New Machine for the Leather Shop

I went to a huge leather auction last week. It was a two day auction with 2-3 auctioneers going at the same time from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.  They had leather by the truck loads there and a huge tent full of leather machinery and hand tools.  There was three large tents full of stuff.  I didn't buy very much at the auction - just 4 boxes of lining leather and a few other hand tools.  (I regret that I didn't take any pictures at the auction).  

But - I did purchase a new sewing machine at the store where the auction was held.  Now I can sew a lot of different styles of holsters and other items much more quickly than hand stitching.  This machine will sew up to 3/4 inch leather.

Very nice machine, glad you'll be able to increase your production with it.

That's a mean stitcher!

Good looking machine! I bet the auction was fun too.

Yes I did enjoy the auction although I didn't have much money left to spend after buying the machine. I am looking forward to next year's auction.

lets try this again (it seems my first reply is lost in cyberspace)

Nice looking "walking foot" Rohn, is it industrial or commercial duty?

12acrehome wrote:lets try this again (it seems my first reply is lost in cyberspace)

Nice looking "walking foot" Rohn, is it industrial or commercial duty?

I can't really tell you Keith. I just know that it sews effortlessly through several very heavy pieces of leather. And it cost almost $3,000.00! I believe it will be a big help in my shop and I am sure I will be able to expand the business quite a bit now.

good deal!! it looks commercial grade, due to the stylized shape and finish, but I see what could be industrial control switches. Mainly just curious. A great find either way, and either would serve you well.

Nice!

That's great, Rohn! I need to order another belt from you soon for my dh. He's lost 30 pounds and is complaining his pants are too loose.