rundogdave Report post Posted July 30, 2013 What is the reason some machines will stich in reverse, and what are the benefits? Or am I confused about what reverse means in regard to sewing machines? I do get confused easily, or so I'm told. Thanks. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ferg Report post Posted July 30, 2013 All of us get confused sooner or later. The reverse is used to sew 2 or 3 stitches over ones already sewn to "Lock" the stitch. I like to start a distance equal to three stitches away from beginning point. Put machine in reverse, stitch three stitches then go forward to complete your stitching. When the machine is adjusted correctly the stitches will fall in the same holes. ferg Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rundogdave Report post Posted July 30, 2013 Thanks. So if one doesn't have reverse, would you just turn the work around after the last stich and re-stich over the last stiches? I ask, because there is a new GA5-1 at a local shop for $800. Says it has a cosmetic flaw. Just wondering if I should spend the extra cash for a reverse model. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dwight Report post Posted July 30, 2013 Reverse, . . . in a nutshell, . . . is a time saver, . . . almost extrordinaire ! Without it, . . . you turn the piece, . . . or hand stitch, . . . or force the machine to re-do them one at a time. With reverse, . . . it's done as quick as you can flip the lever and make the stitches. Also, . . . there are some "fancy" things reverse is especially well suited for: stitched decorations such as on belts, . . . sewing cartridge loops on gun belts, . . . doing applique work on chaps or chinks or purses, . . . I have survived without it for several years, . . . will probably continue to do so, . . . but I have found "Dwight" ways to do those things I need reverse for. May God bless, Dwight Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LeatherLegion Report post Posted July 30, 2013 (edited) The reverse also helps me stitch very close to the buckle or belt keeper on my dog collars... Edited July 30, 2013 by LeatherLegion Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Greystone Report post Posted July 31, 2013 ever drove your car into a corner and asked that ? douh,,, don't lol to much,,,, it just helps a WHOLE BUNCH but not always necessary if you plan your work my $.02 and clearly over valued db Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rundogdave Report post Posted August 1, 2013 Thanks for the replies. Greystone, most pay ME $.10 to keep my $.02 worth!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
