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    Go for it. I built a slightly modified version...

    Go for it. I built a slightly modified version of the Six Moon Designs Meteor bivy with a silnylon bottom several years ago and have used it for over 60 nights of camping in the Rockies and Eastern...
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    That looks like a Singer 1200-1 Dressmaker. ...

    That looks like a Singer 1200-1 Dressmaker.
    http://www.tias.com/173/PictPage/1920819387.html
    The table is probably a production model but might have been shortened.
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    You're right, it's a BF not Esperia. I've read...

    You're right, it's a BF not Esperia. I've read on other forums that Necchi changed the logo, dropped the V, in 1950 so your machine was made sometime after WWII and before the logo change. Does it...
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    I believe that it's a straight stitch Esperia...

    I believe that it's a straight stitch Esperia from the late 40's early 50's. It's a quality machine with all metal components capable of making hammocks, packs, etc. There are a couple Necchi Yahoo...
  5. FS: I'm not sure of the year of manufacture but it...

    I'm not sure of the year of manufacture but it looks exactly like the bag in the review and was purchased 3 years ago. We have two dogs and the bag was hung in a closet which they can't access. ...
  6. FS: Women's GoLite Adrenaline 4 season down sleeping bag

    New Golite women's 4 season, winter, Adrenaline down sleeping bag. 800 fill, regular length, center zip, weighs 2lbs, 14 oz. It has been stored uncompressed. No stuff sack but the cotton storage bag...
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    Downlinens has an excellent selection of...

    Downlinens has an excellent selection of different grades of down and very good prices.
    http://www.downlinens.com/products/premium-washed-down
    They sell by the pound and cover shipping.
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    Outdoor Wilderness Fabrics ...

    Outdoor Wilderness Fabrics
    http://www.owfinc.com/hardware.html
  9. Thread: Coil or teeth

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    Quest has one #3 97" one way separating ykk in...

    Quest has one #3 97" one way separating ykk in stock and will be getting more next month. They are not continuous but might be useful.
    http://questoutfitters.com/zippers.htm#READY MADE ZIPPERS
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    Another option with free shipping in the US:...

    Another option with free shipping in the US:
    http://www.downlinens.com/products/premium-washed-down
    They also sell water resistant down.
  11. Call David at Oware and see what he has...

    Call David at Oware and see what he has available. He's currently offering 15 yards batches of grey or white silnylon 2nds for $39, $2.60 a yard, plus shipping but might be able to find you a roll. ...
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    delete - Oware silnylon sale info already posted

    delete - Oware silnylon sale info already posted
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    I ordered the 2nds.

    I ordered the 2nds.
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    I just received my order of the 2nds. It came in...

    I just received my order of the 2nds. It came in two sections with the shorter piece measuring 10ft 4inches. It's very nice fabric with only about 2 feet having noticeable thin white streaking.
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    Oware is selling 20 yard batches of sage grey 1.1...

    Oware is selling 20 yard batches of sage grey 1.1 oz silnylon 2nds for $60 shipping included.

    http://shop.bivysack.com/product.sc?productId=104&categoryId=10
  16. Thread: blue vx-21

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    blue vx-21

    I need some blue vx-21 to complete a project and Rockywoods no longer has any available. Does anyone know of another source or have some surplus they would be willing to sell? I just need a half...
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    Your chute is probably a 24ft diameter T-10. I'm...

    Your chute is probably a 24ft diameter T-10. I'm not sure what weight fabric was used in the 1960's but later models were made from 1.1oz nylon. Military chutes have a service life of under 20...
  18. Thread: WTB - blue VX-21

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    WTB - blue VX-21

    I need a half yard or more of blue VX-21 for a project. PM me if you have some. Thanks
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    There is an Elna Yahoo group...

    There is an Elna Yahoo group "elnaheirloomsewingmachines" which should have the user and adjusters manuals for your machine in their files. Between the two you should be able to get your machine...
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    My order of brown silnylon arrived on Friday too....

    My order of brown silnylon arrived on Friday too. There are streaks on the first and last 18-24 inches. I'm impressed with the fabric and really like the color.
    The dark fabric shown in the...
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    Another source

    Oware has black and brown seconds for sale at $2.50 a yard, 10 yard minimum order. Free shipping. The streaks are excess silicon and don't impact the fabrics performance....
  22. I think your Signature might be a side loading...

    I think your Signature might be a side loading class 15 machine. If so, this bobbin case from Sew Classic might work:...
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    "Does anyone have any experience with the...

    "Does anyone have any experience with the Slant-needle setup and thick/heavy materials?"

    I've used a 503 on a number of projects where it had to sew through 7 layers of 1000d cordura, X Pac VX42,...
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    The older slant foot Singers -401a, 403, 501a,...

    The older slant foot Singers -401a, 403, 501a, 503- have the features you're after and are some of the best machines ever produced by the company. They'll handle any typical DIY project including...
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    DWF, durable water repellent finish, is a coating...

    DWF, durable water repellent finish, is a coating applied to the fabric to make water droplets bead and run off. Calendaring is a process in which the fabric is run between heated rollers and...
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    Fabricsupplier is selling 72" 1.1oz calendered...

    Fabricsupplier is selling 72" 1.1oz calendered gray and royal blue ripstop. They were offering discounts to forum members so send them an email before buying it off of Ebay.
    ...
  27. Is efabricsupplier's calendered nylon down proof?

    Has anyone made a down quilt with their 1.1oz calendered fabrics? If so, is it downproof or did it leak? I'll be using 800 fill down. Thanks
  28. Thread: DIY Gear Supply

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    I've placed three orders with Scott and have...

    I've placed three orders with Scott and have recieved each in less than a week. Communication was excellent. I'll definitely do business with him again.
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    3 inch plastic looplocks

    Does anyone know where I can buy 3 inch plastic looplocks? Quest, OWFI, Rockywoods, etc carry the 2 inch version but none of the usual suspects seem to carry a larger model. Thanks
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    Nice find especially for $30. You might find...

    Nice find especially for $30. You might find these Yahoo groups useful.

    http://groups.yahoo.com/group/necchisewingmachineclub/
    http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Necchi_Sewing_Circle/

    Check out...
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    You can get by without zigzag as others have said...

    You can get by without zigzag as others have said but if you work with webbing often or decide to make packs it's worth having a machine which will allow you to bartack. The old Necchi BU, BU Nova,...
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    I own a 15-91 and BU, the earlier version of the...

    I own a 15-91 and BU, the earlier version of the BU Nova. Both are great machines but I'd choose the Necchi if it is in sound working condition. It does zig-zag stitching which allows you to...
  33. Thread: 30D 1.1 oz RipStop

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    It's nice fabric and a sweet deal.

    I ordered 20+ yards of the 30d ripstop from them a couple weeks ago and the transaction went smoothly. I had corresponded with several forum members before placing the order and had been advised...
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    Go with the 201-2 over the 247 c. The 201-2 is...

    Go with the 201-2 over the 247 c. The 201-2 is all metal and will handle any of the sewing tasks needed for outdoor gear.

    I've attached a couple pictures showing the base of a 1936 201-2 that...
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    It can be used without the cabinet. Loosen the...

    It can be used without the cabinet. Loosen the two small screws on the underside of the machine which attach it to the hinges and it will pull free from the cabinet.
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    It's a keeper

    It is a 201-2 and they are one of the best machines Singer produced. Here's a link to the manual:...
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    I've seen several weights listed for the 90x70...

    I've seen several weights listed for the 90x70 denier digital ripstop. Are you sure it weighs 2 oz a yard? I'd like to use it for a tarp but weight is a major concern.
    Thanks
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    Great timing. I'll take 4 yards and will also...

    Great timing. I'll take 4 yards and will also buy some VX21 if you can get a good price on it. I sent you a pm with my contact information.
    Thanks
  39. Thread: TI Jackpot!

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    Nice, 503's are good machines but use slanted...

    Nice, 503's are good machines but use slanted shank presser feet, the
    15-91 uses low shank, so they're not interchangable. The slanted feet are easy to find as well as the top hat cams. The O...
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    http://blog.sew-classic.com/2008/11/06/singer-99-s...

    http://blog.sew-classic.com/2008/11/06/singer-99-sewing-machine-review.aspx

    The 99 is a nice basic workhorse and worth picking up the price is right.
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    Another vintage Singer

    I have a newer Singer 1411 for light fabrics but this 64 year old 15-91 is my work horse and favorite.
  42. Thread: make your own sil.

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    Sticky: 1.1oz

    http://www.backwoodsdaydreamer.com/apps/webstore/
    The olive green fabric is really nice and a steal at that price.
  43. Thread: make your own sil.

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    Sticky: This is a great thread but no one has given us a...

    This is a great thread but no one has given us a long term review yet. It would be great to read some field reports from the folks who have treated and used their tarps over the past several years.
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    Thanks for the information. I was hoping that it...

    Thanks for the information. I was hoping that it was closer to 2oz with the coating. Does anyone know where to find O.D. green silnylon or a lighter waterproof camouflage fabric? Weight and bulk...
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    Do you know how much a square yard of the fabric...

    Do you know how much a square yard of the fabric weighs?
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    Fabricsupplier 1.6oz Ripstop

    I came back from exploring the area around my campsite last weekend and found two kids poking around my gear so it's time to make a tarp which is harder to spot. Has anyone used this fabric?...
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    Another pleased customer

    The olive drab fabric Scott's selling is really nice and a steal at that price. I've used it to make a down quilt and light jacket and haven't experienced any loss of down.
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