Members HCM Posted October 19, 2011 Author Members Report Posted October 19, 2011 I would like to know what model is a step up from the Pfaff 335, and what machine would be equivalent or maybe a step up from the Juki DNU-1541s. Quote
Moderator Wizcrafts Posted October 19, 2011 Moderator Report Posted October 19, 2011 I would like to know what model is a step up from the Pfaff 335, and what machine would be equivalent or maybe a step up from the Juki DNU-1541s. I can't help you with Pfaff machines. But, I can tell you that the next step up from the DNU-1541 would be a Juki LU-1508 NH. This machine is factory converted for high lift and system 190 needles. It uses the same big Juki bobbins and accepts all type "111" feet and attachments, of which there are dozens of styles. The next step after that is a CB2500, shown here. This machine is made to sew up to 7/16 all day long, with thread sizes 138 through 346. The foot lifts exactly 1/2 inch and can be replaced with a large roller foot, or "harness" foot. As Art mentioned, you could move up to a 441 clone, based on the Juki 441 type. They sew up to 7/8", with thread sizes 92 through 415. However, there are very few presser foot options available. Quote Posted IMHO, by Wiz My current crop of sewing machines: Cowboy CB4500, Singer 107w3, Singer 139w109, Singer 168G101, Singer 29k71, Singer 31-15, Singer 111w103, Singer 211G156, Adler 30-7 on power stand, Techsew 2700, Fortuna power skiver and a Pfaff 4 thread 2 needle serger.
Members HCM Posted October 19, 2011 Author Members Report Posted October 19, 2011 Yeah, I really want to move to Pfaff, just because I have more availability for parts in my particular needs. Quote
Moderator Wizcrafts Posted October 19, 2011 Moderator Report Posted October 19, 2011 Yeah, I really want to move to Pfaff, just because I have more availability for parts in my particular needs. You should find a Pfaff dealer, with machines in stock, and present your requirements to them. Are you in the USA, Canada, Europe, or elsewhere? Your About Me page says nothing about your location. Quote Posted IMHO, by Wiz My current crop of sewing machines: Cowboy CB4500, Singer 107w3, Singer 139w109, Singer 168G101, Singer 29k71, Singer 31-15, Singer 111w103, Singer 211G156, Adler 30-7 on power stand, Techsew 2700, Fortuna power skiver and a Pfaff 4 thread 2 needle serger.
Members HCM Posted October 19, 2011 Author Members Report Posted October 19, 2011 I am in the US. I have a dealer I use for most of my equipment, but they are not in town. I am in Las Vegas, and the nearest dealer is in Los Angeles, about 5 hours away. So, I kind of need advice from actual technicians, so I can make an informed decision. Sometimes, dealers will sell you a machine simply because they already have it. I prefer to know what machine I am looking for and have them get me what I need, not sell me something that may fit the bill just because they already have it. You know what I mean? Quote
Moderator Wizcrafts Posted October 19, 2011 Moderator Report Posted October 19, 2011 Perhaps one of our member dealers is authorized to sell Pfaff machines. If there are any, they might reply to this topic. Until then, I found this model 2335 Plus, on the English version of the Pfaff Industrial machines website. It is an enhanced version of the 335. I found no other cylinder arm machines, but lots of flat beds. Check out the Pfaff website, using the left navigation sidebar. Quote Posted IMHO, by Wiz My current crop of sewing machines: Cowboy CB4500, Singer 107w3, Singer 139w109, Singer 168G101, Singer 29k71, Singer 31-15, Singer 111w103, Singer 211G156, Adler 30-7 on power stand, Techsew 2700, Fortuna power skiver and a Pfaff 4 thread 2 needle serger.
Members HCM Posted October 19, 2011 Author Members Report Posted October 19, 2011 (edited) I just spoke with one of my suppliers. It turns out my idea is not a slam dunk. The feet are not so interchangeable like I thought. Actually, it is just as impossible to switch the feet between some of the Pfaff machines as it is with a Juki! So, I will have to rethink this idea. I'll let y'all know what happens! Darn it, I accidentally edited this post instead of posting a new one. Hope you saw my replay about the 2335 plus, because it's gone now! Edited October 19, 2011 by HCM Quote
Moderator Wizcrafts Posted October 19, 2011 Moderator Report Posted October 19, 2011 ... Darn it, I accidentally edited this post instead of posting a new one. Hope you saw my replay about the 2335 plus, because it's gone now! I saw it. If it should turn out that none of your courses of action will work, will you consider a totally different machine? If so, state your requirements for such a machine and we will try to find you some good matches. Quote Posted IMHO, by Wiz My current crop of sewing machines: Cowboy CB4500, Singer 107w3, Singer 139w109, Singer 168G101, Singer 29k71, Singer 31-15, Singer 111w103, Singer 211G156, Adler 30-7 on power stand, Techsew 2700, Fortuna power skiver and a Pfaff 4 thread 2 needle serger.
Members HCM Posted October 19, 2011 Author Members Report Posted October 19, 2011 I saw it. If it should turn out that none of your courses of action will work, will you consider a totally different machine? If so, state your requirements for such a machine and we will try to find you some good matches. Considering keeping the Juki and only ditching the Nakajima for an Adler. Maybe something along the lines of a 269? Quote
Members Anne Bonnys Locker Posted October 20, 2011 Members Report Posted October 20, 2011 Hi HCM, I am always loathe to advise people to get rid of any of their machines unless it is absolutely necessary. There are probably some jobs that it is good at that it's replacement may not be so great at and also because you will probably only get half of the replacement cost for it. You have a machine that you know well and have said you "love" so do you really need to sell it? Considering keeping the Juki and only ditching the Nakajima for an Adler. Maybe something along the lines of a 269? Quote Darren Brosowski
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