Janome ??? I have one and after 10 years of not so much work it has a problem . I understand that the parts inside are
made of plastic or something similar. After I take it to the shop where I bought it I'll tell you more. I have always liked it
until it started mis behaving. I don't seem to be able to adjust it, which I can do with my other machines. An real old Sears
(commander) and a Dressmaker. yes some Janome's are
manufactured in China.
I think again i'd buy a Bernina.