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Pfaff 141 Roller Feed 1964 with original receipt Originally bought the machine for the table for my 145, but after cleaning it up and finding the original receipt I thought it must be worth something to someone! It appears all parts are original, including the box, pan and lifter, thread stand and mount, the rollers and gear puller. It even has Pfaff needles. It is in excellent condition with what appears is little to no wear. The person I purchased it from has had it for decades said it was used to se leather patches on custom suites. Been sitting in storage for many years. Works well, no problems at all. Original receipt detailing all the parts. I have another receipt with more parts. Also has the Pfaff lamp I'll take some more pictures of. Any questions, videos let me know! Not sure what its worth, I'd really just like it to go to someone who would really appreciate it for what it is. Price is nominally $600. Hi res pictures here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/hQLU1mr6devF8b9B8 Located in Sharon Springs NY. Frequently in Albany NY, as far up as Queensbury NY on a regular basis.

I am looking to buy my first leather sewing machine, I want to primarily make bags, and moccasin style shoes. 2 maybe 3 layers of 6-8 oz softer temper leather. I also like to stitch designs on to webbing belts (2 layers of seat belt webbing). The likelihood of me making a holster or sheath out of leather is slim to none. I might venture into leather belts. So here is where I am going to ask for help. What is the difference between roller feed , active roller feeds (techsew 830) and walking feet (techsew 860) for my applications I have only previously used a pfaff 545 & 1245 so I am familiar with how a walking foot operates, I am more curious what are the advantages and disadvantages of both. I will say I really like the idea of being able to see my needle as it plunges into the leather. I know my weaknesses are long straight lines and over or under running where I want to go because I am horrible at guessing where my needle/target is under the presser foot. I know that no one machine will do everything I want to do but I want a fairly versatile machine to start with and then pick up a 227R or similar cylinder arm medium duty machine that's capable of running 207 or better thread. I would like to get a machine in the next month so please help me understand what is going on, the pros and the cons. If you know of a good article, post or video link it or pm me. Thanks I need all the help I can get.