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Went to pick up my Viking after it's usual check-up today. Found that my dealer and mr. fix-it had a used Viking designer I to sell. It was in the shop for a thorough going over, so didn't get to see it. All I really know is that it has embroidery capabilities w/ 3 different sized hoops & all of the frills that I have on my Brother. Want to know what those of you who have the same machine think about it. I value your opinions. Marge L
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Originally Posted by Marge L.
Went to pick up my Viking after it's usual check-up today. Found that my dealer and mr. fix-it had a used Viking designer I to sell. It was in the shop for a thorough going over, so didn't get to see it. All I really know is that it has embroidery capabilities w/ 3 different sized hoops & all of the frills that I have on my Brother. Want to know what those of you who have the same machine think about it. I value your opinions. Marge L
#4
The reality is it doesn't really matter what anybody else thinks. You need to be happy with it!
Buying a sewing machine of any kind is a whole lot like buying a car. You might care about bells and whistles that don't matter to me at all.
Take some fabric and go test drive it!!
Buying a sewing machine of any kind is a whole lot like buying a car. You might care about bells and whistles that don't matter to me at all.
Take some fabric and go test drive it!!
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All that everyone has said is true. However, be careful. There are some Viking machines that are now obsolete. HV is no longer making the D1 and there are many machines that they no longer make that you can no longer get parts for repair. This includes the main pc board. Rumor has it that the D1 parts will very soon be no longer available. I have heard this many times recently. You might be better off purchasing a Topaz 20 or 30, they are wonderful machines, but are not has pricey has the Ruby & Diamond.
Good Luck and Be Blessed
Good Luck and Be Blessed
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Originally Posted by hobbykat1955
Have the SE and I wouldn't buy anyother machine but a Viking...due to the Sensor Foot...not on any other brand.
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Originally Posted by FloridaQuilter
All that everyone has said is true. However, be careful. There are some Viking machines that are now obsolete. HV is no longer making the D1 and there are many machines that they no longer make that you can no longer get parts for repair. This includes the main pc board. Rumor has it that the D1 parts will very soon be no longer available. I have heard this many times recently. You might be better off purchasing a Topaz 20 or 30, they are wonderful machines, but are not has pricey has the Ruby & Diamond.
Good Luck and Be Blessed
Good Luck and Be Blessed
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Originally Posted by grann of 6
Originally Posted by hobbykat1955
Have the SE and I wouldn't buy anyother machine but a Viking...due to the Sensor Foot...not on any other brand.
I definitely agree with you. I have an older Viking and it's a regular workhorse. I trust my dealer, who is also Mr. fix-it. His son works with him & I'm sure he is a good follower. I trust them both. That helps. Just wanted something that would take care of larger hoops for embroidery. Have lots of ideas, but can't carry them out w/ only a 4" hoop on my Brother. Thanks for your comments. It really helps me make a decision. Marge L.
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