If you need your selvage denim hemmed to a custom inseam then look no further. There is only one way to chain stitch a selvedge denim hem and that's on a folder equipped Union Special 43200g. Why you ask? These machines create a desirable roping effect on the hem which is actually caused by a feed differential defect. What this means is that the fabric is metered through the folder (which feeds the hem to the needle) at a different speed than the feed dogs (on the bottom pulling the fabric) causing a push/pull effect on the hem which is what ultimately causes the roping effect. This roping effect is one of the characteristics that make vintage denim so desirable to collectors and the reason why these machines are so sought after now. The 43200g was first manufactured in 1939 and was phased out in the 80's. Because they were known for this mechanical defect a lot of them were abandoned, stripped for parts and exported to places such as North Africa and South East Asia. To find one in such good working condition as we have is truly rare.
NOTE: Please allow for 5-7 WORKING days from the time your order is processed for hemming.
Important Notes on Hemming:
1. This is for chain stitch hemming services on non-Brave Star Jeans. If you are looking to get a Brave Star Jean hemmed, please check our other hemming page here.
2. If you are sending a jean in your possession to be hemmed, then be sure to WASH YOUR JEANS before sending in. Our Repair Bar Team will only work on jeans that have been washed beforehand. You can see our guide on washing your denim here.
3. If you are sending in a jean in your possession to be hemmed, you would purchase the custom hem service and then mail the jeans to us with the order number or printed order confirmation in the package. Our address is 11018 Washington Blvd, Culver City CA 90232
4. We CANNOT guarantee an exact match on thread color for your hem service. We will match the color on the hem as closely as possible to the stitch color of the jean
