Wanted: A Basic Beginners Leather Sewing Machine

[DoubleC]

Hello DoubleC,

Do you still have the extra Singer 15-91? I am looking to start making my own ammo pouches and knife sheaths and am looking for a machine to do it.

Thanks

Hi Rowan. I sent you a PM with all the options I have available on some 15-91s, with or without cases, with or without cabinets, etc. I have three coming in this week. Thanks, Cheryl

[niftycurly]

Hi Summerfabian - for what you describe a regular domestic sewing machine will actually work decently. I've been sewing up items with 2 layers of upholstery leather for several years on assorted domestics.

You just have to make sure that you have a correctly sized leather needle (with diamond/knife tip), appropriately heavy nylon thread (I use #69 bonded), a teflon presser foot and sew with a long stitch (I use about a 6).

It does help if it's NOT one of those sub $100 computerized things. The computer bits and dinky motor tend to freak out. Depending on the leather surface finish and density some leathers might cause trouble, but for the most part it's pretty good.

The $20-30 metal body Singers often found at thrift stores work great.

Best of luck!

Edited June 11, 2012 by niftycurly

[Jimbob]

dont know if this thread is still alive...my mint condition Singer 211G155 needs a new home, table, new parts, just serviced, new belt, head and huge clutch motor!! Several presser feet and lots of new needles...

will let go for $500,-

let me know