NATIONAL (made in Japan) A-288 Questions / Opinions

Hello - I'm new to this NG and excuse my ignorance to your "norms". I was just given a Heavy Duty / Commercial grade sewing machine for my leather garment projects (cowboy vests-chaps) Is there anyone out here with firsthand experience in using this machine? I did get a manual (very simple) with the machine.

Best Regards Always - Mike Baldwin

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Well in response to my own post...I'm goofy that way...I fired up the ol' NATIONAL today and made several passes through 4 to 5 oz leather....fiddled with tension just a bit (upper) and all seems (and seams too) good....with stitch length set at 5 (maximum) any less length and the bobbin thread snaps...I would still like to hear from those of you that may have some tips for me...Thank You and Best Regards - Mike Baldwin

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Thanks for the link - Mike

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Mike We have the same model National, purchased as part of a shop buy out and would love get a copy of the manual. Any chance you could help us out? Any information you could pass on would be greatly appreciated. thanks, JohnC

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