The Bernina 730 Record is a heavy-duty, 1970, Swiss designed, all mechanical sewing machine praised for its exceptional build quality, quiet operation, and powerful stitching. This machine uses an efficient rack and pinion system instead of a noisy gear setup, making it surprisingly smooth and quiet.
It features a very slim free-arm design, which makes sewing small cuffs and children's clothing much easier than on bulkier modern machines. [1]
It was built to last for decades and handles thick or heavy fabrics with ease. It features a removable hook race for easy cleaning, and includes a handy knee lifter for the presser foot.
Features:
• Free arm
• Front-loading oscillating hook and removable bobbin.
• Adjustable stitch length, zigzag width to 4 mm, and multiple needle positions.
• Built-in cam mechanism offering about 20 utility and decorative stitches.
• Feed-dog drop for darning/free-motion work.
• Four-step buttonhole capability.
• Built-in bobbin winder under the top cover.
• Original Bernina snap-on presser-foot system.
• Two-speed operation, with a slow setting useful for controlled, precise, sewing.
The Bernina 730 is a smooth-running, precise, quiet, sturdy machine, capable of making excellent stitches
It is a very stong domestic machine, excellent for garment construction, quilting, general repairs, and many medium-to-heavy fabrics, including garment leather.