chuckgaudette Report post Posted March 13, 2016 I haven't posted much on this forum but I've learned a lot from the people here. I'm considering purchasing my first leather sewing machine. I'm considering either a PFAFF 335 or a Cobra 4. I do mainly small leather goods like wallets, watch bands and some bags. Does anyone have an opinion for which would be the better choice for what I do? I'm in southern California so I know that there is a dealer nearby for each of these machines which may be helpful if there are any issues after purchase. Thanks for any comments or advice. Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darren Brosowski Report post Posted March 13, 2016 The choice here is thickness of material and thread size. The 335 is probably best at a maximum of 6mm (1/4") and #138 (M20) but that is the bottom end for a 441 style machine such as a Cobra 4. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steveleather Report post Posted March 13, 2016 I am in your same exact boat and have researched this topic every day for a while. I HAVE THIS FORUM TO THANK FOR CLARIFYING A LIST OF QUESTIONS I HAD learn a new thing about them constantly further showing me how much every style and model were designed to achieve specific functions for specific materials for specific items that need stitching in specific areas. And while any machine can do/sew many things, the point is the more you stray from its primary use the more issues/inability to sew you will have. m finally going to choose I'm sick of the constant debate in my head but I did learn a lot. artisan 335b is what I choose. WHICH IS VERY SIMILAR TO YOUR FIRST CHOICE. IF YOU NEED TO SEW MORE HEAVIER VEG TAN OR THICKER LAYERS THEN YOUR LOOKING AT THE COBRA 4 for those kinds of projectsI think eventually my next machine , (medium-heavy duty) I'll choose a CB3500 or 4500 but one machine Brands aren't as important as functions and thread and needle range are. the rest is just preference on minor (major)details Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brmax Report post Posted March 13, 2016 I don't know if its not enough coffee yet this morning or what, though I been up and out stiring the brush pile trying to get rid of the winter tree limbs. Thanks Darren, just using the measure in that description somehow rings a bit clearer, I dunno but it does for me. now more coffee. good day Floyd Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chuckgaudette Report post Posted March 13, 2016 Thanks guys. Darren you really simplified it. Very helpful. Steve I know what you mean, sometimes I just get overwhelmed with too much information and have to just make a choice and move on. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
