What Machine Would Be Best?

[Pioneerglm1]

Hello, I'm new here and need some help. I am looking for a stitcher for heavy duty sewing. I am sewing 2 layers of 10 - 11 iron sole leather and 2 layers of suede. The total thickness is right at 3/4 of an inch.

We have been running 3 American straight needle machines but they are worn out and will not handle the work any longer. Tried a Union Lockstitch, too tempermental. Looking at a Landis 16 or a Campbell Lockstitch but not sure they will handle it either. Will the Adler 205 work?

Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

[Ferg]

I might suggest you talk to Steve with http://leathermachineco.com

and/or Bob Kovar at Toledo Industrial Machine http://www.tolindsewmach.com

ferg

[Pioneerglm1]

Thanks Ferg, I will contact them both. I appreciate it.

[Art]

If you like using linen thread, the Campbell is a good fit. If you are just edge stitching, the Landis 12 is also a good fit and if you keep your eyes open, one can be had very inexpenisivly (I have 2, one for black and one for white thread). I also have a Campbell which is also very very good. If you are using poly or nylon thread, a Cobra or Cowboy will do well too.

Art

[Pioneerglm1]

Hello Art, thanks for the info. After doing research I have bought a Campbell lockstitch machine. Connie was great at setting it up for me. I also found a Landis 16 that is working as well.

Thanks again!