Would I get much use out of a machine like this one?

[sofadoc]

I have an opportunity to buy one like this:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oTPd07r41N8

Would a model like this one be of much use in the couch biz?
How much is too much?

BTW  Does the guy in the video really think that he's showing us anything by just sewing the crap out of some scrap leather? 

[gene]

I like how he sews with a cigarette in his left hand.

I have no idea what you would want to sew, or could sew, in the furniture upholstery business. What would require a cylinder sewing area, like shoes or balls or baseball gloves? Hey, how about making boots?

gene

[JuneC]

I'd LOVE to have a machine like that just for topstitching in tight corners.  It's a real challenge on a flat-bed machine.

June

[kodydog]

Looks like something you would use to sew shoes or saddles.

[DDandJ]

I have always wanted a cylinder bed walking foot machine.  I don't know why in the world why.  I have no intention of making shoes or saddles.  I've always thought if I could pick one up at a bargain price I would grab it.

Like Sofadoc, I've wondered if I would actually use one in upholstery.  I can't see that I would.  I do, however, think it would be great for handbags, duffle bags, gun hosters, soft rifle cases, etc. 

For me, if it was at a bargain basement price I'd be all over it but I couldn't justify "new" price for one.

Jeremy

[Gregg @ Keystone Sewing]

This is a popular style or class of machine, and just about every Mfg. has one or my of this type or class.

Consew 227 is certainly one of the popular ones for sure, and this is best suited for handbags, purses, wallets, just about anthing a canvas uphoolstery machine can do, but with the increased flexibility of the cylinder bed.
Machine of this type usually have reverse, or people want reverse, machine in video does not.

Machines of this type often are limited with bobbin size and stitch length, due to the cylinder limitations.

[sofadoc]

I offered him $400. He has another offer of $500. If that deal falls through, he'll call me back. We'll see.
I could see using it for the purpose that June suggested, But I sure as heck ain't going into the purse and wallet business. ;)
BTW this one does have reverse.

I like watching those atlaslevy videos. He really thinks that he's showing me something when he sews a scrap 90 MPH. I want to see him put something meaningful together. I mean, I KNOW the machine will make a stitch. Otherwise, he wouldn't have turned the camera on.

[bobbin]

Lol, Gene.  He's multi-tasking. 

Yeah, I'd be all over a post or cylinder machine too, June.  I get a lot of requests to replace zippers in luggage/handbags and have to turn them away because I can't get the piece under the needle on my machinery. 

Not sure if I'd rather have one of those or a coverstitch machine more...

[kodydog]

But I sure as heck ain't going into the purse and wallet business. ;)

How about making something like this,

http://www.carrscorner.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=292&fullsize=1

I bought a similar holster about 25 years ago. Mines a bit smaller and made out of saddle leather. I use it daily and it helps increase production. Nothing like having a million dollar hold and the dad gum gun is 3" out of reach.

[sofadoc]

Nothing like having a million dollar hold and the dad gum gun is 3" out of reach.

It doesn't matter. Because as soon as you get that "Million dollar hold", the @!#!!@ gun is out of staples anyway. >:(

You guys may revoke my credentials for saying this, but I never could get used to having any tools holstered to my waist. I have about 6-8 pairs of scissors scattered hither and yon around the shop, so there's always a pair handy. That staple gun pouch would absolutely drive me crazy.

I beg for forgiveness from the Upholstery Gods. ;)

[Mike]

I had a post machine I traded in for a walking flatbed I never ilused it

[kodydog]

Nothing like having a million dollar hold and the dad gum gun is 3" out of reach.

You guys may revoke my credentials for saying this, but I never could get used to having any tools holstered to my waist. I have about 6-8 pairs of scissors scattered hither and yon around the shop, so there's always a pair handy. That staple gun pouch would absolutely drive me crazy.

I wasn't worried about you. I was hoping you would make some for the rest of us.  :P

[bobbin]

It's more an issue with the boys than the girls, but too much weight on the belt that holds up your drawers could result in serious "crackage".   ;)

I've been thinking about a customized tool belt for myself; the husband insists there ought to be a bunny tail on the back of it.  There are certain tools I like to have "at the ready" all the time.  (stapler, staple puller, scissors, marking pencil, small retractable tape measure). 

[kodydog]

It's more an issue with the boys than the girls, but too much weight on the belt that holds up your drawers could result in serious "crackage".   ;)

I've been thinking about a customized tool belt for myself; the husband insists there ought to be a bunny tail on the back of it.  There are certain tools I like to have "at the ready" all the time.  (stapler, staple puller, scissors, marking pencil, small retractable tape measure).  

My belt has a staple gun on one side and scissors, regulator, side dikes and staple puller on the other. And yes sometimes my pants get the gangsta look. I'm so used to it I can grab any tool with out looking.

[byhammerandhand]

I personally like to wear a white lab coat in the shop with a little 6" ruler in the chest pocket.   It keeps my tie out of the work.   I used to wear a vest, but I found I got too warm in them.   ;D