dimgshoe Report post Posted August 30, 2020 Hi everyone, I'm looking to get a machine and move away from totally hand stitching my shoes. There isnt much available for me where im at, but this opportunity presented itself: it is a Pfaff 595-W3-317/2D I'm wondering if anyone could share some insight on this machine/similar machines, pitfalls and issues, and if it would be good for closing uppers. its a walking foot, not a roller (which I've heard are a little easier in upper closing), so im also wondering if its feasible to change these for a roller easily? thanks again Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wizcrafts Report post Posted August 31, 2020 This machine is a post bed compound feed walking foot machine. It doesn't lend itself to becoming a roller foot machine. If you believe you will be better served by a roller foot machine, try negotiating a trade. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dimgshoe Report post Posted August 31, 2020 Thanks for the info. I think from what I've heard that this foot will actually work out fine. Cheers Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wizcrafts Report post Posted August 31, 2020 4 hours ago, dimgshoe said: Thanks for the info. I think from what I've heard that this foot will actually work out fine. Cheers I also have a walking foot post machine and it helps feed difficult leathers and ball caps. I primarily use it to sew patches onto hats and biker vests. It feeds much better than my top feed only patcher and has a bigger bobbin. If you "need" a post machine a walking foot is a positive a feed as you can get. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
