Industrial Needles, 135X16NRTW - Premium

135x16NRTW Industrial Sewing Machine Needles – (Leather Point – Narrow Twist / NTW) – Groz-Beckert or Schmetz (Premium Quality)

The 135x16NTW needle system is a specialty leather-point industrial needle engineered for walking foot, compound feed, and heavy-duty sewing machines. These premium Groz-Beckert needles feature an NTW (Narrow Twist) cutting point, designed to create clean, precise stitches in leather and dense materials while reducing surface scarring.

Key Features

• Premium Quality – Groz-Beckert
  Trusted worldwide for exceptional sharpness, consistency, and durability. Each needle is manufactured to tight tolerances for long life and reliable stitch formation in demanding applications.
• NTW Cutting Point for Leather
  The Narrow Twist (NTW) point is crafted specifically for leatherwork, producing a fine, slanted stitch pattern with minimal penetration resistance. Ideal for smooth, clean seams in natural and synthetic leather.
• Heavy-Duty Performance
  Engineered for thick materials, multi-layer leather, and high-tension threads. Maintains consistent stitch quality without tearing or distorting the material.
• Optimized for Walking Foot & Compound Feed Machines
  The needle geometry, scarf, groove, and point design, helps minimize skipped stitches and enhances thread handling in heavy fabrics and leather.

Applications

• Leatherworking and saddlery
• Upholstery and automotive interiors
• Bags, belts, straps, and holsters
• Footwear and accessory manufacturing
• Heavy industrial textile production
  

Important Notes

• This item may ship as either Groz-Beckert or Schmetz, depending on current stock. Both brands meet the highest industry standards for premium sewing machine needles.
• You must know your machine’s correct needle system before purchasing. Store staff cannot guarantee compatibility.
• Needles are not returnable.

Alternate Part Numbers: 135x16 NTW, 135x16 (Leather), DPx16, SY3355, 2167