Why the Seiko STH8BL is Still a Leatherworking Beast
If you've been scouring the forums or asking around at upholstery shops for a heavy-duty sewing machine, you've almost certainly heard the name seiko sth8bl pop up more than once. It's one of those machines that has earned a legendary status among makers, not because it's flashy or has a bunch of digital screens, but because it simply refuses to quit. It's a classic compound feed, walking foot machine that has been the backbone of leather shops and auto trim businesses for decades. ...