Hey guys. Im considering getting a sewing machine for leather and whatever else. Here's what I'm looking at. Its a Pfaff 1295 walking feet 3phase motor and they will throw in a 110v clutch motor. Any ideas what it would be worth? Also I was wondering what the controller panel does.... I know I am lost when it comes to sewing machines lol. Any other help would be greatly appreciated.
I hope it is heavy-duty enough for at least 3 layers of 8oz leather. If it is I will be trying all kinds of different things. I'm liking leather working I just don't care for the stitching part of it.
I hear where your coming from every time I make a sheath I get excited then it comes to the stitching and I feel like an old lady on the couch...lol!!!
A walking foot machine is great to work with but I am not a fan of post machines like this one. I prefer a free arm like an Adler or a bench top like a Juki or Consew walking foot. They are not cheap but they will handle everything from heavy multiple layers of canvas to heavy leather. I have been sewing leather since I was 8 years old and I am 42 now. I have never been a fan of Pfaff for leather work, just not durable enough. What is the price??
Hey. Sorry guys. I didn't even notice you guys replied. I'm actually the opposite Steve. When it comes to the stitching I just stare at it for a while and hope a sewing machine appears. Lol. Drew. I saw a nice Adler on kijiji a while back. it looked a bit older but it may have just been rebuilt because it looked new and perfect condition. It also had a new servo motor. It was an arm type. Too bad it was a lot more than I was willing to spend right now. The guy was asking $400 for this machine.
good thread ! (no pun intended) been looking to sew up ( sorry that's bad, couldnt resist ) a deal on a machine as well , still looking
Lol Rob. Ya I think this one is still available but since it looks like it may not be what I need I will keep going with the awl.
