Members RhodesAveDesigns Posted November 6, 2017 Members Report Posted November 6, 2017 10 hours ago, JLSleather said: I know some balk at recommending a particular supplier, but I do not. Seems pretty harsh NOT to refer someone who has treated you well. My vote: CALL BOB. I do "3rd" this recommendation, as well- hadn't initially realized this post included a direct link. Bob will talk through your needs, and help determine the best accessories for you, rather than a predetermined "package". That said, make the best decision for you and your needs. If not Bob, depending on your geographic location, a dealer/ shop dedicated to selling and servicing sewing machines will offer far more valuable customer service in the long run than a generalist leather supplier. Quote
Members auzoo Posted November 7, 2017 Author Members Report Posted November 7, 2017 Everyone, thanks for the advice. Bob and Solar returned my email, waiting on a reply because both stated they would have to look it up when they get back to work. I did send the 1st request last week, but Bob said he had been sick and Solar said they at some festival. The only other choice I have found is through Springfield leather, but they may be the middle man for Cobra, but they advertise flat $150 shipping. Quote
Moderator Wizcrafts Posted November 7, 2017 Moderator Report Posted November 7, 2017 4 hours ago, auzoo said: The only other choice I have found is through Springfield leather, but they may be the middle man for Cobra, but they advertise flat $150 shipping. To quote from the Cobra Class 4P page on SLC: "SLC Sewing Machines are shipped by freight. $150 flat rate shipping for business addresses." Do you have a business address and a truck loading dock or a high lift fork lift? Forget it. I just carted that machine and when I entered my Zip code, 48509, the shipping charge to be added was $286.00. Quote Posted IMHO, by Wiz My current crop of sewing machines: Cowboy CB4500, Singer 107w3, Singer 139w109, Singer 168G101, Singer 29k71, Singer 31-15, Singer 111w103, Singer 211G156, Adler 30-7 on power stand, Techsew 2700, Fortuna power skiver and a Pfaff 4 thread 2 needle serger.
Members SolarLeatherMachines Posted November 7, 2017 Members Report Posted November 7, 2017 15 hours ago, auzoo said: Everyone, thanks for the advice. Bob and Solar returned my email, waiting on a reply because both stated they would have to look it up when they get back to work. I did send the 1st request last week, but Bob said he had been sick and Solar said they at some festival. The only other choice I have found is through Springfield leather, but they may be the middle man for Cobra, but they advertise flat $150 shipping. We're back now. Trying to work through the 100+ phone calls on voice mail. The comments about shipping above are accurate. Shipping costs are very different depending on whether you live in a swamp, or in Alaska, or if you're going to a commercial location in a major metropolitan city(which is much cheaper). It's less about weight and more about how far out in the boonies you are. That's why Solar Leather Machines doesn't quote flat rate: for every 1 guy that gets a great deal, 4 people get hosed. We'd rather take the time and find out the RIGHT answer. Quote Alexander
Members SolarLeatherMachines Posted November 7, 2017 Members Report Posted November 7, 2017 Btw, the festival was the Texas Renaissance Festival. It's a huge festival with an enormous focus on leather goods. Some friends of ours own a shop down there, and did about $20,000 in 2 days. It's good business for leatherworkers, and if there's a lot of competition for holsters or horse tack in your area, you might check to see if there are any fairs near you. Quote Alexander
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