Versatility In A Heavy Machine

[TwinOaks]

There was a similar discussion to this on about 3 years ago, but I don't feel like digging it up. In a nutshell, all the reasons you've listed PLUS everything in the other posts...all lead up to the same thing: Most leather shops wind up with at least two sewing machines, and often times 3-4. The machines are quite capable, but if you're setting up for any kind of production speed, a 'one machine shop' isn't practical. It's much more economical and practical to have secondary and tertiary machines set up so all you have to do is move from one to the other. One big machine, one medium machine, and a patcher.....that's about the requirements if you're planning on having a dedicated leather shop. Of course, if you're just a hobbiest then it doesn't make sense to have the extra money tied up multiple machines.

[leatherkind]

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There is still the humongous feed dog and throat plate slot to deal with, but I am going to have a narrow set milled at a machine shop.

I love my 4500 and I use it for light leather or fabric along with almost an inch of stiff oil tan.

I however agree with you on the width of the bottom feed dog... it could be made narrower.

At least they could have made it to match harness presser feet so the presser foot does not push soft material in to the feed dog well.

I am sure there is a market for narrower assembly (feed dog and the plate).

It would be great if you show us pics when it is done.

Thank you.

[Luke Hatley]

I have learned this...The thinner the leather....the smaller the thread and the smaller the needle........this works in my Adler 205-370..