Can You Suggest A Sewing Machine For Sewing Leather Belts?

[talon]

I'm thinking about offering two layer leather belts as an option to my customers (along with a few other side projects). I would like to be able to handle two layers of 7-8 oz leather. What would you suggest?

Thanks!

[Itch]

We run 441 clones in our shop.One is an Artisan 3000 ? The other is a Sewpro which runs a bit faster that we use for belts..Both are very capable machines and will sew about 3/4 of an inch of leather..

[Wizcrafts]

It depends on what size thread you want to use to secure your 1/4 inch thick belts. If you don't need to exceed #138 thread, a normal industrial walking foot machine, like a Consew 206RB-5 will do. Slow it down with a 2.25" motor pulley, or get a servo motor. You'll want to get some #23 leather point needles for the job.

[talon]

Thanks for the input! Right now I'm leaning towards the Cobra Class 4, however I just made a big equipment purchase so it will be a while before I'm ready to make the jump.

[Gump]

An old 132 k 6 will handle #346 thread and will stitch 7/16" stitches. This might be a cheaper alternative to a new machine if you are only doing flat seams as in belts. I have one that I use for sheaths of two layers of 8-9 oz with a welt of 12 oz, beautiful stitches. An old powerhouse of a machine. Gump.