We have one SM here that purrs like a full kitten when we give it a new Schmetz jeans needle. The best price we've found is 100 for $49 over at The needles are packaged in a sturdy wee box much like an old-timey match box. I was just wondering if this is the best price available. Anyone? Polly

Thats a good price for Schmetz needles and it equals the bulk pricefrom I checked the needle page from Atlanta Thread andsupply - their price is $65 for 100 denim needles though they do havea banner on that page which says that they will beat any competitors'price "Just Ask" - might save you a dollar! I've been using bothOrgan needles and Schmetz brand - the Organs are about 1/3 the cost.I probably will never have to buy another machine needle in mylifetime - I have surpassed the number of needles in my notions stashrequired - I can safely say that I have several thousands on hand ofall sizes and purpose. jennellh

Buying in bulk to get cheaper prices sounds like the kind of thing to do through a guild or with a group of friends. I can't imagine buying 100 blades at a time! LOLAllisonteleflora wrote:

Wow, this looks way better then what I have. Now where did you get yours? Cuz the page you listed says it only does 18 & 28MM blades. I have a 45mm. Now I really would like to find one.ThanxJoannaDr. Zachary Smith wrote:

Best price for needles?

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Allison 16 years ago

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Joanna 16 years ago

I do sharpen mine as well but it seems they only take a few sharpenings before it's not worth the effort. The sharpener I bought is simply a round looking thing that the blade fits into with a piece of sanding paper glued inside. Not smart enough to try and sharpen on a stone or anything else for that matter.

How do others sharpen their blades? Joanna

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teleflora 16 years ago

I have a friend who used to send hers away to be sharpened. I'll have to see if she still does that.

cindy

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teleflora 16 years ago

I like Martelli blades the best.

Cindy

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Patti 16 years ago

I've never see those here. Not to worry. I like my Olfa s. . In message , teleflora writes

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Dr. Zachary Smith 16 years ago

Hi Joanna,

We have a little different kind of sharpener. Hold da phone... (had to get the pkg.) This one:

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but an earlierversion (not an endorsement - for informational purposes only)

It has rough (for small imperfections) and fine (for honing) grinders. Ours does a straight (flat) grind; I would prefer a hollow grind, but I don't know if there's a sharpener that does that.

Doc

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Joanna 16 years ago

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Dr. Zachary Smith 16 years ago

Hi Joanna,

Look again. It says it's for 45 & 60 mm blades, and that a model for

18-20 mm is in development. I'll have to ask the construction manager where she got it - probably one of the LQSs.

Doc

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