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SINGLE NEEDLE LOCKSTITCH MACHINES
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Artisan Sewing Supplies 618-1 SC, 618-1 D2

Artisan logo618-1 Series These machines are know as a Compound Needle Feed Walking Foot Sewing machines. Designed to stitch upholstery type fabrics, leather and threads. The purpose of a compound needle feed walking foot machine is to sew two or more layers of fabric or leather with an equal distance stitch length and to greatly reduce the chance of ply slippage. This is the most popular sewing system for the automobile and furniture upholstery.

The Artisan logo 618-1 Series are recommended for stitching light to medium-heavy leather. One would choose this style of stitcher for sewing chaps, chinks, head stalls, lighter weight harness, heavy draperies, canvas products webbing, tents, awnings, belting hand bags, cases, wallets, cell phone cases, checkbooks covers, book jackets, and all manner and kinds of products from the thickness of a sheet of paper up to 7/16" of heavy leather and thread up to size #207.

The Artisan logo 618-1 Series is a very adaptable model that can be adjusted within its limitations to sew just about any known textile.

 

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Artisan Sewing Supplies618-1SC
Compound Needle Feed, Walking Foot Sewing Machine. with Big "M" bobbin, Rotating Hook and Reverse Feed. This model includes a SAFETY CLUTCH mechanism designed to protect the machine from possible damage should the sewing machine "jam" from a thread lock up or broken needle striking the rotating hook point.

High quality sewing machine designed for a full day of production sewing of: Upholstery, Canvas, Tarps, Leather, Denim, Nylon or other heavy fabrics.

 

The machine comes adjusted for size Z-69 thread with a 135 x 17 # 22 needle.

  • Walking Foot Machines with Standard Interchangeable 111w Style Presser Feet.
  • Large Rotary Hook and "M" Size Big Bobbin.
  • Thread sizes from 33 to 207.
  • Forward and Reverse.
  • Manual Lubrication with Oil Reservoir to Lubricate the Rotating Hook.
  • Extremely Quiet and Reliable Operation.
  • Maximum Stitch Length 2.5 stitches/inch. Extremely Long.
 Artisan 618-1SC
Artisan Sewing Supplies618-1SC
Artisan Sewing Supplies618-1 D2
Compound Needle Feed, Walking Foot Sewing Machine, with Big "M" Size bobbin, Rotating Hook and Reverse Feed.

The Artisan Sewing Supplies618-1 D2 is a highly efficient "state-of-the-art" machine, The Ho Hsingg HVP motor system is completely programmable and will stop the machine, every time, with either the needle in the down or needle up position. Automatically position the needle, and programmable stitch counter and pattern selector control panel. Includes an electric presser foot liter.

  • Walking Foot Machines with Standard Interchangeable 111w Style Presser Feet.
  • Large Rotary Hook and "M" Size Big Bobbin.
  • Thread sizes from 33 to 207.
  • Forward and Reverse.
  • Manual Lubrication with Oil Reservoir to Lubricate the Rotating Hook.
  • Extremely Quiet and Reliable Operation.
  • Maximum Stitch Length 2.5 stitches/inch. Extremely Long.
 Artisan 618-1 D2
Artisan Sewing Supplies618-1 D2

Artisan Sewing Supplies 1797 AB, 797 AB, 797 AB-8001 and 797 AB NS

The Artisan logo797 series Are machines is know as a Drop Feed Walking Foot Sewing machine with an internal automatic lubrication system (pump type). All of the walking foot machines in the series include a completely adjustable differential type upper feeding system. This system allows the machine to add additional "fullness" to a seam or adjusted in the opposite direction to pull the fabric to reduce potential fabric "sheering" and lay a flat seam.

The Artisan logo797 LTHR series are designed to stitch lighter weight upholstery type fabrics, and leather with heavier threads. The Artisan logo797 LTHR series are smoother to operate, much quieter than other walking foot machines and will sew up to 3/8" of leather or textiles.

The Artisan logo797 LTHR series uses alternating presser foot walking foot machine to sew two or more layers of fabric or leather with an equal distant stitch length and to greatly reduce the chance of ply slippage. The Artisan logo797 LTHR series are more popular in Europe and Asia for automobile and furniture upholstery and this type of machine system is easier to learn to sew with and is not as costly as a compound stitcher.

The Artisan logo797 LTHR series is recommended for stitching light to medium weight leathers and fabrics. One would chose The Artisan logo797 LTHR series of walking foot sewing machines to stitch leather gloves, leather jackets, and garments, chaps, chinks, jeans, draperies, lighter canvas products, light webbing, light weight tents, awnings, belting, wallets, check book covers, book jackets upholstery and leather products from a thickness of a piece of paper up to 3/8" in overall thickness.

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Artisan Sewing Supplies1797 AB

The Artisan logo1797 Walking Foot Upholstery Machine, Drop Feed, Big Bobbin Hook with Reverse Feed. Fully Automatic Lubrication with a Pressure Oil Pump and an Aluminum Alloy Oil Pan. The Artisan logo1797 AB will sew a perfectly flat pucker less seam.

A high quality sewing machine designed for a full day of production sewing of: Upholstery, Canvas, Tarps, Leather, Denim, Nylon or other heavy fabrics.

Thread sizes from 33 to 138.

The machine comes adjusted for size B-69 thread with a 135 x 17 # 22 needle.

  • Large Rotary Hook with Big "M" Size Bobbin.
  • Reverse Feed Mechanism & Oil Flow Sight Glass.
  • Machine Manufactured to the Highest Japanese Mitsubishi company standards.
  • Interchangeable Presser Feet with Juki 141, Brother 797, Chandler 337, Nakajima 181L, Mitsubishi DY350, LY3300 and others.
 Artisan 1797 AB
Artsan Sewing Supplies1797 AB

Artisan Sewing Supplies797 AB-8001

Artisan Sewing Supplies797 AB-8001 Stitching Machine Drop Feed, Big Bobbin Hook with Reverse Feed and Speed Reducer. Adjustable Height Presser Foot Walk Device to Climb over Heavy Obstacles. Sews up to 7/16" Leather or Fabric with 7/16" Presser Foot Lift. Up to 3.5 stitches per inch.

A Very High Quality Walking Foot, Adjustable Height Presser Foot Walking Device to Climb over Heavy Obstacles, Front Foot Lifter. New and Improved Model of 797 AB Stitching Machine Drop Feed Stitching Machine with a Big "M" Bobbin Rotating Hook, Including an Automatic Oil Lubrication System with Reverse Feeding for Back-Tacking.

For Sewing leather gloves, leather jackets, and garments, chaps, chinks, jeans, draperies, lighter canvas products, light webbing, light weight tents, awnings, belting, wallets, check book covers, book jackets upholstery and leather products from a thickness of a piece of paper up to 3/8" in overall thickness.

Very similar to the NS in features, except the machine casting is longer providing 13" from the needle to the right edge and the machine is also taller with an additional 1" from the base to the horizontal arm of the machine.

  • Adjustable Height Presser Foot Walk Device to Climb over Heavy Obstacles.
  • Sews up to Fabric with 7/16" Presser Foot Lift.
  • Up to 3.5 stitches per inch.
  • Sews up to 2,200 SPM.
  • Clearance needle to vertical arm is 13". Height is 6" clearance from the bed to the horizontal arm.
 Artisan 797 AB 8001
Artisan Sewing Supplies797 AB-8001

Artisan Sewing Supplies797 AB NS

Artisan Sewing Supplies 797 AB NS Stitching Machine Drop Feed, Big Bobbin Hook with Reverse Feed and Speed Reducer. Adjustable Height Presser Foot Walk Device to Climb over Heavy Obstacles. Sews up to 7/16" Leather or Fabric with 7/16" Presser Foot Lift. Up to 3.5 stitches per inch.

A New Updated Model Very High Quality Walking Foot, Adjustable Height Presser Foot Walking Device to Climb over Heavy Obstacles, Front Foot Lifter. New and Improved Model of 797 AB Leather Stitching Machine Drop Feed Leather Stitching Machine with a Big "M" Bobbin Rotating Hook, Including an Automatic Oil Lubrication System with Reverse Feeding for Back-Tacking. For Sewing: Chaps, Chinks, Belts, Holsters, Check Book Covers, Wallets, Day Planners, Vests, etc. (See 797 AB NS LTHR)

Controllable Stitching Speeds up to 190 SPM when equipped with the Artisan SR-2 Speed Reducer.

  • The Machine Sews Leather more than 3/8" and has a 5/8" Presser Foot Lift.
  • The Maximum Thread up to size 138.
  • New style front presser foot lifter and a dial adjustment for the presser foot walk height.
  • A Dial Type Stitch Length Regulator Adjusts to 3.5 stitches per inch.
  • Optional Presser Feet are Available.
  • Controllable Stitching Speeds up to190 SPM when included with the Artisan SR-2 Speed Reducer.
  • Recommended Needle: Schmetz 135 x 17 #18 to #24.
  • Uses thread up to size 207 maximum.
  • Automatic Oil Lubrication System.
  • Changeable to 190 R style needle.
  • Optional Presser Feet are Available.

 

 Artisan 797 AB NS
Artisan Sewing Supplies797 AB NS

 

 

Artisan Sewing Supplies 4400 RB

The Artisan logo4400 & 4420 Series of heavier duty machines know as compound Needle Feed Walking Foot Sewing Machines. All of the machines are designed to stitch upholstery type fabrics, leather and heavier threads.

The purpose of a compound needle feed walking foot machine is to sew tow or more layers of fabric or leather with an equal distant stitch length and to greatly reduce the chance of ply slippage. In North America, this is the most popular sewing system for automobile and furniture upholstery.

The Artisan logo4400& 4420 Series is also recommended for stitching light to medium-heavy leathers. One would choose this style of stitcher for sewing banners, tarpaulins, canvas products, webbing, tents, awnings, belting, hand bags, cases, and all manner and kind of products form the thickness of a sheet of paper up to almost 7/16" of textiles and thread up to size #207 or lager with special adjustments.

The standard models include a fully automatic lubrication system and sew up to 2200 spm on upholstery fabrics. All of the Artisan logo4400& 4420 Series machines use a large Bobbin, Horizontal Axis Rotating Hook with a "U" size bobbin.

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Artisan Sewing Supplies4400 RB
A single needle machine including a "Safety Clutch" mechanism designed to protect the machine from possible damage should the sewing machine "jam" from a thread lock-up or a broken needle strike the rotating hook point. Very Heavy Duty Compound Needle Feed, Walking Foot Upholstery sewing machine, with extra large drop-in bobbin.
  • Interchangeable Presser Feet with Singer 111W, 211W, Consew 255RB, Juki LU-563 and others.
  • Reverse Feed.
  • Automatic Lubrication.
  • Speed Reducer.
  • Fully Automatic Lubrication with Pressure Oil Pump & Alloy Oil Pan.
  • Double Capacity Rotating Hook, Drop-in Bobbin, Vertical Axis.
  • 5/8 inch (16mm) Maximum Foot Lift.
  • Extra Long 36mm Needle Stroke.
  • Maximum Stitch Length is up to 3 stitches per inch.
 Artisan 4400
Artisan Sewing Supplies4400
Artisan Sewing Supplies4400-25
Artisan Sewing Supplies4400-25 Very Heavy Duty Compound Needle Feed, Walking Foot with Extra Large Drop-in Bobbin, Reverse Feed.
  • 25" Long Working Area including a "Safety Clutch" mechanism.
  • Interchangeable Presser Feet with Singer 111W, 211W, Consew 255RB, Juki LU-563 and others.
  • Manual lubrication system.
  • Double Capacity Rotating Hook, Drop-in Bobbin, Vertical Axis.
  • 5/8 inch (16mm) Maximum Foot Lift.
  • Extra Long 36mm Needle Stroke.
  • Maximum Stitch Length is up to 3 stitches per inch.
 Artisan 4400-25
Artisan Logo4400-25

Artisan Sewing Supplies4420 RB

Artisan Sewing Supplies4420 RB A double needle lock stitch machine including a "Safety Clutch" mechanism designed to protect the machine from possible damage should the sewing machine "jam" from a thread lock-up or a broken needle strike the rotating hook point. Very Heavy Duty Compound Needle Feed, Walking Foot Upholstery sewing machine, with extra large drop-in bobbin. 1/4" gauge.
  • Interchangeable Presser Feet with Singer 112W139, 212U539, Consew 339RB, Juki LUH521 and others.
  • Reverse Feed.
  • Fully Automatic Lubrication with Pressure Oil Pump & Alloy Oil Pan.
  • Double Capacity Rotating Hooks, Drop-in Bobbin, Vertical Axis.
  • 5/8 inch (16mm) Maximum Foot Lift.
  • Extra Long 36mm Needle Stroke.
  • Maximum Stitch Length is up to 3 stitches per inch.
  • Standard 1/4" or 3/8" Needle Gauge. Other sizes optional.
 Artisan 4420
Artisan Sewing Supplies4420
Artisan Sewing Supplies4420-25
Artisan Sewing Supplies4420-25 Very Heavy Duty Compound Needle Feed, Walking Foot with Extra Large Drop-in Bobbin, Reverse Feed.
  • 25" Long Working Area.
  • 1/4" Gauge Standard. Other gauges are optional.
  • Interchangeable Presser Feet with Singer 112W139, 212U539, Consew 339RB, Juki LUH521 and others.
  • Manual lubrication system.
  • Double Capacity Rotating Hook, Drop-in Bobbin, Vertical Axis.
  • 5/8 inch (16mm) Maximum Foot Lift.
  • Extra Long 36mm Needle Stroke.
  • Maximum Stitch Length is up to 3 stitches per inch.
 Artisan 4420-25
Artisan Sewing Supplies4420-25

Artisan Sewing SuppliesA-100-2, 1988 MDZ, 5550 Big H, and 518 Series

Artisan Sewing SuppliesDrop Feed Lock Stitch, Single Needle Sewing Machines are the most common type of sewing machines. This style is also the most prevalent type of machine used in both apparel production and in the dressmakers shop or the alteration room.

All Artisan Sewing SuppliesDrop Feed Lock Stitch, Single Needle Sewing Machines have rotating hook with a fully automatic pump lubrication system and include a lever for back tacking or stitching in reverse.

All Artisan Sewing SuppliesDrop Feed Lock Stitch, Single Needle Sewing Machines include a dial operated stitch length system and needle bearing link type take-up lever.

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Artisan Sewing SuppliesA-100-2
Artisan Sewing SuppliesA-100-2 is a quality sewing machine designed to give quality service and performance in a high production plant or, using the correct Artisan Sewing SuppliesESM Servo motor drive unit, the machine is extremely controllable for a tailoring operation.

Many use the Artisan Sewing SuppliesA-100-2 in the alteration and manufacturing of Draperies, jeans, Pants, Shirts, Jackets, sheets, pillow cases, dresses and normal weight apparel.

TheArtisan Sewing SuppliesA-100-2 is a High Speed Single Needle Production Sewing Machine has a Reverse Feed Lever and Automatic Lubrication for Production Sewing or Quality Tailoring.

  • Sewing speeds up to 4,800 SPM.
  • Automatic Lubrication with a Pressure Oil Pump.
  • Reverse.
  • Pressure Foot Lift by Knee up to 13 mm, by hand 7 mm.
  • Recommended Needle: Schmetz 16 x 231
 Artisan ZJ-100-1
Artisan Sewing SuppliesA-100-2

Artisan Sewing Supplies1988 MDZ
Artisan Sewing Supplies 1988 MDZ is a Top-of-the-Line Very High Quality Lock Stitch Sewing Machine.

The Artisan Sewing Supplies 1988 MDZN is a true state of the art machine with a programmable Automatic Thread Trimming System. A direct drive Ho Hsing HVP-20 DC Servo motor is mounted inside the sewing machine casting and not under the table top. No "V" belt is necessary.

With the Artisan Sewing Supplies 1988 MDZN an operator or supervisor can program the needle positioner motor system for stitch counting, back-tacking and presser foot lifting. The C-30 stitch counter mounted on the top of the machine is reliable and very accurate.

  • Automatic lubrication with a sealed pressure oil pump.
  • Sewing speeds up to 5,500 SPM.
  • Uses pre-wound paper or normal metal bobbins.
  • Back-tacking with the reverse lever or electric switch.
  • Electric presser foot lift up to 13mm, by hand 7mm.
  • Stitch length is adjustable by dial regulator.
  • Quiet, reliable performance.
  • Standard needle sizes: 16 x 231.
 Artisan 1988 MDZ
Artisan Sewing Supplies1988 MDZ
Artisan Sewing Supplies5550 BIG
Artisan Sewing Supplies5550 BIG is a Quality Single Needle Lockstitch with Reverse Feed Lever. Is designed for lighter weight leather stitching, such as boot-top decorative stitching denim and light upholstery. The difference of this machine is that it has a Big Bobbin "M" size Rotating Hook, with double the bobbin thread capacity. The Artisan Sewing Supplies5550 BIG also has a slightly lower needle bar stroke.
  • Recommended Needle: Schmetz 135 x 5 #14 to #24, or 135 x 8 #12 to #24 leather point.
  • Automatic Lubrication.
  • Feed dog, roller presser foot and large hole in needle plate for upholstery weight sewing.
  • Maximum sewing speed is up to 3,500 spm.
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    Artisan Sewing Supplies5550 BIG

    Artisan Sewing Supplies518 & 518 B

    Artisan Sewing Supplies518
    Artisan Sewing Supplies 518 series are High Speed Production Needle Feed Lockstitch Sewing Machines with Reverse Feed and Automatic Lubrication. The Artisan Sewing Supplies 518 series needle feed system is designed and used to reduce the possibility of ply slippage between the layers of fabric sewn.

    One would choose the Artisan Sewing Supplies 518 series when interested in stitching fabrics that slide on each other. If your fabrics start out even at one end and at the other end one ply is longer than the other, Choose the Artisan Sewing Supplies 518 series needle feed machine to resolve your issues.

    Artisan Sewing Supplies518 B

    The Artisan Sewing Supplies 518 B is another needle feed lockstitch , but has a Big Bobbin size "M" Rotating Hook to hold more thread with a heavy duty gauge ser for stitching heavier fabrics. The Artisan Sewing Supplies 518 B is not for extremely light fabrics.

     

    • Link Style Needle Feed Mechanism to Greatly Reduce Ply Slippage.
    • Sewing Speeds up to 5500 SPM.
    • Forward and Reverse Feed Sewing.
    • Automatic Lubrication to All Moving Parts.
    • Extremely Quiet and Reliable Operation.
    • High Japanese-Type Quality Throughout.
    • "B" Model has a Big Bobbin.
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    Artisan Sewing Supplies518 & 518 B