Looking for recommended suppliers in France post Brexit

[ThoughtFission]

Hi,

I was getting my supplies from the UK as I live in France. I'm pretty new to all of this so I was wondering if someone could recommend reasonably priced, good quality suppliers for:

1. a cylinder arm sewing machine
2. leather (natural veg tan)
3. pricking irons (chisels) and various other tools
4. a skiving machine
5. thread
6. dyes

Anywhere in Europe would be ok as long as they ship at reasonable prices and they are reputable.

Thanks!

G

Edited November 3, 2019 by ThoughtFission

[Danne]

1. Sieck.de ?

2. La Perla Azzurra Dakota: http://www.venditapelle.it/product/7/Dakota.html

3. Mando https://mando.fr/index.php?dispatch=products.view&product_id=2154

4. Sieck: Rebuilt Fratelli Alberti FAV2: http://www.sieck.de/en/machines/new-arrivals/?produkt=9921

5: Which thread? Leatherhouse sell fine linen thread (Produced by Meisi) https://www.leatherhouse.eu/products/98-sewing-thread/3454-waxed-linen-thread-from-hong-kong---yue-fung/

6: Leatherhouse: Dye from ROC, Fiebings, and Fenice.

 

If there is any particular product you are looking for, like a special brand of thread or dye/edge paint, I might be able to help, since I have quite good knowledge of the different European suppliers.

Edited November 4, 2019 by Danne

[chrisash]

I doubt that Brexit will effect you for at least 2 years (until after the transition period and trade talks end) and probably longer or never, 

[zuludog]

I'm wary of turning this into a political discussion, but I too am doubtful that Brexit will be as much of a problem as the Remainers have forecast - business is business, and no-one is going to turn down a customer

I can't suggest any particular suppliers, though I have seen the leatherhouse.eu website and it seems reasonable enough. Here are some comments on thread -

I would have thought that Fil au Chinois would be the obvious choice for someone living in France, but as it's not so easy to find in Britain recently I have tried Yue Fung thread, both linen & synthetic, and it's very good. In particular I like the linen thread, and I'd say it's as good, if not better than Fil au Chinois

I have used Amy Roke synthetic thread, and prefer it to Ritza/Tiger thread

I haven't used Amy Roke linen, but I would expect it to be good quality

I haven't bought any leather of this supplier, but I've heard good reports - https://www.buyleatheronline.com

Edited November 4, 2019 by zuludog

[Dunluce]

Try Deco Cuir who are based in France. I often use them and have found them to offer a good service. They have a fantastic range and they also have a scheme where you gain points on your purchases

[Constabulary]

I still doubt BREXIT will happen.

There area lot of suppliers and dealer in Germany as well.

https://www.ledermacher.de/

https://www.rickert-werkzeug.de/

https://hightex-germany.de/

www.sieck.de

 

 

Edited November 4, 2019 by Constabulary

[chrisash]

Largest movement in prices will be between those in the Euro and those not in it