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Husqvarna Viking Emerald 116 Bewertung
While visiting Factory Sew-Vac in Lantana, Florida, I came upon a pair of Husqvarna/Viking Emerald electronic sewing machines. One was a 116 and the other was a 118. I learned that there is also a third machine in this series… the 122. The only key difference between these three machines is the number of stitch options and a few other features, so below I review the Emerald 116. The differences between the other machines are listed in the ‘Features’ section.
Entdecken Sie Präzision und Vielseitigkeit mit der Nähmaschine Husqvarna Viking Emerald 116. Diese Maschine ist ideal zum Anfertigen einzigartiger Kleider oder zum Nachbilden von Vorhängen, die in Zeitschriften passen. Sie verfügt über einen integrierten Nadeleinfädler, eine praktische Nähanleitung und eine schützende Hardcover-Abdeckung zur Aufbewahrung. Mit 60 Stichfunktionen erzielen Sie mühelos perfekte Stiche und Knopflöcher in einem Schritt. Die einstellbare Stichlänge und -breite der Maschine, gepaart mit der umfassenden Nähanleitung, machen sie zu Ihrer ersten Wahl für nahtloses Nähen mit verschiedenen Stoffen und Techniken. Werten Sie Ihre Kreationen mit der Zuverlässigkeit und den benutzerfreundlichen Funktionen der Emerald 116 auf.
- Gut für Anfänger
- User friendly and light-weight
- Value for money purchase
- Needs manual tension adjustment
Überblick
Both the Husqvarna/Viking Emerald 116 and 118 have an emerald green motif and dials to adjust the stitch length and width, as well as a dial to select the stitch options. The stitch selection guide slides out from the lower right corner of the machine, putting all of the stitch options at the user’s fingertips at all times.
There is also an on-board ruler, a free arm, and an automatic Nadeleinfädler, as well as a drop feed and an oversized reverse stitch button on the column. There is an on-board accessory case that, when removed, reveals a convenient free arm and a drop feed lever. The drop-in bobbin cover is a great feature since you can see exactly how much thread is on the bobbin without having to remove it. The fact that the Husqvarna/Viking Emerald 116 and 118 have a drop in bobbin is an added advantage when it comes to saving time and energy when it is necessary to rewind the bobbin. Taking it out and putting it back in place is much easier simply because all you need to do is lift out the clear cover and pop it back when you are done.
Features on the Viking Emerald 116
- 16 decorative and utility stitch options (Emerald 116)
- Einstufiges Knopfloch
- Einstellbare Stichlänge und -breite
- Built-in handle
- Einstellbarer Nähfußdruck
- Fadenabschneider
- Einstufiges Knopfloch
- Eingebauter Nadeleinfädler
- Built-in ruler
- Drop-Feed
- Rotary hook system
- On board accessories storage case
- Einstellbarer Nähfußdruck
- Drop-Feed
Additional features on the Emerald 118 and 122
- 18 decorative and utility stitch options (Emerald 118)
- 22 decorative and utility stitch options (Emerald 122)
- Needle up/down (Emerald 118 and 122)
- Variable speed control (Emerald 118 and 122)
Working on the Husqvarna/Viking Emerald 116
Threading the Husqvarna/Viking Emerald 116 and winding the bobbin are uncomplicated and very easy for a beginner to master. I have no doubt that a child in elementary school will be quite adept and performing these tasks after just a few closely supervised attempts. Once the Husqvarna/Viking Emerald 116 is threaded, selecting a stitch option is as easy as sliding out the convenient stitch selection guide from beneath the column or referring to the stitch selection table at the top of the machine head. Selecting the correct stitch was as simple as turning the dial to the assigned stitch number. I found that sewing on the Emerald was pretty much a piece of cake. The stitch selection process is only the beginning. As I sampled various stitch options, I discovered that all of the stitches I tried were perfectly executed… evenly spaced, well-formed and sturdy.
What fabrics can the Emerald Series sew?
The Emerald 116 sews the following fabrics
- Naturfasern/Baumwolle-Leinen-Wolle
- Feine Stoffe/Seide-Satin-Taft/Samt
- Synthetische Stoffe/Mischungen aus Viskose und Polyester
- Polster
The Emerald 116 cannot sew the following fabrics
Leder und WildlederFellReptilienhautCanvas/TwillKunststoff/GummiExtra dicke Stoffe oder mehrere Lagen
Zubehör
- 8 snap on Nähfüße
- Nahttrenner
- Fusselbürste
- Nadeln
- Quiltanleitung
- Schraubendreher
- Bedienungsanleitung
- Sewing guide/reference chart
- Hardcover
Maintenance routine for the Emerald series
| Actions | Nach jedem Gebrauch | Monatlich | Jährlich | Wie benötigt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rennhaken und Futterhunde reinigen | Ja | NEIN | NEIN | NEIN |
| Wischen Sie den Kopf mit einem weichen, trockenen Tuch ab | NEIN | NEIN | NEIN | Ja |
| Wischen Sie den Kopf mit einem weichen, feuchten Tuch ab | NEIN | NEIN | NEIN | Ja |
| Schmieren | NEIN | NEIN | NEIN | NEIN |
| Service von Nähmaschine Reparaturprofi | NEIN | NEIN | Ja | NEIN |
Alternatives to the Emerald 116
If you want a more professional machine than the Emerald series, I recommend looking at the Jade series from Viking (review below)
Die Nähmaschine Husqvarna Viking Jade 20 kombiniert nahtlos modernste Funktionen mit einem schlanken, modernen Design. Dank des extragroßen 8-Zoll-Nähraums, der durch helle LED-Beleuchtung beleuchtet wird, lassen sich große Projekte mühelos bewältigen. Die Nähführung im Deckel vereinfacht den Vorgang und empfiehlt ideale Stiche und Einstellungen für verschiedene Stoffe und Techniken. Mit 82 wunderschönen 7 mm breiten Stichen, Mit einer von oben zu ladenden Spule und einem eingebauten Nadeleinfädler sorgt diese Maschine für Präzision und Komfort. Die Start-/Stopp-Funktion ermöglicht Nähen ohne Fußanlasser, was sie perfekt für Zierstiche und Benutzer mit körperlichen Einschränkungen macht. Sie hat ein stilvolles Design verfügt über ein Zubehörfach und die Geschwindigkeitsregelung der Maschine trägt zu ihrer Vielseitigkeit bei.
If you are looking beyond the Husqvarna series, have a look at products from Bernina, Pfaff, Brother Und Singer sewing machine companies. If you are looking for something with a lower price tag, we recommend the Heavy Duty machine and you can read more about the different Singer Heavy Duty Machines here.
SewingInsight Final Verdict
The Husqvarna/Viking Emerald is a jewel of a machine. It is a great choice for beginners of any age. This machine is easy to learn to operate and easy to maintain. It is permanently oiled and, therefore, doesn’t require any lubrication. It is necessary, however, to take it to an authorized service provider for cleaning and maintenance at least once a year.
The Husqvarna/Viking Emerald is an electronic sewing machine that is ideal for working with fashion fabrics and Licht to medium-weight wool, upholstery fabric, or denim. Although I recommend this machine for use by beginners, the Emerald is also a good choice for the home sewer who is in the market for a new machine. It is solid, quiet, and there is absolutely no vibration at all. My only criticism of the Emerald is the placement of the drop feed lever—on the back of the free arm.
In my opinion, this control should be on the front of the machine. It seems to me that the drop feed lever should have been placed on the front of the machine – perhaps near the reverse stitch button or near the stitch selection dial. Having it on the back of the machine is very awkward if you are attaching buttons, darning, or performing other tasks that require the feed dogs to be disengaged and reengaged frequently. Even with that in mind, I readily admit that, overall, I like the Emerald. I like the way it feels when I am sewing on it. Although it is a portable sewing machine, it handles like a larger, much heavier, machine.
The solid construction is, no doubt, attributable to the Swedish ingenuity that the Husqvarna/Viking brand has been known for over past 140 years. The Husqvarna/Viking Emerald is affordable and one of the most user friendly machines I have seen in the current Husqvarna/Viking inventory. I like the ease with which it is set up and the stitches selected and changed. I like the way it feels when I am working on it and I especially like the fact that the Emerald is quiet and there is no vibration. This solid construction and the excellent stitch quality are the two most important factors any home sewer looks for in a sewing machine. Because of that, I encourage everyone to take a look at this affordable electronic sewing machine. I believe it is an excellent choice for anyone whose sewing projects are primarily clothing and accessories or small home décor accents.
Husqvarna Viking Emerald 116 Sewing Machine Review
Zusammenfassung
The Viking Emerald 116 sewing machine is suited for all types of sewing, be it one-of-a-kind curtains or stunning outfits that duplicate those seen in furnishing and garment stores.
This sewing machine is extremely simple to use with its excellent results. Because of this, not only will amateurs adore it, but professional sewers will also find it to be completely adequate.
The Emerald 116 can function admirably. Although it is a small-sized machine, it is incredibly powerful. This machine has 18 in-built stitches and a total of 70 stitch options.
It comes with a simple 1-step buttonhole and one protective cover for storage.
The Emerald 116 sewing machine includes a ton of useful features that can be of great assistance to you, including a useful sewing guide, a reference chart, and an integrated needle threader.
The various options for presser foot recommendations can assist you in selecting the appropriate presser foot for the stitch that you choose.
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Hallo Vernelle,
I am about to buy a new sewing machine. But can‘t make any choice betwen pfaff ambition 4.0 , pfaff select 3.0, or a juki hzl F300 or juki hzl 210.
I am an intermediate sewer but i hope to do more. I want a robust one but can’t get out of any choice. Can you help me please.
Danke schön,
Petera
I wpuldn’t recommend this machine at all. I have constant problems with mine. I’m about to take it in for repair… again.
I am thinking of buying the Huskqvarna/Viking 116. I just want to repair clothing and do some other heavier work with canvas and light leather or nagahide (Spelling). Would you recommend it? I want to maybe do some upholstery for a wagon I have or repair wagon covers. Just personal use
Dear Walt,
I would recommend a more robust machine for sewing leather, canvas, upolstery, vinyl etc. The Brother, Juki, Janome all have straight stitch machines that are semi professional.
All other brands are made in China and thus tare up way to easy.
Hello Wait –
Vielen Dank für Ihren Besuch bei Sewing Insight.
Since you say you will be working with a lot of heavy fabrics – canvas, leather and naugahide, I think you might be better off with a sewing machine that was specifically designed for heavy duty work. You may want to consider a lightweight industrial sewing machine or a heavy duty machine like the Janome HD 1000 oder Janome HD 3000.
Would this model be good for making quilts with several layers?
Hallo,
I’ve been lucky with this machine. It occasionally birds nests, but usually, I just rethread and it behaves. I didn’t buy the 118 because the only useful feature it added was needle down for $150 more. That said, it’s impossible to reliably nudge the foot pedal so that the needle moves from up to down. The review is right on the money wrt sewing through thick layers: it likes to stop and take a nap instead of working. Oh yes, it does bounce around a bit when I go for speed.
Stretch stitches actually work unlike my Pfaff 2023 Classic Style Fashion, which sucked the fabric down through the pressure plate. The Viking bobbins have much more capacity than the Pfaff, too.
Jeffry, I am thinking of purchasing the 116 model as well. I’m a sort of a beginner. This machine reads to be a pretty good sturdy model. At least I hope it is. But I also want to sew with denim. Would this machine easily handle that?
I bought the116 after they demonstrated how it would run over denim. I don’t know if they had a needle with a diamond tip (if any such thing exists), but I have always had to help the machine going over a thick seam. I try to use new needles but I don’t always remember.
The machine also has a tendency to vibrate and bounce around on the table when I need maximum Stitch speed.
If I could get a do-over would look for a machine made before 1980. A PFAFF 130 might fit the bill.
I was glad to see you liked this machine. I have seven sewing machines of varying costs and bells/whistles, and this is my favorite one. It’s uncomplicated but dependable, and I love the way it sounds when it runs.
I have a 116 Husqvarna Viking and need instructions on how to thread it.
Please direct me to a site where they address how to set up my husquvarna emerald 116 sewing machine specifically for free motion quilting. I can’t find it anywhere.
There is a lot of information for setting it up but nothing specific for step by step set up for free motion quilting. Thank you.
The HV emerald 118 was a gift from my daughtet I’ve had this machine just short of a year. I had an issue where the motor was running but when I pressed the pedal to sew, even though I was only sewing 2 layers of woven cotton- piecing a quilt- the machine didn’t have the power to push the needle down- I had to help turn the wheel to get it going and then it sewed very, very slowly. Each time I stopped, I would have to do the same thing – turn the wheel. The needle up/down didn’t work when this happened. I stopped and checked how my machine was threaded- all good there. And then I cleaned the bobbin case/hook race and it continued with the issue. I just shut the machine down and searched online for any issues with this model without success. Several days later, I turned the machine on and it worked perfectly for all my sewing for the next 3 months. Then I tried to drop the feed dogs and it had an iron grip on the fabric when I tried to sew. I looked at the manual- checked to see what the position of the control lever needed to be in for dropping the feed dogs and it was in the correct position.
Then the original issue – not having the power to push the needle down began again. Again I searched online and found one mention of the exact same issue who basically did everything I did before returning to the dealer. The dealer called husqvarna/viking and was told it was a known issue with some of this model # and the machine was replaced on the spot. I decided to stop wasting time and returned the machine to the dealer. Told thrm everything. Showed them what I found online about the issue and they told me to leave the machine so they could look at it. A week later, they called and told me to come pick up my machine -that they could find nothing wrong with the machine. I am very frustrated. I took the machine home with the intent of using my video camera to show them exactly what is happening. I’ve been trying to sew every day for even a short time just to catch the machine doing this. It’s started to feel like it’s slowing down several times but hasn’t repeated the more obvious issue of not having the power to push the needle down. I’m unsure what to do at this point- the one year warranty is up in less than 10 days and I’ve been reading complaints from the BBB about the lack of customer support from Husqvarna Viking. My daughter spent $400 on this machine and I’m at a loss as to what to do next. I had called Husqvarna/Viking before I returned it to the dealer and they told me to return to the dealer to let them handle the issue. Am I going to get stuck with a faulty machine? I am very concerned about the things I read about the poor customer support from husq/vik- there were hundreds of complaints about it whether it was a sewing machine or a chain saw. And, the kicker is that the local husq/vik sewing machine dealer has similar complaints about customer service and is the owner of the sew/vac stores of the only 5 other husq/vik dealers in my regional area.