Originally Posted by milkbone

I am just a novice, but I have had my 6600 for 3 years now and I absolutely LOVE it. I amazes me what it can do and how comfortable it is----the larger throat and the acufeed is a must in my book. You have to realize that whatever machine you do get, it is like a computer when you bring it home---it will be outdated before you know it. Happy decision making :)

Originally Posted by jdiane318

Because I have both a Janome 6600P and a Janome 350E, I think you will prefer having two differnt machines. I had a brother 270 combo and knew after one week that I wanted a machine that would do more and that I didn't like the combo. I'm sure that some of us don't always finish what we are doing. Changing a machine back and forth takes time and it can become frustrating. If you lived closer, I would be more than happy to sell you my 6600P with table as I am wanting a long arm. Good luck with your decision.

Originally Posted by lab fairy

Is Janome the only brand you have considered? You might want to broaden your scope and look at others. Things I feel are a must have some people don't consider important. I'd do a lot of test driving, make a spreadsheet of features, compare things YOU think are important.

My must have list is simple: built in walking foot (all the Pfaff machines I've ever owned had them), 9 mm stitch width, needle up/down, etc. I think throat width is important as well. Get the biggest you can afford because you will find that trying to quilt something big on a small throated machine is a stinker. Probably one of my biggest must haves is dealer support i.e. Warranty service on site, new owner classes, etc. Come to think of it, I guess I'm picky about my machines.

Originally Posted by Darlene's

Thats what everybody that owns the 6600 says !!But I have not heard that about the Horizon tho thats what scares me lol cause I really want the throat space cause I will be needing it with making big quilts.

Originally Posted by Darlene's

If you could get a choice of these machines which would you get???
Janome 6600P, Horizon,or 11000 Special Edition..
I am so undecided on which one cause they are so expensive I dont want to get one and then feel I have to upgrade in a year!
Everyone loves the 6600P...thats what I read about ti anyway !!but has the shorter arm space distance.
Horizon has the longer arm space which I like and is pretty much the same as the 6600.
11000 has it all plus the embroidery that I would really like to have to.
So what's a Gal to do :?: :?:

Originally Posted by milkbone

When I was researching for my big purchase, I test drove a lot of machines and I have to admit, some were mighty tempting---BUT I had a budget and the Janome was right up there with lots of pluses for the money. I also was looking for a dealer close by for servicing---which was a bust after a year when she retired :( Anyway, I am pleased with my decision and you will be too----whatever you finally decidej:)