I'm very new to machine sewing anything heavy. I have been looking for a walking foot machine that I can use for a boat project redoing vinyl cushions and repairing/customizing a canvas enclosure; but that opened up a Pandora's box of other potential projects I want to be capable of, from quivers, arm guards, and sheaths to repairing tarps or my wife's hand bags. I may even end up getting into leather work in a more general and artistic way.
I was leaning towards a cylinder bed machine, but I have the opportunity to buy a Durkopp Adler 367 for $1300 that I was told was $5000 new.
I'm very mechanically inclined, and comfortable with lots of different types of tool repair and setup, but admittedly haven't worked on anything more than my basic home machine, and an antique Singer.
Any info about whether this is a potentially good buy, or a machine versatile enough for my needs would be greatly appreciated!