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Hi Wiz, thanks for the detailed reply. That is a wealth of information that I did not have, and could not even have asked for, given my limited knowledge of leather sewing machines.
You brought up a very valid point that I had not considered, which is identifying machines that perform well on thin, flimsy matierals.
I also appreciate the breakdown on the Chinese clones and how to connect with your sponsors.
Appreciate your time and look forward to being more active on the forums.
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Hi Everyone, I've enjoyed reading many of your questions and answers, finally have a question of my own. I've searched the forum for similar questions, but didnt find the answers I was looking for.
I'd like to purcahse a leather sewing machine and my budget it $1200. I do not practice western style leather-craft. I mainly craft accessories, such as wallets, bags, backpacks, purses, pouches, some small garments. When I am working with 6oz+ leather I am confortable to hand-sew. With the previously mentioned articles, I'd like to boost my productivity by purchasing a machine. I need to be able to do fine work, such as stiching several layers of feather skived ends together.
With a $1200 budget, new or used, what would you recommend purchasing?
Is it better to get a 'post' or 'flatbed' style machine.
You don't have to write a lot in support of your answers, just a make a model number...but feel free to say why.
Some options I've seen locally
Juki LU 1508 $1300
I'm located in Canada...
$1200 Sewing Machine Budget, What Would You Buy?
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Wiz, can I get your take on a JUKI DNU-1541S compared to the features your listed on the LU-1508? With the 1541 perform as well on the thin material I'm working with? Thanks so much for your help