Cobra Class 26 machine

[Uwe]

If your Consew 227R-2 is a re-badged Seiko CW8B-2 (check inside for Seiko branded parts), I wouldn't dismiss it just yet. Try adjusting your 227 for maximum and equal alternating foot lift as it walks. The Seiko CW8B specs state a alternating foot lift of up to 5.5mm, which is about the same as my Juki LS-341 (and likely the same for Cobra Class 26).

Your Consew 227R-2 may just be able to climb up and down your seams after all. Presser foot design and stitch length also play a role in how willingly the feet will climb up or down big steps. 

If your Consew 227R-2 can't step onto the seams, the Juki LS-341 and Cobra Class 26 machines will very likely struggle, too. The next step up from that general class of machines is the Juki TSC-441 and its various clones. 

  

 

 

Here are pictures of my Juki LS-341 adjusted for maximum alternating foot lift (about 5.5mm.)

 

Edited March 1, 2017 by Uwe

[Wizcrafts]

I heard from Cobra Steve about the new Class 26 machine. He told me that it sews from 3 ounces up to 3/8 inch, uses standard walking foot System 135x16 and 135x17 needles, sizes 18 - 24, has an extra large hook that takes Juki LU (double capacity) bobbins and can handle up to #277 thread on top, with #207 in the bobbin. It also uses standard Singer 111 type walking feet.

That's all I know at this time. I hope this helps.

[MADMAX22]

Thanks for finding out some real details Wiz. 

[Wizcrafts]

5 minutes ago, MADMAX22 said:

Thanks for finding out some real details Wiz. 

If I learn more about this machine I will post it here.

[onathread]

Thank You Wizcrafts! ) Steve was very kind in helping me as well! I'm going to Check out NickoSew, to see if he has a "clone" I can at least try out. I'm not to far from their store here in St. Louis area. I'd like to take the car around the block a couple of times to try it out! LOL I hope all is well with you! )

[Wizcrafts]

10 minutes ago, onathread said:

Thank You Wizcrafts! ) Steve was very kind in helping me as well! I'm going to Check out NickoSew, to see if he has a "clone" I can at least try out. I'm not to far from their store here in St. Louis area. I'd like to take the car around the block a couple of times to try it out! LOL I hope all is well with you! )

Thanks! I'm hangin' in like Gunga Din!

[brmax]

Wizcrafts Thanks for checkin up on the specs. This is sounding great and for a serious need around here, i mean tuned in to a real leather stitchers thread wants. Wow! 

Good day

Floyd

[Cobra Steve]

Hello everyone. After 9 surgeries in the last 16 months, I'm back. Sorry it took so long. The COBRA Class 26 is a very smooth and a user friendly machine. It is the most versatile machine in it's class. Wiz posted most of the specs. Call us for more info if you would like.

[Techsew Ron]

12 minutes ago, Cobra Steve said:

Hello everyone. After 9 surgeries in the last 16 months, I'm back. Sorry it took so long. 

 

Welcome back bud !

Ron

Edited March 2, 2017 by Techsew Ron

[onathread]

Hi Steve! Getting a lot of great feed back on the Cobra 26. Very interested, and I'm told you're the best guy to deal with! I wish you the best with you're health! )