Members Mariohanel Posted March 24, 2014 Members Report Posted March 24, 2014 I have a landis 1 for sale that was reconditioned by the previous owner, it comes with a new shuttle, a bobbin winder that needs a handle and has been welded but with a little tlc it will work, there also extra bobbins, old feet , and misalliance old parts (see photos). I also have two old shuttles I forgot to put in the photos. The machine is in great working order and sews well and the paint is in good condition that is why I am asking 1650.00 obo, I am located in Lakeview Oregon and may be able to meet someone part way if it's not to far away. Thank you Mario
Members tmwp43 Posted August 11, 2014 Members Report Posted August 11, 2014 I was wondering if you have sold your machine yet. If not I was wondering if you might be willing to sale some of the spare parts. I have two Landis #1. one is complete and the other is missing a few things and I would be interested in purchasing parts if that is somthing you would consider.
Members Mariohanel Posted August 18, 2014 Author Members Report Posted August 18, 2014 Tmwp43, I have not sold the 1 yet , I don't know if I have any parts that are reusable or not so give me a call at 530-260-0770 and we can see if I have what you need.
Members Mariohanel Posted August 29, 2014 Author Members Report Posted August 29, 2014 I have sold the spare parts except for the bobbin winder and the bobbins so I am lowering the price to 1350. Thanks Mario
Members silverbullet Posted September 1, 2014 Members Report Posted September 1, 2014 God I wish you lived near NJ I'd buy it in a minute, I guess shipping would be outrageous . Gary
Members Mariohanel Posted September 3, 2014 Author Members Report Posted September 3, 2014 Hi Gary, I'm not real sure how much the machine weighs but I would guess around 500 pounds , don't know if it would be worth shipping and you may be able to find closer to you, thank you though for the enthusiasm. Mario
Members Mariohanel Posted April 6, 2015 Author Members Report Posted April 6, 2015 I have lower my price on this machine to a 1000$ with the bobbin winder. Thanks Mario
Members Big Sioux Saddlery Posted April 6, 2015 Members Report Posted April 6, 2015 I have somewhat of a love affair with the old Landis 1's. It was the first machine I bought that I could actually sew something on, after having bought a couple other junker machines not made to sew leather. I used one exclusively for at least 15 years and still use one some today. I have 3 of them and don't really care to sell any one of them. Anyone starting out who is looking for a good machine at a reasonable price should look no further. This machine appears to sew tight and consistently. While it is limited somewhat by it's design, (all machines are) and not quite as user friendly as the brand new machines, these are trouble free, reliable machines that I guarantee will outlast anything new being made today. The price is very reasonable. While we have all seen Landis 1's sell for less, this one is ready to go, not all worn out, and the bobbin winder comes with it. These machines sold for $1000 twenty years ago. A great deal!!
Members Mariohanel Posted April 6, 2015 Author Members Report Posted April 6, 2015 Thank you sir for the the pitch, that is very kind Mario
Members Mariohanel Posted June 13, 2015 Author Members Report Posted June 13, 2015 Lowering price to 900$.
Members jremmel Posted June 21, 2015 Members Report Posted June 21, 2015 You have my interest. In Vegas. New to "the sport" and have some questions. How would this compare to a Boss? How hard are parts (now that you've sold them) to come by? Any downsides? Can I control the speed? Thanks...
Members Big Sioux Saddlery Posted June 21, 2015 Members Report Posted June 21, 2015 This is not my machine (see my above post) but I wouldn't give a dollar for a Boss. I'm sure there are folks out there who love them, but I've never seen one that did even a passable job. The Landis 1 is a workhorse though, if you're wanting to sew fine stuff, wallets and similar stuff, it may be a little more machine than you want. It's made to sew harness and saddlery. When they were manufactured new, they were made to sew as fine as 12psi, but needles and guide bushings are not available to sew that fine now. There are some limitations to the machine, as there are with every machine, but this is still one great deal from where I see it.
Members Mariohanel Posted June 21, 2015 Author Members Report Posted June 21, 2015 Jremmel, I would agree with Big Sioux Saddlery and shur apreciate his help, it really depends on what a person wants to do with the machine as to wether or not it will work. As far as parts, this particular machine is in good working order and has had some parts replaced in the past, but with that being said these machines are very simple mechanically and parts can be made easily by a good machinist, I also know of a couple places to buy needles and parts if you catch the owners in the right mood (possibly) but I have size 160,180, 200 size in the newer needles that go with the machine. As far as controll it's a treadle so the faster you pump the faster it will go the slower you pump the slower it will go it just takes a little getting use to but the learning curv really isn't that big, thay are prity easy to operate. If you have any questions please feel free to call me at 530-260-0770 I also have other old sewing machines that might fit your needs. Thanks Mario
Members Big Sioux Saddlery Posted June 21, 2015 Members Report Posted June 21, 2015 Mario, I'm not a "he" but that's okay :-) Wondering where you get the new 160 and 180 needles, as all that's been available for a long time as far as I know is the 200 and up. I like using mine for "raised" work, but a 200 is a bit big for fine work. Thank you!
Members Mariohanel Posted June 22, 2015 Author Members Report Posted June 22, 2015 Big Sioux Saddlery, I apologize for the mistake. I bought most of the needles I have from Eli at Landis Machine co in ill. 217-543-3464, a person might also try with varying amounts of luck depending on how bad one might need some, Keith Palmer 605-372-4523, Keith also sells machinery and leather tools and he also lives in South Dakota.
Members Big Sioux Saddlery Posted June 23, 2015 Members Report Posted June 23, 2015 No problem, since I don't identify my gender in my profile, I'm not offended if people make the assumption that I'm male. Anyway, yes I know Keith well. He only lives about 40 miles from me, and I've gotten some old stock needles from him in smaller sizes, but when they're gone, they're gone. I will try Eli, as I need some needles for my Landis 3 also. Thank you!
Members Mariohanel Posted February 22, 2016 Author Members Report Posted February 22, 2016 This machine has been sold. Thanks everyone, Mario.
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