Walking foot
02-10-2011, 10:36 AM
#211
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Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Gerber, California
Posts: 5
I went on line after all you quilters said to get the one that goes with your machine. i ordered a walking foot for my Viking 6000 series (old metal) for $39.95, plus a needle clamp attachment screw, from Discount Sewing Machine in Lakeway, Texas. They only do PayPal or check so did check and can not wait.
I have a Viking 630, supposedly all metal parts. What model do you have? What a timely topic. My Viking is at the repair shop, getting cleaned, and on my list of things to buy that I gave the guy, was a walking foot. He made sure I was aware that it wouyld be a little over $100
The poor thing's been gone since Friday :(
I didn't think they were that expensive
Originally Posted by JUNEC
Originally Posted by RugosaB
Originally Posted by Mkotch
I find my walking foot is essential. Keep it handy along with the screwdriver that came with my machine. I guess your success depends on the brand of sewing machine? I have two Vikings, one old (metal parts) and the other medium-aged. Both work well with the WF.
The poor thing's been gone since Friday :(
02-10-2011, 12:19 PM
#212
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Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Somerset, England
Posts: 285
I can't imagine life without a walking foot - no pleats, no puckers, just smooth stitching and fabric! For those of you who have had a bad experience, I would suggest it's worth trying again but, as has already been said, don't go for a cheap option.
02-12-2011, 12:01 AM
#217
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Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Spokane, WA.
Posts: 67
Originally Posted by Jo Mama
Originally Posted by MemoryKeeper
Frustrating just barely describes my experiences with my Brother and a walking foot!!!! I'm glad you've had good luck with your Brother and the W. foot. I think I'll throw my machine in the truck and head for the nearest machine sales/repair shop
I still believe in the Pfaff built in even feed walking foot which comes in the higher priced Pfaffs and Janomes HOWEVER, check e-bay and craig's list for the Pfaff 7550 or 7570 which were still made in Germany and can be purchased for a fraction of the cost of the new ones made in China. They are wonderful.
03-10-2011, 05:38 AM
#219
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Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Rosedale, Indiana
Posts: 2,003
I have 3 machines (2 Brothers and aa White) and I use them all. They all came with walking feet. They all are good quality and I have no problems with them and I can back stitch with all of them.
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