MegaBJJ Report post Posted January 22, 2021 I'm am totally new to this. I want to purchase a used Consew 206RB-3 or 206RB-5. What is the going rate for either of these units? I see a few locally to me but I don't know if they are a good price or not. What would you pay for a used Consew 206RB-3 or 5 in good working condition? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JLSleather Report post Posted January 22, 2021 Include table? Have a servo motor or clutch? Speed reducer? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MegaBJJ Report post Posted January 22, 2021 yes. table, servo, stand and all that stuff included. i dont know about a clutch or speed reducer. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pintodeluxe Report post Posted January 22, 2021 I would pay more for a rb-1 or rb-2 but generally I'd take any of them over an rb-5. Give me old Japanese iron please. Expect to pay 1K for a nice machine with variable speed servo and complete table setup. Much less in some markets, and a little more in other markets. Condition is everything, and indicates the "mileage" on the machine. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MegaBJJ Report post Posted January 22, 2021 1 hour ago, Pintodeluxe said: I would pay more for a rb-1 or rb-2 but generally I'd take any of them over an rb-5. Give me old Japanese iron please. Expect to pay 1K for a nice machine with variable speed servo and complete table setup. Much less in some markets, and a little more in other markets. Condition is everything, and indicates the "mileage" on the machine. Those are about the prices I see locally right now. Good to know! Thanks for the reply! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
klutes Report post Posted January 23, 2021 I found a complete 206rb in perfect condition for $500. I did hate to replace the clutch motor with a servo motor $124.. it will be the last machine I would ever get rid of. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kgg Report post Posted January 23, 2021 My rule of thumb for a clean used clone machine is between 40 - 50 percent of the list price of the same new clone machine. Doing a quick check it appears the cost from a dealer for a new Consew 206RB5 would run about $1450 + applicable taxes + shipping with table and servo motor. I would consider paying up to $700 if it was privately owned and not used in a commercial setting. Before you buy have you asked yourself: what you are want / need to sew, would a flatbed machine be the best option or would a cylinder bed be better suited to your needs, max thickness you want /need to punch through, size of thread you want / need for the top and bobbin thread (some machines can take V207 top but are limited to V138 in the bobbin) kgg Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MegaBJJ Report post Posted January 24, 2021 19 hours ago, kgg said: My rule of thumb for a clean used clone machine is between 40 - 50 percent of the list price of the same new clone machine. Doing a quick check it appears the cost from a dealer for a new Consew 206RB5 would run about $1450 + applicable taxes + shipping with table and servo motor Could you point me in the direction of a reputable dealer for a new Consew? thanks. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kgg Report post Posted January 24, 2021 4 hours ago, MegaBJJ said: Could you point me in the direction of a reputable dealer for a new Consew? thanks. Try this link: https://www.tolindsewmach.com/consew-206rb.html kgg Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
