Features:

  • 2/3/4 Thread serger with automatic rolled hem
  • Color coded threading breakaway looper external adjustment for stitch length and differential feed
  • Powerful knife system with dedicated drive mechanism. Sewing Speed: Max. 1500 spm
  • Sews light to heavy weight fabric. Max. Stitch Length- 4mm
  • Safety Switch machine will not run when swing cover is open.Differential Feed:0.7 : 2.0 Ratio
Love this thing!

To give you a background, I have been sewing for over 30 years and I run a small business making items out of jean material, cork and vinyl fabric, upholstery fabric, and just your everyday run of the mill quilting fabric. I was searching for a serger to replace my used Singer one which was giving me so many problems. I couldn't wait to get this thing to make my purses and aprons. Boy was I pleasantly surprised. I knew the Juki name was a fantastic one: I have an industrial Juki DLL8700 and I can't say enough about that machine, but I digress. So I already had a very high opinion about the company's quality. This machine was easy to thread, easy to adjust, lightweight, and easy to use. I use it for just about every purse, apron, bag, or anything else that I sew. It cuts like a dream, even through two layers of cork fabric without a problem and through three layers of jean material. I abuse this thing and it still works like a dream! I've had this machine for close to three years and I've only serviced it once by a professional to keep well oiled and cleaned out. Otherwise, I do it myself. It's THAT easy. You will not regret getting this serger and I don't say this often about something I purchase. I highly recommend this machine.

Juki Serger finishes first in my book!

This is a delightful addition to my embroidery machine and straight stitch machines! It works great and I did what people suggested on here by taking a picture of the threading before I started to use it! The feedback comments on this Juki machine were very helpful in making my decision to buy this. They pointed out some valid factors to consider with this purchase, such as the tension numbers factory settings is extremely important to write down when you first take it out of the box. I own another babylock that I didn't do that with and have always had problems with the thread tensions because of that, even after paying for servicing. I sew all the time and even was blessed to have my dress appear on TV this last month and in a fashion Show in Vegas! It is a great buy for the money and lots of fun for any project!

In LOVE

Newer to sewing ( only about a year), and have never ever serged a single thing before this evening. Spent hours (and hours) lusting after Baby Locks on youtube. Realized after seeing just the preowned prices that I will always buy a new car instead of a serger... and readjusted my thinking to one that matched reality. My subsequent hours of research led me to choose the Juki over the Brother, Singer or Janome. I received the machine today. I threaded it immediately. I DID watch many videos on the topic, and am a visual learner. I successfully threaded in about 5 mins, and test stitched with no issues with tension after. I will note that I have no children, excellent vision, a lot of "free time" and a large workspace. These factors may have made the whole deal easier for me, but I am telling you- this thing is unreal. I literally kissed it before I pried myself away from her to go to bed at 1 am. I sew almost exclusively with knits, and within 30 minutes of ownership, JUKI has changed my life. The feel of the machine is dense, compact, quality. Like a super expensive industrial thing. Nothing frilly or brittle or wobbly or shaky. Just - hardcore. YET- friendly and sexy and enjoyable to touch. I HIGHLY suggest you give this amazing machine a try, even if (like me) you have to spend a bit longer watching youtube videos abut it whilst you save up for her.

New to sergering....but loving it

Received my Juki serger this afternoon. I watched a couple of you tube videos on threading procedures in anticipation of its arrival. Though i was probably pretty clumsy i was able to thread it without difficulty. I had cut out a top from a knit fabric i had on hand so after testing on a cotton scrap to make sure my stitch was ok i tackled changing needles and adjusting differential. Took a couple of tries on a sample to eliminate wave along edge but it wasnt complicated. Finished my top in no time. Machine is quiet and suction cups on bottom keep machine in place. Have a lot to learn on seging techniques and options but going to love this machine.

First Time Serger User

There is a great review from a long-time serger user, however,I thought it might be helpful to give you the impressions from a first-time user. First off, I ordered the machine "used-like new" from the warehouse deals. It was $368 and it came in its original package; the only thing that was missing was the original thread. I was disappointed at first, because I was hoping to see how it was threaded right out of the factory. It still had the grey thread tangled in the loopers which made me hang my head even lower, thinking "looks like the previous owner had issues with the stitch, threading, or loopers". I bought the book Successful Serging: From Setup to Simple and Specialty Stitches in advance because I had read that the user manual is not all that user friendly. I was determined to brace the threading storm and get acquainted with the machine at once. The user manual is actually not bad at all. I managed to get the Juki threaded correctly on my first try-the key is to make sure the loopers just cross after the lower looper snaps back in place. I also made sure the tension dials were at 1 when I threaded it and when it purred to life the overlock it produced was impressive. The lower looper need a slight tweak, but that was it. The booklet has one downfall though: it does not speak about how to produce a flatlock seam; no biggie, I have the book and there are plenty of tutorials available online. I decided to change it to a 3-thread overlock and it was a breeze. Threading the second time around was even easier, and in retrospect I was so apprehensive of something that turned out to be quite easy. The knives cut through various material nicely, the machine purrs, it runs very smoothly, it does not move at all-overall my first impression is excellent. I am used to working with a bright LED light on my Brother sewing machine, something this Juki does not have. It is a regular old light source, bright, but different to LEDs. Also, something that I did not read in the description but this machine has is a thread cutter, right at the back of the presser foot. I will edit this review in a few weeks when I have used the serger more extensively. So far, my first impression as a first time user is a very good one! FYI, I am using it with regular Maxi Lock thread and Maxi Lock Stretch thread. ***Update 06/15/13*** I have used the Juki for over 4 months now, and I still absolutely love it. By now, threading has become a quick and painless effort. The knive cut through 6 layers of cotton batting and 2 layers of denim, but I was pushing the knives limit there. However, I think any home machine would be put to the test sewing through 8 layers, 6 of which are thick cotton batting. Overall I am very pleased with this Juki. The differential feed makes sewing knits an actually enjoyable thing; the switch to rolled hem is basically removing a needle and moving the small lever to the front. The tension dials work reliably as well. I now know my settings (5 for the needles and 4,5 for the loopers) and except for small adjustments here and there, it stitches as really nice overlock. Frankly, I don't think you can go wrong with a Juki. This thing really is a powerhorse!

Love it!

I upgraded to this Juki from my Brother 1034D and couldn't be happier. It's smooth and a lot quieter. Threading takes a little practice, but after a few times, you can do it in a couple of minutes. One tip - make sure you pull the thread tightly into your tension dials. I couldn't get my tension correct until I figured that little bit out. A couple of cons - I've found that I have to turn the differential feed all the way up on knit fabrics or it really pulls the fabric & makes it wavy. I find this so strange. It should typically be at neutral. Secondly, how is there not a bin for scraps?!! I've tried fitting my brother tray in there, but it doesn't work very well. Still, it was a much needed upgrade and I love everything else about the machine.

Don't hesitate, buy it!!!!

So I debated on getting a Brother or a Juki. I AM SO GLAD I GOT THE JUKI!!! This machine is awesome. I unboxed it and watched a video on threading it twice, then went for it. So far I've played with a few types of fabric. I played with cotton, jersey, and denim and this machine had me smiling the whole way through. This is my 1st serger and its a very sturdy machine. I watched videos on multiple machines before I made my decision. Glad I held out and saved for this one. This machine is great!!!!

Love this Serger!

I do alterations and need a machine that produces a nice rolled hem on knits and t-shirt fabrics to replace my vintage Singer 14U34B which is just giving out. When I started researching I looked at the BabyLock Evolution but was not impressed with the quality of the rolled hem or the price (which was even a sale price!) and actually wound up purchasing an industrial Juki MO-6604 which does a beautiful rolled hem and the price of the industrial, compared to BabyLock - well -- there's just no comparison. I also used my Singer for simple 3-Thread Overlock edges rather than having to switch over my industrials, so I purchased this Juki MO-654de serger in the hope the quality would be the same as the Juki industrials. (My industrial dealer sells the MO-644D to cleaners but I wanted this particular model) I am EXTREMELY impressed with the sturdiness, stitch quality and price of this machine! The rolled hem is just as beautiful as my industrial and threading is no more difficult than my vintage Singer. It handles MaxiLock and Wooly Nylon thread beautifully. It arrived promptly and I could not be more pleased. I highly recommend this machine and this seller.

Having fun.

I am brand new to serging and haven't used a sewing machine in years but am looking for new hobbies now that the kids are out of the house. I think this has been a very good choice for me as a complete beginner. The manual takes some close reading but all that you need to get started is in there as long as you have some patience.The machine arrived threaded but in my enthusiasm I tried to serge a bit of fabric and promptly broke the threads because of course they were secured to the pressure knob on top and not attached to spinning spools of thread! (Ha ha! as I said, I really am a beginner.) After some careful research, I succeeded in threading it again but, like one of the one star reviews on here, couldn't get it to make a seam without turning up the tension knobs and then it still wasn't right. I decided it was probably me rather than the machine and went online where I found the brilliant suggestion to check that the thread was fully in the tension discs and indeed a couple of threads were gently draped around rather than in the coils. With that simple adjustment and back to the recommended tension I produced my first beautiful four thread overlock seam. After the initial learning curve, threading this machine is relatively easy. I found a threading chart online because the ones in the book (and inside the machine) were way too small for me to see what was going on, On closer inspection there is a slight difference in the last bit right before you thread the needles between the online chart and what's in the manual. For this bit, the manual is correct: both needles' threads share the last loop. I also purchased The Complete Serger Handbook by Chris James which is helpful, but actually becomes more helpful as you get more familiar with the machine. Next, I followed the manual and finished a rolled hem on a dress I'd thought I'd try to shorten by hand and had had pinned up for over a year. It took me just a few minutes and I am thrilled! Next I bought my first Craftsy class: Beginner Serging with Amy Alan. This probably should have been step one. I am finding it really helpful and am enjoying learning some of the many things the serger can be used for. It's fun to experiment with different fabrics and make notes of all the tensions for each. This machine takes universal sewing machine needles #11 and can take #14s for heavier fabrics. I haven't tried heavy fabrics yet but read that you're supposed to put the bigger needle on the Left. Perhaps you can replace both with the #14s but that will be for a later experiment. You can buy extra feet for this machine, but I don't think I'm going to need those for some time because the foot it comes with does all of what I need for now. All in all, I couldn't be happier with this purchase. I am really having fun with it.

BEST starter SERGER! my mom said it's even better than some industrial ones :)

I realize if rules are not followed, it doesn’t work well. I did a video on how to thread on YouTube my name is ilovehandmadestuff on there i wanted a serger and wanted to get one locally so i didn't have to wait. I was going to get a jernome/babylock but my mom wouldn't let me since she used to serge for a living and said Juki is the best brand out there. My aunt who lives in nyc said my cousin's got her this and said it's very smooth. I can see why! :) its also a great size and can fit in a corner anywhere! :) SO happy i finally got it! :) I support this machine 100% i just made a printer cover and converted a pair of old jeans to a skirt :-D YAY! now i just need to learn how to read patterns and I'm set.

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