Wilcox & Gibbs EA 1342 Cylinder Arm Walking Foot Industrial Sewing Machine
Brand: Wilcox & GibbsCylinder Arm Industrial Sewing Machine
Features
- Cylinder arm for curved, tubular and three-dimensional work
- Compound triple feed: bottom feed, needle feed and walking foot
- Large shuttle hook and oversized bobbin
- Stitch length up to 11 mm
- Presser foot lift up to 20 mm
- 400 mm arm clearance
- 1000W silent servo motor
- Supplied on an industrial table and stand with foot pedal, knee lift and thread stand
Wilcox & Gibbs EA 1342 Cylinder Arm Walking Foot Industrial Sewing Machine
£2,037.90
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Tested before dispatchEvery product checked by our team
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Repairs & servicingDomestic and industrial machines
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Visit the shop286 Streatham High Road, London
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Delivery & returnsRead the full policy before you order
Brands we supply
- JUKI
- Janome
- Brother
- Bernina
- Singer
- M-Tech
- Silter
- Wilcox & Gibbs
- Necchi
Product Details
Why choose the Wilcox & Gibbs EA 1342?
Even stitching through thick layers. The feed dog, needle and walking foot all move together. Leather, vinyl and webbing feed evenly instead of slipping or puckering.
Room to work in three dimensions. The cylinder arm gets inside tubular and shaped items, and the 400 mm arm clearance gives you space for bulky pieces.
Stitches that look the part. A stitch length of up to 11 mm gives you the bold, even stitches that saddlery and quality leather goods call for.
Space under the foot. With up to 20 mm of presser foot lift, thick stacks slide under the foot without a fight.
Fewer bobbin changes. The large hook and oversized bobbin carry more thread, which helps on long seams with heavy thread.
Control when it matters. The servo motor lets you creep through a tricky corner one stitch at a time, then pick up speed on the straights. It's quiet too, and only draws power while you're sewing.
Who is it for?
The EA 1342 earns its keep in workshops that sew heavy, shaped work every day:
● Saddlers and leather workers making tack, belts, wallets and leather goods
● Bag and luggage makers sewing handbags, holdalls and cases
● Upholsterers and car trimmers working with leather, vinyl and piping
● Manufacturers of straps, harnesses, collars and webbing products
● Footwear and repair workshops
● Colleges teaching leatherwork and heavy industrial sewing
It isn't the machine for lightweight dressmaking fabrics or fast garment production. For that, take a look at our industrial lockstitch machines. And if most of your work is flat, such as cushions, covers or large upholstery panels, a flatbed walking foot machine will probably serve you better. If you're not sure which you need, give us a call.
Information
If you sew leather, webbing or heavy canvas, you'll know the problem. The top layer creeps, the stitches go uneven, and the moment you need to sew inside a bag or around a curve, a flatbed machine gets in the way.
The Wilcox & Gibbs EA 1342 is designed to solve both. Its triple feed pulls every layer through together, so thick work stays lined up from the first stitch to the last. And the narrow cylinder arm lets you slide part-made bags, boots and cases straight over the bed, so you can sew gussets, curves and corners without wrestling the work.
It arrives ready to sew on an industrial table with a quiet servo motor, so you can start working as soon as it's set up.
Specification
- Brand
- Wilcox & Gibbs
- Product type
- Cylinder Arm Industrial Sewing Machine
- Category
- Industrial Machines
- Availability
- In stock
- Model
- EA 1342
- Feed
- Compound triple feed (bottom, needle and walking foot)
- Hook
- Large shuttle hook
- Maximum stitch length
- 11 mm
- Presser foot lift
- Up to 20 mm
- Arm clearance
- 400 mm
- Motor
- 1000W servo
- Power supply
- UK Plug
- Supplied with
- Industrial table and stand
What is in the box
● Wilcox & Gibbs EA 1342 machine head
● 1000W servo motor
● Industrial table top and stand
● Foot pedal and knee lift
● Thread stand
● Accessory kit and manual
Looking after your machine
- Oil the machine regularly, following the oiling points in the manual
- Oil the hook by hand – it needs more attention on heavy work
- Use only clear sewing machine oil, never household oil
- Brush out lint and leather dust from the hook and feed area daily
- Change the needle as soon as it's blunt, bent or skipping stitches
- Use the correct needle system and size for your thread
- Check the walking foot and feed dog for wear and build-up
- Switch off the motor when you're not sewing
- Cover the machine at the end of the day to keep dust out
- Book a professional service at least once a year if it's in daily use
- Our engineers repair and service industrial machines in our London workshop. Call 0208 769 2998 to book.
Why buy from us
Talash vs The Marketplace
A sewing machine is about more than the price. Here's what comes with buying from a specialist.
| What matters | Talash | Typical marketplace listing |
|---|---|---|
| Advice before you buy | Speak to a specialist | Message the seller |
| Installation | Available on selected machines | Rarely offered |
| Tested before dispatch | Every product | Not stated |
| Repairs & servicing | In-house engineers | Find your own |
| Visit in person | Streatham, South London | Online only |
| Experience | 40+ years | Unknown |
Before you order
Delivery, Installation & Returns
What's the advantage of a cylinder arm?
You can slide shaped or part-made items over the arm and sew them from the inside. That makes bag gussets, boot uppers, cuffs and curved seams far easier than on a flatbed machine.
What does a walking foot actually do?
A normal machine only feeds fabric from underneath, so the top layer tends to lag behind. A walking foot machine grips the work from above and below at the same time, and the needle moves with the feed too. On leather and multiple layers, that's the difference between a neat seam and a messy one.
Will it sew leather?
Yes, that's exactly what it's built for. Pair it with a leather point needle and bonded thread for the best finish
Should I choose a cylinder arm or a flatbed?
If you sew bags, boots, cases or anything curved, go for a cylinder arm. If most of your work is flat panels, a flatbed is the better fit.
What thread and needles does it take?
Bonded nylon or polyester thread is the standard choice for leather and upholstery. The machine uses needles. Always fit the correct system, because the wrong needle can skip stitches and damage the hook.
Why a servo motor?
It only runs while your foot is on the pedal, so it's quiet and uses less electricity. More importantly, it lets you sew really slowly, which is exactly what you want on an expensive hide.
Is it suitable for a beginner?
If you're ready to learn on an industrial machine, yes. The servo motor makes slow, careful sewing easy while you build confidence. For light sewing at home, a domestic machine is a better choice, and we're happy to point you towards one.
Does it come with a warranty?
12 months.This does not affect your statutory rights.
- Fast UK deliveryDispatched within 48 hours
- Pickup availableUsually ready in 2–4 days
- Tested before dispatchBy our own engineers
- 40+ yearsSpecialist supplier