It's a little disappointing that they went for the usual dual feed system on this machine rather than a triple feed. It's so nice to be able to use the reverse lever on a triple feed to place the last stitch before a corner or when coming up to overlap a previous line of stitching. The lack of a knee lift is also such a painful miss. I hope at some point they'll put some R&D dollars into making a compact/portable version of something like the Consew 206RB-5 triple-feed machine.
I like the demonstration, i was curious to see the underside of the stitches. They are so neat, I’m sure they’d be perfect. is the white model able to sew through leather, like the type you sewed in your demo?
Tandy used to sell a white version of basically the same machine. I don't see it on their website anymore, but it had the same capacity as the Sailrite leatherwork, which is about 5/16" of compressed leather. Consew makes a portable walking foot that's pretty similar as well. Best to you.
Great video. Answered tons of questions. Having the experience you have with the leatherworking machine, is there another machine you would consider and why?
@@TheThoughtfulWoodworker one last question, what's the difference between the leatherworker (the green one) and the LS (the orange one) And why can I get the the whole table and servo reduction for less then the LS?
I'd love to put this machine in a treadle table. It just seems like a really funny (as in humorous) thing to do. Not that I would put that much money in a comedy project.
Thank you so much for this video! I have been researching machines and have been looking at this one. Do you think this would sew lighter fabrics as well when I would want to switch out? Also could you add a link as to where you purchase your leather? Thank you!
Yes, the presser foot that comes with the Leatherwork is good for light to medium weight fabric as well. Canvas, medium upholstery weight fabric etc. I wouldn't sew silk or a slip cover with it, but it can handle most everything else. Basically it can do everything an LS-1 can do, plus the ability to sew leather. Good luck with your decision!
As far as the machine, it doesn't have auto thread cutting. And no, the thread didn't break. I might have been a tad short of my starting hole when I backtacked. Operator error if anything. Best
92 weight (Tex 90) is the largest thread recommended for the Sailrite Ultrafeed and Leatherwork machines. I tried 69 and 92 weight, and both worked fine. Best
Saddles and holsters are specialty work, even within the field of leather sewing. You wouldn't have nearly enough clearance under the presser foot. Additionally, you can only use 92 weight thread max on the Sailrite. While that's plenty for upholstery, it's not quite enough for the heavy stuff. Best
Yes, you are correct, a compound walking foot AKA triple feed has some advantages. It includes needle feed along with the feed dog and walking foot for even more consistent material feeding. The biggest limitation with the portable machines is the foot doesn't lift quite high enough. Thanks.
@@TheThoughtfulWoodworker OK. Thanks for your reply. I am looking at buying my first machine and I am trying to buy a good machine from the start so I don't outgrow it. From what I have read and watched on TH-cam, the Sailrite machines have a good rep, but would probably be too expensive to ship to Australia.
Hello, with the Leatherwork machine it has been specifically put together to sew slowly. The speed reducer and variable workhorse servo help with that goal. 16oz of leather is 1/4" thick more or less. That is approaching the functional maximum thickness of this machine (about 5/16" max in my experience). You'll definitely want to adjust the machine for maximum walking foot steppage. That said, I always sew pretty slowly when working with leather. Cheers
Nope. 92 weight is about max for the Sailrite. Even my full size industrial machines struggle with 138 weight thread. 92 weight is pretty strong actually, and it's my preferred thread for upholstery. Best
@@pequodexpress That's good it works for you with thicker thread. But just so people know Sailrite recommends a max thread weight of 92. Thanks for sharing your experience with the machine. Best
Wait a minute....a 3/8" foot lift over an advertised 1/4" foot lift and that's a big deal leather machine? The Fabricator will do better than that without losing a beat. But, this machine should be adequate for wallets and belts....
Yes the fabricator is a heavier duty machine than this little portable machine. But the fabricator isn't as robust as a Consew 206rb or Juki 563. Best to you.
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I just got mine last weekend! This was very helpful, thank you so much!
That's great. Enjoy your new machine!
I’ve been thinking about getting a leather sewing machine. Was thinking about a weaver 303 but I’m really liking this machine
Good luck with your decision! @@ROBTAT2
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I would love to have a machine like that. I love that it's compact. would fit great in my little downstairs workshop.
Yep, being compact is one of the best features. Thanks.
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Fantastic review
I can’t wait to get mine
Great, best of luck with the new machine! Thanks for checking out the video.
It's a little disappointing that they went for the usual dual feed system on this machine rather than a triple feed. It's so nice to be able to use the reverse lever on a triple feed to place the last stitch before a corner or when coming up to overlap a previous line of stitching. The lack of a knee lift is also such a painful miss. I hope at some point they'll put some R&D dollars into making a compact/portable version of something like the Consew 206RB-5 triple-feed machine.
Yep, all good points you make. Thanks
I like the demonstration, i was curious to see the underside of the stitches. They are so neat, I’m sure they’d be perfect.
is the white model able to sew through leather, like the type you sewed in your demo?
Tandy used to sell a white version of basically the same machine. I don't see it on their website anymore, but it had the same capacity as the Sailrite leatherwork, which is about 5/16" of compressed leather. Consew makes a portable walking foot that's pretty similar as well. Best to you.
Great video. Answered tons of questions. Having the experience you have with the leatherworking machine, is there another machine you would consider and why?
Consew 206rb-5 or older 206rb. No other portable machine though. Best to you
@@TheThoughtfulWoodworker many thanks
@@TheThoughtfulWoodworker one last question, what's the difference between the leatherworker (the green one) and the LS (the orange one)
And why can I get the the whole table and servo reduction for less then the LS?
@@fordfan3179It's the same head, just painted green. The Leatherwork comes with a little speed reducer and servo motor
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I'd love to put this machine in a treadle table. It just seems like a really funny (as in humorous) thing to do. Not that I would put that much money in a comedy project.
Thank you so much for this video! I have been researching machines and have been looking at this one. Do you think this would sew lighter fabrics as well when I would want to switch out? Also could you add a link as to where you purchase your leather? Thank you!
Yes, the presser foot that comes with the Leatherwork is good for light to medium weight fabric as well. Canvas, medium upholstery weight fabric etc. I wouldn't sew silk or a slip cover with it, but it can handle most everything else. Basically it can do everything an LS-1 can do, plus the ability to sew leather.
Good luck with your decision!
On the coaster. The backtack. Did it cut the thread?
As far as the machine, it doesn't have auto thread cutting. And no, the thread didn't break. I might have been a tad short of my starting hole when I backtacked. Operator error if anything.
Best
What is the thickest oz level it can go thru
It depends on how you have the machine set, but it will sew 3-4 layers of 2-3 oz leather. About 5/16 total compressed thickness.
Thanks
could this be used to sew wallets and belts out of leather?
Yes, it would be a great machine for wallets and belts. Good for thin leather.
What style / size needles are you using with the leather work machine?
I use 135x17 needles in size 19 or 20 for 92 weight thread.
Have fun!
What’s the largest thread size you’ve used with this machine?
92 weight (Tex 90) is the largest thread recommended for the Sailrite Ultrafeed and Leatherwork machines. I tried 69 and 92 weight, and both worked fine.
Best
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I am looking to move away from my Boss stitcher, and just heard about the sail rite….
Yeah, dig up all the info you can on the Sailrite and Leatherwork. I've got a few videos you can check out.
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So what characteristics make it not the right machine for sewing saddles and gun holsters?
Saddles and holsters are specialty work, even within the field of leather sewing. You wouldn't have nearly enough clearance under the presser foot. Additionally, you can only use 92 weight thread max on the Sailrite. While that's plenty for upholstery, it's not quite enough for the heavy stuff.
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I have used 207 weight thread with no problem on the Sailrite leatherwork machine
@@leatherwerksaz7634 could you use this machine to make leather wallets and belts?
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Wouldn't a compound walking foot be better?
Yes, you are correct, a compound walking foot AKA triple feed has some advantages. It includes needle feed along with the feed dog and walking foot for even more consistent material feeding. The biggest limitation with the portable machines is the foot doesn't lift quite high enough. Thanks.
@@TheThoughtfulWoodworker OK. Thanks for your reply. I am looking at buying my first machine and I am trying to buy a good machine from the start so I don't outgrow it. From what I have read and watched on TH-cam, the Sailrite machines have a good rep, but would probably be too expensive to ship to Australia.
How fast can I go on this on a 16oz leather?
Hello, with the Leatherwork machine it has been specifically put together to sew slowly. The speed reducer and variable workhorse servo help with that goal. 16oz of leather is 1/4" thick more or less. That is approaching the functional maximum thickness of this machine (about 5/16" max in my experience). You'll definitely want to adjust the machine for maximum walking foot steppage. That said, I always sew pretty slowly when working with leather.
Cheers
Can I use thicker than a V-92 thread on this machine?
Nope. 92 weight is about max for the Sailrite. Even my full size industrial machines struggle with 138 weight thread. 92 weight is pretty strong actually, and it's my preferred thread for upholstery.
Best
I can use up to 207 thread with mine. That is the absolute maximum.
@@pequodexpress That's good it works for you with thicker thread. But just so people know Sailrite recommends a max thread weight of 92.
Thanks for sharing your experience with the machine.
Best
@@TheThoughtfulWoodworker I have tried 207 thread only with leather.
@@pequodexpress oh wow! Did you had to modify anything on the machine to accommodate such thick thread?
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Wait a minute....a 3/8" foot lift over an advertised 1/4" foot lift and that's a big deal leather machine? The Fabricator will do better than that without losing a beat. But, this machine should be adequate for wallets and belts....
Yes the fabricator is a heavier duty machine than this little portable machine. But the fabricator isn't as robust as a Consew 206rb or Juki 563. Best to you.
@@TheThoughtfulWoodworker not too sure about that