Pfaff Model No.335/17B .h2S

[leatheroo]

Can anyone give me some information on this machine? I believe it is unison feed...is this the same as compound feed? I have a singer 45k25, and it works great with a size 25 needle, but if i go down to a 22 needle, i am getting skipped stitches and broken needles. I notice that if i am putting any pressure on the leather the needle is flexing a bit and i think this is the problem. The pfaff is for sale just up the road from me and i was thinking of having a look at it. Would this be suitable for using with the smaller needles and thinner leather? I have googled the 335 model and watched the youtube vids on it but i dont know what the 17b.H2S means. If i go and look at it, what problems should i be looking for? I have been looking for a walking foot...compound feed machine but the prices in Oz are a bit ridiculous and this machine would be in my price range and it is a cyclinder model which i like and find very versatile.

Thanks for any help!!

cheers

[jimsaddler]

Hi Roo

quick answer is yes, for lighter stuff. Like Handbags, Binding and the like. If the price is right, they usually sell for over $1200. here. Ring me about the Needle problem and I'll run you through it.

Kindest Regards.

Jim Saddler.

Can anyone give me some information on this machine? I believe it is unison feed...is this the same as compound feed? I have a singer 45k25, and it works great with a size 25 needle, but if i go down to a 22 needle, i am getting skipped stitches and broken needles. I notice that if i am putting any pressure on the leather the needle is flexing a bit and i think this is the problem. The pfaff is for sale just up the road from me and i was thinking of having a look at it. Would this be suitable for using with the smaller needles and thinner leather? I have googled the 335 model and watched the youtube vids on it but i dont know what the 17b.H2S means. If i go and look at it, what problems should i be looking for? I have been looking for a walking foot...compound feed machine but the prices in Oz are a bit ridiculous and this machine would be in my price range and it is a cyclinder model which i like and find very versatile.

Thanks for any help!!

cheers