Members Mocivnik Posted August 11, 2019 Members Report Posted August 11, 2019 I've been using ever since 150D waxed thread that I got from ebay, but as I've bought the tippmann now, I probably have to use unwaxed thread. Which brand should I use, what size? I'll be making mostly belts, holsters and knife sheaths. Quote
Members Sturme Posted August 11, 2019 Members Report Posted August 11, 2019 you want to use nylon thread, posting a link for example. https://tippmannindustrial.com/the-boss/accessories/all-nylon-thread/ tandy. Springfield leather, about any leather shops sales it Quote
Members Dwight Posted August 12, 2019 Members Report Posted August 12, 2019 My Tippmann Boss likes 346 waxed thread, . . . for belts, holsters, and knife sheaths. I have others on the shelf, . . . they mostly gather dust. May God bless, Dwight Quote If you can breathe, . . . thank God. If you can read, . . . thank a teacher. If you are reading this in English, . . . thank a veteran. www.dwightsgunleather.com
Members Mocivnik Posted August 12, 2019 Author Members Report Posted August 12, 2019 But isn't it forbidden to use waxed thread on tippmann? Doesn't it glue up parts and you have several hours of work to clean it up? I prefer waxed thread anyway. I always use this: https://www.ebay.com/itm/1pc-Sewing-Waxed-Thread-150D-1mm-Nylon-Hand-Stitching-Cord-for-Leather-Craft-DIY/173821144361?epid=17029957303&hash=item28788c2d29:g:hD0AAOSwyUpcfNuE Is this one proper to use on tippmann? Quote
Members Dwight Posted August 13, 2019 Members Report Posted August 13, 2019 Nahh, . . . that's an old wives tale, . . . Somewhere after I've done a half dozen holsters, . . . or maybe 3 belts, . . . there will be a stack of the wax on the upper left of the machine where it goes thru that little port, . . . paper towel wipes it off. Same for the lanyard above the needle, . . . and sometimes on the top of the needle. Worst part is your fingers are around that super sharp needle, . . . and it can lace you good if you are not careful. I tried non waxed, . . . think I threw the spool away, . . . don't know what happened to it, . . . I DID NOT LIKE IT. May God bless, Dwight Quote If you can breathe, . . . thank God. If you can read, . . . thank a teacher. If you are reading this in English, . . . thank a veteran. www.dwightsgunleather.com
Members Dwight Posted August 13, 2019 Members Report Posted August 13, 2019 Here are the thread sizes I use: Again, . . . the 346 is my favorite. May God bless, Dwight Size 277 / Tex 277 / Govt. 4-Cord Heavyweight thread used for hand and machine sewing. Typical uses include horse saddles and tack, knife sheaths, holsters, tarpaulins, banners, boat and pool covers. Its stitches are a focal point. Size 346 / Tex 350 / Govt. 5-Cord Heavyweight thread used for hand and machine sewing. Typical uses include canvas tarpaulins, saddles, horse tack, shoe repair, conveyer belts, holsters, and sheaths. Its stitches are a focal point. Size 415 / Tex 410 / Govt. 6-Cord Heavyweight thread used for hand and machine sewing. It is also a survival pack staple. Typical uses include canvas tarpaulins, saddles, horse tack, shoe repair, conveyor belts, holsters, and sheaths. Its stitches are a focal point. Quote If you can breathe, . . . thank God. If you can read, . . . thank a teacher. If you are reading this in English, . . . thank a veteran. www.dwightsgunleather.com
Members Mocivnik Posted August 13, 2019 Author Members Report Posted August 13, 2019 (edited) Great! Thanks, that helps a lot. Is this the thread you're talking about? #346-Heavy ? Will take all 3 colors, hope it will work fine. https://www.tandyleather.com/en/product/polyester-machine-thread What about that thread I've mentioned before? I have several spools of that, is it still useful on Tippmann or should I use it just for hand sewing? https://www.ebay.com/itm/1pc-Sewing-Waxed-Thread-150D-1mm-Nylon-Hand-Stitching-Cord-for-Leather-Craft-DIY/173821144361?epid=17029957303&hash=item28788c2d29:g:hD0AAOSwyUpcfNuE Edited August 13, 2019 by Mocivnik Quote
Members Mocivnik Posted August 13, 2019 Author Members Report Posted August 13, 2019 And what needles to use with tippmann? Any special required? For 346 thread? Quote
Members chrisash Posted August 13, 2019 Members Report Posted August 13, 2019 Hi Have a look here https://www.tolindsewmach.com/thread-chart.html Quote Mi omputer is ot ood at speeling , it's not me
Members Mocivnik Posted August 13, 2019 Author Members Report Posted August 13, 2019 10 hours ago, Dwight said: Here are the thread sizes I use: Again, . . . the 346 is my favorite. May God bless, Dwight Size 277 / Tex 277 / Govt. 4-Cord Heavyweight thread used for hand and machine sewing. Typical uses include horse saddles and tack, knife sheaths, holsters, tarpaulins, banners, boat and pool covers. Its stitches are a focal point. Size 346 / Tex 350 / Govt. 5-Cord Heavyweight thread used for hand and machine sewing. Typical uses include canvas tarpaulins, saddles, horse tack, shoe repair, conveyer belts, holsters, and sheaths. Its stitches are a focal point. Size 415 / Tex 410 / Govt. 6-Cord Heavyweight thread used for hand and machine sewing. It is also a survival pack staple. Typical uses include canvas tarpaulins, saddles, horse tack, shoe repair, conveyor belts, holsters, and sheaths. Its stitches are a focal point. Do you have any pictures of your work perhaps? From close look? Quote
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