Janome 1600P-DB Mechanical Sewing Machine

Pros: Heavy duty, VERY fast, Needle up/down, Longer arm = more quilting space

Cons: Challenging thread path, Special needles, BOBBIN PLACEMENT!!!

The Bottom Line: This is a great machine for quilters and light industrial sewers - especially those with small hands!

Review: I bought this machine as part of a package deal with a quilting frame (the Little Gracie II). I usually use it to do quilting on the frame, but have done a little piecing with it.

The Janome 1600P-DB is one of three nearly identical...

Pros: good price, fast stitching, large neck for the quilt

Cons: difficult to set tension or insert needles

Review: I purchased this machine on line with a Grace Quilting frame. I have had a difficult time inserting the round needles (no flat side) and difficult time finding them in stores. Finally I use a needle holder to position the needle while inserting it...