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It has made my machine from scrap into operational so am very pleased!

Here are some photos of the new bolts in the machine and out, as well as the part number diagram (with thanks to amuckart for the original copy :-) ) As I said, they weren't cheap! So I would need to ask £20 each (ex postage). The engineer didn't differentiate between sizes, he just charged me the same per bolt. Hex head Small slotted Bolts in the machine Diagram showing part numbers

Hi all, a while ago I posted on here asking if any kind people had some spare bolts/screws for the No 6 harness machine as am doing mine up and a few had sheared off. I (really my dad!) had managed to drill the old ones out without harming the thread but I couldn't find any replacements. I had some sent from Australia which gave me one that I needed, then I went to see other companies who told me I would need to order 5000 (!!!) but they could be made. Well, update is I found a very nice engineer in Cirencester who has made me some! They weren't cheap but I now have a properly working No 6 for the first time since I bought it! I didn't notice these sheared off bolts when I bought it and had I seen them I wouldn't have got it but you live and learn. Anyway, I have a couple of extras so if anyone has need of the large hex head bolts that attach one of the plates to the side of the head or the slot head small bolts that position these plates before the main bolts secure them then do get in contact. My friendly engineer told me in 30 odd years he had not seen a thread like it. He usually works on classic cars and was doing something to a Ferrari Testarossa the same week he did my bolts for me. I only needed two of the bolts copied but I am sure he would do others if people needed him to.

I did read your refurb post with interest, it is what prompted me to post myself as before then I was unsure as to how complete the remaining machines are, seeing as mine seems to be missing most of it's accessories along with some important screws! The real beauty is their simplicity which means it is repairable thank goodness. I do have the bobbin winder which now has a fancy new wooden handle rescued from an old and past it domestic Singer. It is without the wax tray unfortunately and it seems to have a different number on it to the machine so they may not be originally paired up together. Right, photos of my machine before I started on it (hope they work!). It is now much cleaner and has the broken off crews removed as well as the shuttle spring replaced etc. All I need to do is replace the screws then get the alignment correct and it should be good to go. It would be nice to repaint including the gold but I need to sell it on for financial/space reasons so that will have to be down to the new owner should they wish to do it.

Hi Constabulary, thank you for the reply. It would be amazing if you had some screws spare! I think the numbers on the hex screw are 174E and the square head flange is 8L 237E but they are tiny so not entirely sure that is correct. The cross heads don;t have numbers. I will post piccies once I work out how to ... !

The line I draw for my pricking iron is the same width as the iron so it fits into the line, has an added advantage of creating a slight dip for the stitches to recess into so they don't wear as quickly or rub.

I use unwaxed Coats linen thread in 3/18 which I then wax myself for my hand stitching and usually during normal stitching it doesn't break. I do however snap it almost instantly if I have to double wrap the thread over the needle to create a tighter hold for example rolled work. I have come to the conclusion that if the thread is wrapped around itself more than once it will snap. Also because it is unwaxed to start with if I haven't waxed it enough it will snap once the twist has started unravelling at the ends, bit more wax at the key moment stops this. Personally not keen on Tiger thread for hand stitching unless for lacing in a saddle but it is certainly strong!

Hi all, I have just posted in the sewing machine section so thought I had best introduce myself too! I have come across this forum on and off for the last few years and thought it time I joined. I have been working as a saddler since starting at Cordwainer's College in 2000, I am now a Master and run my own business making bespoke bridles mainly for the dressage market over in the UK. I have just replaced my BUSMC No6 machine with a Juki LU-1509NH specifically to stitch rubber onto reins, everything else I do is by hand. Not sure what else to say really except hello!

Hi all, new member here so be kind! I bought a no6 a number of years ago and have only recently put it all together to get it running. Two screws were broken off in the holes which have now been removed so I am in search of replacements. I am also missing another screw completely. I have got some Whitworth screws coming but they will have allen heads to them so I am hoping one of you lovely people may have some spare screws you would be willing to sell to me?! I would love to replace the screws with matching ones if at all possible. I have attached a photo, I am in need of another hex head the same to the one on the bottom row far left, another square head flange the same as the one next to the hex and two slot head the same as top row third from right and another shorter one. I have measured them but not ever having measured screws and threads before I am not entirely confident! The hex measures 3/16" diameter 3/4" long (excluding head) and has 48 TPI (I think!) The square head is 3/16" diameter and 11/16" long (excluding head) The longer cross head is 3/16" diameter x 1/2", shorter is 7/16" long and 5/32" diameter. I know this is a tall order but you never know, no harm in asking I look forward to hearing from you!