Comments on: Sewing Machine Primer

By: Timmyzx

Timmyzx — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 16:55:40 +0000

Can you tell me your thoughts on this White machine for heavy duty applications? (Ebay item #120528687336) It is refurbished, but the price point is within my budget. After building a tactical sling at a fraction of the cost of purchasing one, I now want to attempt a rucksack and dropleg holster. I am a novice when it comes to commercial sewing, but thought this might be a good platform to start from. Any input would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

By: Wganz

Wganz — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 00:07:16 +0000

Been inspired by what I’ve seen in the RYI threads. I’ve seen a number of ‘ConSew’ machines offered on Craig’s list as industrial machines.

Are these machines capable of sewing canvas and leather as they are described?

By: Solidstate

Solidstate — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:02:13 +0000

Thanks for the info.

It would be very useful to list the exact model numbers of machines that people use and recommend.

I have gone to various industrial sewing machine sited and the list HUNDREDS of different models.

It would be a great help if DIY TACTICAL could start a list of recommended industrial sewing machines that can do straight stitch and zigzag and if they have a free arm.

Thanks

By: JetStream

JetStream — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 23:59:32 +0000

I liked your article, you seem to frown upon all newer and more economical sewing machines, which from my very beginner research seems to be Very well founded. I am interested in finding a good machine, such as you described, for me, a beginner, on a $200 budget. I did some research and this is what I found… Please tell me your impressions, if you dont mind. Thank you

Euro-PRO “Denim and Silk” 7100
http://www.amazon.com/Euro-Pro-Denim-Stitch-Sewing-Machine/dp/B00008US2C/ref=wl_it_dp_o?ie=UTF8&coliid=ILEOLPXXXDIE8&colid=25CMCNJ6MP57D

Euro-PRO “Craft & Sew” 7500XH
http://www.amazon.com/Euro-Pro-7500XH-Craft-NSew/dp/B000068U62/ref=wl_it_dp_o?ie=UTF8&coliid=I164VR6YIGWWQ1&colid=25CMCNJ6MP57D

By: Andrew

Andrew — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 06:33:10 +0000

Hi Great information I am looking to buy a second hand machine for making a safety harness any advise ?

By: davvowl

davvowl — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 14:00:11 +0000

pfaff = full of win
i own 3 myself and i cant think of buying anything else than pfaff now.

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