Pfaff 335

[DrmCa]

I own the same casting as this machine. Mine is 335-17 and it came set up for stitching, not binding like this one seems from this grainy picture. We chose it over Adler with a knee presser.

The stitch length plate on mine matches the casting and the longest I get is 6mm. Had to replace the pulley on the servo motor to the smaller size in order to slow it down for accurate starting and stopping in difficult areas. If you do mostly straight stitching, the original pulleys on the servo similar to "Family" brand should be fine. You can get smaller pulleys online.

I rarely use this machine, but my wife makes leather gloves and loves it.

[GeorgiaK]

48 minutes ago, DrmCa said:

I own the same casting as this machine. Mine is 335-17 and it came set up for stitching, not binding like this one seems from this grainy picture. We chose it over Adler with a knee presser.

The stitch length plate on mine matches the casting and the longest I get is 6mm. Had to replace the pulley on the servo motor to the smaller size in order to slow it down for accurate starting and stopping in difficult areas. If you do mostly straight stitching, the original pulleys on the servo similar to "Family" brand should be fine. You can get smaller pulleys online.

I rarely use this machine, but my wife makes leather gloves and loves it.

Thanks for the feedback DrmCa!

The vendor also sells an Adler but I think 335 is more suitable for me.

He hasn't given me additional information on the servo motor but I'll have in mind your suggestion. 

Georgia

[Techsew Ron]

On 8/12/2017 at 11:48 AM, GeorgiaK said:

Hello everybody!

I've been sewing mainly fabric bags and just experimenting with leather but I would like to start making leather bags, purses, wallets etc. I found an old Pfaff 335 with servo motor. I know it's  suitable for binding but it is used also for leather. The vendor warned me that I might have trouble with the length of the stitches while top-stitching.

Would you suggest this machine for a newbie? 

If it comes with a servo motor and the vendor will offer a warranty then go for it! Try it in person first to make sure you're comfortable.

[GeorgiaK]

On 8/13/2017 at 0:57 PM, dikman said:

I just had a look at his website, unfortunately it's all Greek to me!

I tried enlarging the photo and it looks to be in very good condition (at least on the outside), If all he means is that the stitch length isn't as long as newer machines then it's nothing to worry about because he's right! You will probably want to factor in changing the feet/feed dog plate, as I mentioned (maybe you can beat him down a bit, based on this?) but if it sews ok then it will be  a nice machine to have.

Hello!

Sorry to bother you again but I would like your opinion. I found another Pfaff 335 (from Taiwan this one and not from Germany like the previous 335) with walking foot instead of a binding. The vendor has repaired it and gives me a 1-year warranty. The price is €600 (€200 less than the other one) and he can sell me the set foe binding for €100.  He also sells an Adle, a Necchi and a Seiko but he recommended the Pfaff which is the cheapest by the way.

I'm confused! What would you advise me to do? Which one would you choose?

[dikman]

I can't comment on the other machines (model numbers would be nice) other than to say Seiko and Adler make some nice machines. I see this one has the binding attachment, if he's going to supply the plain walking feet you want to see it set up first to make sure it has the correct needle plate and replacement cover where that binding plate fits. Also, it looks like it has a clutch motor, you really need to factor in a servo motor if you can as it will be much easier to learn to use.

[GeorgiaK]

9 hours ago, dikman said:

I can't comment on the other machines (model numbers would be nice) other than to say Seiko and Adler make some nice machines. I see this one has the binding attachment, if he's going to supply the plain walking feet you want to see it set up first to make sure it has the correct needle plate and replacement cover where that binding plate fits. Also, it looks like it has a clutch motor, you really need to factor in a servo motor if you can as it will be much easier to learn to use.

Thanks again for the great tips!

Georgia 

[DrmCa]

Adler 67 is toothed belt driven. If it skips a tooth or breaks, you are in for a timing job. Pfaff 335 is gear driven, so the chance of it going out of timing is much less than Adler. Dunno about Seiko.

I would never buy a sewing machine to be shipped. Even if a local sale is more expensive, but the seller can tune it to the most typical operation for you, it is worth piece of mind.

[GeorgiaK]

7 minutes ago, DrmCa said:

Adler 67 is toothed belt driven. If it skips a tooth or breaks, you are in for a timing job. Pfaff 335 is gear driven, so the chance of it going out of timing is much less than Adler. Dunno about Seiko.

I would never buy a sewing machine to be shipped. Even if a local sale is more expensive, but the seller can tune it to the most typical operation for you, it is worth piece of mind.

Thanks for the feedback! 

I totally agree with your suggestion about local sellers since I'm inexperienced with industrial machines. Plus they offer me a warranty for 1 or 2 years. 

My main concerns are whether the country of production affects seriously the machine's quality and the clutch vs servo motor.

I'll make my decision soon though because I really want a Pfaff!

[GeorgiaK]

Thanks everybody for your help.

I tested the first machine and it's working great so I decided to buy it. The final deal includes the 335 with plain walking feet, servo motor and 2-year warranty for 650€. I'm anxiously waiting for  it to be delivered 

Georgia

[Constabulary]

You bought that from a dealer and he is even delivering it? WOW - thats a hell of a deal! I´m sure he is not making much money here!

Congratulations!!!