Ordered A Cobra Class 4

[DieselTech]

7 minutes ago, purplefox66 said:

Watch al bane for leather on YouTube he is a wealth of info

Yeah I have been watching his videos, case I do encounter a problem. Which I'm sure is going to happen. 

Thanks. 

[dikman]

I'm sure you'll love it! The class 4 machines are built like tanks, are almost bulletproof and will sew through almost anything - but they are quite capable of breaking these heavy needles (so don't force thick items through them!!).

[DieselTech]

23 minutes ago, dikman said:

I'm sure you'll love it! The class 4 machines are built like tanks, are almost bulletproof and will sew through almost anything - but they are quite capable of breaking these heavy needles (so don't force thick items through them!!).

Thanks. Yeah I been dreaming up stuff to make or at least try to make. 

I plan on trying/experimenting with it on some kydex sheaths & holsters. I hear of people sewing plastics with the class 4.

Kind of planning maybe a canvas tent/tarp.

[DieselTech]

Guys & gals is a #25 needle going to be best for the 277 thread I plan on using. 

Lmao I finally was able to afford the machine & cant afford the needles. I did not realize the needles would cost $25/10needles. 

Thanks.

[Hildebrand]

@DieselTech try this link,https://www.ebay.com/itm/10-Organ-7X4NW-DYX3LL-794LL-Leather-Point-Sewing-Machine-Needles-Singer-Consew/400730390609?var=670274800836,  this is where I have been getting them, I think I use 24 for 277 thread.

Todd

[CowboyBob]

1 hour ago, DieselTech said:

Guys & gals is a #25 needle going to be best for the 277 thread I plan on using. 

Lmao I finally was able to afford the machine & cant afford the needles. I did not realize the needles would cost $25/10needles. 

Thanks.

We sell the same needle for $16.00 a pack of 10

[DieselTech]

2 hours ago, Hildebrand said:

@DieselTech try this link,https://www.ebay.com/itm/10-Organ-7X4NW-DYX3LL-794LL-Leather-Point-Sewing-Machine-Needles-Singer-Consew/400730390609?var=670274800836,  this is where I have been getting them, I think I use 24 for 277 thread.

Todd

Thanks. I will check them out. Appreciate it.

[DieselTech]

2 hours ago, CowboyBob said:

We sell the same needle for $16.00 a pack of 10

Thanks Bob. Sounds like you got the deal of the week on needles. Everywhere I look, they are priced at $20 & above. 

[JLSleather]

4 hours ago, Hildebrand said:

@DieselTech try this link,https://www.ebay.com/itm/10-Organ-7X4NW-DYX3LL-794LL-Leather-Point-Sewing-Machine-Needles-Singer-Consew/400730390609?var=670274800836,  this is where I have been getting them, I think I use 24 for 277 thread.

Todd

exactly what i use - LL  point, #24

pics show close up of the difference in a couple styles.  the LL and LR points are the SAME needle size, same thread size, and same stitch length.  The LR is kinda lacy and girlie, doesn't pull as deep, and makes the stitch LOOK longer (it isnt)

teh LL pulls in deep, results in a very straight and tight stitch, with a hole geometry unlikey to tear.

[AlZilla]

Congratulations on the purchase!  Somewhere (and I can't find it right now) Alexander Dyer has a video using what looks like a Cobra 26 sewing canvas to plywood.

Maybe you could sew a fender on to your car.

 

Got it:

 

Edited March 14, 2024 by AlZilla