Beautiful! I have an old Bernina Record 730 that I've had for 20 years now. I bought it from a passionate Bernina specialist who serviced it every year. It has everything and still works like a dream. It has it's original solid carry case, booklet with original stamp and signature, several different feet and brush, bobbins etc, and some mettler threads thrown in too. It cost me just over £100 at the time. I bought it when I started my university textile design degree and it's been fantastic. Still smooth, solid and I've never had any issues. I do treat it with respect though, as you should for such an iconic Swiss machine. It's due another service so you're video has nudged me to get onto it - thanks ☺️
@randyyoursewingmachineman9954
2 ай бұрын
You’re welcome. That’s an awesome Bernina for sure. The classic platforms are trouble free and durable. You are correct about keeping it regularly serviced. That’s the key to its successful longevity. It’s also nice to know that it’s value has increased (X 7) in twenty years. Who knew that you are such a clever investor? 😎👍
@robotbuster1487
3 ай бұрын
I will put this Bernina model on my list of machines to look for. Randy, I have a story of failure and triumph to share. I found a Griest "The Button Holer" [as it is labeled, from 1966] and fastened it to my Singer 237. Makes a great button hole. .Very well build device. I have my Singer 237 mounted in a wooden box/pallet/tuffet ,, whatever you wanna call it, with hinges so I can tip it back. I bet I dont have to finish this, you already know what happen, dont you, Randy? Without thinking, I tipped the machine back with The Button Holer installed, and bent my presser foot shaft😢. The Singer 360 Fashion Mate parts machine I have mentioned before rescued the Singer 237. The presser foot shaft of the 360 was a nearly direct replacement for the 237. Both machines are Italian, must be an Italian thing.😊 The Griest Button Holer took it like a champ. Its fine.
@randyyoursewingmachineman9954
3 ай бұрын
Been there. Done that. Have the t-shirt. Genius in training.
@2tana22
3 ай бұрын
I love learning about these cool old machines through your knowledge and know how, I don’t even know how to sew and I want one ha ha
@randyyoursewingmachineman9954
3 ай бұрын
And now, when you happen onto one and it’s being sold for a ridiculously low price, you can buy it and have a great machine to learn to sew on. Knowledge is power. Be powerful. 😎😎
@robeng6231
2 ай бұрын
These Bernina 830 machines have the best design for user maintenance. The top flips up on a hinge, the needle bar area flips open on a hinge,, the cover over the hook area pops out with a lever release, the bottom cover comes off with one screw, and the side plate under the handwheel comes off with one screw. Every area that needs to be cleaned and oiled is easily accessible to any user, without fuss or bother. The Kenmore 158 series are relatively good too, but the side cover at the handwheel end is usually a nightmare to get off. Another nice thing about the Bernina 830 is that the motor is not underneath the machine, so it's not getting oil dripping onto it from the mechanism above. The belts are out of the way too, so they're not at risk of oil dripping on them either. There is no other machine out there that is easier to maintain, and that's probably why they do get maintained, and work so well. In terms of performance, they're very fast and very smooth and quiet. It's surprising for an oscillating hook machine. They're powerful too. The only weak spots compared to the Kenmore 158 series is the lack of easily adjustable foot pressure, and the lack of reversing special stitches. The Bernina does have a limited range of presser foot pressure adjustment, but it needs to be done with a screwdriver, and there's no way to determine what the pressure is. The Kenmore's are definitely the better value for money, and a lot easier to find, but if you see a deal on the Bernina, then .....
@randyyoursewingmachineman9954
2 ай бұрын
I can’t disagree with anything you said. You are absolutely correct and obviously well versed on both machines. Spot on evaluation of the situation.I appreciate your valuable and knowledgeable input. 😎👍
@robeng6231
2 ай бұрын
@@randyyoursewingmachineman9954 Most of what I know I learned from your videos, or was inspired to learn from your videos. They're both entertaining and educational, which is a winning combination in my book. Keep 'em coming, they're so addictive!
@randyyoursewingmachineman9954
2 ай бұрын
@@robeng6231 thanks. I appreciate that you’re watching. 😎👍🏼
@likes-a-bargin9735
2 ай бұрын
Thanks. Yep I smell everything.. I’m always smelling stuff others don’t smell. The machine is new to me, but I’m not sure where it was stored before I bought it. I already had to scrub some of the metal parts to remove the smell, I think the wick is the last piece to attend to. Good suggestion though just to keep the area oiled. As always I really appreciate the suggestion.
@randyyoursewingmachineman9954
2 ай бұрын
If there’s not such of a thing as aromatic sewing machine oil, maybe there should be. 😎👍🏼
@likes-a-bargin9735
2 ай бұрын
😂😂😂😂😂
@dank-365
3 ай бұрын
I like it, catch you one day ..
@randyyoursewingmachineman9954
2 ай бұрын
I have three of them if you can’t act quickly. The other two don’t have the knee lift. ( less $$$) You can find knee lifts online fortunately, if that’s a concern. Some people like the knee lift feature, others don’t.
@ninjananagardner7672
2 ай бұрын
Wow ! You won’t have that long at that price !
@randyyoursewingmachineman9954
2 ай бұрын
You are correct. I have the price below market average because I have several Berninas (6) and I need the space in my shop. I can barely move around, so they have to go. Either that or put their names on the mailbox, and make this their home.😂😂😎👍
@ronalddevine9587
3 ай бұрын
Nice machine. Rotary or oscillating hook? Can it sew through denim?
@randyyoursewingmachineman9954
3 ай бұрын
Same oscillating hook and bobbin case as a 158 Kenmore. It probably has the same capabilities on leather and denim.
@randyyoursewingmachineman9954
3 ай бұрын
@@marief9858 it’s pretty good in that regard. 😎👍🏼
@robeng6231
2 ай бұрын
Hi Randy I bought an 830 Record Electronic just over a week ago locally. I think the "Electronic" part is just the foot pedal, since everything else is all mechanical. I did have to work a bit at the zig zag to get it moving, and now it seems to be working fine, except for the buttonhole system. The button hole usually fails on the 3rd stop (reverse stitching). It seems that it is not reversing as far as it stitches forward. I can get it to reverse if I use a longer stitch length, but then the forward stitching is too spaced out. Any suggestions on what to look for?
@randyyoursewingmachineman9954
2 ай бұрын
You’re correct about the foot control being the only thing that’s electronic. When I make a buttonhole, I put the stitch length lever in a position that makes forward and return (step 3) match. It may take a couple tries, but they have a sweet spot where that will happen.
@robeng6231
2 ай бұрын
@@randyyoursewingmachineman9954 Thanks for the suggestion. I'll try experimenting with the stitch length.
@randyyoursewingmachineman9954
2 ай бұрын
@@robeng6231 😎👍🏼
@michaelbean739
3 ай бұрын
Hey Randy, Is there a Singer machine you would like to own. And how do you acquire your machines, no shipping no receiving. Always great videos. Thanks Mike.
@randyyoursewingmachineman9954
3 ай бұрын
The Singers I would own, I’ve done many videos about. All the slantamatics: 401-A, 403, 404, 500-A, 503, 301, etc.
@randyyoursewingmachineman9954
3 ай бұрын
Mike, I acquire them like everyone else pretty much. I’m constantly on the hunt for classic Kenmore and Singer machines, and an occasional Bernina if it’s an 830 or equivalent. Estate sales, garage sales, pawn shops, online classifieds. There’s no telling where a machine will present itself.
@michaelbean739
3 ай бұрын
@@randyyoursewingmachineman9954 Thanks for always answering my questions. I recently purchased a 188k1 looks save able. Please tell again how you rate peoples skill level. Heard you talk about in on a previous video. Thanks Mike.
@randyyoursewingmachineman9954
3 ай бұрын
@@michaelbean739 I don’t remember referencing people’s skill level. Was it relative to their sewing skills, machine servicing skills?
@michaelbean739
3 ай бұрын
@@randyyoursewingmachineman9954 machine skills. I think you remarked about skill capabilities, it was to the point,that caught my ringing ears attention. What a person should know.
@likes-a-bargin9735
2 ай бұрын
This is kinda off topic, but do you have any video of how to change the oil wick in a handwheel? I have acquired a Necchi BU and a Necchi BU Mira and the handwheel wick smells moldy. I would send the machine to you for repair but I live too far away. Thanks
@randyyoursewingmachineman9954
2 ай бұрын
Oil it and don’t worry about it. If your olfactory sensors are so precise that you can determine a moldy smell on a hand wheel oil wick, you might want to do, is get a job at one of the high tech perfume manufacturers as a fragrance detector. I hear they get paid the big bucks.😂 Seriously though, I don’t have a video on that, because it’s not something I would ever do. There may be a video out there covering that. If you oil it, it will lubricate the hand wheel. If you remove it because the smell is unbearable, then you’ll have to add a drop of oil every year or so to make sure the hand wheel spins without squeaking when you wind the bobbin. That feature is engineering overkill anyway, it’s totally unnecessary and removing it completely won’t matter one bit. Pro tip: they sell those car air fresheners at Auto Zone. L. O. L. 😂👍
@kaitlyngipson5748
2 ай бұрын
Hey! I have watched several of your videos and they are great! I am having issues with my bobbin case and was wondering if there was anyway I could email you or contact you for help with my machine!
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