Hi Michael, I am absolutely sold on Techsew and Cobra ... but Techsew is only a short drive away and, if possible, I always like to support my neighbors. I find myself in the position of being able to set up my Workshop in the way I want it to be ... and to purchase the equipment I will need. Currently, I am looking at the 1660, the 4800 and the 5100. The 1660 is much like your Juki ... a really nice, Flatbed Machine. The 4800 is very much like the 2750 you were using in the Video. The 5100 is also a Cylinder Arm Machine ... very much like the 4800 but bigger and without the Automatic Lubrication feature. My question for you is this ... as I also will be making Bags that are very similar in design and size to the one you held up ... and M/C Saddle Bags, Welted Knife Sheaths (not the fold-over type), etc. The 4800 has a 10 1/2" Cylinder Arm Length and the 5100 has a 16 1/2" Cylinder Arm Length ... that, for my purpose, is the difference I am stuck on. If you had your choice and money was not a concern ... as a Bag making Craftsman, would you have preferred a longer Cylinder Arm? I would appreciate and opinions or advice you could offer. 🌺🙏🌺
I have recently purchase a used Techsew 5100. Half the cost of new and it was for all intents new in condition. I don’t doubt that I won’t require the 7/8” capacity and power but the 16 1/2” cylinder arm has served me well on my first two projects. Shocking to a newb what these machines are capable of! Understand and carefully maintain your bobbin mechanism! Machines should be quiet, squeaking and squealing are signs of a problem. Thanks for your video.
Good video. Personally myself I'm leaning hard toward the 5100 myself. All the same cool features of the 2750 but bigger. Larger throat area because it's a 16-1/2" cylinder arm, thicker sewing capacity also. And in fairness I wouldn't call it that much mor expensive considering it's capable of much heavier work also.
While the features about which you rave are valuable, they are in no way unique to the machine you promote and can be found in other brand models such as the Pfaff 335. The question, then, is: What makes the Techsew model superior to other cylinder arm machines (and not simply flatbed models)?
Hi Michael,
I am absolutely sold on Techsew and Cobra ... but Techsew is only a short drive away and, if possible, I always like to support my neighbors.
I find myself in the position of being able to set up my Workshop in the way I want it to be ... and to purchase the equipment I will need.
Currently, I am looking at the 1660, the 4800 and the 5100.
The 1660 is much like your Juki ... a really nice, Flatbed Machine.
The 4800 is very much like the 2750 you were using in the Video.
The 5100 is also a Cylinder Arm Machine ... very much like the 4800 but bigger and without the Automatic Lubrication feature.
My question for you is this ... as I also will be making Bags that are very similar in design and size to the one you held up ... and M/C Saddle Bags, Welted Knife Sheaths (not the fold-over type), etc.
The 4800 has a 10 1/2" Cylinder Arm Length and the 5100 has a 16 1/2" Cylinder Arm Length ... that, for my purpose, is the difference I am stuck on.
If you had your choice and money was not a concern ... as a Bag making Craftsman, would you have preferred a longer Cylinder Arm?
I would appreciate and opinions or advice you could offer.
🌺🙏🌺
Started with tech sew 5100.
Great machine.
Great video, you sound so excited! Now that you’ve had it for awhile... what are your favorite functions and also least used functions?
I already have three machines from Techsew but this one is the one I've wanted since day one. #nextpurchase
I have recently purchase a used Techsew 5100. Half the cost of new and it was for all intents new in condition. I don’t doubt that I won’t require the 7/8” capacity and power but the 16 1/2” cylinder arm has served me well on my first two projects. Shocking to a newb what these machines are capable of!
Understand and carefully maintain your bobbin mechanism! Machines should be quiet, squeaking and squealing are signs of a problem.
Thanks for your video.
Thanks for this detailed review! Sounds like a great machine!
You are so welcome- glad it was helpful!
Thanks so much!
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What size is bobbin? Ie how much 138/205 thread will it hold?
Does it have any more thunder or capability at the needle vs. what looks like a 1541 next to it?
Oh, bam! Just got my Techsew 2750 Pro in December.
Where did u get it? Pls I need a contact
Good video. Personally myself I'm leaning hard toward the 5100 myself. All the same cool features of the 2750 but bigger. Larger throat area because it's a 16-1/2" cylinder arm, thicker sewing capacity also. And in fairness I wouldn't call it that much mor expensive considering it's capable of much heavier work also.
"Personally myself I'm leaning hard toward the 5100 myself"
that's good, I'm sure yourself will like it yourself
Who is Ron
While the features about which you rave are valuable, they are in no way unique to the machine you promote and can be found in other brand models such as the Pfaff 335. The question, then, is: What makes the Techsew model superior to other cylinder arm machines (and not simply flatbed models)?
How do you know if it has the needle position?
it's an external device attached to the end of the handwheel with a wire going down to the motor. it's very obvious if it's there or not
What's the thinnest material you've done with it?
I want to get into making shoes along side other leather projects so I think the 810 pro might be my horse.
Do they make a programmable version of this one? I just fell in love with the Consew 2206RB but I don't think they make a cylinder arm version.
What’s the difference between the 2600 and the 2750? Also the 2750 Pro… ? Is it just thicker material ability?
2750 was my choice wallet to holster with 277 thread
I thought 207 thread was the max on 2750.