Just got a sewing machine!

[Phillip Patton]

It's a Consew 226. I can't really use it until I replace the clutch motor with a servo motor. In the meantime, can anyone tell me what size thread this is? #69 I know, and #138, but 10/4 means nothing to me. Edit: Never mind, I just googled it. Looks like this is pretty heavy thread, though it's lighter than what I've been using for hand stitching.

Here's a pic of the machine:

 

[sheathmaker]

Good for you Phillip! Looks like it will handle up to 3/8" thickness, maybe even 1/2" pretty handily. You'll like the servo motor. I think they are much superior to the clutch motors and operating (sewing) speeds are apiece of cake with servo.

Paul

 

[cardo]

Ahem...Us manly men - seamsters - call them thread injectors.

 

[Omega Leather Works]

Lucky!

Nah I'm just kidding, you earned it.

It'll be a very happy day when I get my own. Enjoy it!

 

[Horsewright]

I see some ancestry of my Ferdco in your Consew. Good score!