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Hi All, I am on the market for a new sewing machine and I am pretty certain that I am going to go with the Cobra Class 3. The one thing I am hung up on is the threading options. All of my work has been hand stitched. I am a big fan of Tiger Polyester Braided Thread Waxed (Ritza 25) sold by Abbey England supplier. Question: Can waxed braided polyester thread be feed through these machines? - What nylon thread is similar to the braided polyester? - Should I just spend the extra $700 dollars and get the Cobra class 4, or can I get away with the class 3? I make rifle scabbards, knife sheaths, belts, bags. I think that the CAMPBELL Lock-Stitch and UNION Lock-Stitch can run other types of thread, but I have read that they have a steep learning curve, in limited supply and pretty pricey - so those machines are not currently an option. I have no experience with these machines so it will be an adventure, but I want make the right choice. Thanks!

For Sale 2 COBRA Class 18 Compound Needle Feed (Triple Feed) Walking Foot Sewing Machines for $1100 a piece. Both machines are in excellent condition and located in Huntsville, AL. Features: Sews up to 20 oz. (depending on material) Compound Needle Feed (Triple Feed) Walking Foot Big Bobbin (M style) Uses thread sizes from 69 to 207 Safety Clutch for hook protection Digital D.C. Servo Motor Heavy Duty Speed Reducer Flat Bed stand with locking casters LED light Thread stand and bobbin winder

The Leather Machine Cobra Class 4-P with Electronic Needle Positioning System. Premium Package. Used less than 2 hours sewing time. Sold the business. $2,500 Located in Minnesota, will ship. This sewing machine was purchased new in 2013 for $3,095 ($2,695 premium package plus upgraded with $400 positioning motor). The COBRA Class 4 will sew from 6 oz. to 7/8″ leather for sewing skirting, all types of tack, bullet loops, chap leather and everything in between with ease. The COBRA Class 4 comes with many features including our heavy-duty multi-purpose presser feet. They are strong and compact, allowing you to sew in small areas easier than ever before. Specifications: •Upgraded to a Speed Digital DC Servo Motor with Positioning System •Needle Position Motor with Synchronizer •Featuring Needle Up/Needle Down Capabilities •16 ½ " Cylinder Arm •Sews from 6 oz. to 7/8″ •Thread sizes from 69 to 415 •Triple Feed mechanism •Built in bobbin winder •Reverse stitches in same holes •Stitch Length from 3-22 stitches an inch •Sews pads, blankets, webbing, canvas, bio-plastics, upholstery, etc. . . •28 LED Super Beam Lamp •Heavy Duty Speed Reducer •Heavy Duty pedestal stand with locking casters •Thread Stand Includes Premium Accessory Package: •Left Toe Presser Foot •Open Toe Center Foot •Double Toe Presser Foot •Right Toe Presser Foot •Work Platform •Size 25 7X4 Leather Point Needles •Size 24 7X4 Leather Point Needles •Size 23 7X4 Leather Point Needles •Holster Plate •Stirrup Plate •Slotted Plate Bobbins •Blanket Set (Inside & Outside Feet w/ Feed Dog) •Heavy Duty Roller Edge Guide •LDA-1 Magnetic LED Light •Oil and tool package •Owner and parts manual •Instructional DVD