That is a gorgeous machine. I think you're right about that glittery vinyl being an upholstery type of fabric. Some years I helped a friend redo a few chairs which were part of a 50s dinette set with a similar dark blue fabric. We used her machine, which if I'm remembering correctly was a domestic 1980s-era Singer of some sort.
I bought a new Brother a couple years ago just for the decorative stitching it can do, but it’s all plastic and of course won’t last nearly as long as my vintage Kenmore or your Brother here. Yours was made to last and is much more powerful!
Interesting fact about Brother as a company. They started building their own CNC mills to supply parts for their printer and sewing machine manufacturing businesses. They are now famously used as one of the main types of machines to make iPhone chassis. Check out the Brother Speedio 700 videos on youtube
Can you do a step by step breakdown of threading and how to use this machine. I just got avintage Brother DB-B755 and I’m a big novice I know nothing about it .
Industrial Singer Sewing Machine is more common than Brother Industrial Sewing Machine. Here in Brazil Direct Drive Electronic motor is used in these industrial sewing machines. Because the Direct Drive engine is more economical, quieter and more efficient for these machines that are used by artisans in their homes.
I have a db2-b757-3 ! What’s the difference between the 757 and 755 ? And am i in the “wrong” or outdated if I’m still using my vintage 757 for sewing curtains ? I mean should I replace it with the new modern brother machines? Although it’s still sewing perfect straight even stitches!!
No significant differences other than the 757 either was a successor to the 755 or it had an extra feature or two. As for 'outdated', not at all. While machines have changed over the years, basic sewing needs really haven't shifted all that much according to the many sewers I have the privilege to meet. I would keep your current machine as long as it serves your needs. Any new model will be less robust than your current model.
Just found this channel! I just purchased a Kenmore e-6354 and want to thread it properly, can you give any recommendations? I'd love to see a video by you about buying and troubleshooting older sewing machines. Mine did not come with a manual but has a foot pedal that looks well used.
Hello. I could show the threading if I had one of those machines to make a video for. If I get one in the future, I will make a video on its threading. Alternately, I would highly suggest doing a search online for either and original or it might be easier to find a PDF copy for sale. There are sites that sell these for around $10 and they are very worth getting for both threading and other info. you might need.
I have this machine. I inherited from my mom. It was sitting in a back room and needed a real good cleaning and new oil, etc. I’m having a problem with it shredding the thread at the needle. I changed the needle, to a leather needle and it’s still doing it. The thread is new, it is an upholstery thread. Kinda thick. Also, is there any way I can slow this down. It is just so fast, it’s almost uncontrollable. Yours seems fine, as far as speed. Would appreciate your input. I am an experienced sewist. I have a FMQ quilter and several others. Service not available near me. Thanks for the video.
If the bobbin thread and other thread aren’t the same, the thread will break at the needle, when this happened to me, matching the threads cured it. Hope this helps
Can you please help me with this brother machine I have exactly the same one for two years I did use it and now I cannot work with it something is wrong and the belt doesn’t turn I don’t know if there is electricity problem on the engine or it needs oil I put oil couple of weeks ago and start working in those steps again can you please help me thank you
It will depend on the motor's voltage rating. In N. America, motos that are rated 110/120 volts 'should be' compatible with home electrical systems. If the motor is rated at 220/240 volts, you would need the correct outlet and circuit to use it at home.
Although I have no experience with carpet sewing, I would tend to think not. I say this because in spite of the heavy duty build of these machines and their very powerful motors, industrial machines tend to be built for specialized purposes. Be very careful before buying a machine for this purpose or any purpose without first testing it with materials you plan to work with. The type of feed that a machine has (Lower feed, Needle Feed, Walking Foot, or a combination of all 3) will be very important to research. You will also want to pay close attention to the maximum space under the presser foot. This model and those similar, cousin models like this one would not have space for getting carpet under the foot and you would likely find yourself frustrated and unproductive with this series/class of machines. When I get people who come to me for a machine, I always ask them what types of projects they hope to sew. I have turned away folks because I did not have what they needed and did not want them to purchase a machine that was likely not to meet their needs based on their description. You might investigate industrial machines that were created for the purpose you need it for. I'm sure you will find out the specific machine for your needs.
My husband just got me this machine and I am truly novice, I need assistance in threading and running the machine, I have very high hopes of becoming a great sewer. can you provide step by step?
Yes, it was well lubricated. Note that this is one of the industrial models that uses an "oil bath" and so it might sound differently also due to the fact that it has a giant Clutch Style industrial motor. Domestic machines almost always are quieter due to their smaller motors.
@@VintageSewingMachineGarage yes, I’m aware of those, the powerful industrial motor with electronically controlled clutch and a bath of oil-very impressive. I was not aware these until I got mine very recently. What I’m saying is not its higher level of noise but the high pitch “dry” sound. But never mind if you are sure it’s well lubricated.
Hi there. I recently bought a db2-b714-3 brother industrial sewing machine. The motor was not attached, I would appreciate a tutorial of how to attach the motor.
You 'can' use it for knits but its not ideal. It does not have stretch stitch capacity. A serger or overlock machine would be a lot more helpful with knit fabrics.
nice work! Thank you for sharing. Would-you have any idea why a machine will only sew towards us (like when we lock) instead of forward? I have a machine Brother Industrial DB2-B715-403 that is doing this.....could-you help? Thank you
If I understand what you wrote correctly, the fabric is moving towards you instead of away. It could be that the reverse mechanism is frozen or not functioning properly. I would need one in front of me to show this but I no longer own the brother you see in the video.
@@VintageSewingMachineGarage I have just become the owner of a DB2-755-3. There is a plaque on my machine that says 'for reverse rotation turn the power plug on the motor the other way up' ( it fits in both ways up). The correct direction of rotation is anti-clockwise (when looking at the pulley end). It also has a reverse bar, as most do.
You should be able to although it will always depend on the stiffness and thickness of the leather you are working with. Thickness matters as you must have enough room under the foot for the machine to 'feed' on well enough to form a stitch. If the leather is flexible and not too stiff, it should work. Be sure to use a leather tipped needle which are made for this machine also.
The knob is used for adjusting stitch length. Yours sounds as if it needs service. Regular sewing machine oil is perfect for these machines. Find a PDF of the manual if you don't have one and this will guide you as to how to oil the machine.
Hi Rikki. I don't have the exact years, but I know that many of these industrial lock stitch machines were originally engineered and patented by Singer (and some of the European brands). Once the patents expired, many of these models were manufactured in Japan under names such as Brother like this one along with Mitsubishi and others. I can say they were made in vast numbers both by Singer and the later Japanese "clone" versions. Parts should not be difficult to come by fortunately.
Hi Marguertie. Given how many of these machines were made, you should likely be able to find a spare part. It takes a severe level of damage to a machine for this to happen and so its likely due from it being dropped or abused in some other way. However, it might be a better alternative to keep that damaged machine as a spare and purchase another 66. I'm not saying it cannot be done, but know that the machine may have other issues once the shaft has been replaced. Or, alternately, if you can get the shaft for little money, it could be worth a shot to try and then if that does not work, you still have this as a part source for a replacement.
Hi I'm taking a chance on a 3 year old video, but does anyone know how the heck to slow it down? I'm having trouble with it shredding my thread at the needle when I change from a forward stitch to a back stitch, and also can barely control my stitches due to speed!
Some people have tried changing pulley size to reduce speed, but I believe the fastest route to slower stitching (sorry for the pun) is to replace the Clutch Style motor with a Servo type. The person that purchased this machine was a production skilled sewer and so they did not mind the faster speed, but most home sewers like yourself prefer more control over the speed.
If it was your grandmothers, I would consider it priceless. If you still want to sell it, the value will be based solely on where you live and also whether you live in a rural or urban locale.
A 3/8" or 10 mm V-profile belt should fit. The length of the belt is dependant on the motor placement and pulley size, it is adjustable of course. Usually they're about a meter long, but measure (motor in the highest position) with a string to be sure. Most auto shops will have these belts. Make sure to get one that doesn't have a "bump", some do as they were build up from strips of fabric and rubber and those belts make the whole thing vibrate. I always prefer continental bels, they seem to work best and they last forever.
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That is a gorgeous machine.
I think you're right about that glittery vinyl being an upholstery type of fabric. Some years I helped a friend redo a few chairs which were part of a 50s dinette set with a similar dark blue fabric. We used her machine, which if I'm remembering correctly was a domestic 1980s-era Singer of some sort.
I bought a new Brother a couple years ago just for the decorative stitching it can do, but it’s all plastic and of course won’t last nearly as long as my vintage Kenmore or your Brother here. Yours was made to last and is much more powerful!
You will find it is built on an aluminium chassis and will be more durable than you think
she was trying to say yours is good but the msg was babbled. @@smitbar11
I use one most days and I’ve always found the pedal control very sensitive, I’m going to change the pulley and slow it down.
Interesting fact about Brother as a company. They started building their own CNC mills to supply parts for their printer and sewing machine manufacturing businesses. They are now famously used as one of the main types of machines to make iPhone chassis. Check out the Brother Speedio 700 videos on youtube
Neat!
What is db2-b755-5 brother industrial sewing machine worth I just purchased one And it's an amazing sewing machine
Could you please show how you refilled the oil?
Can you do a step by step breakdown of threading and how to use this machine. I just got avintage Brother DB-B755 and I’m a big novice I know nothing about it .
Industrial Singer Sewing Machine is more common than Brother Industrial Sewing Machine. Here in Brazil Direct Drive Electronic motor is used in these industrial sewing machines. Because the Direct Drive engine is more economical, quieter and more efficient for these machines that are used by artisans in their homes.
I have a db2-b757-3 ! What’s the difference between the 757 and 755 ? And am i in the “wrong” or outdated if I’m still using my vintage 757 for sewing curtains ? I mean should I replace it with the new modern brother machines? Although it’s still sewing perfect straight even stitches!!
No significant differences other than the 757 either was a successor to the 755 or it had an extra feature or two. As for 'outdated', not at all. While machines have changed over the years, basic sewing needs really haven't shifted all that much according to the many sewers I have the privilege to meet. I would keep your current machine as long as it serves your needs. Any new model will be less robust than your current model.
My needle got stocked with the reeler in the machine and can't roll,pls how do I go about it
In Brazil a lot of industrial sewing machines are used Singer model: 191D-20CEB or model 141D -....
Just found this channel! I just purchased a Kenmore e-6354 and want to thread it properly, can you give any recommendations?
I'd love to see a video by you about buying and troubleshooting older sewing machines. Mine did not come with a manual but has a foot pedal that looks well used.
Hello. I could show the threading if I had one of those machines to make a video for. If I get one in the future, I will make a video on its threading. Alternately, I would highly suggest doing a search online for either and original or it might be easier to find a PDF copy for sale. There are sites that sell these for around $10 and they are very worth getting for both threading and other info. you might need.
hi what needles you was using ? looking at buying some leather needles .
I have this machine. I inherited from my mom. It was sitting in a back room and needed a real good cleaning and new oil, etc. I’m having a problem with it shredding the thread at the needle. I changed the needle, to a leather needle and it’s still doing it. The thread is new, it is an upholstery thread. Kinda thick. Also, is there any way I can slow this down. It is just so fast, it’s almost uncontrollable. Yours seems fine, as far as speed. Would appreciate your input. I am an experienced sewist. I have a FMQ quilter and several others. Service not available near me. Thanks for the video.
If the bobbin thread and other thread aren’t the same, the thread will break at the needle, when this happened to me, matching the threads cured it. Hope this helps
Can you please help me with this brother machine I have exactly the same one for two years I did use it and now I cannot work with it something is wrong and the belt doesn’t turn I don’t know if there is electricity problem on the engine or it needs oil I put oil couple of weeks ago and start working in those steps again can you please help me thank you
Is the voltage this machine have save for use in an apartment? Thanks
It will depend on the motor's voltage rating. In N. America, motos that are rated 110/120 volts 'should be' compatible with home electrical systems. If the motor is rated at 220/240 volts, you would need the correct outlet and circuit to use it at home.
Great video, do you think the Brother DB2-B755 would be able to sew cotton bias fabric onto domestic carpet? Would love to know your thoughts
Although I have no experience with carpet sewing, I would tend to think not. I say this because in spite of the heavy duty build of these machines and their very powerful motors, industrial machines tend to be built for specialized purposes. Be very careful before buying a machine for this purpose or any purpose without first testing it with materials you plan to work with. The type of feed that a machine has (Lower feed, Needle Feed, Walking Foot, or a combination of all 3) will be very important to research. You will also want to pay close attention to the maximum space under the presser foot. This model and those similar, cousin models like this one would not have space for getting carpet under the foot and you would likely find yourself frustrated and unproductive with this series/class of machines. When I get people who come to me for a machine, I always ask them what types of projects they hope to sew. I have turned away folks because I did not have what they needed and did not want them to purchase a machine that was likely not to meet their needs based on their description. You might investigate industrial machines that were created for the purpose you need it for. I'm sure you will find out the specific machine for your needs.
@@VintageSewingMachineGarage thank you so much for the advice! Appreciate it 👍🏻
My husband just got me this machine and I am truly novice, I need assistance in threading and running the machine, I have very high hopes of becoming a great sewer. can you provide step by step?
Do you know how to change the belts on these
how much are brother db2-b755-3 worth in fair to good condition?
Is it only me who think the machine does not sound very well lubricated? But good video thanks.
Just got a DB2-B715, beautifully made.
Yes, it was well lubricated. Note that this is one of the industrial models that uses an "oil bath" and so it might sound differently also due to the fact that it has a giant Clutch Style industrial motor. Domestic machines almost always are quieter due to their smaller motors.
@@VintageSewingMachineGarage yes, I’m aware of those, the powerful industrial motor with electronically controlled clutch and a bath of oil-very impressive. I was not aware these until I got mine very recently.
What I’m saying is not its higher level of noise but the high pitch “dry” sound. But never mind if you are sure it’s well lubricated.
Hi there. I recently bought a db2-b714-3 brother industrial sewing machine. The motor was not attached, I would appreciate a tutorial of how to attach the motor.
Hi. The motor does not attach to the machine. It is installed under the table and is connected to the machine via the motor belt.
Does this machine still work on knit fabrics?
You 'can' use it for knits but its not ideal. It does not have stretch stitch capacity. A serger or overlock machine would be a lot more helpful with knit fabrics.
Amazing machine. I cannot sew jeans because I just have a home machine.
nice work! Thank you for sharing. Would-you have any idea why a machine will only sew towards us (like when we lock) instead of forward? I have a machine Brother Industrial DB2-B715-403 that is doing this.....could-you help? Thank you
If I understand what you wrote correctly, the fabric is moving towards you instead of away. It could be that the reverse mechanism is frozen or not functioning properly. I would need one in front of me to show this but I no longer own the brother you see in the video.
@@VintageSewingMachineGarage I have just become the owner of a DB2-755-3. There is a plaque on my machine that says 'for reverse rotation turn the power plug on the motor the other way up' ( it fits in both ways up). The correct direction of rotation is anti-clockwise (when looking at the pulley end). It also has a reverse bar, as most do.
Can I use that kind of machine for leather upholstery with thin foam as lining please?
You should be able to although it will always depend on the stiffness and thickness of the leather you are working with. Thickness matters as you must have enough room under the foot for the machine to 'feed' on well enough to form a stitch. If the leather is flexible and not too stiff, it should work. Be sure to use a leather tipped needle which are made for this machine also.
How do you change the stitch length? My knob will not turn. What kind of oil and where do you oil?
The knob is used for adjusting stitch length. Yours sounds as if it needs service. Regular sewing machine oil is perfect for these machines. Find a PDF of the manual if you don't have one and this will guide you as to how to oil the machine.
i have one of these machines but it won't sew anything heavy, it just gets stuck on the bumps, is there anything i can do to change this ?
change out the feed dogs (and stitch plate to match) for coarser ones. E18 should work fine.
Could you tell me y my machine will not twitch both tress are there top and bottom but not leaving a stitch ☹️ thank you
Is this machine capable of sewing 3-5oz leather? Does anyone know?
Do you know how I can sell one in the UK?
Thank you for the video! Do you know roughly when the DB2-B714-3 was in production?
Hi Rikki. I don't have the exact years, but I know that many of these industrial lock stitch machines were originally engineered and patented by Singer (and some of the European brands). Once the patents expired, many of these models were manufactured in Japan under names such as Brother like this one along with Mitsubishi and others. I can say they were made in vast numbers both by Singer and the later Japanese "clone" versions. Parts should not be difficult to come by fortunately.
do you think it is worth fixing a singer model 66 we think it needs an arm shaft because it wobbles
Hi Marguertie. Given how many of these machines were made, you should likely be able to find a spare part. It takes a severe level of damage to a machine for this to happen and so its likely due from it being dropped or abused in some other way. However, it might be a better alternative to keep that damaged machine as a spare and purchase another 66. I'm not saying it cannot be done, but know that the machine may have other issues once the shaft has been replaced. Or, alternately, if you can get the shaft for little money, it could be worth a shot to try and then if that does not work, you still have this as a part source for a replacement.
thank you i'll try that@@VintageSewingMachineGarage
Hi I'm taking a chance on a 3 year old video, but does anyone know how the heck to slow it down? I'm having trouble with it shredding my thread at the needle when I change from a forward stitch to a back stitch, and also can barely control my stitches due to speed!
Some people have tried changing pulley size to reduce speed, but I believe the fastest route to slower stitching (sorry for the pun) is to replace the Clutch Style motor with a Servo type. The person that purchased this machine was a production skilled sewer and so they did not mind the faster speed, but most home sewers like yourself prefer more control over the speed.
@@VintageSewingMachineGarage thank you so much!
We would like to sell a similar set up (DB2-B755-5). Any suggestions on what a reasonable asking price would be?
hi i have a mitsubishi industrial sewing machine model: DB 150 . my grand mother buy it 17/11/ 1967 ... does it worth anything ?
If it was your grandmothers, I would consider it priceless. If you still want to sell it, the value will be based solely on where you live and also whether you live in a rural or urban locale.
Anyone knows when was this model made?
early 1980's
Does anyone know which size belt does it take. I have DB2-B735-3 machine
A 3/8" or 10 mm V-profile belt should fit. The length of the belt is dependant on the motor placement and pulley size, it is adjustable of course. Usually they're about a meter long, but measure (motor in the highest position) with a string to be sure. Most auto shops will have these belts. Make sure to get one that doesn't have a "bump", some do as they were build up from strips of fabric and rubber and those belts make the whole thing vibrate. I always prefer continental bels, they seem to work best and they last forever.
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how much $ is such thing worth? i have one here
$75