Cobra Class 4

[ouchmyfinger]

has anyone used thicker thread on this machine, i am number 40something lol and can't wait to get my machine, i like the look of a big thread and i think it just makes things look well built. not too big though because i know that you want to use the proper equipment for the project your working on. i just want to make sure that i order the right size thread and needles the first time so i don't waste money.

what size thread should i be using on lined western rigs, also which needles. does everyone use the same size top and bottom? I've always looked into the details of what makes a top notch product and I'm looking for the opinions of people like me. I know this place is full of em lol. so if you have that attention to detail and think you have it nailed and will share your secrets i would appreciate it

thanks

[Wizcrafts]

has anyone used thicker thread on this machine, i am number 40something lol and can't wait to get my machine, i like the look of a big thread and i think it just makes things look well built. not too big though because i know that you want to use the proper equipment for the project your working on. i just want to make sure that i order the right size thread and needles the first time so i don't waste money.

what size thread should i be using on lined western rigs, also which needles. does everyone use the same size top and bottom? I've always looked into the details of what makes a top notch product and I'm looking for the opinions of people like me. I know this place is full of em lol. so if you have that attention to detail and think you have it nailed and will share your secrets i would appreciate it

thanks

I sewed a suede lined leather weight lifters' belt yesterday, on a Class 4, using #277 thread, top and bottom., using a type 794 S #25 needle. I used a stitch length of just longer than 5/inch, as requested. The S point has a chisel shape that cuts on the front and back of the needle. That needle and thread combination worked perfectly into the 4 ounce suede lining. The bottom knots are pulled well into the lower layer, even on the reverse stitches.

Make sure you get the roller edge guide with your machine!

[Art]

I use 346 top and 277 bottom on Western holsters. I also lay a crease down with a screw crease and sew in that. I use a 794D needle which sews a triangle hole, not intuitive, but it works well. For an off duty holster, I use smaller thread 277/207. I sew a 6spi with either. Change needles regularly to prevent "punch-out" on the back side.

Art

has anyone used thicker thread on this machine, i am number 40something lol and can't wait to get my machine, i like the look of a big thread and i think it just makes things look well built. not too big though because i know that you want to use the proper equipment for the project your working on. i just want to make sure that i order the right size thread and needles the first time so i don't waste money.

what size thread should i be using on lined western rigs, also which needles. does everyone use the same size top and bottom? I've always looked into the details of what makes a top notch product and I'm looking for the opinions of people like me. I know this place is full of em lol. so if you have that attention to detail and think you have it nailed and will share your secrets i would appreciate it

thanks

[rccolt45]

Make sure you get the roller edge guide with your machine!

Wiz,

How does the roller guide work and what is it best used for?

[Wizcrafts]

Wiz,

How does the roller guide work and what is it best used for?

The roller guide swings in and out of the sewing path, along the right side of the work. You set the distance from the edge to stitch line and push the work to the right as you sew. The roller guide keeps the stitch line straight. The round roller helps you to sew inside curves and around outside curves and belt tips. It attaches with a large threaded wheel under the mounting bracket.