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Bernina 1008

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A Solid No-Nonsense Awesome Machine!Read more
Bernina 1008 (Sewing Machine / Overlocker): 4.8 out of 5 stars from 4 genuine reviews on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.Read more
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Pros

  • It s also very quick and delivers precise stitches
  • it handles well and is solidly built
  • smooth

Cons

  • Very rarely a small fuse can blow
  • not accessible I have to take the machine back to the retailer for repair
  • it s pricey for a beginner
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Key specs

  • 900 stiches/min
  • yes
  • 16
  • 5
  • 5 mm mm
  • Mechanical
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Bernina 1008 - Pros & Cons

Bernina 1008

Pros

  • It s also very quick and delivers precise stitches
  • it handles well and is solidly built
  • smooth
  • effortless
  • and very efficient
  • Bernina 1008 that has served me beautifully for forty years
  • very clear cut and easy to learn
  • it has great value for the price
  • Sturdy metal construction - able to handle years of use
  • an efficient machine that delivers great designs
  • The stitch quality is excellent

Cons

  • Very rarely a small fuse can blow
  • not accessible I have to take the machine back to the retailer for repair
  • it s pricey for a beginner
  • 1008 is heavier than a little child
  • the stitch selection is a bit complicated
  • they re quite expensive
  • Bernina 1008 doesn t come with an extension table
  • have 20 built in cam patterns screaming to be used
  • 830 does not feature matching forward and reverse stitch lengths
  • is the tendency for their plastic parts to yellow
  • proprietary Old Style Feet

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Bernina 1008 - Full Specifications

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General
Product typeMechanical
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Design
Colour of productSilver,White
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Features
Displayno
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Technical details
Control type
  • Lever
  • Rotary
Sewing speed900.0 stiches/min
Buttonholeyes
Number of button holes1
Number of steps6
Number of needle positions5
Number of stitches16
Number of stitch patterns17
Stitch length5
Stitch width5 mm
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Power
Power supply typeMechanical

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Bernina 1008 Bernina - Editorial Reviews (2)

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A Solid No-Nonsense Awesome Machine!

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Published: 30.06.2020
Bernina 1008

Bernina 1008 (Sewing Machine / Overlocker): 4.8 out of 5 stars from 4 genuine reviews on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.

By giles
6 minute read

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