Seems to be a quality machine. I’ll let you know next year. It replaces a Janome 100 that was close in price from sewing store but had a number of issues over last eight years.
I finally decided to purchase a new machine after my other 27-year-old Singer started to slow down. What a big difference. This one seems to have a lot more horsepower and some improved features. It's slightly smaller than my older machine (which I like) and is quieter. I should mention the speed. It is three times faster than my other machine -- which makes sewing so efficient. For an intermediate level seamstress like me, this machine is perfect!
I like the machine and really haven't done enough to rate it. I gave the rating 4 stars and would have given 5 if there were clear directions on what bobbin is recommended. If I would have thought about the instruction manual I would have rated lower, the manual is in French, Spanish, and English without separation. You have to print all 70(?) pages and sort it out.
I’m not a professional but I do enjoy sewing in my spare time. My mom and sister are seamstresses so, I learned a few things watching them. These are just a few of the features that I love on the Heavy Duty 4452. It has all the bells and whistles, easy to change presser foot, bobbin drops in and so many different stitches. I’m loving it! My only issues are 1) the pedal is a bit cheesy, it’s made of light weight plastic instead of metal. 2) It only comes with a quick guide so, if you really need to figure out a feature on the machine you have to download and print the manual online. Other than that, I love it.
Very helpful to view online tutorials. I’ve been sewing for years and picked up a few tips. Wish they provided a paper manual with the machine (you can print one yourself from the website). Need a little more Info on specifications, ie “class”of bobbin so I can purchase more and instructions for changing presser feet.
I like my machine so far. The video tutorials are great. I have a Singer from the 80’s that still works but wanted a little more updated machine. I like the extra features on this one and was pleasantly surprised at all the accessories that came with it. I was told by a sewing shop that the new Singer machines are terrible. But so far mine is fine.