Old 05-11-2009, 04:40 PM
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tnjacke
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Test drive both machines and pick the one that suits you best.

I know that I would go with the Janome even tho I have never owned one, but have friends that do and speak very highly of them. That will be the next machine I buy.

Second, local service and support is important. If you buy from a local dealer, you can get classes and all the information and help you need as a rule. However buying from ebay or other mail order dealer, local shops DO NOT have to service that machine and usually won't.

I moved from my home state a few years ago for a while and the local Bernina dealer there refused to service my machine because it wasn't purchased from them. So had to wait until I moved back home to have it serviced. Just did my home maintenance myself. To me this is a big consideration in purchasing new machines.

Good Luck in your new purchase.
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