Originally Posted by Annaquilts

I have a Janome 6500, for runner of the 6600, 7700 and really like it. Take your time shopping and trying out machines. I think it is telling if they even sold the floor model and have the baby lock melody left. also it is not just the brand. Be sure you get the features you want. size of throat opening is a big deal with quilting. I also like a knee lifter and auto thread cutter. If you also make clothing then a free arm would be nice but the Janome does not have that on the 7700 or 6600.