Which machine should I get? Janome or Husqvarna?
#1
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Location: East Tennessee
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I'm thinking about getting a refurbished Janome 11587 or a craigslist'ed viking husqvarna 150E. It would be my FMQ machine only. I can't find much information about the Janome, but from what I am reading, the Husqvarna is a good machine. But I'm a bit afraid of buying it from an individual that I don't know.
Advice and tips?
Advice and tips?
#3
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Location: Central Florida
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I have never used a Janome but have 4 Viking sewing machines and have gifted two more. My advice is to find out which company has the closest to you reputable (and friendly) dealer. If you have problems or need repairs a dealer is super important.
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How large is the throat on each? If you want to FMQ, it is advisable to go with the larger throat or at least that helps maneuver the bulk of the sandwich under the needle. I would also verify that each accomodates FMQ (right foot, drop down feed dogs/coverplate...)
#6
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Join Date: Sep 2011
Location: Luck, Wisconsin
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I have two Janome machines and absolutely love them. I doubt I would ever get another brand. My Janome 6500 does everything I could wish for. I even load it onto my Hinterburg Quilt Frame and FM many of my quilts. It works great doing FM both on and off the frame.
#8
I am very partial to Janome and have 6500, the for runner of the Janome 7700 Horizon. We have several Janomes and they are awesome. I have a friend that had a wonderful husqvarna but she struggle with tension issues that never resolved and ended up getting a little 3/4 size Janome Gem. This left me a little cautious of the Husqvarna. Oh as for the little machine in the cabinet. Don't get rid of it yet. Some of those old machines are awesome.
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