I scored a good deal on a post-bed sewing machine and now I need to get needles.
But there are quite a few options for leather needles, and I’m curious what you all prefer.
I use LR for visible stitching and S for turned seams/binding/etc
What needle and thread diameter/size do you prefer for boot uppers?
For my first pair I used a size 19 needle and #92 (tex90) bonded thread, and it seemed to work fine.
I use size 18 needles with vinymo size 8, which is basically equivalent to tex 90. I have been playing with using a bit smaller needles with it and have been happy with some of the results. I seem to get a little more consistent tension control on the smaller needle.
I use sd points. In the 31-15 and my 810 post bed.
Aside from that I use the chart on Toledo Industrial machine web site. I size up 1 if sewing through thicker leathers and when attaching tops to counters. I buy them from needle thread exchange.
does 31 -15 refer to the needle size range you use?
