Husqvarna Sapphire 830: Does anyone own this machine?

17 years ago

I decided to stop by Joann Fabrics and check out the Viking sewing machines tonight. I do a little quilting, but no embroidery and don't want something that can do *everything* except cut out the pattern...the saleslady showed me one of these and I liked it, but don't want to necessarily buy the first machine I see. I want something a little higher end (it runs for $999 on sale - ouch!) but I sew quite a bit and need something that will last a long time.

Just wondered if anyone else had this machine or knew of its reputation. Of course, compared to what I'm used to, it can do a lot more - but is more expensive and so are the accessories. And I wondered how much maintenance was required with a computerized model?

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barker_tx
17 years ago
I have one of the "Scandinavia" models - their least expensive of the computerized machines 4 years ago ....think I paid about $700.00 for it. Maintenance - I clean out the dustbunnies myself - it needs to go in to a viking dealer once a year for maintenance (here is it about $100) and that is it....sorry to say I have yet to take mine in! You might want to buy a couple of the 'feet' depending on how you quilt - if free motion or you use a template you might want the quilting foot. Why not check the Viking site to find the model that best suits your needs and then get the price from a viking dealer for that model.

Carolyn
teresa_nc7
17 years ago
Here are some reviews for this machine. Scroll down to #260 - #266 for the Sapphire 830.

Here is a link that might be useful: Pattern Review.com machine reviews
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albrien5_aol_com
15 years ago
I have a brand new Sapphire 830 with a walking foot. I have used it only to see that everything works as it should, and it does.
I also have a new Elna eXcelence, a more expensive machine that does more, which I prefer.
I don't need two new machines and would sell the Viking for $700.
anitastitch
15 years ago
Carolyn, I'm surprised you have to take your Viking Scandinavian in for service once a year. I've had a Viking Platinum since 2005 and haven't taken it for service yet. Once I was having a problem with my stitch width, but Viking sales lady helped me with it. I asked her if I should send it for service, but she said that if it's working fine--don't spend the money.
I am good about keeping it clean though.
Jerri Murphey
10 years ago
I have owned this particular machine for several years and would not get rid of it. I paid over $2000 new about 8 years ago. So that is a good price
Anthony Papalia
2 years ago
I have a barely used husqvarna sapphire 830 sewing machine which belonged to my partner..he passed away and i dont sew .youngstown ohio area contact tpapalia@sbcglobal.net or call 3302071201 for pictures .has case pedal and all the manuals .Best offer
HU-925368730
2 years ago
I have had the 830 SAPPHIRE FOR A LONG TIME I LOVE THE EASE AND THE WAY UT SEWS I DONT KNOW IF THEY HAVE CHANGED IT BUT THE INE I HAVE IS GREAT I SEW STRAIGHT LINES HAAA BUT QUILT PIECES EASY CURTAINS AND YES THE RARE TIMES I CUT OFF JACKET SLEEVES AND CONVERT TO VEST GOID LUCK ❤️