janome 8900
#63
Yes, it does have the 9 mm width stitch, which makes a lot of difference in some and not so much in others. Mine arrived last week so I'm still playing with it. But so far I like it a lot. And at $2250.00 with free shipping and no tax, it was a great deal. I purchased from Tops Vacuum and Sewing in Sarasota, FL -- where Madriver got hers. The staff is very easy to deal with and don't mind anwering my "dumb" questions.
#68
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Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Rhode Island
Posts: 484
I brought the 8900 2 weeks ago at my local sewing center. I paid $2499.00. I still don't know how to use all the functions on this machine. I think the instruction book could be better to explain about using all the function on this machine. I had a memory craft 9000 before which help me a lot to use this machine. So far I like this machine. I have not done any quilting yet.
#69
I love my Janome 8900. The wide harp area makes it so much easier to quilt. I get good 1/4" seams from the foot and 1/4" needle setting. Stitches are even. A real dream machine. You will find a wide range of prices quoted. The MSRP is around $4400 I believe but I have heard people picking up the machine anywhere between $2500-$3500. This machine is also used on quilt cruises so a lot of the gently used machines are available as well. There are more stitches and feet than I will probably ever use but who knows down the line I may.
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