Members h1clm04 Posted March 16, 2017 Members Report Posted March 16, 2017 (edited) I know that there is a lot of information already out there for beginners to choose a machine. However, I thought someone may be able to offer some suggestions given my particular scenario: I generally work with 3-5 ounce chrome tanned. So, in most cases the maximum thickness I would ever expect to work with would be 10 ounce together. Here is a list of some machines I found locally: Bernina Record 830 - $450 Domestic 153 Singer 500A - $50 Singer 401A - $250 Singer 15-91 Pfaff 34-6/2bs Pfaff 360 Of course, I understand that condition plays a big role here. I am hoping to stay in the $500 range. I don't expect to run this machine heavily or often. And, as mentioned I will probably max out at 8-10 ounce chrome tanned. I am hoping somebody can provide some recommendations or insights with all of this information in mind. Edited March 16, 2017 by h1clm04 Quote
MADMAX22 Posted March 16, 2017 Report Posted March 16, 2017 If you could swing it https://fayar.craigslist.org/for/6043127107.html Quote
Members h1clm04 Posted March 16, 2017 Author Members Report Posted March 16, 2017 I messaged the seller on the Juki earlier today. They indicated they had two buyers firm at $550. I think I might go for it but it may not last long enough for me to pick up. Quote
Members Hillbilly tim Posted March 16, 2017 Members Report Posted March 16, 2017 I think you would be better suited with a machine that could loaf through the job instead of struggle and labor. your work wouldnt suffer either from struggling with troubles.yup, juki. Quote
Members Yetibelle Posted March 16, 2017 Members Report Posted March 16, 2017 16 hours ago, h1clm04 said: I know that there is a lot of information already out there for beginners to choose a machine. However, I thought someone may be able to offer some suggestions given my particular scenario: I generally work with 3-5 ounce chrome tanned. So, in most cases the maximum thickness I would ever expect to work with would be 10 ounce together. Here is a list of some machines I found locally: Bernina Record 830 - $450 Domestic 153 Singer 500A - $50 Singer 401A - $250 Singer 15-91 Pfaff 34-6/2bs Pfaff 360 Of course, I understand that condition plays a big role here. I am hoping to stay in the $500 range. I don't expect to run this machine heavily or often. And, as mentioned I will probably max out at 8-10 ounce chrome tanned. I am hoping somebody can provide some recommendations or insights with all of this information in mind. If you want to start with an old "home" machine rather than a leather machine you will be disappointed, yes they can sew leather and canvas and do an ok job but not 10OZ, that is to much. I would say look for a Singer 111 (or comparable) or a Singer 29 treadle machine. These machines are typically priced under $500 and easy to use and maintain. Bernina Record 830 - $450 -----NO Domestic 153 -------NO Singer 500A - $50 ----- not a bad machine for $50 bucks if its not locked up and has the cams with it wont do 10OZ of leather, but has great default stiches Singer 401A - $250 ----- Also good machine but $250 is to much - wont do 10OZ leather Singer 15-91 - basic machine will sew like a tank - still wont do 10OZ Pfaff 34-6/2bs --starting to get there but recommend a speed reducer and or servo motor extra $150 for that. Pfaff 360 - Also Nice machine wont sew 10OZ Quote One day I hope to learn how to sew..... Singer 111W155 - Singer 29-4 - Singer 78-1 - Singer 7-31 - Singer 109w100 - Singer 46W-SV-16 - Adler 20-19 - Cowboy CB-4500
Members h1clm04 Posted March 16, 2017 Author Members Report Posted March 16, 2017 Thanks for the information, everyone! I currently have a line on a singer 111w that I'm trying to get a good price for. Quote
Members h1clm04 Posted March 16, 2017 Author Members Report Posted March 16, 2017 (edited) Any idea what model this is and if it might be appropriate for my needs? Assuming it's in good working condition, of course. Is it possible a 206rb? Edited March 16, 2017 by h1clm04 Quote
CowboyBob Posted March 16, 2017 Report Posted March 16, 2017 It's a 332,333 Consew double needle that will not work for leather. Quote Bob Kovar Toledo Industrial Sewing Machine Sales Ltd. 3631 Marine Rd Toledo,Ohio 43609 1-866-362-7397
MADMAX22 Posted March 16, 2017 Report Posted March 16, 2017 Aren't those good for upholstery work? Looks like a double needle 211. Quote
Members brmax Posted March 16, 2017 Members Report Posted March 16, 2017 Though the consew there has reverse lever. It looks like my 212 singer, double needle and mine is not compound or walking foot style. A great needle feed machine though. A compund walking foot machine is needed. Then the other stuff needs addressed. Floyd Quote
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