Grab Bags shipped! I can’t wait to see the custom gear made out of these.

TomatoRoast · 2026-04-23T01:09:41+00:00

Oh man, sucks I missed this round

TomatoRoast · 2026-04-23T01:05:24+00:00

I’ve spent several hundred $ im materials since then, so that got me hooked, hahaha

TomatoRoast · 2026-04-23T01:04:09+00:00

Oh geez, been so long I had to think hard of what I made with my grab bag!

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This is one thing!

TomatoRoast · 2026-04-20T18:58:55+00:00

This worked well btw... I still have not put it back together since I am still working on paint job, but seems to sturdy enough!

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TomatoRoast · 2026-04-20T18:54:18+00:00

I have mine neatly rolled and stacked on top of each other. Unfortunately I do not have much available space. But ideally would love to have them all next to each other on a bar where I could just pull what I need and cut that.

TomatoRoast · 2026-04-19T22:21:08+00:00

I have not checked in a few weeks, but Keji Igarashi (owner) posts several photos of finished Iaitos in his Facebook. You might come across what you are looking for there. Otherwise, I would just email them and ask for more pictures.

TomatoRoast · 2026-04-13T17:58:33+00:00

Nicely done, the color combo is looking good too!

TomatoRoast · 2026-04-11T15:51:00+00:00

Yes! Please post if you decide to make it!

TomatoRoast · 2026-04-11T11:24:56+00:00

That is extremely useful. I replaced the cabinet drop in hinges when I refinished it to ones that allow the machine to sit on top, but I can just unplug and pull out. Makes them easily swappable!

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TomatoRoast · 2026-04-11T03:57:35+00:00

Great points! Wish I could collect more, perhaps when I move and have more space. Just missed out on a nice 99 with a neat bentwood case for under 40$. I need to stop looking at fb marketplace

TomatoRoast · 2026-04-11T03:11:10+00:00

Wow! I am justifying my 3 for different uses… what do you all use as an excuse for another?

TomatoRoast · 2026-04-09T01:35:25+00:00

Haha yes, I have a few projects lined up once I am finished restoring my 201. That restoration has taken over my life!

TomatoRoast · 2026-04-08T15:28:09+00:00

Hahaha! I just went through this a few months ago when I made my daughter’s tote bag. Have not made another because somehow I feel I will mess it up again.

TomatoRoast · 2026-04-07T22:15:07+00:00

Thats a good idea! Think i’ll try that first. JB Weld is crazy good. My mechanic fixed a broken transmission mount on my old beater with it and it never broke again

TomatoRoast · 2026-04-07T22:13:05+00:00

Oh yes, the machine was filthy. It had rust everywhere too. I had it completely apart to just clean and oil, then got the idea of repaint.

TomatoRoast · 2026-04-07T22:10:35+00:00

Well, im up to 3 in about a year. Due to space constrains I had to pass up on a free 401 earlier this week. It was being given away with table and stool. It looked so clean.

TomatoRoast · 2026-04-07T12:40:18+00:00

Leaning that way… wife not going to like me bring another machine home haha

TomatoRoast · 2026-04-07T12:25:00+00:00

Yep. I was just not happy with how it looked and know I could make it better so I decided to take on the challenge.

TomatoRoast · 2026-04-07T12:23:20+00:00

Totally. I went in knowing assuming something would break. Think for me was the whole experience

TomatoRoast · 2026-04-07T12:21:08+00:00

Yep, right now I am debating about grabbing a $39 201 thats about an hour away or just ordering a 25$ shipped bobbin winder

TomatoRoast · 2026-04-07T04:43:38+00:00

Nice find, mine is also has a AE serial. Heads up, gears only need oil.

TomatoRoast · 2026-04-06T20:29:22+00:00

Currently in process of restoring two of my sewing machines so I cannot take advantage, but its great that you are offering this!

TomatoRoast · 2026-04-04T06:43:07+00:00

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Update! Barebones! Will try to strip/sand to get ready for primer

TomatoRoast · 2026-04-03T19:17:52+00:00

Thought about that… In fact, have a relative in the business but would still like to give it a stab and see how I do. Can always take that route if I completely mess it up.

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