Members neke Posted October 13, 2014 Members Report Posted October 13, 2014 (edited) I recently found an old pfaff sewing machine, with original manuals and documents dated back in 1956. It would be a nice piece to own anyways, but I'd like to get some more info. I was told the model is Pfaff klasse 28 and it was designed for heavy materials. What I would like to know, is this machine suitable for sewing veg tanned leather? Triple feed mechanism? Maximum material thickness? Maximum thread size? I already tried to Google for more info, but got no results... If anyone could help me, thanks already! Edited October 13, 2014 by neke Quote
Members 276ccm Posted October 13, 2014 Members Report Posted October 13, 2014 I dont know very much about these machines, but I often think that when I see the more "simple" mechanism to thread the machine, it´s more suitable for lighter work.. but I might be wrong and maybe someone else can help more :-) Good luck! Maybe you can ask the owner of this machine: http://youtu.be/uBHhiDz6MQw Also this guy was selling one: http://leatherworker.net/forum/index.php?showtopic=49645 Quote
Members Constabulary Posted October 13, 2014 Members Report Posted October 13, 2014 (edited) This is a Pfaff 28 it more or less is an updated version of the Singer 17 and it uses a very tiny bobbin and the same hook as the Singer 17. it is a drop feed machine - no walking foot. You can adjust the stitch length with a lever underneath the top arm. I once had one of these when I was on the hunt for a cylinder machine. Most Pfaff 28 are setup for just a size 18 (as mine was). But there are subclasses which are for thicker meddles. It is a nice machine but not meant for heavy work and the tiny bobbins is not really an advantage. I have an English manual for the machine. I will attach it so you can check the details and subclasses. Pfaff 28 Manual - English.pdf Edited October 13, 2014 by Constabulary Quote
Members neke Posted October 13, 2014 Author Members Report Posted October 13, 2014 Great, thanks! Quote
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