RyanFromHolland Report post Posted May 7, 2021 Main question: Here in Europe/The Netherlands I could buy a Adler 168-273 but I'm affraid that it could become (or already is?) worthless because the lack of (spare)parts.. Is my fear legit? In my online search I couldn't find much users and/or parts for the 168 model in general. Does that mean I better stay away? This particular model is a 3 feed twin needle(8mm/needle size110-140), post type machine with large rotary hooks and friction motor. Secondairy question: I would like to use it for leather car upholstery (some with piping), yachting canvas (bimini, sprayhood/dodger) and incidentically sail repair. Is it correct to believe that a twin needle post type machine could be quite versatile and offer me: - room for sails (without the need of a longarm) - possibiltiy to use it as a flatbed with the use of a extra (raised) bed on the table - great double stitches for upholstery (double pointed seem) and yachting canvas (flat felling seam) - could also use is with 1 needle for single stitch Does the above points make sence? Or do I better search for a flatbed type machine like the good old Adler 267 (or something else)? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michiel Report post Posted May 8, 2021 Great machines if it is in aan Good condition i would nog worry too Much about spare parts sent you aan pm in Dutch...... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nylonRigging Report post Posted May 8, 2021 Unless you can live with the same needle spacing for all jobs . Only thing you might want to check on is the pricing-$$ , of changing out different size needle gauge sets ? . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
