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I recently replaced my Mom's 1960's era Singer machine (that weighs about a thousand pounds) with this one. We are using the Brother to sew masks. So far, its functioning very well. It is quite different from the Singer, so I am having a bit of a learning curve with a new machine and the placement of features. Getting used tothe threading and the bobbin winding will take me some time to learn-it does seem a bit complicated. When I did the bobbin winding, it got wound around the spindle towards the end and I had to unwind it be hand-so a bit of a pain for me. The needle threading instuctions were inadequate and so was very frustrating to try to make it work, but I finally did it. Its faster for me to just do it manually! The light is not as bright as the Singer so I use a lamp nearby for more light. There are a lot of accessories included and a great place to store them-rhat is a real plus. I like the idea of a handle on top, but its a bit awkward with the thread holder/spindle in the middle of it-but that is minor. It will hold a large spool of thread as it can move up and down to accomodate the size of spool. Has a cap that keeps it from flying off the spool-thats a great feature. It sews several thicknesses of fabric and elastic pretty well and feeding thru ok with a bit of coaxing. So over all a great sewing machine that I would recommend.Read full review
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I have to get use to the plastic accessories. I like the way it sews though.It's a bit complicated for me and I spend too much of my time studying the video.I have tried several time to operate my buttonhole device but to no avail. I really need to operate my button hold device. that''s my biggest concern
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sales points are sometimes exaggerated, and products do not perform. So far this one is easy to thread and sews properly. The backstitch lever is a little primative but it works. Threading is similar to my other Brother machine. The presser foot lift lever could raise the foot a little higher, but it's OK
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Have not sewn in 20 years - and then I was repairing party tents. This machine is tough and easy to use. Sewing 4-6 oz leather knife sheaths; denim jean hems; making canvass haversacks, and starting buckskins for rendezvous. This machine has not hesitated to punch its way through. And I have only had the machine a couple weeks. Strongly recommend for anyone with some heavy duty jobs.
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My wife loves this heavy duty machine. No problem with mending my Levi’s. It went through quadruple seams like butter. Just like her fancy Brother machine but with amazing “horsepower”. Definitely a nice machine to have for the rugged leather and denim repairs.
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