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Sewing Performance
Customers have generally positive opinions on the sewing performance of the Brother Jx2517 Lightweight and Full Size Sewing Machine, with some expressing satisfaction as a first-time user or beginner. The machine is praised for its ease of use, ability to handle various fabrics, and being a good starter machine. However, some customers have noted limitations in handling thicker materials and the presence of plastic parts.
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Durability
Customers have mixed feelings regarding the durability of this sewing machine. While some report it to be lightweight yet robust and functioning well, others have experienced issues with certain parts breaking down after a few months of use.
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Quality
Tolerances seem good, plastic parts are thick, etc.
The machine is very lightweight but durable and really gets the job done.
It feels like a quality machine, not like it's going to break in a week.
This thing is super sensitive and feels like it has only two speeds, stop and waitpleaseslowdownthisisntwhatiwanted.
Price
For the price, i really think it's fantastic.
This machine is so worth it's price and more.
I purchased this machine at walmart on sale for about $60.
I just purchased it from walmart for 69.
Shipping
On time and way better than i expected.
Packaging/appearance
So, i packed it back up and returned it.
I ordered this item as "refurbished" and it was brand new in package.
Competitiveness
I have no other sewing machine experience to compare it to, however as a first time user of these machines i am very satisfied ... Read More
She said she likes this one better than the more expensive one her children bought her for her birthday this year.
I have no baseline for comparison with this review, so take it for what it's worth.
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- Our engine has analyzed and discovered that 40.0% of the reviews are reliable.
- This product had a total of 161 reviews as of our last analysis date on Oct 25 2024.
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Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Ive had it for years and it can do just about anything but serge
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But i got mine from walmart this exact design and all ofr just 70
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So im just a little confused about this price point
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The instruction manual is clearly written which is not always the case
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The plastic spool holder and presser foot lever seem a bit flimsy and the cord to the foot pedal could be longer it barely reaches the floor from my table
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Let me first start off by saying that i am a historical reenactor and as such i had the needs of a reenactor to consider when i purchased a sewing machine for the first time
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I knew that i needed a machine that would be able to handle heavy wool linen and other fabrics that will potentially kill a lesser machine
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I had only sewn in high school and that was 10 years ago
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