Thomas Leatherworks Report post Posted July 19, 2013 I am looking for a Leather sewing machine, but not sure where to start or what brands are reputable for a novice to start sewing. I read about a Juki-256 on this forum, and went to an auction for one. It was about 4 years old, and being used I was hoping for a "deal". Just did not expect that particular crowd to bid that item up as fast and as high as it went..finally sold for $1050, and talked to owner and she only paid $1100 for it new. So having lost that, I saw a 4618 post machine by Highlead with top and bottom driven roller head on special at the Springfield Leather Company. I thought I was supposed to look for a walking foot for it to be good for leather, so I am looking for input as to what type of beginner-intermediate sewing machine I should look for. I have seen the Cobra 4's and they are wonderful, but I do not sew saddles so that is probably too much for starting out. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DoubleC Report post Posted July 19, 2013 I just bought a Cobra 4, not here yet and they will sew from lightweight leather on up. Will use bonded 69 thread up to 400 something I don't remember. However I started with a singer 15-91 and two other antique singers. They have always done a good job for me until I got an order to redo a chair and it would be sewing over 20 oz with the fold. There are some really good sewing machine people on here that can help more than I can. I hear the Singer 111's mentioned a lot to start with although I don't have one, but I think they are walking foot. Cheryl Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thomas Leatherworks Report post Posted July 19, 2013 Thanks. I start looking at those also. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DoubleC Report post Posted July 19, 2013 Thomas I have a 15-91 for sale if you're interested. Just PM me. Cheryl Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
raysouth Report post Posted July 20, 2013 Hello Thomas, You might also consider giving Bob Kovar a call at Toledo Sewing machine. He has the Cowboy brand, like the Cobra, as well as great used machines if you are seeking to save a few bucks in the beginning. Do a Google search for Toledo Sewing machine and it will give you his number. God Bless. Ray Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jwalker Report post Posted July 20, 2013 havent had my Cobra 4 very long and school is keeping me super busy...but ive made a few things with it..i dont make saddles.....sews the light weight just as well as the heavy...easy to get started...easy to use...and is backed by a fantastic team Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
