OutEast

Machine has been sold, thank you.

Class 4 for sale, premium package w/ all extras (feet, edge roller guide, table, needles etc). I have had the stitcher for roughly 2 years and has seen limited use. Things are difficult financially and I need the money. The machine has functioned flawlessly (save for operator error!) the entire time I've had it. I'm asking $2300, $1900 local pick up in NY (Long Island) only; with my apologies..... I've shipped an Adler and Luberto's Classic, and don't care to go through that again. Thanks for your time.

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Class 4 for sale, premium package w/ all extras (feet, edge roller guide, table, needles etc). I have had the stitcher for roughly 2 years and has seen limited use. Things are difficult financially and I need the money. The machine has functioned flawlessly (save for operator error!) the entire time I've had it. I'm asking $2300, local pick up in NY (Long Island) only; with my apologies..... I've shipped an Adler and Luberto's Classic, and don't care to go through that again. Thanks for your time.

I hear you brother, everyone has their own way of doing things. The suggestions you offered make sense. I'm a "if it 'aint broke don't fix it" kinda guy but occasionally other ideas are able to be catapulted over my wall of pride. I will post a pic of an unmolded revo pocket holster when I get a chance to make one! Thanks again. Mike

This method has worked extremely well for me and my customers over the years, but what the hell, I'll give it a try sometime and see how she works. Best thing about about pocket holster experiments are the small amount of leather sacrificed. Thanks for the suggestion. Mike

I mold it on the inner side that lays against the body to keep it from shifting and ensure that it is oriented in the same position each time I draw it. Thanks for the interest! Mike

My version of the pocket holster. W&C 8/9 oz, unfinished, sewn with Cobra Class 4, 277 top and bottom. Revolver is a S&W 442. Thanks for looking! Mike

I knew that would get you goin' Andrew! ...how's my old #9 treating you?

Sorry Busted the machine has been sold. Thank you.

Tentative deal with Jack, pending funds. Any change in status of sale will be reflected immediately. Thanks for the interest. Mike

I still have it Jack, I will be in touch with you today. Thanks. Mike

Price drop!......... $1,500 let's make a deal!

Edited to add some features of the machine; -German manufactured, not a clone. -low hours, and well maintained by prior owner -uses Schmetz 794S needles -can sew up to 3/4" using up to size 346 thread -has a swing away edge guide, as well as a flat edge guide -large bobbins -multiple pressor feet -brand new servo motor from Bob Kovar ...sews like a snail to a rabbit with plenty of power -includes stand Thanks for looking! Mike

Greetings all, I have an Adler 204-370 for sale that I erroneously listed in the sewing machine section. Please take a look if you are interested. I'm asking $1650. Thanks for your time, sorry for the mix up. Mike NY

I realized I put this in the wrong forum in haste...my apologies....mods please move or delete, sorry for the trouble. Thanks. Mike

Greetings, I am selling my Adler 204-370 flatbed machine. I traded a manually operated machine with another member about a year ago because I wanted a powered machine that enabled me to guide material using both hands. I no longer need the flatbed option and want to move on to a cylinder arm machine. The Adler sews great and is built like a tank. It had a speed reducer and clutch motor on when I got it, but I swapped them out for a servo motor that I purchased from Bob Kovar, new. You can sew from a snail's pace to a rabbit's at the turn of a dial and it lays down a really nice looking stitch. It has been maintained well. I am selling it complete with the stand and servo motor, plus I will throw in the old clutch motor and speed reducer pulley if the buyer wants it. Ideally a deal within driving distance would be great, but of course its not a deal breaker. I would be willing to drive a few hours or so to meet someone halfway or whatever. Shipping would be the responsibility of the buyer, but I will work with you. I am asking $1650 for the whole shootin' match. Thanks for taking the time. Mike Long Island, NY

This machine has been traded......to me! I drove from Long Island to NH today and swapped AwHarness my Luberto's #9 for the Adler. I wanted a powered walking foot and he was looking for the portability of the #9. Great guy to deal with. Worth the 10 hrs in the truck and my subsequently herniated discs. OutEast

Thanks for posting, I will work on the pics.

Ken, Thanks for the reply. I know I made it out like I was sitting in front of the machine with drool coming out of my mouth and two bolts protruding from my neck but I'm not that bad...I think at this time I'm looking for a little automation, and being able to use both hands to guide the work and run the machine as opposed to guiding and cranking with the #9. I know the #9 can be powered, but do not want to go through the trouble. I think a 441 clone with a servo motor better suits my needs. Thanks for your input. Out East

Greetings All, I have been involved in leatherwork for a bit now, primarily making holsters and gun belts for co-workers and friends. Until last year all my sewing was done by hand. I decided that purchasing a machine would be a sound investment enabling me to speed up production. My brother found me a great deal on a Luberto's #9 harness stitcher and I took the plunge and picked it up. It sewed great, and still does, and I thought it looked great for a machine stitch. This being my first powered machine it took a bit of adjustment on my part. I am not too mechanically inclined. I got the process down and sewed along, albeit with adjustments here and there, and a few calls to Tony Luberto, who, btw, is extremely helpful and a nice guy to boot. As I mentioned prior, the machine makes a great stitch. Having used it for a year has led me to think perhaps it isn't the machine for me. Adjustments and changes are somewhat complicated (again, for ME) and the two handed operation of turning the wheel and holding the work is getting old. Don't get me wrong the video that comes with it explains everything in detail should you have any questions, but it was beyond my level of mechanical ability. I feel this is a machine better suited for a more experienced leatherworker who is better acquainted with these types of stitchers. I would like to move on to a 441 clone, specifically a Cobra class 3. I think this machine would more than fit my needs. I think the #9 is more of a tinkerer's machine, someone who can get in there and tweak it without worry. Like I said I got a great deal on the #9 and would love to pass on a great deal to someone else. I would only be looking for the amount of money to cover the cost of a new Cobra Class 3. I'm kind of thinking out loud here. Any suggestions? Is this a wise decision? Any insight and or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks for your time, sorry for the long winded post. Out East

Nice work. Perhaps shortening the width of the "wings" will prevent the binding and provide more stability. What weight/type leather did you use? Mike

Art, Abn, and Tony, Thanks for the information and suggestions! I, unfortunately only have the one type of white thread on hand. I have run the thread through 2 types of leather and have the same results. I will try and remove most traces of oil and see if that might help. I only say a once over with the cleaning because I can physically see traces of oil around the stitch holes. Could the factory applied thread lube cause that? Sorry for rambling, just need to find a solution rather quickly. Thanks again! Mike

Definately oil. I can't see where I have over oiled, and am having a hard time with this. ANY help would be greatly appreciated, as this is holding up a customer's holster. Thanks again! Mike