Brother M343D Overlocker, White, 33.5 cmx29.6 cmx28.2cm

I purchased this overlocker for my college practice, and it has exceeded my expectations. The machine is well-built and handles a variety of fabrics with ease, producing clean, professional seams. It’s straightforward to set up and use, even for someone still learning. The stitching is consistent, and it makes finishing projects so much faster and easier. For the price, it’s an incredible value and perfect for students or anyone needing a reliable overlocker on a budget. Highly recommended!

All the positive reviews are correct. Really good machine and surprisingly easy to thread. The size is quite compact and not too heavy. If you place it on a padded surface, the noise is fine.Sews and cuts very well. I’m happy with my purchase 🤗

When I decided to take my garment-making to the next level, I spent a long time reviewing overlockers. After careful consideration, I opted for the Brother M343D Overlocker, and I can confidently say that it has exceeded my expectations in every way.Initially, I was apprehensive about using an overlocker due to its reputation for complexity, especially with the intimidating knife. However, my worries quickly vanished as I discovered how user-friendly and hassle-free this machine truly is.Threading the Brother M343D proved to be a straightforward process, thanks to a YouTube tutorial for the initial threading. My subsequent rethreading attempts were equally effortless, even without any instructional assistance. The machine's design and intuitive threading mechanism truly made the process a breeze.I've pushed the boundaries of the Brother M343D by experimenting with various fabric types, and it has handled each one with ease. From delicate silks to sturdy denims, the overlocker consistently delivered impeccable results, ensuring my creations were of the highest quality.While my experience with the Brother M343D Overlocker has been overwhelmingly positive, I encountered a minor setback when it came to oiling the machine. The manual lacked specific instructions on where to apply the oil, prompting me to search for a tutorial online. Nonetheless, once I located the necessary information, it was a minor inconvenience that did not detract from the overall satisfaction I derived from using the machine. For all beginners I strongly suggest taking photos of the how the Machine looks when it arrives. When you go to change needles or need to remember what the default settings were the photos are a great help.

Threading straightforward, good machine

I absolutely love this overlooker that I bought on a bit of a whim after watching Sewing Bee. I'm very much a novice sewer & did wonder whether an overlocker was worth the hype but I am delighted. I watched an online guide to threading and then just followed the instructions inside the cover & it worked straight away. I'm on my third garment and have overlocked all the seams meaning no more fiddly double hemming and therefore no bulky seams. I have also used it to rescue a new duvet cover where the seam came apart after the first wash (but I no longer had the receipt). Just whizzed up a new seam and you would never know there was a problem.Admittedly an overlocker could be seen as an expensive luxury but mine is worth its weight in gold and I wouldn't part with it. I would definitely recommend adding it to your birthday/christmas wish list.

I returned the item and am trying a replacement...it arrived with the test overlock sew patch you get that showed there was a thread jam...and the threading itself was jammed...looped twice around the lower looper arm, which cause a looping over the lower loop giving five or six threads sowing....so it was a reject item or a badly reconditioned item. It sewed ok ...the threading was super easy..i did it do many times to try getting rid of the double looping when itnstarted tonsow....but the fabric jammed into the tread every time because of the extra looping which meant the sewing was wrecked trying to free the fabric and so I gave up trying to find a sweet spot for the the tension and rethreading.... in case that was the cause....when i decided to change the needles in case that helped and i couldnt for love of money remove the left needle...even with pliers!.... i gave up. Sent it in for replacement....lets see.... I am beginning to suspect Amazon is now selling faulty, rejected or reconditioned items. Then you have to lug them back to the post office to return them.....oh...and amazon got me to buy a four year maintenance....but it comes with a 3 year manufacturer guarantee!! So does Brother drag their feet repairing unless you have bought a maintenance insurance policy to rev them up? I will wait for my replacement and see if this is also a dud and in fact Amazon is selling duds.Two days later....It was replaced and the replacement works like magic. It chains before and after just as its supposed to. Dreadful LED light. Yes it is basic, yes it is easy to thread, yes it does its job. Yes it was a great bargain!

I recently bought this overlocker. I watched the DVD first and then followed the instructions to thread the overlocker. I found instruction detailed and easy to follow, and the machine was easy to thread. I have been sewing for many years without an overlocker but think it will be great in finishing garments and giving them a more ‘professional’ look. It’s a lovely, neat machine and I’m really looking forward to using it. I’m really pleased with my purchase. 😊

Could do with a longer cable on treadleas needs to be very close to electricity supply.Apart from that...all good.Compact.