I too have the first 830 and wondered why they gave that number to a new machine. I figured since the first 830 was such a good machine that that number was a marketing ploy. Just guessing. Even the repair people have told me that the first 830 was the best they had. That I should keep it!
Lynda
Originally Posted by
sewbizgirl
I still have my old 830 Record from 1974. It's an awesome, reliable, all mechanical machine. I was surprised when they gave the same number/name to a newer model! I love my old Bernina but gave up on the newer ones when they became insanely expensive and complicated. Plus... they are ugly. Sorry to hear the new 830s were lemons.