Step up from Singer 107w1

[mixmkr]

As title suggests, without breaking the bank...looking for the next step up.  Obviously used would be nice to try and locate, but I'm "researched out" as far as models to look for.
I also have a JUKI LU562 which is running great for my straight stitches.  No leather work ( but I really enjoy this forum), but marine canvas and sail work.

edit...btw I just need the head as I have tables, motors, etc.  But of course would be interested in the whole shootin' match, if that's how one becomes available.

Edited December 13, 2016 by mixmkr

[brmax]

I'm not sure I'm pickin up what your looking for but glad to help, so anyway is it another flatbed with reverse or ? maybe a cylinder setup. And I'm just asking not sure whats in the classified listings below

And welcome to the site.

Floyd

 

[brmax]

I guess I should have ask, step up as in 3 point for the zig zag and if interested in a thumper or some lighter sail work.

I could be interested in these

http://www.cowboysew.com/product4.htm

[mixmkr]

thx brmax...

larger throat area and yes...a 3 point zig would be great.  I'm finding repairing larger sails, the 107 just barely fits the need and like it's on the edge.  Higher presser foot...  you know...all the "wants"

It seems like the jump after the 107 is in the $2k range (for used).  But I'm not sure if that's correct.   Be nice to stay under that.  Crazy that I see 107 going for close to $800 much of the time.

 

edit... oh yeah...reverse would be a dream, as I'm not flipping these 40ft sails around like a blanket.  I just generally lift the presser foot and go back an inch....or hold the material and do some "embroidery"

Edited December 13, 2016 by mixmkr
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[mixmkr]

the Cowboy (hightex?) 9366-12 would be great, but have no idea of the pricing and where to get and even see.  I NEVER see a used one of those or similar (in that brand) it seems.

[Uwe]

Industrial zig-zag is not going to be cheap, I'm afraid. Long-arm industrial zig-zag is even more expensive. 

If you're in the mood for serious vintage iron, I have a few zig-zag machines that qualify as a step up from your Singer 107w1.  I'm not sure these would actually do well with sails, they seem more like the elephant-carrying harness type.

One is a Singer 47K with a HUGE hook and bobbin.

 

The other is a Singer 6KSV9  (by far the most heavy duty zig-zag I've ever seen).

Edited December 13, 2016 by Uwe

[brmax]

Uwe, can you explain what stitch type is available with these machines. Single or multi step / point, I am curious but have no reference.

thanks

Floyd

 

[mixmkr]

Singer Tanks!!

What size stitch will those do?   When you say "expensive"... how many happy meals do I need to pass on??

[Gregg From Keystone Sewing]

1 hour ago, mixmkr said:

Singer Tanks!!

What size stitch will those do?   When you say "expensive"... how many happy meals do I need to pass on??

Mixmkr,

Check out a machine I have, not inexpensive, but certainly an upgrade over the 107W1, but the same sewing capacity, check out the correct location for this machine, I'll post it on this MB under the for Sale, Machinery -- Sewing and Stitching, New and Refurbished to Like New

[trash treasure]

We had a Pfaff 438 at one point : http://www.ebay.com/itm/like/121893113922?lpid=82&chn=ps&ul_noapp=true

A lovely machine - More arm space, wider zig zag throw, and reverse, but if I were to be honest, I'd say that it really didn't have a better stitch quality than the 107 we have. Pfaff = Expensive parts, though ........

Edited December 13, 2016 by trash treasure