used BERNINA 1300DC combination Overlocker / Cover Serger - Sale $519 (Reg. $1,999)
The Bernina 1300DC is a computerized combination serger and coverstitch machine designed for advanced home sewing, garment construction, and professional-quality overlocking. It offers a flexible and feature-rich platform for both beginners and experienced sewists who want precision, versatility, and creative stitch options.
Key Features of the Bernina 1300DC comination serger:
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Computerized Control: Digital adjustments and an LCD display for stitch settings, tension values, and stitch selection.
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Adjustable Settings: Stitch length, stitch width, and presser foot pressure can all be tailored for different fabrics and techniques.
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Differential Feed: Helps manage fabric stretch and prevents puckering on knits and delicate materials.
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Thread Capacity: Works as a 3-, 4-, or 5-thread machine, allowing both strong seams and decorative finishes.
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Rolled Hem Function: Quick switch to rolled hem stitches without changing feet or plates.
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Coverstitch & Chain Capability: Combines serging and coverstitch functions for hems, topstitching, and garment finishes.
Included with machine (most all original components):
- manual
- dust cover
- spool caps
- cover/chain extension plate
- waste collector bin
- Cover stitch presser foot
- EXTRA FEET
- Blind stitch foot
- Elasticator foot
- Gathering foot
Missing/Excludes: Needle Threader
Stitch Types and Variations
The 1300DC offers a wide variety of stitch options that make it much more than a basic serger — including overlock, flatlock, chain stitch, coverstitch, and combination stitches. Most reviews and guides list up to 24 different stitch variations.
Core Serging Stitches - These are your fundamental overlock stitches for seams and edge finishes:
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4-Thread Overlock: Strong seam with edge finishing — great for everyday garment sewing.
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3-Thread Overlock: Used for lighter seams or narrow overlock finishing.
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2-Thread Overlock: Minimal seam and edge finish, useful for lightweight fabrics.
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Flatlock Stitch: Creates a decorative flat seam, ideal for sportswear and knitwear edges.
Cover and Chain Stitches - These expand the machine’s capabilities into coverstitching and garment hems:
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Chain Stitch: A flexible stitch that’s good for seams needing stretch, such as activewear.
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Coverstitch (narrow & wide): Perfect for hemming knit garments and topstitching.
Combination Stitches - These stitch types blend different techniques:
Specialty and Decorative Options
Sale price is based on machine in-store pickup. Shipping available as part of on-line checkout, and is auto calculated during checkout process.
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