Spicytacoman

@Wizcrafts I seen a guy post a 206rb5 on facebook marketplace an hour away from me for $900 5 hours ago. I messaged him hopefully I can get it. Anything I should look for when inspecting it?

I appreciate it. I want suggestions and if I can have a machine for my budget I'd rather someone say "hey you're not going to be happy with a machine for your work because xyz..." we can always spend more money but I find it really hard to believe I have to spend 2k... When I first started looking I was considering the Janome 3500h because everyone said it was an actual heavy duty as opposed to the singer/brothers. But I know that wasn't enough because the motor will give like my last Brother machine I paid $250 for.. live and learn. But is the gap from $350 realistically $2000? I had a Chinese shoe patcher for about a week before I sent it back, Kept getting out of time and left mark all over the leather even after I sanded the foot down and it was supposed to be for shoes! Maybe my expectations are just unrealistic? I want to do more without feeling like I have to work for $10/hr hand sewing to compete and keep doing what I enjoy. I love making leather stuff but the time on labor is really hitting me.

Hey man, I appreciate your knowledge but you also need to consider that not everyone want or likes the idea of spending $2000 on a sewing machine especially when it might now pay off for them, I appreciate your feedback but you comment really isn't aligning with what "I" need. I'm already at a point where i don't want to spend this money and I'm being suggested things over my budget. It is really unsettling. and I get it but it isn't helping my situation. Do you think that medium temper chrome tan at 14 oz is going to cause a jam? I don't sew veg tan that thick at the moment either.. I'm just curious. I'm an audiophile and have been down many rabbit holes of the next best but I've also tested things for less price that I would reconsider my opinion on things and would really like not to just splurge because a certain machine has so much headroom you can't mess up. I also spoke with a couple repair shops that said the safety clutch can be a pain as it isn't so simple to reset after it engages and a lot of customers opt to take it out. Have you heard anything on that?

So with that being said I can get the 1206rb-1 for $1550 shipped. Would there be any other recommendations or this is as good as im going to get for what I can spend right now? New that is. I dont think I want to go used and end up with something I font know how to fix just yet and have to waste time learning instead of stitching right away after assembly.

aww, okay.. Thank you for updating me, that was really kind of you to go out of your way!

I tried calling around for 3 weeks but couldn't find any that have industrial style machines. One shop stated there was one in Orlando called Sunstate Industrial but they shut down the business awhile back... I'm really torn, I'd hate to buy a machine and not sell but I also love the hobby so don't think I will stop making for at least personal use, as for selling I feel like my products are look great but just not in the right price range. Debating on the whole stitching pony idea to speed up the saddle stitch until I made some sales but my stitching still isn't 100% professional looking. Which is why I'm trying to get something cheaper if possible but of course want it to last. Grown man about to start tearing up and crying over here lol joking.

Well toledo sewing machine sells it for $1449. With shipping to a warehouse near orlando being an extra $250 it comes out to $1700. If I want it shipped to my home it is $400 for shipping. I wish it were as cheap as $1000 haha.

That was a true pleasure to read. In the beginning I never gave much though to thread size and now realize how important it is to thicker items and machines as well. It is just a shame the entry points for leatherworking is a bit intimidating but it'll clear up some of the issues im having right now.

Bingo! im trying plus im not very fast qt saddle stitching and my results aren't always clean. 2 birds 1 stone hehe

That is what im saying! I definetly noticed. I think I have great products but most people are looking for style and low cost. I have the style just not the low cost because I can't physically lower the labor. This is why I am trying to get something to help lower it. No guarantee of sales but will help appeal to the lower cost audience. I think I will be using #138 for right now since that is what I have on hand at the moment. I may just get the 1206rb since toledo can ship it for around $1550. I can't find anything that can compete or anyone that will say so otherwise for me work environment :p

Im interested let me know i can pick up tomorrow through Saturday cash in hand depending on where in florids you are located You the man thanks for that I also sent him a pm too!

What is the price?

Im already crying with the thought of spending $1500 haha. Thing is,, I'm not really selling much at the moment because the amount of time it takes to stitch things brings my price up past what others are offering. Thats why Im considering a machine to be reasonably priced and make more per hour essentially. So it feels like a shot in the foot not having sales and investing even more lol.

Right im trying to stay in the new section Because I don't really know what I'm doing with these sewing machine so I wanna make sure I get something that starts off strong. That cobra 26 though!!

That is a fantastic deal! Wow. I hope he isn't too far. Still need more recommendations in case I cant buy from him but that is certainly a fantastic deal!

I would be interested. im in davenport Florida. Please let me know

Looking for recommendations for best bang for the buck under $1500. Im currently making leather goods no thicker than 1/4 mostly wallets at 3/16-1/4. Making totes and clutches not nearly as thick. I am currently looking at the consew 206rb-5 and the consew 1206rb-1. Leaning towards the 1206rb-1 since it is cheaper and has the servo motor already. This is my first "real" sewing machine and going without the servo may be too fast for me. Also, if there are any recommendations that are cheaper that are highly recommended for my work criteria I would be happy to take a look too!. Please no recommendations over $1500 that is almost uncomfortable already for me :)