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07-22-11, 02:08 PM
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You might try RIRI zippers, a Swiss company, said to be the best zips in the world.
All I know is YKK zippers suck --- every one I've sewn wears out in 6 months to a year if you use it daily.
All I know is YKK zippers suck --- every one I've sewn wears out in 6 months to a year if you use it daily.
07-22-11, 02:16 PM
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Thanks for the suggestion! Ill be sure to check them out. Hopefully they offer a water-resistant model!
08-03-11, 10:46 PM
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New Bag colorway available! Check it out!
https://www.etsy.com/listing/79086322...at?ref=pr_shop
-Aqui
https://www.etsy.com/listing/79086322...at?ref=pr_shop
-Aqui
08-04-11, 02:23 AM
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Legit man. I really like your work.
The only question I'd have is about the ergonomics of the setup. Can't wait to see more stuff.
The only question I'd have is about the ergonomics of the setup. Can't wait to see more stuff.
08-04-11, 03:16 AM
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Looks great, especially for that price.
Any chance you'll parlay this into a small business?
Any chance you'll parlay this into a small business?
08-04-11, 06:37 AM
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Your cog is slipping.
The Singer 4423 is literally one of the worst machines we've ever used and we burned through two of them when we first started making our pedal straps. They're okay for occasional use of heavy duty materials but won't be able to handle any kind of steady volume.
What you need is a good ol' Singer 1591:
Your bags do look great, by the way.
What you need is a good ol' Singer 1591:
Your bags do look great, by the way.
08-04-11, 06:43 AM
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The Singer 4423 is literally one of the worst machines we've ever used and we burned through two of them when we first started making our pedal straps. They're okay for occasional use of heavy duty materials but won't be able to handle any kind of steady volume.
What you need is a good ol' Singer 1591:
Your bags do look great, by the way.
What you need is a good ol' Singer 1591:
Your bags do look great, by the way.
08-04-11, 06:54 AM
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Your cog is slipping.
We have three. They're all over eBay all the time.
https://shop.ebay.com/i.html?_nkw=sin...=p3286.c0.m359
https://shop.ebay.com/i.html?_nkw=sin...=p3286.c0.m359
08-04-11, 11:33 AM
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08-04-11, 11:34 AM
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08-04-11, 11:35 AM
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haha yeah its barely scrapping to survive right now. I wanna grow this start up a little bit more and eventually invest in one of those industrial machines. But thats further down the road haha
And btw what are the capabilities of that machine? will it do reverse and punch through several layers of cordura+vinyl?
And btw what are the capabilities of that machine? will it do reverse and punch through several layers of cordura+vinyl?
The Singer 4423 is literally one of the worst machines we've ever used and we burned through two of them when we first started making our pedal straps. They're okay for occasional use of heavy duty materials but won't be able to handle any kind of steady volume.
What you need is a good ol' Singer 1591:
Your bags do look great, by the way.
What you need is a good ol' Singer 1591:
Your bags do look great, by the way.
08-04-11, 11:41 AM
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I plan on making a simple daypack/backpack. Lighter in weight and functional enough for everyday use. you guys will be the first to know.
08-04-11, 12:10 PM
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Your cog is slipping.
https://blog.sew-classic.com/2008/10/...ne-review.aspx
Keep up the good work!
08-04-11, 12:22 PM
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Thanks for the info! Ill be sure to check it out
The 15-91 only does a straight stitch but can pretty much sew through anything you can fit under the presser foot (which is quite a bit) and it does have true reverse. In pristine condition they can be pretty pricey but even if you find one that needs a bit of work, snag it. Parts are easy to get and these machines are really easy to service. I bought one for 15 bucks at a thrift store, put about $40 worth of parts into it and it runs like new. There's a lot of good info and a review here:
https://blog.sew-classic.com/2008/10/...ne-review.aspx
Keep up the good work!
https://blog.sew-classic.com/2008/10/...ne-review.aspx
Keep up the good work!
08-04-11, 05:50 PM
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BTW all, I am currently under facebook under "Techne Packs". So if you could show some support by liking the page and inviting friends that would be great! Thanks!
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Techne...31653333587975
-aqui
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Techne...31653333587975
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08-04-11, 06:21 PM
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My apologies, heres the link to the CURRENT listing for this bag
https://www.etsy.com/listing/79086322...at?ref=pr_shop
If youre on facebook you can also purchase it on the fanpage under the "Shop" Tab:
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Techne...31653333587975
Thanks!
-Aqui
https://www.etsy.com/listing/79086322...at?ref=pr_shop
If youre on facebook you can also purchase it on the fanpage under the "Shop" Tab:
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Techne...31653333587975
Thanks!
-Aqui
08-04-11, 06:24 PM
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I'm really liking the idea. When are other colors going to be available or can we ask for a custom one?
08-04-11, 06:29 PM
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08-04-11, 09:49 PM
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Your cog is slipping.
Which is perfectly reasonable considering he's basically making them to order.
People like to think "Oh, this dude makes these himself so they should be really cheap" but fail to take into consideration the cost of materials and time it takes to make a bag like this.
People like to think "Oh, this dude makes these himself so they should be really cheap" but fail to take into consideration the cost of materials and time it takes to make a bag like this.
08-04-11, 10:29 PM
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I already have a bag I like, so I wont be buying, but this looks solid.
It's always nice to see the "little guy" produce a good product.
Also, as Scrod said...when you're only making a few at a time, prices are going to be relatively high.
At any rate, this looks way more practical than any design project I ever did as an engineering student.
Good luck!
It's always nice to see the "little guy" produce a good product.
Also, as Scrod said...when you're only making a few at a time, prices are going to be relatively high.
At any rate, this looks way more practical than any design project I ever did as an engineering student.
Good luck!