Questions about a sewing machine
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Questions about a sewing machine
I have an opportunity to purchase a Husqvarna – Viking Model 330 sewing machine that has never been used & I have the following questions:
1) When was this model manufactured?
2) Would it be good as a back up machine to my Brother machine?
3) Pros & Cons on its overall operation?
4) What would be a fair price to pay for this machine which has never been used?
Any feedback to my questions would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you,
MaryC
1) When was this model manufactured?
2) Would it be good as a back up machine to my Brother machine?
3) Pros & Cons on its overall operation?
4) What would be a fair price to pay for this machine which has never been used?
Any feedback to my questions would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you,
MaryC
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I have this machine and I bought it in 1987 and it was used at the time. They were made in Sweden and is just a wonderful workhorse of a machine. Lots of stitches and is electronic not computerized. I put my walking foot on it and use the #1 Plus for my regular sewing. Never had any problems with it. Never has been in the shop, just keep it cleaned and it never needs oiling. I paid $400 way back then but you should do a whole lot better now. They don't come up for sale much because people never want to get rid of them.
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Dear Debra:
Thanks for your reply. The current owner is selling it for $200 or best offer. I may just take her up on it so I can have a back up machine on hand if my current machine breaks down.
Thanks & have a Happy Thanksgiving.
MaryC
Thanks for your reply. The current owner is selling it for $200 or best offer. I may just take her up on it so I can have a back up machine on hand if my current machine breaks down.
Thanks & have a Happy Thanksgiving.
MaryC
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I have this machine and I bought it in 1987 and it was used at the time. They were made in Sweden and is just a wonderful workhorse of a machine. Lots of stitches and is electronic not computerized. I put my walking foot on it and use the #1 Plus for my regular sewing. Never had any problems with it. Never has been in the shop, just keep it cleaned and it never needs oiling. I paid $400 way back then but you should do a whole lot better now. They don't come up for sale much because people never want to get rid of them.
#5
I have a Viking 190 (much less of a machine) but love it!! I also have two computerized Vikings all made in Sweden. They are all workhorses and never go to the stop for misbehaving!!! $200 for a new machine. Go for it but try offering less to see what she says. Good Luck
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