stickandtin Report post Posted September 30, 2015 Found this for sale today. Asking $1300. Is this machine worth the asking price? What are the advantages/disadvantages of a long arm? condition: good make / manufacturer: CONSEW model name / number: 206RBL30 I Have for sale a CONSEW 206RBL30 , which is a 30 inch long arm commercial industrial sewing machine. This machine has reverse, safety clutch and a compound walking foot for sewing leather, tarps, upholstery, trampoline mats, Just about anything that will fit under it. It comes with the stand with a 1 HP motor and clutch, thread rack, bobbin winder, light, and ready to sew. This machine new, now cost $ 5499.00 You can buy this machine for about 20% of what a new one would cost. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wizcrafts Report post Posted September 30, 2015 I was actually going to mention that you might want to look into a long body machine. Go check it out. Bring some thread and material. I have a 20" body Singer walking foot machine and it is used almost every day to sew patches onto the back of Biker vests. A 30" body is even better. It can sew banners, awnings, quilts, bedspreads, and all kinds of wide items. The machine should be capable of sewing with #138 bonded thread, top and bottom and uses the same needle system as the Juki 1541 you already own. Here is the official specs page. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stickandtin Report post Posted September 30, 2015 Wiz.....thanks for the info. The machine is gray, not white like the one in the specs you sent me. Ad does not say how old machine is. If we go check this out, what sort of things should I be looking for in a used machine like this one. Is the $1300 a reasonable price? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Colt W Knight Report post Posted September 30, 2015 Wiz.....thanks for the info. The machine is gray, not white like the one in the specs you sent me. Ad does not say how old machine is. If we go check this out, what sort of things should I be looking for in a used machine like this one. Is the $1300 a reasonable price? 1300$ is what a regular size Consew 206 costs new, so in good shape that long arm should be worth that. Is that machine made in Japan or China? My japanese 206 is gray, but the newer chinese machines are white. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stickandtin Report post Posted October 1, 2015 Called the guy that has this machine for sale and got more details. He bought three of these machines at auction. This is only one left. They were owned by the U.S. Army and used to make/repair tents. He said this particular machine was mounted in a mobile trailer unit and used to repair tents. At one time this machine was dropped and if sitting at the machine, the front left front corner was broke off. It has been brazed back on. The repaired crack runs from the front edge of the machine straight back to the right edge of the bobbin access plate. Seller has no definite idea how old machine is but thinks it is an '88-'90 model. He says there are no identifying tags on the machine other than the Consew name. It has a 1 hp clutch motor and three pedals. One lifts the walking foot. One operates reverse and other controls clutch. He said he used the machine to sew some trampoline mats and has only had it 6 months. Given the above info, I am inclined to believe this machine has seen better days and is not worth the $1300 asking price. However, I am a rookie at all this and don't know if this is a good deal or not. I would appreciate any input from those with more experience. The seller welcomed us to come try the machine out. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wizcrafts Report post Posted October 1, 2015 Called the guy that has this machine for sale and got more details. He bought three of these machines at auction. This is only one left. They were owned by the U.S. Army and used to make/repair tents. He said this particular machine was mounted in a mobile trailer unit and used to repair tents. At one time this machine was dropped and if sitting at the machine, the front left front corner was broke off. It has been brazed back on. The repaired crack runs from the front edge of the machine straight back to the right edge of the bobbin access plate. Seller has no definite idea how old machine is but thinks it is an '88-'90 model. He says there are no identifying tags on the machine other than the Consew name. It has a 1 hp clutch motor and three pedals. One lifts the walking foot. One operates reverse and other controls clutch. He said he used the machine to sew some trampoline mats and has only had it 6 months. Given the above info, I am inclined to believe this machine has seen better days and is not worth the $1300 asking price. However, I am a rookie at all this and don't know if this is a good deal or not. I would appreciate any input from those with more experience. The seller welcomed us to come try the machine out. Check your private messages. I sent you a PM earlier tonight. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
