Consew 333RB-1 vs Seiko LSW28BL

[Happycow]

I'm sewing canvas and leather bags. Which is best for the job?

[Wizcrafts]

1 hour ago, Happycow said:

I'm sewing canvas and leather bags. Which is best for the job?

I'm not familiar with either machine. But, I googled both and found that the main difference is that the Seiko is a compound feed walking foot machine, while the Consew is merely a needle feed machine. The walking foot would have an advantage if you have to sew over new layers and tall seams. Its compound feed will simply walk up and down over these changes in layers. The needle feed machine will stop against a new layer unless it is very thin. Both machines are double neelde machines. You'll need to learn how to turn corners properly and balance the knots with two tensioners and bobbin tension springs. Both use large bobbins.

In some instances, time is money. If your sewing is based on an hourly charge, the needle feed machine will probably spin faster and run smoother.

There was a discussion about the Seiko in 2016, here: 

 

[Happycow]

Thanks for that insight. Much appreciated