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Posted by Trevor Jones on July 1, 2007, 3:01 pm
Too_Many_Tools wrote:
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> On occasion I find myself needing to create items for the home
> workshop that require a sewing machine.
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> I am looking for recommendations in what to look for in a sewing
> machine that will handle a number of differnet materials (canvas,
> cotton, thin leather)
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> Any suggestions?
>
> Any suggested machines?
>
> Thanks
>
> TMT
>
If you are doing heavier stuff with multiple layers, a walking foot
machine is a real nice thing to have, It pushes the material along on
both sides, rather than just one.
I have sewn with Singer machines and Juki's. The Juki requires far
less in maintenance, as there are fewer adjustable linkages to get out
of order.
You can get lucky, and find a decent useable machine for under $400,
but a more realistic price for one with a table and a couple accessories
is probably around $1K, or a bit more.
Stuff like piping feet are nice to have, too, if you want to make
really Pro looking bags or covers.
Cheers
Trevor Jones
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Posted by Pogonip on July 1, 2007, 3:33 pm
Too_Many_Tools wrote:
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> On occasion I find myself needing to create items for the home
> workshop that require a sewing machine.
>
> I am looking for recommendations in what to look for in a sewing
> machine that will handle a number of differnet materials (canvas,
> cotton, thin leather)
>
> Any suggestions?
>
> Any suggested machines?
>
> Thanks
>
> TMT
>
Juki, Con-sew, Thompson, Singer, etc. have good industrial machines.
The domestic Singer machines, such as the Model 15, 66, 201, etc., are
*not* industrial. There is a 201 that was outfitted for dressmakers
with a knee lift, and it is a fine machine, but not industrial.
If you look on eBay (and who doesn't?) beware of unscrupulous sellers
who call any old solid iron sewing machine "industrial" -- when they are
domestic machines. Tough, versatile, strong, but not industrial. Their
motors are not built for 8 hours of flat-out sewing.
For occasional use, a Singer 15 or 201 would probably do you just fine,
but don't overpay for it. If you need a really heavy-duty machine, then
look at the real industrial models, including the Singer 31.
--
Joanne
stitches @ singerlady.reno.nv.us.earth.milky-way.com
http://members.tripod.com/~bernardschopen/
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Posted by Mike Berger on July 1, 2007, 5:22 pm
I had a similar need. I found an old Anker sewing machine --
apparently made in East Germany out of old tank parts. It's
rugged, reliable, and serviceable -- it has beautifully made
parts. It also has a delicate touch if needed (mine came
with a double needle and cams for embroidery stitches). I paid
$ 5 at a hamfest. It's a portable in the same sense of the
word with 1970's "portable" color TV's. There's a handle on
the carrying case. Supplies are readily available.
Surplus industrial singer models are great too. You can always
find parts and they're very reliable. If you have the space,
a table model with foot operated presser foot can be helpful.
You can also get treadle operated machines for occasional use and
exercise.
Too_Many_Tools wrote:
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> On occasion I find myself needing to create items for the home
> workshop that require a sewing machine.
>
> I am looking for recommendations in what to look for in a sewing
> machine that will handle a number of differnet materials (canvas,
> cotton, thin leather)
>
> Any suggestions?
>
> Any suggested machines?
>
> Thanks
>
> TMT
>
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Posted by Pogonip on July 1, 2007, 5:38 pm
Mike Berger wrote:
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> You can also get treadle operated machines for occasional use and
> exercise.
This overcomes some of the problems with motors not strong enough to
penetrate several layers. In this case, you are sitting on the motor.
;-)
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Joanne
stitches @ singerlady.reno.nv.us.earth.milky-way.com
http://members.tripod.com/~bernardschopen/
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Posted by Troy Weatherly on September 12, 2007, 1:25 pm
My mother-in-law is wanting to know if you are wanting to sell your
Anker Sewing machine. If so, please send me a pic of the machine
and how much you would sell it for. You can e-mail me at
troy1964@hotmail.com.
Thanks,
Troy
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Via: http://www.jumlers.com/rec.crafts.textiles.sewing/
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> workshop that require a sewing machine.
>
> I am looking for recommendations in what to look for in a sewing
> machine that will handle a number of differnet materials (canvas,
> cotton, thin leather)
>
> Any suggestions?
>
> Any suggested machines?
>
> Thanks
>
> TMT
>