Janome Horizon - Calling all owners
08-14-2011, 06:49 PM
#1
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Join Date: Jan 2011
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I am seriously considering purchasing a Janome Horizon early next year and I'd like to hear from those of you who have one. What do you like about it? What do you not like about it? Thanks for all your input. It will be valued.
Kris
Kris
08-14-2011, 06:59 PM
#2
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Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Georgia
Posts: 2,048
The best thing about it ...the smooth feel of the machine and the space. I love the stitches and am trying to make sure I use all of them:).
I am getting used to the needle threader. I find the one on my brother easier to use. I miss the alert that I have on my brother for when the bobbin thread is getting low. (I got lazy not having to look)
I am getting used to the needle threader. I find the one on my brother easier to use. I miss the alert that I have on my brother for when the bobbin thread is getting low. (I got lazy not having to look)
08-14-2011, 07:05 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Northern IL
Posts: 117
My dealer had a used one traded in, but I just couldn't see spending the money on just a sewing machine. I have a 6500P with a larger quilting area that does just fine. I picked it up used for $600. I have an embroidery machine that could be used for quilting also with only a little less harp at about 8".
You might put your name in at your local dealer to see if they get one traded in. Christmas could come early?
You might put your name in at your local dealer to see if they get one traded in. Christmas could come early?
08-15-2011, 04:42 AM
#7
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Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: IL
Posts: 2,671
Other than the Bernina 820 ($6500) or 830 ($10,000+), the Janome Horizon has the longest harp- 11" of any domestic sewing machine. I think even the Bailey 13" "short arm" costs more than the Horizon, and the Horizon is a top of the line, sewing-only machine, with hundreds of stitches, built-in dual feed, and features galore. So test drive it, haggle on price, and if it suits you, GO FOR IT. Because the extra room in the harp really is worth it, and it's also a great sewing machine. The Janome Horizon yahoo group is very active, informative, supportive, and friendly. Plus, there are many Horizon owners on QB also.
08-15-2011, 04:50 AM
#8
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Join Date: Apr 2011
Location: Wyoming
Posts: 7
I purchased mine Feb of this year, LOVE IT!!! I would encourge you to get the large spool holder add-on, my dealer was out when I picked mine up but I had it within a week. The space and lighting are GREAT!!! GET IT!
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