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I do marine canvas and upholstery as part of my boat refitting business. I currently use a Sailrite LSZ1, but find that it's constant need of attention and the fact that it isn't a true walking foot machine, really slows me down. I am not a high volume shop but I need to get the best use of my time. I am particularly disappointed at how Phifertex screening slips between the layers of facing and thus doesn't lie flat when finished.
I know a lot of marine fabricators seem to favor Juki, but that company seem to make a confusing array of different models. I also don't know what other brands are good for my purpose. I would like to buy new, but it seems that too many manufacturers are willing to whore out their brand name by producing lesser quality merchandise.
So... what features should I look for? How much should I expect to pay for a machine that may gets use only 300 hours a year?
Thanks
I know a lot of marine fabricators seem to favor Juki, but that company seem to make a confusing array of different models. I also don't know what other brands are good for my purpose. I would like to buy new, but it seems that too many manufacturers are willing to whore out their brand name by producing lesser quality merchandise.
So... what features should I look for? How much should I expect to pay for a machine that may gets use only 300 hours a year?
Thanks