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should I buy a White Speedylock 1300DE??? sergers
maladresse   Beginner ON CANADA Member since 6/7/10 Posts: 8	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 2/11/13 2:14 PM Someone in my area is offering a never-used (the box has never been opened, she says) White Speedylock 1300DE serger. She's asking $200. 1) Should I buy a machine for which parts are not available? There can't have been a lot of 1300s around, and I can't even find out which other White models it would be compatible with. 2) Is $200 a reasonable price? I don't own a serger. I've only used one in my sewing classes (finishing edges on wovens, seaming knits). So I'm a serger newbie. Judging by the picture on the box, it's a pretty simple-looking serger: 3/4 threads, two dials, two slots with vertical dials at the top. Here are the details: • 3-4 thread serger • Adjustable length and width • Differential Feed • Built in rolled hem • Blind hem foot included • Foot control and power cord • Easy colour coded threading system • Instruction video included Complete with all accessories and manual.
Kristine Kay Advanced MI USA Member since 4/3/07 Posts: 188	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 2/11/13 3:26 PM You can buy a brand new serger for that price. Costco had a Singer for $199 and a Brother for $220. Whose to say the seller didn't re-tape the box closed? I would make sure the machine works properly and the offer $150. As a beginner, I think a serger helps makes sewing more enjoyable. Finished seams make beautiful garments and servers make working with knits so nice. Good luck! Kristine in Michigan ------ When life gets you down... Just Keep Sewing! www.kbdesigns74.blogspot.com
schmammy   Intermediate TX USA Member since 12/5/06 Posts: 467	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 2/12/13 10:14 AM A plethora of PR sewists are quite pleased with the performance of the Brother 1034D which can be bought for around $200. There is a really active thread on this Board devoted solely to this serger. My suggestion is that your $200 would be much better spent on the Brother 1034D. Good luck with serging! You will LOVE it! ------ Indecision may or may not be my problem. -Jimmy Buffet http://chihuahuaonmylap.blogspot.com/
nicegirl Intermediate DC USA Member since 5/10/06 Posts: 1611	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 2/12/13 10:17 AM I had a White Speedylock bought used. I can't remember the model. It was a perfectly fine serger, but I think $200 is way too high. I'd agree with the suggestion to go for the Brother 1034D if $200 is your budget. (I eventually upgraded to a Juki, which I got for about $350--highly recommend if it's in your budget.) ------ http://theslapdashsewist.blogspot.com ================= 2007: purchased 115+, sewed 105+ So close to parity, yet so far Trying again in 2008 Yards purchased: 133 Yards sewn: Somewhere around 95 2009? I give up
HeyJane   Intermediate PA USA Member since 5/18/05 Posts: 214	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 2/12/13 7:36 PM I recently sold a White Speedylock 1600 (got $50) and replaced it with a Brother 1034D. The Brother is a much better serger than the Speedylock was. That seller's price sounds way too high and if you're going to spend $200 I would definitely get the Brother...they're much easier to thread and they perform better IMO.
Miss Fairchild   Advanced USA Member since 8/24/02 Posts: 6990	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 2/13/13 8:34 PM Okay, I'm going to be the "red haired stepchild" here. I have a Singer 14J250 serger. I paid about $300 for it, but I believe it's less now. I've had a White Superlock 734DS, and it was such a quiet machine! But I sold it. Why? Because I too was concerned about parts for it. But I understand it's still running smooth--wherever it is. Back to the Singer. I really like mine and researched a lot of models before I bought. I like the fact that it opens out to clean and thread. And, I got three feet in the bargain. The stitch finger is incredibly easy to remove; I don't have to remove a throat plate like some other models. And (drum roll, please..) tonight it serged up a grand piano cover. How's that for strength? ------ "We don't impose our rhythm on Nature. The key is to respect and live within Her." Jean-Charles Boisset, Winemaker "And no, now that you asked, I didn't enjoy that play one bit, and I'd like a refund" Signed, Mrs. Lincoln My Etsy shop: auntmaymesattic My blog: auntmaymesattic.wordpress.com Avatar: First place award for jacket at county fair

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