Make sure you buy your needles from a trusted manufacturer. For example, Schmetz is a well-known brand for quality. salesperson said they sell a lot of Brother 2104D’s, but the build quality isn’t as good as other machines. I timed how long it took 2 people on Youtube to thread the lower loopers of the Brother 4234Dand Janome 8002D. (The videos are by Ken’s Sewing Centerand Syakademiet). The 2104d has electronic speed control for maximum needle penetration even at slow speeds. Its other features include. To adjust the thread tension there is a thread tension dial for each needle thread, the lower looper thread and the upper looper thread. Retractable Knife Blade

Brother 2104D Overlocker Machine – The Sewing Studio

These are all the result of cost-saving decisions the manufacturer has to make for a budget product. Colour-coded threading, although I think Brother has a more detailed and helpful design than some brands.

The 3034DWT is a good choice for sewers who just want the main 3 or 4 thread stitches, easy threading, and don’t want to spend too much. Lot’s of freebies It would be nice if there was space for the brush because you’ll need it often, but it’s not a deal-breaker.

2104D Overlocker | Brother

At 5 – 6 mm high, the 2104D will be able to get even more underneath. What can fit under a 4mm high presser foot? 8 layers of medium to heavy weight denim (each fold is 2 layers). I’m using the Brother 4234d, not 2104d. It also features a switch-able knife, to cut/trim off while stitching or not. Easy lay in threading with tension release for correct threading. Adjustable stitch length control and adjustable differential feed mechanism to allow for the gathering of fabric or sewing with stretch fabric. All of the adjustable dials are on the right-hand side of the machine now compared with the older models where the dials are on the left, this enables you to adjust without having to move your sewing project out of the way to get to the dials.

We at Discount Sewing offer FREE local delivery on all our sewing and embroidery machines. This delivery service covers all surrounding counties; Surrey, Hampshire, Berkshire, Sussex and Greater London. We are a family run business and have operated for 50+ years in the Surrey area. At our shop you can view lots of machines, new and second hand, and we can demonstrate any machine you might see here for you. Along with this, if you buy any machine from us you get free lessons for life at our shop and we cover the warranty. You can also part exchange your old machine for a discount of a new one. The Brother 4234D has the same lower looper design as the 2104D, and the Janome model has an older lower looper design. THE RESULTS: The 4234Dis a good choice for sewers who want more stitch options, easy threading, and sturdier build quality. 2/3/4 threads Both only come with the standard foot and no waste tray. My 3 Best Buys all came with more accessories.