omg your explanation with the piece of wood helped me understand sewing sOOooOoo much better and i know people who sew! thank you this was life changing
Chuck within the first 2 and a half minutes you explained what Ive wondered about for so many years. I had no idea how a sewing machine worked, and thats the entire reason I have put off messing with one. Now I am not saying I am at a point to where I can afford to spend a grand on one at this point but after your video I will be rethinking it rather than just dismissing the idea all together. superb video as always and you are a wealth of information my friend, would love to spend an afternoon just chatting about shop. I really sincerely enjoy your videos and your soul, you are one of a kind.
Chuck you make me want one so bad! Hand stitching is my longest and hardest part of leather crafting. Hours spent on even small pieces. But I'm still so new to the hobby that I'm afraid to spend that much on what looks like the perfect machine
Had me at "...I'm Chuck Dorsett..." I'd purchase one of those today if I could...I'm gonna save this video and save up... Fabulous video, so easy to understand...Thank you again, Chuck!!
Chuck your intro videos are great. I would like to see you put the 303 to the test. I seem to have found my niche making laptop cases. I would like to see you run the 303 sewing a bag together. The hard part is sewing the edges of a bag together when there is very little room to sew in. One side can be sewn from the inside. No problem. Sewing from the other side is the problem when you can’t turn the bag or case inside out. Let’s see the 303 in action. Compare the 303 to 205 in abilities! These machines are expensive and the crafters can’t buy them both. We need to see what these machine can and cannot do. Are you up to the challenge? Or maybe someone in plant that feels more at ease with these machines.
Hi Chuck: Love your videos. I have a Juki 1541, and would like to do more leather bags. Do you know of any bag patterns specifically for total sewing on my industrial? Or can any of your pattern offerings be sewen as an either/or (Machine/hand) stitch. Example, can we sew the bag with the snakeskin insert totally on an industrial?
Chuck, love your videos they are very informative. I just ordered the 303 to replace the machine i have. My old machine is ok, but has no fine speed control, And find myself hand wheeling way to much. Time to upgrade !. does the 303 have a guild bar attachment ? Thanks for all the great tips.
Does it have a plug-in that plugs into a house or does it have to have a special plug-in for the motor question thank you for your time and I appreciate your link.
Excellent video I love the explanation of how the machine works. I too had no idea one question chuck. Can this machine also be used to stitch webbing I work on various projects, mostly leather, but I also get involved in some canvas and webbing.
Yes, the machine shown in the video would be a great option for various materials like leather, nylon, webbing and canvas! It can sew up to 1/4" thickness.
I'd like to do more work with heavier leathers. Within armormaking for LARP I work with vegtan with 4mm thickness (that should be around 10oz). Would that machine be able to sew two of those slabs together?
If you're sewing gussets, you'll likely want a cylinder arm. If not, a flat bed would work for you! You're welcome to give us a call and one of our machinery guys would be happy to discuss your needs and give you recommendations! 800-932-8371 ext. 223
We are a distributor for the parts. We don’t know of any other people that would have parts. We know the manufacturer well and have some parts here from used machines that would be available. We haven’t had any issues as of yet with parts as far as replacing them and availability of them.
Would you recommend the 303. I'm looking to purchase my first machine and I trust Chuck implicitly. I do small hand bags, wallets and other things in chrome tan, and well as belts and a few knife sheaths in veg tan. Any info would help.
The bobbin size is LG-26 mm. You can check out all of the details on this machine by visiting www.weaverleathersupply.com/products/weaver-303-sewing-machine-complete-stand-servo-motor
I wished I could afford a leather sewing machine just for putting a leather liner on crocodile belts. That is a lot of hand sewing and my local leather tack shop charges $30 to do one 5 minute job. Or doing a simple shopping bag, but at least they'll do the thinner leather at Joann's for a more reasonable price. Then again a simple saddle stitch cannot unravel without cutting every stitch, especially if I tie a knot with every stitch like I do on knife sheath belt loops.
Yep. I just recently asked a vendor for industrial sewing machines about stuff for leathercraft. A good example for bags and stuff like that, the Pfaff 335, costs about 2.500€, more specialised or heavier-duty machines go up in prices.
The 303 sewing machine is $1,200.00 - Here is a link to it on our website... www.weaverleathersupply.com/products/weaver-303-sewing-machine-complete-stand-servo-motor?_pos=1&_sid=3a9ca37c0&_ss=r
omg your explanation with the piece of wood helped me understand sewing sOOooOoo much better and i know people who sew! thank you this was life changing
Weaver,... Chuck,... thank you for these videos! They are an INTEGRAL part of this entire industry!
Chuck within the first 2 and a half minutes you explained what Ive wondered about for so many years. I had no idea how a sewing machine worked, and thats the entire reason I have put off messing with one. Now I am not saying I am at a point to where I can afford to spend a grand on one at this point but after your video I will be rethinking it rather than just dismissing the idea all together. superb video as always and you are a wealth of information my friend, would love to spend an afternoon just chatting about shop. I really sincerely enjoy your videos and your soul, you are one of a kind.
Totally agree
Great teacher. You are an asset to Weaver.
Chuck you make me want one so bad! Hand stitching is my longest and hardest part of leather crafting. Hours spent on even small pieces. But I'm still so new to the hobby that I'm afraid to spend that much on what looks like the perfect machine
Wow! Look at that lighting!
Awesome, I loved your piece of wood as a prop, it was perfect. Thanks
Beautiful machine you explain thing so easy I don't even have one always wanted an industrial machine
Thank You, Chuck, great video! Now I want to buy a 303!
Just a comment to keep the algorithm going. 👍🏻
Thank You Chuck .hope to see y'all in Prescott.
Had me at "...I'm Chuck Dorsett..." I'd purchase one of those today if I could...I'm gonna save this video and save up... Fabulous video, so easy to understand...Thank you again, Chuck!!
So glad to hear. You're welcome!
Thank you for the great video, I've been considering upgrading to a machine, looks productive and fun
I have a shoe cobbler sewing machine. Cost 115 bucks. Sewed a whole lot with it. So worth it. For when I want to do a quick project.
Nice video , super informative and very helpful.
this was a great video with a lot of great information. thank you.
I've been wanting one of these for a few years...sad to miss the sale, but I'll probably be getting one next year!
Chuck your intro videos are great. I would like to see you put the 303 to the test. I seem to have found my niche making laptop cases. I would like to see you run the 303 sewing a bag together. The hard part is sewing the edges of a bag together when there is very little room to sew in. One side can be sewn from the inside. No problem. Sewing from the other side is the problem when you can’t turn the bag or case inside out. Let’s see the 303 in action. Compare the 303 to 205 in abilities! These machines are expensive and the crafters can’t buy them both. We need to see what these machine can and cannot do. Are you up to the challenge? Or maybe someone in plant that feels more at ease with these machines.
Great video
Please create more videos on sewing with the 303
I was hoping to see the capabilities of the machine, how is it set apart from any other industrial?
Thank you for sharing!
Hi Chuck: Love your videos. I have a Juki 1541, and would like to do more leather bags. Do you know of any bag patterns specifically for total sewing on my industrial? Or can any of your pattern offerings be sewen as an either/or (Machine/hand) stitch. Example, can we sew the bag with the snakeskin insert totally on an industrial?
How about airbrushing dye on leather
Chuck, love your videos they are very informative. I just ordered the 303 to replace the machine i have. My old machine is ok, but has no fine speed control, And find myself hand wheeling way to much. Time to upgrade !. does the 303 have a guild bar attachment ? Thanks for all the great tips.
Is the brother 371hd sewing machine good for leather work??
How high does the foot go up and how thick of leather can you sew. 5/9/23
Could I also use this machine to sew canvas?
Does it have a plug-in that plugs into a house or does it have to have a special plug-in for the motor question thank you for your time and I appreciate your link.
It is just a standard plug that you plug into your house. On a technical level it is a standard 110V-120V plug.
Excellent video I love the explanation of how the machine works. I too had no idea one question chuck. Can this machine also be used to stitch webbing I work on various projects, mostly leather, but I also get involved in some canvas and webbing.
Yes, the machine shown in the video would be a great option for various materials like leather, nylon, webbing and canvas! It can sew up to 1/4" thickness.
I want to purchase this machine from Japan how to purchase please tell me
I'd like to do more work with heavier leathers. Within armormaking for LARP I work with vegtan with 4mm thickness (that should be around 10oz). Would that machine be able to sew two of those slabs together?
I do about that thickness often. It won’t really do three of them, but two is fine.
when u pivot bring the needle past center bottom
I love great mechanical machines 11:44 :D
Is the 303 a tripe feed machine?
When I saw that little foot walking inside that other little foot, I went to your website, but it's sold out :(
You should send me a free one just for that...
I get orders for laptop cases. What type of sewing machine is the best to get?
If you're sewing gussets, you'll likely want a cylinder arm. If not, a flat bed would work for you! You're welcome to give us a call and one of our machinery guys would be happy to discuss your needs and give you recommendations! 800-932-8371 ext. 223
What about parts for this machine are they readily available at any parts dealer? Thanks
We are a distributor for the parts. We don’t know of any other people that would have parts. We know the manufacturer well and have some parts here from used machines that would be available. We haven’t had any issues as of yet with parts as far as replacing them and availability of them.
If only I had the money and space for that! But I like the process of hand-sewing so, I wouldn't complain either way.
having trouble setting up bobbin attachment. the belt slips at 1/8 & 1/4
Please reach out to our Machinery department. They can help you with this!
machinerysales@weaverleather.com
1-800-932-8371 Ext. 223
I have a 303. What do you recommend for my next machine? I’m thinking a post machine that can do 1/2” or 3/4” leather.
Would you recommend the 303. I'm looking to purchase my first machine and I trust Chuck implicitly. I do small hand bags, wallets and other things in chrome tan, and well as belts and a few knife sheaths in veg tan. Any info would help.
@@michaelvoshell6911 yes, for light to medium work it’s a dream. Sewing two 10oz pieces together is about its limit for me though.
@@aixpert291im thinking about purchasing the 303. Im doing belts , usually 10-12oz . So this will sew that with no problem correct?
@@13RLozano yes, as long as you don’t want to use very thick thread.
How thick of leather can you saw with this machine
The 303 can sew up to 1/4" thick material.
I'm trying to sew thin leather on my brother sewing machine 1ST before I go and get a leather sewing machine
What size of bobbin does your machine use
The bobbin size is LG-26 mm. You can check out all of the details on this machine by visiting www.weaverleathersupply.com/products/weaver-303-sewing-machine-complete-stand-servo-motor
What thickness can this sew. I want to make holsters.
This machine can sew up to 1/4" thickness.
I wished I could afford a leather sewing machine just for putting a leather liner on crocodile belts. That is a lot of hand sewing and my local leather tack shop charges $30 to do one 5 minute job. Or doing a simple shopping bag, but at least they'll do the thinner leather at Joann's for a more reasonable price. Then again a simple saddle stitch cannot unravel without cutting every stitch, especially if I tie a knot with every stitch like I do on knife sheath belt loops.
Im I tripping, or that backstitch is out of the holes? :D
to change the bobbin you have to lift the machine up and you can see the oil pan. that was the turn off for me.
The sewing machine was invented by Englishman Thomas Saint in 1790.
HOLY CRAP! That thing costs $1,200. 🤨
That’s exceptionally cheap for an industrial leather sewing machine, especially with the quality you’re getting for the price
Yep. I just recently asked a vendor for industrial sewing machines about stuff for leathercraft. A good example for bags and stuff like that, the Pfaff 335, costs about 2.500€, more specialised or heavier-duty machines go up in prices.
I know.. so cheap
On their website its 17% off so its at like 999 rn.
@@jarrettdittmer9367 plus the 10% coupon works too!
It's a shame that you don't tell us the price.
The 303 sewing machine is $1,200.00 - Here is a link to it on our website... www.weaverleathersupply.com/products/weaver-303-sewing-machine-complete-stand-servo-motor?_pos=1&_sid=3a9ca37c0&_ss=r
Hello! What kind of leather is used to make boots and shoes. I mean! Is thin or thick leather? Or what is best?