Originally Posted by
Nilla
Amandasgramma, Am I correct in saying that HQ also makes the BL, just as TL makes Pfaff/Viking? The BL Crown Jewel is on my list of possible long arm purchases. It's just like the Avante, but less expensive and there's a dealer near me (he doesn't offer classes on the machine though).
PumpkinPatch, I know what you mean about changing your mind and considering different machines all the time. I'm somewhat embarrassed by how indecisive I've been about machines. Eventually we'll both just have to make a decision and not look back!
My understanding is yes, they do make the BabyLock. I, personally, feel having a dealer close at hand is IMPORTANT! Can you imagine the cost and time involved to send your machine in???
My first boo-boo was the VERY day I had the machine set up in my shop. I tossed the laser light to the rear of the machine..........didn't even think about the cord getting tangled up in the handwheel. YIP! BIG crash and the timing was totally off. Had to take it in (my biggest embarrassment in my life!!!). So -- can you imagine having to SEND it in???? You never know what will happen!!! But this is my experience and opinion.
And don't worry about the indecision --- it's normal and SHOULD happen!!! After all, it's a BIG expense!!!! Wouldn't buy a car at the drop of a hat, would you?? Well, I did and was always sorry for it.....LOL LOL