Thread: Vintage Sergers
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Old 09-17-2014, 10:44 AM
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foufymaus
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Originally Posted by Rodney
I know what a serger is and that's about it. I've got a bunch of questions.
Okay shoot!

Originally Posted by Rodney
What are common problems with them
Threading the buggers and changing the stitches. *nods*

Originally Posted by Rodney
I know they have a set of knives to trim the fabric. Can they be sharpened if needed and can replacements be found easily?
I haven't had to replace my set yet. For my model you have to purchase replacement blades.

Originally Posted by Rodney
Also are needles easy to find and are they the same as regular sewing machine needles or are they different?
Thanks,
Rodney
I have to by a 2020 overlock needle from JoAnns so it's not exactly the same. The prices are about the same give or take a dollar. There's a difference between the length. BUT The manual says I can use a standard needle in a pinch but it's not supposed to be used as a default. So I guess the standard needles is like that spare little tire you have in your car if you get a flat. You can use it but not all the time.
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