Members SheltathaLore Posted October 9, 2017 Members Report Posted October 9, 2017 https://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/for/d/pfaffindustrial-sewing-machine/6320813153.html If it works well, I'm guessing it's a pretty solid deal for my use case (topstitching boots, chrome tan under 3/8" total; as much as I love my Typical GC6760, I doubt that a garment needle feed will cut it), with the following caveats: I hear Pfaff parts are expensive and/or harder to come by It has a legit-looking servo, but I might still want to change out the pulley or add a speed reducer I really wish I had a truck. Figuring out how to move stuff like this is always such a hassle. >.< Quote
Members Constabulary Posted October 9, 2017 Members Report Posted October 9, 2017 (edited) sounds good BUT seems the stitch length adjuster knob is NOT the original one!!! Not sure if it is working as it should - test the machinate before you buy it!!! I´d also test the built in bobbin winder. And check the condition of the timing belt (afaik the 1245 has a timing belt). You don´t need a truck for this machine. Edited October 9, 2017 by Constabulary Quote ~ Keep "OLD CAST IRON" alive - it´s worth it ~ Machines in use: - Singer 111G156 - Singer 307G2 - Singer 29K71 - Singer 212G141 - Singer 45D91 - Singer 132K6 - Singer 108W20 - Singer 51WSV2 - Singer 143W2
Members SheltathaLore Posted October 9, 2017 Author Members Report Posted October 9, 2017 Good catch - I hadn't compared it in detail to a picture of a new one. I'd definitely test it before buying, for sure. Well... it's either rent something, or try to cram it into my Honda Civic, which would probably be hilariously unsuccessful. And at that point I might as well rent something that lets me get it home without breaking it down. Quote
Members Constabulary Posted October 9, 2017 Members Report Posted October 9, 2017 ha - okay - civic is a quite useless car for transporting something bigger than a beer crate - check out a Mazda 6 station wagon - you get 2 sewing machines in it You still could disassemble the stand - not a too big deal - then even the civic can haul 2 machines Quote ~ Keep "OLD CAST IRON" alive - it´s worth it ~ Machines in use: - Singer 111G156 - Singer 307G2 - Singer 29K71 - Singer 212G141 - Singer 45D91 - Singer 132K6 - Singer 108W20 - Singer 51WSV2 - Singer 143W2
Hockeymender Posted October 9, 2017 Report Posted October 9, 2017 I would want to confirm that it is indeed a Pfaff. From those pictures I'm not so sure. Quote Regards, Joe Esposito www.hockeymenders.com instragram: @hockeymenders.com
Members dikman Posted October 9, 2017 Members Report Posted October 9, 2017 (edited) From what I can tell, comparing photos on the 'net, it appears to be a 1245 -6/01, although the stitch length adjuster looks different (may have been repaired?). I couldn't figure out why it didn't say Pfaff anywhere, but it looks like they've stuck the light and a label over the name (??). The motor also matches some I've seen on similar 1245 photos. As for moving it, I have a Subaru XV (Crosstrail in the US, I think) and by folding the rear seats flat and dismantling the machines I've got all of mine home that way. Lift the head unit off, remove motor from table, unbolt legs and dismantle etc - easy. At face value looks pretty good for $600. Edited October 9, 2017 by dikman Quote Machines wot I have - Singer 51W59; Singer 331K4; Seiko STH-8BLD; Pfaff 335; CB4500. Chinese shoe patcher; Singer 201K (old hand crank)
Uwe Posted October 10, 2017 Report Posted October 10, 2017 (edited) I'm normally a Pfaff fan, but I'm getting bad vibes from that CL ad. To me it looks like it's been driven hard by uncaring people, and then suffered a botched paint job. It ranks on my desirable-o-meter scale right up there with a once-fabulous 80's BMW that now has a body by Bondo®, a window held up with duct tape, and a spray can paint job. It may also just be a clone, not a genuine Pfaff, like Joe suggested. $600 for a serviceable genuine Pfaff is okay, but $600 for a worn-out clone is too much. It may look better in person, but normally it's the other way around. For the archive: Edited October 10, 2017 by Uwe Quote Uwe (pronounced "OOH-vuh" ) Links: Videos
mikesc Posted October 10, 2017 Report Posted October 10, 2017 (edited) Ditto with Uwe..Table and bed has seen a lot of use, and there are a lot of rolls of what might be plastic tarps and banner and maybe sail or vinyl material under those tables..worked hard, many "cliks" of cloth sewn, and it maybe a clone. Edited October 10, 2017 by mikesc Quote "Don't you know that women are the only works of Art" .. ( Don Henley and "some French painter in a field" )
Members SheltathaLore Posted October 10, 2017 Author Members Report Posted October 10, 2017 Checked with the seller, and they sent me pictures of the badge - assuming the badge isn't a lie, it is actually a Pfaff. That said, given the wear, I think that I will nope out on the three hour drive. It's just a pity there are no decent used machines available locally, even in the industrial shops. I'm not quite ready to dump $1300-$1500 into a new machine just yet. Quote
Members brmax Posted October 10, 2017 Members Report Posted October 10, 2017 Thanks for posting the photos, the discussion sheds some light on used machines and their conditions. With all that aside I thought it was good to mention that, that particular model in bare bones sales I seen on sale! at 1,995.US and most important Im not sure if the present new machine is a clone, so could be a bit different. In respect I get a grin with; This 3hr travel, to me sounds a breeze. I have not been that lucky rather to another State in travel with all but one and a 4hr minimum one way. Sometimes this is the best option and in taking a break! Have a Good day Floyd Quote
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