njasdw Report post Posted September 4, 2017 (edited) I've found on Craigslist both a Consew 226 and Consew 206 RB2. Both are about $200 with a table, lamp and clutch motor. (I would replace it with a servo.) Both have a walking -foot. I want to use it to sew belts, journals, bags, etc. Can anyone give me insight as to the difference in these two machines and which might be a better fit for my needs? Are either of these compound feed? Are the bobbin and thread size similar? What else should I be considering in looking for a machine to sew leather up to maybe 3/8" thick? Thank you! Edited September 4, 2017 by njasdw Spell check Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikermutt07 Report post Posted September 5, 2017 The 206 is everything you mentioned, I believe. Not sure about the 226. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NCArcher Report post Posted September 5, 2017 Similar machines and capabilities. The 206 has a bigger bobbin I think. Both are compound feed. I have a 226 and it will sew what you need but I don't know that much about the 206. I had the impression that it was a bit lighter than the 226 but that may be wrong. For $200 each I would buy both and sell the one you don't need for $400. Still a good price for a solid machine. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
njasdw Report post Posted September 6, 2017 Thanks everyone. Very helpful Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
