Pfaff 118

[sewingsailor]

There is a Pfaff 118 industrial zigzag that is being offered to me for a great price. I have, however, been unable to find out very much about the machine; I know it is a semi self oiler, has reverse, and comes with table, light and motor. What I don't know, however, is what weight thread it can handle. I saw a youtube video of one sewing on leather but it wasn't particularly heavy duty so I am still uncertain. Does anyone have one of these machines or know if it can handle heavier thread weight? I would like to use the machine to sew sails as well as purses, and some leather jackets. Any info would be appreciated!

[CowboyBob]

I would never sell one to someone wanting to sew leather.

Bob

[sandyt]

Hi,

I have had one. Didn't like it. Not suitable for leather. Great for clothing and such. Ik think its semi industrial?

But it has a big clearance underneath the foot. I think it was 9 mm. That's more than other machines in this cattegory.

Sandy.

[Wizcrafts]

I had one also. It was very quiet in operation and sewed a reasonably wide stitch, but not as wide as the Singer 20U zig-zag machine.

Do not attempt to sew anything like belt leather with that machine! You will break needles.

It sews okay with #69 bonded nylon thread.

I used it for freehand embroidery on denim and nylon vests, and for hemming cloth garments.