by enchantedstitches 30 Nov 2014

Cuties: Again I am requesting for your advice. Singer Futura xl 400 is on sale for $549.00, what do you know about this machine?I have a Brother SE400 and I want to go bigger. Is it too good to be true?

Please answer ASAP, CyberMonday fever.
Thanks in advance

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Comments (10)

by free3wil 01 Dec 2014

Singer is not singer anymore, several years ago they sold out to another brand (can't remember which) but since then to me, their quality is not as good as it was way back. I learned how to sew on an old pedal machine (singer) and have had several thru the years, and was always happy with them, true work horses, but, times have changed, to me, not heavy duty as they were...i would avoid singer!!!

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by enchantedstitches 01 Dec 2014

My grandmother had one of those,I have one,a really black beauty ,but I never it because is so precious to me; memories of my early childhood.

Thanks

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by tschro66 30 Nov 2014

I WOULD NOT GO WITH THE SINGER EVEN IF IT IS A GOOD PRICE.

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by asterixsew 01 Dec 2014

welcome to cute

by enchantedstitches 01 Dec 2014

Thanks!

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by awesome1 30 Nov 2014

I, too, would pass on the Singer. Their reputation has not been sustained and I've heard a friend rant re two of them she has owned.

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by enchantedstitches 01 Dec 2014

Pass. Thanks

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by eggyannie 30 Nov 2014

if you really want to know about the singer futura then go to the group and read all the posts on it. then decide after you see what the most of the posts are about.
Personally i would not buy one but you need to make your own mind up but i suggest you do what i have adviced above

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by enchantedstitches 01 Dec 2014

I read the posts, only a few positive!

Thanks

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by asterixsew Moderator 30 Nov 2014

Don't buy a Singer. If you are near a dealer see what pre loved machines that they have. There are a lot of traded in machines at the moment and usually the dealer knows their history. Both my machines were used and came with a warranty. (One was the dealers demo machine) Let us know what you decide to do but avoid the Singer

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by asterixsew 01 Dec 2014

have you decided yet?

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by kmac 30 Nov 2014

Enchantedstitches, I've sent you a pm. k

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by 02kar Moderator 30 Nov 2014

I agree with rescuer. Do as much research as you can on the machines the dealers around you are selling and then test stitch all of the machines that interest you. Dealers offer classes (usually free) so you get to know your machine and have tech support if your machine needs servicing or when it needs to be cleaned. There will continue to be sales so don't be in a hurry to jump to get a machine.

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by graceandham 30 Nov 2014

Also, what is brand locally serviced in your area by a repairman whose work people like. There are probably 17 brands available within 40 miles of me, but only two brands that come with the good repairman and free classes for as long as it takes to understand the machine. (Plus, they offer 10% off on notions, fabric and threads for being their machine customer, FOREVER.) Anyone near Alabama, PM me and I'll PM you my favorite shop.

by enchantedstitches 01 Dec 2014

Thanks for your advice. I live in South Florida.

by jobaby 03 Dec 2014

Where is Alabama? Our dealer is ##### things a lady won't say. I tried to PM but could not figure how.

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by rescuer Moderator 30 Nov 2014

You would be better off going to a local dealer that offers support and repairs. Get a used machine with the hoops you want and a warranty -- mine was 90 days. I have had not trouble with mine. I got a used Babylock Esante.