Singer s18 same as Janome 6500?
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Singer s18 same as Janome 6500?
I promise not to hog the board, but I'm new and do have a few questions!
I was all set to look into a Janome 6500 today when the dealer told me that the Singer s18 is made for Singer by Janome. They look and felt exactly alike, only the card that shows you the stitches looks different.
I've read on this board that Singer isn't a favourite, but I'm wondering if this machine is made by Janome could it be a contender? It's less expensive than the Janome 6500 and money is a consideration.
Any comments appreciated.
Thanks! Watson
I was all set to look into a Janome 6500 today when the dealer told me that the Singer s18 is made for Singer by Janome. They look and felt exactly alike, only the card that shows you the stitches looks different.
I've read on this board that Singer isn't a favourite, but I'm wondering if this machine is made by Janome could it be a contender? It's less expensive than the Janome 6500 and money is a consideration.
Any comments appreciated.
Thanks! Watson
#2
There was a time when Singer was the best. They made all their own machines, and they wouldn't let another brand be put on them. Now Singer is putting its own brand on a machine built by Janome? How times change. This article talks about the Singer s18 - http://www.best-home-ideas.com/2014/...io-review.html. It looks like it would be a good purchase.
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The Singer doesn't look like it has as much throat space as the 6500, even though the info says they have the same amount. Personally, I'd rather spend the extra money and get the 6500, I'm just leary about new Singers, regardless of the reviews.
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Be sure to compare all the features on both machines just to make sure you are not going to be disappointed later on with if the harp is smaller. I still quilt with a 7" harp and it is not a problem for me.
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