houndsnmules Report post Posted August 6, 2020 What size screws does the 97 take if you want to put a material guide on? #2 My singer 97 sews fine until a transition between 1-2,1-3 pieces of leather. it missies 3-4 stitches then it picks it up again. I set the needle bar to spec. I'm thinking the shuttle hook is worn its not broken but it doesn't have a real sharp point. Thanks in advance! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Art Report post Posted August 6, 2020 Try going up one needle size. Art Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Northmount Report post Posted August 6, 2020 @houndsnmules Moved your post to Leather Sewing Machines. Tom Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shoepatcher Report post Posted August 6, 2020 I have seen guys sew with a leather or plastic wedge behind the foot as the foots going from thick layers down to thin layers. It works. glenn Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
houndsnmules Report post Posted August 11, 2020 thanks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
