Janome 1600p question
#1
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Janome 1600p question
I am looking to buy a machine to use strictly for piecing and quilting. I am thinking of a Janome 1600p. Would anyone who uses this machine care to share their opinions on this? Also was wondering about the Gracie frame to go along with it.
Thanks!
Thanks!
#2
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Location: Ontario, Canada
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The 1600 is known as a true workhorse of a machine.
Nothing fancy ... it just stitches!
I had one on loan while my machine was in for repairs one time, and put a lot of miles on that machine.
I was definitely impressed and would highly recommend it, as I really put it to the test, through many layers of fabrics.
I have also met a seamstress that had the 1600 in her shop, and was so impressed, that she bought a 2nd when she needed to add an extra machine.
I assume you can lower its feed dogs, to be able to do FMQ.
If so, I think it would be a charm.
Keep in mind, that it is not the newest of machines available ... and be sure your price reflects that.
Nothing fancy ... it just stitches!
I had one on loan while my machine was in for repairs one time, and put a lot of miles on that machine.
I was definitely impressed and would highly recommend it, as I really put it to the test, through many layers of fabrics.
I have also met a seamstress that had the 1600 in her shop, and was so impressed, that she bought a 2nd when she needed to add an extra machine.
I assume you can lower its feed dogs, to be able to do FMQ.
If so, I think it would be a charm.
Keep in mind, that it is not the newest of machines available ... and be sure your price reflects that.
#4
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Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: New Rockford, ND
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hi i have a 1600p with a gracie frame and i just love it. yes the throat isn't very big but i can do a queen on it by
adjusting the top roller. i use my strictly for long arming so i have taken out my feed dogs. it works great.
adjusting the top roller. i use my strictly for long arming so i have taken out my feed dogs. it works great.
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