My most favorite 'modern' machine!
This was my review of it from last spring, and I continue to smile whenever I sit down to use it. Mof, I am sew taken w this machine that I've started carrying them in my shop.
"I've owned this machine for (then) 8 months and just adore it. Its stitch quality is beautiful, it is reliable, it takes all threads (not at all finicky), the foot control thread cutter is fantastic, the knee lift is convenient, the threader is easy to work, doesn't require a 'leader' when starting a seam, etc. etc. etc. It is a quality machine through and through. I own(ed) many different machines and this is my favorite. I enjoy it far more than the Janome Horizon 7700MCP I sold to purchase this. Its stitch is comparable to (better than) my Berninas and I find it far easier to get a consistent scant 1/4" seam allowance on this machine.
It comes w 3 different 1/4" feet: the all-purpose straight stitch, the compensating, and the walking one. I've used them all, depending upon my needs.
I chose this model based on 1) my desire for solely a straight stitch machine w a large throat space, and 2) the outstanding reviews I consistently read about it, There isn't a Juki dealer around so I couldn't try it prior to purchase. I bought it from a terrific sew/vac center down south. Not only did I get a great price but they have fantastic customer service and I couldn't be happier w my decision.
Some people say the threader is difficult. Make sure needle is in its highest position and the presser foot is lowered. I personally haven't found any issue w it but if you do, a brief video by gardenspeak may help."