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Brother HF27: non stick foot for leather and PVC
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The Brother HF27 is an entry level machine with heavy duty touches, aimed at sewists who work with leather, PVC, oilcloth and thick fabrics as well as everyday cotton. The non stick foot for leather and PVC is what sets it apart in the heavy duty group, because those materials grip a standard metal foot and stop feeding evenly.
- Frame
- Metal chassis
- Stitches
- 27
- Buttonhole
- Not stated
- Max speed
- Not stated
- Weight
- 8.26 kg
In its favour
- A non stick foot for leather and PVC comes in the box, so you can start on vinyl straight away.
- The J foot levelling button helps the foot climb over thick seams such as jeans side seams.
- A metal needle plate and a 3 year Brother warranty are listed.
Good to know
- The listing does not state buttonhole type or top speed.
- Twenty seven stitches covers the basics but not much decorative work.
Our take
What Brother lists
The bullets are short: 27 stitches, a strong metal chassis, a metal needle plate for stability, a non stick foot for leathers and PVC, and a J foot with a levelling button for thicker fabrics. The spec table adds an 8.26 kg weight, Vietnam as country of origin and a 3 year Brother warranty.
Buttonhole type, maximum speed and stitch width are not stated.
The non stick and J foot
Leather, vinyl and laminated cottons are sticky under a metal presser foot, causing skipped stitches and uneven stitch length. A non stick foot, usually coated, glides over these surfaces instead. It is useful for bags, wallets, wipe-clean table covers and outdoor gear.
The J foot's levelling button holds the foot level when you start sewing at a thick seam, such as a jeans hem, so the foot does not tilt and stall.
Metal chassis and plate
A metal chassis and needle plate give the machine rigidity when sewing thick layers, reducing vibration. At 8.26 kg it is heavier than the Singer 4411 but lighter than the Janome HD3000BE.
Against the Singer 4423 and Janome HD1000BE
The Singer Heavy Duty 4423 lists a reinforced motor and 23 stitches. The Janome HD1000BE has an aluminium frame and body with 14 stitches and a 4-step buttonhole. Neither names a non stick foot, so for leather and PVC the HF27 is the better equipped from the box.
Who it does not suit
If you need published speed figures or a specific buttonhole type for dressmaking, this listing will not answer those questions. Quilters will find the Janome HD3000BE's quilting kit more relevant.
Also note that the dimensions on the listing are clearly not the machine itself, so check the real footprint before clearing space. If you plan to sew thick leather belts or saddlery, an industrial machine is the proper tool, and the HF27 is better suited to bag-weight leather and vinyl.
Verdict
Buy the Brother HF27 if you want a sturdy entry level machine with a metal chassis and the right feet for leather, PVC and thick seams. If you need speed figures and many stitches, the Singer Heavy Duty 4423 is clearer, and for quilting the Janome HD3000BE is better equipped.
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Amazon listing title: Brother HF27 Strong & Tough, Heavy Duty Electronic Sewing Machine,48 x 25.80 x 37.50 cm, Multicolor