Using Your Sailrite® Leatherwork® Sewing Machine

[@fidelmartinez1259]

This is the best explanation of the all sailrites machines. Also this explanation works for any brand of sewing machine. For the one who makes this video, You are the best explaining, thanks.

[@GypsiesandInk]

I just completed final assembly and have to say I Love my new machine. The speed control is phenomenal, I really can't get over how precise it works and it is so quiet. Thank you for making a wonderful machine :)

[@SailriteDIY]

We are glad you like it! Thanks!!!!

[@eldaflores1904]

I just got my and I just can't sewing. I'm so frustrated I don't know w can I do

[@GypsiesandInk]

@@eldaflores1904 Oh no, I am sorry to hear that. You should contact Sailrite so they can help you. I watched their machine setup videos a few times to make sure I put it together correctly and trouble shoot any issues

[@howardhardy1992]

I ordered the compact table and servo motor 6 days ago. It arrived yesterday and thanks to the Sailrite video with clear and concise instructions the setup was very easy. I am thrilled with the new setup as it saves me a lot of space and the table is very solid. The slow speed control will be awesome. I should have payed more attention to this video on the speed as it clearly states that the motor will be shipped with a top speed of 30. I wanted a little faster and thought the servo motor was to go to 45. A quick email to customer service and i received instructions on how to change to top end speed of the servo motor. It took almost 45 seconds to adjust. I still consider the machine as a portable. I can simply remove the machine from the table and carry it in the case. The table with the servo motor installed is light enough to easily transport and it will fit in the back seat of my truck. Happy, Happy, Happy

[@SailriteDIY]

We are so glad you like your Sailrite Leatherwork Sewing Machine. Thanks for your kind comments!!!!

[@robcleveland6437]

Just got my machine the other day...heavy little beast. Thanks for the video I had watched it several times before my machine came and was ready to sew once I got it all together...sews through leather like butter and the slow speed is unreal...wonderful stitches! Looking forward to many years with my new 'green machine' :)

[@SailriteDIY]

We are so glad you like your new Sailrite Leatherwork Sewing Machine!!!!

[@garychurch-smith9017]

I do wish you had this when I bought my LSZ1. I am jealous of this system.

[@Hawk74]

I was looking at the LSZ1 for leatherwork, why do you think this model is a better option? Is the reducer the difference marker?

[@garychurch-smith9017]

@@Hawk74 I bought the servo motor and table for my LSZ1 and it works fine for leather work on thinner leather.

[@designertjp-utube]

@@Hawk74 Hi Bob! The _"geared reducer assembly"_ should already be on the right side of your *LSZ-1* Model. Wondered if you actually meant the cool new *Servo* *Motor* (that can creep in slow motion) underneath this video mentioned Sailrite Leatherwork Model? If you haven't already purchased Sailrite's heavy duty *"Monster Wheel"* , I highly recommend it to _"Hot Rod"_ your LSZ-1 up a bit. The sheer weight of that Monster Wheel combined with your existing reduction gear assembly and my personal fav 135x17 125/20 "nail" needle choice will greatly help you punch thru any "telas" you dare to sew. But I'm just an *FX* *Costumer.* _Check with Grant first._

[@pequodexpress]

Put a 250-watt DC motor with a potentiometer on your LSZ-1.

[@howardhardy1992]

I have the LS1 and love it. But I would greatly prefer the leatherwork sewing machine just for the awesome color of that machine. The only thing I dont like about the LS1 is the color. No worries. I am planning on purchasing the new compact table and servo motor that you just came out with. It's already in my cart. Just waiting for a sale of free shipping. Sorry for being cheap but retirement income is very limited. As always, I appreciate the great videos. I have broken several things on my LS1, but all were due to operator error and the great customer service from Sailrite not only made it east to order replacement parts but also provided great videos for the replacement of the parts and adjustment to the machine. the timing is critical and also easy to adjust with the videos from Sailrite. I see a lot of comments from folks on the users forum that I subscribe to, where people complain about needing to make adjustments to the machine. My standard comment is that as you start to use a very strong mechanical machine you will likely do things that cause damage. Fortunately all the assistance you might need is made available. Every industrial type of equipment requires maintenance, repair and adjustment. Companies that have lots of equipment typically have full time employees to maintain their equipment. The alternative is to buy consumer grade tools that will likely require no maintenance. However they will typically not even be capable of the desired performance and when something breaks the tool must be replaced. Here is a comment on the great customer service of sailrite. I was using one of the Sailrite fabric calculators, I found a small issue with the calculator, I put in a call to Sailrite and was able to talk to Matt Grant. He thanked me for the info and had the calculator fixed within a few minutes. Awesome customer service that is greatly appreciated.

[@SailriteDIY]

We are very thankful for your kind comments and assessment of a heavy duty sewing machine, you are totally correct. Regarding Promotions at Sailrite - We have not had any promotions or free shipping since Covid started over a year ago. We are fully staffed, but still cannot keep up with the current order volume (even working on some Saturdays to ship orders). If we had promotions it would take weeks for orders to ship, as we would be overrun with orders. Also, we are running short on supplies from manufactures which makes it difficult to run sales on our already low inventory levels. I am sorry, but hope you understand why you may not see a promotion until things improve.

[@howardhardy1992]

@@SailriteDIY thank you very much for the information. I will be ordering the new compact table and servo motor later today. The compact table will serve my limited space needs very well. And I will still consider the set up as portable as I can easily put the assembled table and servo in the back seat of my truck and the sewing machine will go in its case. And again I greatly appreciate the great customer service from Sailrite.

[@howardhardy1992]

Bam! compact table and servo motor ordered!!

[@cornbreadfedkirkpatrick9647]

You never cease to amaze me

[@stoneblue1795]

Always cool stuff Mister Grant.

[@TLAS]

“Place it on the spindle as shoW’n.” 😆

[@indigoglass6638]

Very helpful video. Just used my new machine this weekend and it has already surpassed my expectations. Would love to see a video on the maintenance oiling process.

[@lindefort7390]

I have been challenged. I am having a problem with putting on the belt cover. I've watched the video several times and I seem to not see how to install it. Help! I don't seem to find it in the book either. I am not a mechanic. I did need my big brother to help me with a few things.

[@SailriteDIY]

The cover takes two screws and sometimes it can be difficult to start them in the threaded holes. I usually use a magnetic screw driver which helps hold the screw to the end of the screw driver. If you don't have one just take a regular screw driver and rub a magnet on the end of it several times, this will magnetize the screw driver end. If that does not help please email: [e-mail] for more help.

[@calicruzin4793]

I want one....👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🌸💐🥂

[@stereng_tujuh]

Can ship to Malaysia?

[@SailriteDIY]

Just enter your full address in Malaysia in the shipping estimator on our website, if it gives you a shipping rate , we can. I think we can, I have a customer from Malaysia that orders from us a lot from Sailrite.

[@zachs555]

Is this basically the LS1 with smooth feed dogs and foot and a servo motor? I’m trying to figure out which one to get

[@SailriteDIY]

Yes, that is it. A table top, servo motor and smooth feed dogs. Same machine as LS-1 other than the color. oh.... also has a speed reducer for the Leatherwork Machine.

[@josemendozamoreno4930]

Deberá tener el servo motor para coser piel? O puede ser la premium sin motor y si cose la piel?

[@escobarl103]

El servo motor le da mas control. Y tiene mas torque.

[@baciliozamora2552]

What's the thickest leather that this machine can sew, like 12 to 16 oz

[@SailriteDIY]

Max thickness - Ultrafeed models (including Stitch Master and Leatherwork) is 16oz - 6.4mm - 1/4“

[@dmack1827]

OK, I want one.

[@stopthephilosophicalzombie9017]

Do you have smooth feed dogs for this machine?

[@SailriteDIY]

Yes, we do. Here is a link: www.sailrite.com/Smooth-Foot-Set-for-Sailrite-Ultrafeed-LS-1-Leatherwork-Sewing-Machine

[@pabloventuranieves5553]

How we get hand on it I need to have one

[@SailriteDIY]

You can get one here: www.sailrite.com/Sewing-Machines/Industrial-Sewing-Machines/Sailrite-Leatherwork-Sewing-Machine

[@enriquemontesdeocafarinas3594]

Como adquiero la máquina de coser vivo en Miami.

[@imtiyazsiddiqui8001]

Price for india

[@lucabrasi6099]

Are they built by Hoosiers ?

[@alexassis9848]

Boa tarde como faça para compra uma maquina dessa

[@lucabrasi6099]

@@alexassis9848 $1,295.00 US dollars

[@trynewthings1932]

😯👏👏👍

[@yoichinikka5274]

Great video . One main reason that I chose Sailrite instead of the big Juki machine is the services and the in depth videos. Thanks Lisa, for your great supports.

[@GenXDesigns]

Before I try this; can I used waxed thread in this machine?

[@antoniocarlos5955]

Muito bom. essa máquina de costura é transporte duplo ou triplo?

[@elivanelima1940]

Essa máquina deve ser maravilhosa,um sonho,mas ela aqui no Brasil é muito cara,impossível para minhas condições.

[@christopherward4272]

Beautiful video, seriously, thanks

[@pcar-knee5744]

I just got mine this week and have nothing but trouble with it. It's totally operator error, the machine is amazing

[@SailriteDIY]

Let us know if we can help. email [e-mail] with any questions.

[@automotivedyi1984]

Very nice job

[@youcanthandlethetruth6976]

Will the leatherwork sewing machine also work on multi layered denims and whatnot? I'm thinking of maybe just purchasing the Leatherwork machine, instead of the LSZ1, if the leatherwork machine can also do the jobs of the LSZ1. Most of what I sew is Nylon material, not too thick of leather, layers of denim, etc. I sew up custom work pants, nylon accessories for my firearms, and leather holsters and knife sheathes, as well as work suspenders. The Holsters and Knife Sheathes aren't made with thick leathers, because I use material backings for more strength.

[@SailriteDIY]

Yes the leatherwork sewing machine can sew denim and canvas type fabrics easily. However, I do recommend switching the presser foot and feed dog to the sawtooth version for better gripping of the fabric. Here are links to those parts: www.sailrite.com/Outer-Foot-for-Ultrafeed-LS-1 and www.sailrite.com/Feed-Dog-for-Ultrafeed-LS-1-Straight-Stitch-Sewing-Machine with that said the leather feet and feed dog may also feed that denim fabric well, so you may not need the sawtooth feet and feed dog. You would have to determine if the standard feet and feed dog work well enough or if you need more pulling power.

[@youcanthandlethetruth6976]

@@SailriteDIY Thank you so much for your reply. After considering my options, I think I might just save up a few more dollars and purchase your Sailrite Fabricator. I've been wanting a triple feed/compound feed modern sewing machine that's sturdy like the old machines. I think your Fabricator fits that bill. Thank you for your time.

[@joyrenae1]

A beautiful work horse. Will this machine work on quilts, and thick blankets?

[@SailriteDIY]

Yes, it will sew thicker assemblies easily. You may want to purchase the sawtooth feet and feed dog for that application. www.sailrite.com/Sewing-Machine/Leatherwork/type/Products?keywords=sawtooth

[@joyrenae1]

Thank you so much for your response.

[@oceanbeliever681]

I’m struggling between buying this machine or buying the fabricator? I do bags totes purses holsters cowboy belts and high end ladies bags wallets etc. How thick and how thin of leather can this machine handle vs the fabricator? Sounds silly I love the look of the fabricator I am Just not sure what to do….

[@SailriteDIY]

If I had my choice between the two and had the space for a larger sewing machine table, I would pick the Fabricator over the Leatherwork for leather sewing. It (the Fabricator) is a compound walking foot machine which feeds leather slightly better than a walking foot sewing machine. Why? A compound walking foot works by having the needle enters the assembly and moves back as the feed dog and center foot pulls the assembly to create a stitch. This helps to maintain a consistent stitch length. A walking foot sewing machine, like the Leatherwork, has the outer feet and feed dog pull the assembly, with the needle out of the assembly. The center foot raises and lowers to allow the assembly to move. It feeds well, but not as consistently as a compound walking foot. Both will work very well, but the Fabricator is the slightly better choice, in my opinion. For more on this topic click here: www.sailrite.com/Which-Sewing-Machine-is-Right-for-Me

[@oceanbeliever681]

@@SailriteDIY thank you for responding. The fabricator it is!! Call y’all tomorrow.

[@IEXECUTIVE]

@@SailriteDIY @Sailrite A while back I enquired about Sailrite making a Twin needle portable machine similar to the LS1 and LSZ1. Do you know if they have any designs on making such a machine?

[@SailriteDIY]

@@IEXECUTIVE No, we currently do not, sorry.

[@johnq.public2621]

:)

[@teddyal8770]

Such a good video. So many tips, thank you.

[@SailriteDIY]

Thanks!

[@GypsiesandInk]

What is the total weight of this? I am seriously considering purchasing, just need to know if I can maneuver it by myself.

[@SailriteDIY]

About 88 lbs when mounted in the table top surface.

[@GypsiesandInk]

@@SailriteDIY Ok so it comes unassembled initially right? So I can move each piece separately until mounted?

[@SailriteDIY]

@@GypsiesandInk Yes, it will not come assembled. You can move each box of parts individually before being assembled. See assembly video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oWSZhnhqjNibfpY

[@GypsiesandInk]

@@SailriteDIY Great thank you for your timely response, I will be ordering after work :)

[@SailriteDIY]

@@GypsiesandInk Excellent! Thanks for your future order!!!!!

[@richyjames1378]

I would love to see the machines being changed from the ones you get from china to make them your own machine in your factory

[@designertjp-utube]

Aawww... You, my friend are mistaken about #Sailrite . They take excellent pride in tooling their portable walking foot machines from the *ground* *up* , especially with the inside internal working parts. Their faux walking foot competitors like Alpha Sew, Tuff, Rex, Reliable, and others possess maleable metal parts so soft you could _"mind bend"_ them with your eyeballs. Pretty much only Consew's little portable walking foot and the original & first *Thompson* Portable Walking Foot unit come even close. *Sailrite* is always pushing the envelope on Quality with their Portable line of Walking Foot Machines. Originally used by *Sailboat* *Enthusiasts* (who sometimes have no access to electricity) who simply hand crank their secure stitches onto heavy sail canvas. I #DesignerTJP find the *Sailrite* *LSZ-1* (zig zag) Portable Walking Foot Unit perfect for Movie On-Set Location Super Hero Costume Fabrication. Their machine is plenty powerful, reliable, and durable enough to _"punch thru"_ vinyls, neoprene rubber, and foam mesh netting, often seen on Sci-Fi Creatures and Heroes while working under extreme pressure to deliver at the last moment on a shoot. Many of Sailrite's Machines use the same High Power *Industrial* *Needles* (and not the flat head needles Grandmothers buy for their home machines at JoAnn Fabrics) my (Consew 227R-2 Tabletop Model at home) does. I don't beleive Sailrite will ever show you all their top secret inner working & presser foot improvements. There's too many knock-off sewing machine companies, around the world, just waiting for that video.

[@br31woodlands69]

Wish you machines are not made in Chin