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Old 03-07-2013, 05:42 AM
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This cabinet looks to be in very good shape but the machine, not so much. Seems steep at $350. http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/atq/3566859241.html
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Old 03-07-2013, 05:47 AM
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Maybe it was a "top notch" machine in its day but good luck selling it at that price. http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/fuo/3644801091.html
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Old 03-07-2013, 10:08 AM
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Originally Posted by QuiltFaerie View Post
Maybe it was a "top notch" machine in its day but good luck selling it at that price. http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/fuo/3644801091.html
It wasn't even "top notch" in it's day. It's not a 401, as advertised, it's a 404. Straight Stitch only. That's what it says on the manual they took a clear picture of too! It might even be safe to say it would have been a "base" model back in the day.

The price is completely out of whack too. I can't even sell a 401A here for a third that price, and it's a lot cleaner and doesn't need parts or a servicing.
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Old 03-07-2013, 03:26 PM
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Originally Posted by pennycandy View Post
I have a similar table that was my mil's. The finish on the one in the ad is better but no way would I pay $425.
I love the table, but there is no way I would pay that much!
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Old 03-08-2013, 12:10 AM
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http://edmonton.kijiji.ca/c-buy-and-...AdIdZ462889784

So,.. it's sacked out too? That's what I've generally seen with the "seamstress owned" machines that have hit my desk so far.
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Originally Posted by ArchaicArcane View Post
http://edmonton.kijiji.ca/c-buy-and-...AdIdZ462889784

So,.. it's sacked out too? That's what I've generally seen with the "seamstress owned" machines that have hit my desk so far.
tad over priced but fully equipped
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Old 03-08-2013, 05:14 PM
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http://indianapolis.craigslist.org/art/3668408319.html
I have a Singer Quantum XL-100 sewing machine for sale. It comes with a foot control, an ugly carrying case, a BUNCH of spools of thread, needles, books on patterns, and other stuff. I don't know anything about sewing machines, so please don't ask detailed questions about it. Yes it works. If interested, reply here or call/text me at 765-620-8887. My name is Josh. Thanks and have a good day.

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Originally Posted by miriam View Post
http://indianapolis.craigslist.org/art/3668408319.html
I have a Singer Quantum XL-100 sewing machine for sale. It comes with a foot control, an ugly carrying case, a BUNCH of spools of thread, needles, books on patterns, and other stuff. I don't know anything about sewing machines, so please don't ask detailed questions about it. Yes it works. If interested, reply here or call/text me at 765-620-8887. My name is Josh. Thanks and have a good day.

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Well, at least he is asking an acceptable price!
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Old 03-08-2013, 10:44 PM
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Hey! I have a question. I've been seeing a lot of domestic "embroidery" and "Quilting" sewing machines lately, and the prices -seem- out there to me, but what's reasonable for something like that? (I'm thinking that $1k to $5k is a little much for used),... I would love an embroidery machine that didn't "suck", but I don't know how to pick one out.
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Originally Posted by ArchaicArcane View Post
Hey! I have a question. I've been seeing a lot of domestic "embroidery" and "Quilting" sewing machines lately, and the prices -seem- out there to me, but what's reasonable for something like that? (I'm thinking that $1k to $5k is a little much for used),... I would love an embroidery machine that didn't "suck", but I don't know how to pick one out.
I figure they all suck - stick with your 411G, Tammi. Then go pay to have any embroidery you want done... LOL I haven't found any embroidery I want done or I would pay someone to do it. Much cheaper than buying a machine that would make me crazy. But my guess is you just want one to take apart and play with.
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