poll: used Bernina 802 or new Janome 521?

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- ginam
  
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16 years ago

Sun, Dec 30, 2007 4:01 AM

Hi! I'm hoping you can help with your opinions. I have some Christmas money dedicated to a sewing machine. My options are (original plan) a new Janome Sewist 521, OR a beautiful used Bernina 802. The Janome is $225, and the Bernina is $499. I don't really have an extra $275 to part with, but could pay if over the next couple of months if it's worth it. The problem is that I don't know if it is. I'm very new to sewing, and while I don't want to get frustrated with a crummy bottom-rung machine, I also don't want to over-invest. ANY and ALL opinions welcome! Thanks!! Gina

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- Kay Lancaster
  
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16 years ago

Sun, Dec 30, 2007 10:42 PM

I have no opinions one way or the other, as neither is a brand that I've particularly enjoyed. However, one thing that may sway the choice one way or the other: have you priced accessory feet for both machines?

Kay

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16 years ago

Mon, Dec 31, 2007 12:25 AM

Suck it and see! ;)

No, really... You need to try them both and see which you prefer. My personal choice would be the Bernina, but I love them of old and have yet to find a Janome I'd give house room to. That's not to say there isn't one or will never be one, just that I have yet to find it. On the other hand, I'd never pass up a decent pre-loved Bernina...