111W155 modern equivalent

[Willie0]

Just to bring closure to this thread, I bought a 1508 H-10 from Artisan.  They were the closest dealer to me and were very detailed in answering my questions.  The machine is just what I wanted.

[nylonRigging]

2 hours ago, Willie0 said:

Just to bring closure to this thread, I bought a 1508 H-10 from Artisan.  They were the closest dealer to me and were very detailed in answering my questions.  The machine is just what I wanted.

Hey.. was that in-stock @ Artisan  ? , or did you order it up  ? .
if ordered for build and delivery , how long was the wait , ( months ) till was here in Frisco. US Port of entry/customs for there pick-up to the Artisan shop  .

Have bought a couple of machines from them in past, and they were always GTG for info and fast shipping to truck hub up I-5 here in Portland .
Was thinking of ordering something specific from them , but was unsure with all the International shipping delays, what the ( Real Life Del. time ) was this year ?

.....thanks
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[Willie0]

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They had it in stock but had to adjust and put it together, so maybe a week and a half.  I had bought a Juki from another CA dealer unassembled a few years ago based on price alone.  Buying this one basically assembled was definitely the way to go for me.

 

[Willie0]

I might add that this one did not have the oil bath pan.  Also it has the adjustable step knob on the top of the machine.

The difference in the amount of bobbin thread this machine holds compared to the 111W is wonderful.

[nylonRigging]

you were taling about Artisan . forgot.. was going to mention also have that Artisan 1541 , as well as their duel drive post, and the 3200 .

The motor they use on that 1541 is a brushless servo, with a tiny around 30mm 35mm pulley. the motor is strong, machine runs great .. but ( personal opinion ) I think the Consew ' like a 206rb ' is smoother machine to run. definitely the Consew bobbin assembly/mechanics are more user friendly to.

But the Juki copy/1541 is a good machine that has been made for a lot of years. lots of presser feet sets to choose from also.

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