Sewing machine for canvas?

Sailrite.com get the one that does zig zag you'll be glad u did

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I have a Husqvarna 6440 that has done this kind of heavy work, also layers
of leather. She's a tough Ol' Gal and I've yet to have any heavy duty job it
couldn't handle. It has a 'slip clutch' that powers down, similar to a deep
reduction gear on a truck. It takes the needles required and has the power
to just wade on through this kind of project. I bought this machine when it
was brand newI also have a new Designer 1. I love them both but, there's
no way I'd ever give up my 6440.

Val

"Jeffrey P. Vasquez" < message ...

THE PFAFF 130 IS USED A LOT FOR SEWING SAILS. IT IS ANCIENT - BUT
THERE ARE A FEW ON E-BAY. I HAVE ONE OF THESE MACHINES AND IT IS
FANTASTIC!

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40 year old domestic sewing machines would do it with ease though the ones
they make now would probably break. The biggest problem is not penetrating
power. There are a lot of machines that have plenty of power. The biggest
problem is feeding due to the weight of the cloth. That's where a walking
foot comes in. The URL is to Sailrite. Sailmaking is their specialty. They
have what you need. The LS 1 machine that they sell is the same as the
Thompson Mini_Walker. I have one of those. Works great.
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the tips page has some general recommendations:

Tips for Making your own gear
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you may want to look at a sailrite or a thompson mini-walker. Most home
machines have several problems with canvas;
1 can't run heavy thread
2 not enough piercing power
3 don't take big enough needles

Penny S

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