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    Old 03-23-2024, 08:45 PM
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    I will chime in with my thoughts. I have a Singer HD110, heavy duty machine. It is a work horse. It's not fancy, or computerized, but it sews like a champ. I've repaired heavy duty jackets, including zippers, repaired canvas tent/trailer covers, and used it to make new cushions for my couch. If the 6800C is anything like the HD110, it should serve you well.
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    Old 03-24-2024, 04:42 AM
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    Before buying the Juki series i would watch all the videos from Juki Junkies. You will learn everything about the TL machines and others. They are reputable and honest, thousands buy from them online for all Juki. They test every machine out of the box before it is mailed or sold.
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    Old 03-24-2024, 10:22 AM
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    Originally Posted by Barb in Louisiana
    Well, this sent me down the proverbial rabbit hole of research into this machine. IF...... I needed or wanted another machine, I would buy this one. I have to hem my husband's jeans, he's not the tallest guy but he's cute, and none of my 3 machines will handle the multiple jean seams. I, also, really like that it is Mechanical, and only a straight stitch. Amazon has 2 of these machines for $1,599 with a $500 coupon off that price.
    Sold by a third party with not a lot of reviews (Fakespot rates the listing a "C" with 11 potential issues), not by Amazon.

    Spend some time on the Juki Junkies Facebook page - you'll read a fair number of stories from people buying via Amazon and having issues with the machines. Gigi and team at Juki Junkies stand behind the machines they sell.
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    Thanks MKC. Having never bought a sewing machine online, you brought up items I should have looked at. I'll be checking out Juki Junkies.
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    Old 03-25-2024, 05:47 AM
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    I bought my Juki from a local dealer but if no dealer I would buy from Juki Junkies or another very reputable online shop with excellent reviews. Sew Yeah is another good online dealer for all brands of machines.
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    Originally Posted by Onebyone
    Before buying the Juki series i would watch all the videos from Juki Junkies. You will learn everything about the TL machines and others. They are reputable and honest, thousands buy from them online for all Juki. They test every machine out of the box before it is mailed or sold.
    I have the TL2010Q and let me tell you- it's one amazing machine! I love everything about it. Sews through multiple layers, quilts wonderfully, etc etc. Juki Junkies is a terrific source for all things Juki. They have a Youtube channel as well.
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    Old 03-28-2024, 05:03 AM
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    Originally Posted by aashley333
    Have you tried different needles? The ones for blue jeans?
    I haven't tried a jeans needle... thanks for the suggestion!
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    Old 03-28-2024, 05:04 AM
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    Default thank you!

    Thank you all for your input and advice. I'm going to do some more research.

    I appreciate it!
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