Members BrownChicken Posted November 16, 2017 Members Report Posted November 16, 2017 I sew 2oz to 6oz max for handbags. I've been happy with my 111w155 but I came into these two machines and only will keep one. I kind of like how the 3300 is a lighter weight machine it's not compound just walks with the back foot however it seems with my 111w155 it'll be less overlap. The pfaff 1245 now I just want because the foot clearance is huge lol I really don't know why one may prefer this one over the Mitsubishi 3300 for doing such lightweight work that I do along side of my 111w155 i also usually sew 12oz canvas so again just seems like the 3300 has less overlap than the 1245 does obvioisly the pfaff is a superior sewing machine but don't get stuck on that :-) . Can you help me decide which works better for the light leather and canvas I sew that will work nicely with my 111w155? Quote
Members BrownChicken Posted November 16, 2017 Author Members Report Posted November 16, 2017 Or do I sell them both and get a cylinder machine? I spent $500 on both together as a package deal along with a 107w1 I'm trying to kick out to someone who wants one Quote
CowboyBob Posted November 17, 2017 Report Posted November 17, 2017 Ok,Patricia the 3300 is good on lightweight & thin canvas,it inot good on leather as the feed dogs & feet will mark of course the teeth can be ground off on the feet,but you still have the feed dogs marking the bottom.The Pfaff is a good machine except parts,feets & etc will cost more than 111w,the way the bobbincase is it'll run larger thread easier than the 111w will . Quote Bob Kovar Toledo Industrial Sewing Machine Sales Ltd. 3631 Marine Rd Toledo,Ohio 43609 1-866-362-7397
Uwe Posted November 17, 2017 Report Posted November 17, 2017 Personally I'd keep the Pfaff 1245 and sell all the others. I can't think of anything the Singers or Mitsubishi can do that the Pfaff can't. Cheap presser feet are overrated, in my opinion - it's a race to the bottom in terms of quality. Quote Uwe (pronounced "OOH-vuh" ) Links: Videos
Members BrownChicken Posted November 17, 2017 Author Members Report Posted November 17, 2017 I could never sell my singer though I put too much blood sweat and tears into it I think that's my problem lol! Oh gosh I realized that totally is the issue here ... I need to either accept my 111w155 as a piece of furniture because this pfaff is like my 111 but on serious steroids. Uwe you contributed to this problem by having some great videos helping me repair it haha Quote
Members BrownChicken Posted November 17, 2017 Author Members Report Posted November 17, 2017 54 minutes ago, CowboyBob said: Ok,Patricia the 3300 is good on lightweight & thin canvas,it inot good on leather as the feed dogs & feet will mark of course the teeth can be ground off on the feet,but you still have the feed dogs marking the bottom.The Pfaff is a good machine except parts,feets & etc will cost more than 111w,the way the bobbincase is it'll run larger thread easier than the 111w will . The parts are insanely more expensive reminds me of my BMW.... hmmmmm maybe should I settle on my 111w being an OK machine but sell the 3300 and the 1245 and try to get a cylinder bed machine with a flatbed table attachment to use when needed? Quote
Uwe Posted November 17, 2017 Report Posted November 17, 2017 (edited) My goodness, yes, please do keep that Singer 111W155! Put it in a hermetically sealed glass dome and upgrade your home insurance. I don't think I've ever seen one as pretty as yours. I was expecting the typical, tired old Singer 111W155. I'd be afraid to actually use your museum piece. Edited November 17, 2017 by Uwe Quote Uwe (pronounced "OOH-vuh" ) Links: Videos
Members BrownChicken Posted November 17, 2017 Author Members Report Posted November 17, 2017 1 hour ago, Uwe said: My goodness, yes, please do keep that Singer 111W155! Put it in a hermetically sealed glass dome and upgrade your home insurance. I don't think I've ever seen one as pretty as yours. I was expecting the typical, tired old Singer 111W155. I'd be afraid to actually use your museum piece. Unfortunately not quite, it was repainted after I fixed the number of issues with it which required me to partially gut it again only to reassemble it all over but it's pretty. It was going to look like a tired old machine but the video you uploaded for the tension release lever replacement thingy started a total overhaul. It's sparkly inside too haha but it is nothing compared to this pfaff. I value both of your opinions highly - if I decide to aim for a cylinder bed machine is there one you'd suggest or I should look out for? I'd probably try to avoid the pfaff brand unless another good deal came my way. I looked up the cost of a new hook alone and my stomach dropped! Shout out to keelersales for my rad decals though they're beautiful Quote
Members R8R Posted November 17, 2017 Members Report Posted November 17, 2017 3 hours ago, BrownChicken said: I could never sell my singer though I put too much blood sweat and tears into it I think that's my problem lol! Oh gosh I realized that totally is the issue here ... I need to either accept my 111w155 as a piece of furniture because this pfaff is like my 111 but on serious steroids. Uwe you contributed to this problem by having some great videos helping me repair it haha You can see the reflection of the decal on the bed in the shiny paint of the arm. That's a crazy nice machine. Quote
Members BrownChicken Posted November 18, 2017 Author Members Report Posted November 18, 2017 22 hours ago, R8R said: You can see the reflection of the decal on the bed in the shiny paint of the arm. That's a crazy nice machine. Thank you :-) I painted it with 2k paint it's really sturdy and I put a wild thick clear coat on so if I do scuff it badly I've got enough wiggle room to polish it out haha but I haven't had any scratches yet even sewing with zippers! Though if it's something really rough I will put down a piece of leather haha. Unfortunately it's not original. However you can see why I'm comparing this old thing with a beast pfaff 1245 to figure which to keep lol! Quote
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