Size 21 Needles for Model 15-91
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Size 21 Needles for Model 15-91
I just finished sewing 3 covers made out of a packing blanket on my 15-91. I used a size 18 needle which was the largest size I have on hand. But I note that my manual says to use a size 21 to sew "very heavy materials comparable to sailcloth, denim, ticking".
I could have used a larger needle to complete the job. Does someone know if size 21 needles are sold and where I can possibly buy them?
Cheryl
I could have used a larger needle to complete the job. Does someone know if size 21 needles are sold and where I can possibly buy them?
Cheryl
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you can buy size 21 needles at an industrial sewing machine supply place and your shaft will most likely accept the needle. The questions: Is there enough room for the needle and thread to pass through the hole? If the needle hits will it scar, burr or possibly bend your needle plate - then below that, nick the hook and causing burrs. If the thread rubs against the hole or a burr it WILL shred. I would test this out very slowly.
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you can buy size 21 needles at an industrial sewing machine supply place and your shaft will most likely accept the needle. The questions: Is there enough room for the needle and thread to pass through the hole? If the needle hits will it scar, burr or possibly bend your needle plate - then below that, nick the hook and causing burrs. If the thread rubs against the hole or a burr it WILL shred. I would test this out very slowly.
And you've confirmed my belief that size 21 is an "industrial" needle. I was just not sure if they are also sold as "nonindustrial" because I didn't think they would be in my "nonindustrial" machine manual, if they were'nt.
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Thanks.
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I get what you're saying. I checked the fit with the plate with the size 18 needle, just as you described, before I sewed.
And you've confirmed my belief that size 21 is an "industrial" needle. I was just not sure if they are also sold as "nonindustrial" because I didn't think they would be in my "nonindustrial" machine manual, if they were'nt.
And you've confirmed my belief that size 21 is an "industrial" needle. I was just not sure if they are also sold as "nonindustrial" because I didn't think they would be in my "nonindustrial" machine manual, if they were'nt.
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Oooooh. I covet a handcrank, but I can't find one in my area for any type of decent price. I envy the folks in other parts of the country who are still able to acquire vintage machines. Very little available around here. But I continue to look.
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