MelindaMcM

Hi all. I'm new to the site. I'm looking into one of the Consew 701s as well. Does anyone know the max thread that can be used in the needle and bobbin? I'm only looking to sew handbags and clothes (no holsters, sheaths, or harnesses), so nothing heavy duty needed. 138 should be fine. Also, anyone now the sewing capacity for leather? I see foot clearance on the Consew site, but no mention of leather thickness that can be sewed.