Members Darren Brosowski Posted January 21, 2016 Members Report Posted January 21, 2016 The flat bed 132k6 is better for horse rug repairs but there is no reverse. The GA5 has reverse and a flat bed can be purchased or easily made with some plywood and timber. Keep in mind that the newest 132k6 is over 50 years old and even these beautifully built machines wear out over time. New parts are available and mostly come from Seiko so they are very expensive. If buying a GA5 they normally come with a roller foot and guide which are excellent for leather work. While the roller foot is a bit course and will mark leather there is the option to upgrade to a rubber wheel or an original 45k type roller (These are options that I have but not sure about other dealers) With practice the GA5 will sew beautifully on leather but the 132k6 is always a compromise as it was only really intended to be a heavy upholstery machine. In general I suggest people invest in a new machine for leather work and find something cheaper for horse rug repairs as rugs are always full of dust that will damage a machine. Steve (Singermania) is the importer and I am his only dealer - ABLE Sewing on evilBay Quote
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