The brand of sewing machines "The Seagull" is well known in the domestic market. At the beginning of the last century, products under this brand began to be produced at the former Singer factory in Podolsk. Now the Seagull overlocks are reliable and inexpensive devices suitable for the needs of any seamstress.
Advantages and disadvantages
Users note the high quality of brand products at a low price. Most models are easily customizable - threading and thread tension does not cause problems even for beginners. Customers are also pleased with the power and speed of sewing.
When working with overlock, its versatility is important when you have to process different fabrics with different types of threads.
This is a separate advantage of Chaika cars - they work equally well with cotton and knitted fabrics, with almost all threads.
Of the minuses, they call a high noise level of cars in comparison with imported analogues. They are also often quite heavy.
Models
Chayka overlock models vary in power, feature set, number of threads and seam types. You can choose the model that suits you best in terms of its capabilities and price.
The model "Seagull-547" has a fairly wide range of capabilities, including work with two threads. The fabric clamp is adjustable, smooth flow is ensured thanks to the differential. The model is quite versatile, works with a variety of types of materials. Color coding makes threading easy.
The speed of up to 1300 stitches per minute can significantly save time. Overlock performs 12 different operations with seams, including a roller seam and a flat seam (flatlock, or a seam seam).
By the way, since this is a 3-needle machine, You can optionally customize a seam of several types. To do this, you can use either two or three threads, in addition, you will need a special foot. When using the right overlock needle to connect the seam will have a narrow stitch, and the left - wide.
For proper adjustment, the thread tension on the lower looper should be maximum, and on the needle - weakened.
At the same time, the car has a rather small price compared to other models similar in functionality.
"Seagull-649" is similar to the previous considered overlock, also supports work with 2, 3 and 4 threads. The advantages are the compactness of the model, the ability to perform all the necessary sewing operations, high speed.
According to reviews, this overlock is quite powerful and copes with most types of fabrics, it is easily customizable. Of the minuses, only a relatively high noise level is noted.
A newer model is Chayka New Wave 007. With it, you will get even more comfort when working, a cut-off knife, a convenient threading system. Includes waste bin.
Selection and operation tips
When buying an overlock, contact only the official store and purchase the model you are interested in with a guarantee and the necessary equipment. Usually, a case, overlay boxes for accessories and garbage collection, paws, needles, a nipple, and all the necessary little things are included with the Seagull overlock.
You will also receive instructions for your model. Follow it to thread and properly prepare the overlock for work.
Before buying, do not forget to check with the seller if the model you have chosen supports the sewing operations you need. Make sure that the kit is complete so that the machine can immediately be put into operation and not waste time purchasing additional elements.
Finally, caution is required when using any sewing machine. When it is working or even just connected to the network, make sure that your hands are not in the work area.
An overview of the Seagull overlock see below.
