Machine Recommendation-New to leatherwork about 1 year ago

[Tlogan]

Hi all, I'm seeking advice from some of you veterans.  I just got into leatherworking about a year ago.  I have been making tooled belts and gun belts mainly.  Currently anything that needs stitched, I am hand stitching, and I find that to be quite time consuming and my least favorite part of the project.  

I'm a hobbyist, not looking to go into business making these other than for family/friends.  Anyone recommend a good machine for me to speed up the stitching process?  I don't want to tie a bunch of money up into a machine for a hobby that wouldn't be frequently used more than a few times a month.  

I'm located just outside Toledo Ohio.  

Thanks in advance for your help.

 

Trent

[Handstitched]

G'Day and welcome to the world of leather  

This is one question that has been asked countless times on here, and it can be a daunting choice to make .  It all depends on what type of leather you're going to sew, budget etc. 

Just do a little bit of research on here. "Best type of machine" etc. in the sewing machines thread . 

HS

[Ken Nelson]

You are lucky,  You  are close to Toledo Sewing Machine Co.  Bob will steer you right and you will have good tech support.