kgg

Yes, the 1341 machine should be all dolled up in the next few days with a 8" x8" mini nose table attachment as well as the other machine / table mounted accessories in place. look forward to hearing what you decide. kgg

I agree with Wiz, go to the dealer and ask to use a 2750 with and without a needle positioner, some people fine them good others not so much. Being able to go to the dealer has great advantages both in the initial purchasing of the machine and having local support to quickly resolve any issues should any arise down the road. Also you can then decide if you really need or just would like the upgrades over the basic 2750 which I think would be about an extra $500 plus tax. If you decide to go with a speed reducer later on keep in mind that it can affect the proper operation of the needle positioner. Ask the dealer if adding one would possibly create a problem. I would also bring a sample of what you want to sew as well.

Simply gorgeous!!!! kgg

It appears it depends on what country you live in. If you are in Australia seems you get a defined warranty - 1yr parts and labour but in North America seems to be a bit different. More of a limited warranty with a no charge warranty service from the retailer. kgg

After much investigating, reading technical specs and my own testing I have mostly converted to 1lb cones of Coats Dubond Bonded Polyseter and for Bonded Nylon I use A&E thread. The cheap Chinese stuff, particularly black bonded nylon in 8 oz cones, doesn't hold a candle too either. It is a little more expensive but much, much better quality. kgg

Save yourself the hassle, buy the brand name that the clones are aspiring to copy. Either the Juki 1541S or better the Juki 1508. You will not be disappointed. kgg

I have not heard that the tariffs on the machines from China have been lifted in the US. Be interesting to see how much the price drops once they are lifted. kgg

You haven't said what you are planning on making mostly, thickness, thread size. Without knowing what you want to make it is hard to say what machine would be best, suiting your needs. It maybe that a flatbed would be better suited to your sewing needs. kgg

Nicely done. kgg

Remember by once, cry once. kgg

Quality / dependability, plain and simple. The last I checked the Juki 1541s is still made in Japan not China. The Juki is the standard that the Chinese clones try to measure up against. kgg

Once all this settles down, maybe companies may have too look at not having all their manufacturing / suppliers in one country. kgg

I agree but doesn't Juki 341: 1. usually have the nameplate rivet to the machine which means two holes should be present where the weird square intention is. 2. doesn't look like the normal Juki latch connecting the base to the sewing machine 3. the metal seems to be cut back further towards the main body on the bottom of the cylinder. I would investigate further as if I remember someone in France had a problem with a Pfaff branded machine that wasn't. kgg

I agree. Since this is going to be a expensive investment go visit dealers with your stuff in hand and sew with the size / type thread you want to use. No one machine is going to do both ends of the sewing / thickness spectrum. I think the machine that was recommended is going to tear the hell out of the thin stuff since your requirement is only for appearance and not structure. There are videos of the difference between the Juki 8700 vs Juki 1181 vs Juki 1541 vs Juki 1508 using the same material and how the 1541 and 1508 destroy the same thin material. The object is to use the right machine with the right needle system for the job otherwise it is like using a sledge hammer to hammer in a finishing nail. Also getting the stitch length perfect every time maybe a chore for awhile since it has the reverse and stitch length on the same lever. Remember buy once, cry once.

I agree with dikman. Handwheel doesn't appear to be wobbling, I think it is the needle positioning unit either not properly centred on the machines main shaft or a fault in the positioning attachment unit itself. kgg

I am very impressed and from what I can gather a USA product. It looks like it is begging for a nice slow speed servo. This one seems to be a game changer for people needing a heavy duty machine. I hope this one catches on. kgg

I would tend to be cautious, maybe bordering on a little a healthy paranoia and use some form of disinfection until a reliable source can confirm the life expectancy of this virus on all types of surfaces. All of us remember the SARS outbreak in Ontario.

Have you tried to smooth out the aggressiveness of the presser foot on your patcher? Also what thread are you thinking about using? Wouldn't a walking foot be better rather then a jump foot like whats on your patcher? Wouldn't a Singer 7-33 class machine be more suited to what you would be looking for then the J&R? kgg

I would suggest buying a sheet of HDPE in 3/8 or 1/2" thickness. Up hear HDPE is commonly know a puck board as it is used in lining the side walls of hockey arenas. A 4'x 8' sheet then can be cut easily with a jig saw or table saw to the sizes / shape you need and a sheet should cost about $150 to $200 CA. kgg

I don't think it will. My reasoning: 1. The Barracuda is only rating for max V138 thread if tweaked by Reliable, which shouldn't be that hard to do yourself. If I am not mistaken for leather holsters you need V207 thread size or better. 2. As the machine comes with a domestic sewing machine motor it isn't going to have either the torque or speed control for heavy punching without what is called the Monster wheel. Keeping a good speed control with the little foot pedal of the domestic sewing machine motor is going to be a challenge. Years ago a local upholster drop a Barracuda in a standard table and put a servo on it with very good success. Remind you of the Tandy machine. 3. Also a drawback of the portable machines is getting stitch consistency with thicker materials. I have pushed the Barracuda to above it's limits by stuffing as much material as possible under the presser foot probably closer to 1/2 " by lifting the presser foot up and then down on top of a combination of material but it wasn't pretty. 4. The presser feet and feed dog are typically very aggressive but that can be overcomed otherwise it will leave imprints in the leather. My conclusion is that for holsters it is the wrong machine as will be any of the portable walking foot sewing machines. kgg

How large do you need the template to be? kgg

As a suggestion since we are all built differently ( short legs, short arms and vise versa ) as well with age some of us get a little thicker around the middle, why not stand in front of a full length mirror. Using a template or old holster see what position fits your gun best, feels most comfortable and go from there. You may fine a limited holster swivel maybe best. kgg

I am sure someone from that area can guide you as what price can be expected to be paid for a Singer 29k-58. Prices can be all over the place from a couple of hundred to plus $1000. kgg

A lot is going to depend on what part of the world your in. kgg

The way I see the specs it is rated for V33 to V69 yet it is capable of accepting up to a size 21 needle which is good for V92. To use V92 thread according to specs you need to go up to a DSC-246. kgg