will continue.

Howdy! Been lurking on this site for a long time. Figured it was time to join up and share and talk with so many good people. Not a newbe to leather work, but I'm no expert by a long shot. Mostly I make a lot of horse tack, spur straps, bronc halters...and have done some picture carving. All this goes hand in hand with my starving artist thing. I do some painting but have to be realllly inspired. Most of that happens in the winter, when I'm not showing cuttin hosses, which is my truest passion. Kinda hard to talk about one's self though. I'm pretty long in the tooth but doing fine. Saw there were a few here from WA and yes, I am familiar with the folks in Pierce County. Was funny the fellow from Port Orchard saying something about casing leather just by walking outside. I live in the East part of the state and ya gotta keep things pretty oiled here..hot and dry. Lots of great info here and places to get the neat stuff. Just finished my new shop, well, almost finished. Now I have a place to work at various art things I do. Came across this..forgot I had it. Some of you might remember this. Copyright 1946 and it's in pretty good condition. 111 pages and some interesting patterns. Of course the industry has moved way beyond this..but, then, some things never change. Don