Janome? Viking? Pfaff? Bernina?
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Originally Posted by mucky
They are all good machines and Pfaff is the only one with a small built in walking foot. But I say my choice would be the one that has a good service center and and in shop lessons and and individual help and is close to you.
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I have a Phaff 2056 and bought a Bernina this year. The Bernina has been a bit of a disappointment when it comes to FMQ but it could be because I'm still learning the machine and it's smarter than I am. I wouldn't give up my Phaff for anything in the world - I just needed a bigger throat.
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Originally Posted by psquared52
I absolutely LOVe my Janome6600. Am seriously considering the 12000.
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I guess i got lucky when I bought a Janome in 03. Have had no problems. My only machine. I know there are other good ones out there. I don't trade things.. just keep em till they die.
Same with suburbans and husbands. lol
Same with suburbans and husbands. lol
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Originally Posted by mamaw
I am a huge Janome fan and highly recommend the Horizon...it has a larger throat space than the 6600 and better lighting. Has the same accufeed system and I love mine.
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I strongly suggest you continue your research using on-line comparisons and, if you have a library nearby, check out Consumer Reports reviews. As for my, I have a Brother CS-6000i. If you compare the features of this machine against those of much more expensive brands, you will find it lacks only one or two features. For instance, it doesn't have an automatic thread cutter, but it does have: automatic threader; 7 position automatic needle position; touch up/down needle position; needle up/needle down programmable. It is digital with 60 built-in decorative stitches. The best part is I paid $169 shipped on-line. This machine gets good reviews and in my opinion is the best value out there. You can pay a great deal more money for one or two additional features but his is a very good buy. Good luck with you search.
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