Singer 29k62

[Singer 29k62]

Stitchers1: The Pilgram site can you place give me the ling to it… I tried to find it but pilgrim is a common used word and I got anything but the site I was logging for.

http://www.pilgrimshoemachine.com/

[Singer 31 series owners -needle question]

I got this info after emailing schmetz...

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According to our lists, the Singer 31-15 uses needle system 34 ®. Our catalogue number for this system is 12:05.

Except the normal round point "R", this system is also available with the following cutting points for stitching leather:

S

P

PCR

PCL

LR

LL

D

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Still looking for first hand info.

[Singer 31 series owners -needle question]

I have a 31-15 that I've refreshed and tuned/timed.

Now I'm completely confused about needles so I'm asking for suggestions.

I'd like to purchase Schmetz brand but can't seem to figure out the system. Can anyone tell me what they are using and where they purchased them?

I'd like to order leather specific needles with various types of points but I can't seem to find a place that offers options.

[Singer 31-15 +Servo?]

I changed the needle presser bar

I have some extra cowboy boot lasts in mens' medium width [D] from 9-13 or 14 with a dress toe if anyone wants to start up making them.

Alex,

Why did you change the presser bar. I'm new to bootmaking and want to change my 31-15 out to a roller foot. I actually have the roller foot, the single feed dog and matching feed plate. Just wondering if there is a need to change the presser bar.

Also, how much do you want for a pair of lasts?

[collet/chuck for awls]

why wouldn't you go ask Barry King or Bob Douglas???

I spoke with Bob Douglas today at the Wickenburg show. He said they machine their own collets/chucks.

I saw Barry King today as well and didn't feel comfortable asking.

[collet/chuck for awls]

Anyone know where to get the collets or chucks for awls?

I'd like to take a stab(pun intended) at making a few handles for my stitching awls

[Razor Sharp edge making system]

I bought the razor sharp system last summer along with a harbor freight grinder. I never found it easy to work with nor did I ever achieve results anywhere close to what I expected.

I now use a combination water stone which works well for me.

[.45 cal GUN HOLSTER recently built....with BULLET RIVETS]

I like it. I'm new to leatherworking but everything about the holster (and it's contents) appeals to me. Nice job!

[Problems with 31-15]

I forgot I have a 31-15 so I went and had a look in the workshop and I still have it. It worked the last time I used it about 10 years ago but I'd just like to know if parts are still available should I ever need any.

Tony.

Parts are still available. It remains a very popular machine in the shoe & bootmaking world.

[granite block]

Grizzly has an 18" x 24" granite surface plate for $49.95 and the stand is $59.95.

http://grizzly.com/products/category.aspx?key=260040

I have one and I use it frequently. Excellent deal.

That's a really good price for the plate. Shipping is a killer though... brings it to over $110.

I bought two 12"x18"x3" pieces for $24 each from Enco and used a free shipping code which is easily found via google. The catch was... the items had to be shipped UPS which limited anything larger than the sizes I bought due to weight. I couldnt imagine trying to move anything larger... 18"x24" is 180lbs.

http://www.use-enco.com/CGI/INPDFF?PMPAGE=...PMITEM=640-0140