Overlocks are very useful for professional sewing when sewing over the edges of products.
Overlock by the principle of operation resembles a conventional sewing machine, however, it has a more complex device, so use only models from reliable manufacturers.
Swiss brand Bernina has a long history and rich experience in the manufacture of sewing household appliances. Each Bernina overlock is of high quality and advanced features.
Features
The technique of this brand is different multifunctionality. Often Bernina models have various devices that expand the capabilities of the devices. The level of automation is high, which significantly increases the degree of comfort, eliminating the need to manually thread the thread and adjust its tension. There are models combining overlock and carpet, which allows you to perform professional stitching seams.
Advantages and disadvantages
Although multifunctionality is a serious advantage of Bernin lanes, not all professionals like the combination of many operations in one machine - some prefer to separately purchase an overlock, a sewing machine, a carpet. In addition, among the minuses of Bernina, you can name the price: this is not the cheapest equipment.
Model Overview
The brand provides the widest selection of models for every taste.
- Bernina 880 - A convenient model that is well suited for beginners. Allows to sew with a 2-thread role seam. Users note the ease of tuning the machine, low noise, the ability to work with many types of fabric.
Now models of this type are produced under the marking of Bernina 880DL.
- Suitable for high-quality and fast work Bernina Bernette B44 Funlock. With the available differential when working with 2, 3 and 4 threads, this model provides comfort and breadth of possibilities. Performs 15 types of operations.
- Overlocks Bernina 870 and Bernina 870D less universal than the previous one: perform only 7 different operations. However, they are well suited for the home, as they are simple and comfortable, work without noise.
- Professionals are advised to evaluate the possibilities Bernina B48. Its versatility is really impressive: it is possible to sew in 2, 3, 4 and 5 threads, to perform 23 different types of seams. The parameters of the stitch, thread tension and fabric clamp are adjustable.
- Bernina 800DL suitable for beginners. The model is conveniently configured for any task, has a simple threading system. Using the Lay-In-System, you can correctly thread the thread without unnecessary effort.
- From cheaper models it is popular Bernina 880D, which at a low price allows you to work with 2 threads, has the function of automatically threading the lower looper, which greatly simplifies the work.
- Bernina 1150MDA It features convenient adjustment of thread tension and stitch length. It has an automatic needle threader; the foot can be retracted if necessary. Allows you to simulate a stitch seam.
- Of the new generation overlocks worth mentioning Bernina L450. With a micro-regulator of thread, a 5-step regulator of pressure on the fabric, this model really provides a new level of comfort and quality of sewing. Very easy to configure.
- Bernina L460 possesses all the qualities of the previous model. In addition, this overlock provides high speed - 1,500 stitches per minute - while maintaining unsurpassed quality. Equipped with an electric pedal, LED backlight.
- Bernina 610D It has an average cost, much cheaper than the previous model. At the same time, this overlock is reliable and convenient, supports 13 types of operations, and can work with thick tissue of any type.
- For the professional with the highest demands, we can recommend Bernina 1300. The model has all the features available to the modern overlock: a seam with 2–5 threads, a speed of 1,500 stitches per minute, a display. Overlock is very easy to set up. True, its price is high.
Video review of the overlock Bernina 1300 see below.
