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Examen du Husqvarna Viking Tribute 140C (mise à jour 2023)
Note de l'éditeur: This Husqvarna Viking Tribute 140C review was originally written in 2012, and has been revised and updated in 2023. Since the Husqvarna Viking Tribute 140C is now discontinued, we have added alternatives such as Brother SE1900, Janome 3160QDC, et Elna Elnita ec60.
2012 marked the 140th anniversary year for Husqvarna/Viking sewing machines. To honor the occasion, Husqvarna Viking is offering the Tribute 140C and 140M machines for a limited time only and as you may have guessed, I inevitably have taken the opportunity to review it. The 140C is a computerized machine; while the 140M was created to satisfy those who prefer a mechanical machine à coudre instead.
When the 140th anniversary year was over, both the Tribute 140C and the Tribute 140M were retired. I was fortunate enough to be able to review a Husqvarna Viking 140C at Ace Sewing and Vacuum in Pompano Beach, Florida before they disappeared.
Husqvarna Viking Tribute 140C Overview
The Husqvarna Viking Tribute 140c is a computerized sewing machine that is designed for both beginners and experienced sewers. It has 145 built-in stitches, including basic utility stitches, decorative stitches, and quilting stitches. The machine also has a number of features that make it easy to use, such as a needle threader, a top-loading bobbin, and a free arm. The Husqvarna Viking Tribute 140c also has a built-in alphabet and 7 one-step buttonhole functions.
Husqvarna Viking Tribute 140C is a limited edition model and has now been discontinued. We recommend trying out alternatives that we have added to this post.
You know at once that this machine is special because of the silver emblem depicting an antique sewing machine and the words “140th Anniversary” stamped right on the front just above the needle.
Even without this shining reminder of the company’s 140th anniversary, the crimson color behind the touchpad would catch anyone’s eye.
What are the features on Husqvarna Viking Tribute 140C?
The most prominent features of the Husqvarna/Viking Tribute 140C described below:
- 145 utility, decorative, heirloom and quilt stitches
- 4 polices alphanumériques
- 7 buttonholes
- Exclusive Sewing Advisor® feature (with text)
- Extended Sewing Surface
- Aiguille haut/bas
Working on the Husqvarna Viking Tribute 140C
As excited as I were to review this machine, I was a bit disappointed when I actually got my hands on it.
The most outstanding perceptible difference I found between the Tribute 140C and the computerized sewing machines in the Husqvarna/Viking jewel series was the lack of a start/stop button.
There is virtually no difference whatsoever when it comes to threading this machine or winding and placing the bobbin. Depending upon the size of your thread supply, the spool pin can be set in either the horizontal or vertical position.
The LCD display screen and touchpad are identical as well as the placement of the on board accessories case. It is attached to the machine as part of the workspace; sits directly behind the throat plate and easily snaps off to give the user access to the free arm.
Aside from the 140th Anniversary decal, the red color, and the fact that it has fewer function buttons above the needle, the Tribute 140C looks just like the Husqvarna/Viking Sapphire, Topaz.
It even has the same ruler decal affixed to the front which is marked off in inches and centimeters just like the machines in the jewel series.
The stitch selection process is identical as well. I was, however, dismayed to learn that not only does this machine lack a start/stop button and speed adjustment slider, the automatic tension function does not appear to be as effective as on the machines in the jewel series.
I was, not as pleased with the stitch quality as with other sewing, quilting and embroidery machines in the Husqvarna/Viking jewel series.
As with the machines in the jewel series, programming stitch patterns and selecting stitch options requires more than the mere touch of a button, but the process is neither complicated nor challenging.
During this review, I used medium weight woven fabric and set the tension dial to ‘auto’ just as I normally do when reviewing the other machines of this type.
As with all the other that I review, I sampled several different utility and decorative stitch options. The stitches, however, were a bit loose and uneven.
Which fabrics work on the Husqvarna Viking Tribute 140C?
| Des tissus qui fonctionnent | Des tissus qui ne fonctionnent pas |
|---|---|
| Fibres naturelles/coton-lin-laine Tissus fins/soie-satin-taffetas/velours Tissus/mélanges synthétiques-rayonne-polyester Tricots (poids moyen à lourd uniquement) | Cuir/daim Fourrure Peau de reptile Toile/Sergé Plastique/caoutchouc Tissus très épais ou plusieurs couches |
What accessories come with the Husqvarna Viking Tribute 140C?
Anyone who purchases the limited edition Husqvarna/Viking Tribute 140C will also receive a kit de couture. If purchased separately, this accessories kit would cost approximately $250. Its contents include:
- 4 essential pieds presseurs
- 8 spools of mettler thread
- 1 pair of embroidery ciseaux
- découseur
- 10 premium bobbins
- dix machine needles
- retractable measuring tape
- partitioned organizer tray
How to maintain the Husqvarna Viking Tribute 140C?
| Activités d'entretien | Après chaque utilisation | Mensuel | Une fois par an | Comme requis |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nettoyer le crochet de course et nourrir les chiens | Oui | Non | Non | Non |
| Essuyez la tête avec un chiffon doux et sec | Non | Non | Non | Oui |
| Essuyez la tête avec un chiffon doux et humide | Non | Non | Non | Oui |
| Lubrifier | Non | Non | Non | Non |
| Service par un professionnel de la réparation de machines à coudre | Non | Non | Oui | Non |
What are some alternatives for Husqvarna Viking Tribute 140C?
Like we have already mentioned in this review, the Husqvarna Viking Tribute 140C is a limited edition release and has now been discontinued. Here are some alternatives that we recommend.
La machine à coudre Jade 20 Husqvarna Viking combine harmonieusement des fonctionnalités de pointe avec un design élégant et moderne. Bénéficiant d'un espace de couture extra-large de 8" éclairé par un éclairage LED lumineux, il s'adapte sans effort aux grands projets. Le guide de couture dans le couvercle simplifie le processus, recommandant des points et des réglages idéaux pour différents tissus et techniques. Avec 82 magnifiques points de 7 mm de large, Avec une canette à chargement par le haut et un enfile-aiguille intégré, cette machine garantit précision et commodité. La fonction marche/arrêt permet une couture sans commande au pied, ce qui la rend parfaite pour les points décoratifs et les utilisateurs ayant des limitations physiques. Élégamment conçue, elle arbore un compartiment pour accessoires et le contrôle de vitesse de la machine ajoute à sa polyvalence.
- Facile à utiliser et fait peu de bruit
- Les points sont parfaits
- Il peut être difficile de lire les largeurs de points sur le guide de l'utilisateur
Le Janome 3160QDC est une machine haut de gamme entièrement fonctionnelle qui offre tous les avantages à un prix abordable. Il a été créé en gardant à l’esprit les besoins d’un quilteur.
Le système d'alimentation Superior Plus de la société Janome dispose d'une alimentation optimisée des boîtes qui permet d'alimenter n'importe quel tissu de manière constante et cohérente.
Six boutonnières en 1 étape sont disponibles parmi les 60 points intégrés. Cette machine pleine grandeur ne pèse que 12 livres, ce qui la rend pratique à transporter vers les ateliers et les réunions de guilde.
La couture est simplifiée grâce aux fonctionnalités permettant de gagner du temps de cette machine, comme l'aiguille haut/bas mémorisée, l'enfile-aiguille à une main et le bouton de point noué.
Machine à coudre informatisée flexible et facile à utiliser, l'Elna Elnita ec60 offre un certain nombre de fonctions pour les couturières débutants et expérimentés. Cette machine peut gérer une variété de tâches, des réparations simples aux tâches de couture plus difficiles, grâce à ses 60 points intégrés, qui comprennent des points de base, décoratifs et extensibles.
L'écran LCD convivial de l'Elna Elnita ec60, qui permet de choisir et de modifier facilement les points, la longueur et la largeur du point, est l'une de ses caractéristiques remarquables. De plus, la machine dispose d’un enfile-aiguille automatique qui simplifie l’enfilage de l’aiguille et ne nécessite pas d’enfilage manuel.
Les coutures constantes et précises de cette machine à coudre constituent un autre avantage. Chaque point est uniforme et précis grâce aux fonctionnalités sophistiquées de la machine, qui comprennent un système de canette à insertion qui évite les bourrages, un réglage automatique de la tension et un contrôle de vitesse réglable.
L'Elna Elnita ec60 est légère et transportable, ce qui la rend pratique à utiliser pendant de longues périodes. La machine comprend également une commande au pied, qui facilite la gestion de la vitesse de la machine à coudre tout en permettant à vos mains d'être libres pour contrôler le tissu.
- Meilleur achat qui dure longtemps
- Une structure petite mais solide
- Opération facile
- Niveau de valeur le plus élevé
- Accessoires haut de gamme
- Plus de points peuvent avoir été incorporés dans la machine
Husqvarna Viking Tribute 140C Summary
While reviewing, I was quite frankly left wondering why the good people at Husqvarna Viking didn’t put a little more into this 140c limited edition machine. When you consider the original $1999 MSRP and the fact that the brochure touted the Tribute 140C as a sewing machine that has everything you need to create the sewing projects of your dreams, you expect more than you actually get with this machine.
There are too many sewing machines on the market today which offer features many home sewers have come to consider as standard – such as a start/stop buttons; speed adjustment slider; and truly automatic tension adjustment. To conclude my review, the Husqvarna Viking Tribute 140C is a good enough machine for someone who is learning to sew, but when you look at the fact that with the Tribute 140C, you get 145 stitches, seven buttonholes and four fonts with this machine, you wonder what in the world a beginner would do with all of those choices.
If I was to recommend this machine for anyone, it would be the intermediate home sewer who is adept at basic sewing skills yet still searching for their creative niche. On the other hand, I feel that other machines that cost about half as much as this one could serve the purpose and quite probably serve it better.
Without a doubt, Husqvarna/Viking has plenty other machines on the market that I feel are far more representative of the superior quality that this company stands for. Nobody can stay in business for 140 years and not manufacture exceptional products. In all honesty, this is one limited edition sewing machine for which the sewing public should be grateful that it was only available for one year.
I believe the idea of paying tribute for 140 years of manufacturing superior quality sewing machines is a good one. However, in my humble opinion, the Husqvarna/Viking Tribute 140 fell short on conveying that message. It is a functional sewing machine, but I firmly believe that the honor bestowed upon it as an example of Husqvarna/Viking’s workmanship and excellence as an innovator in the home sewing arena is not a fitting tribute to a company with such an illustrious reputation and track record.
At this point, it is no longer available at authorized dealers. However, you may come across one if shopping for a used sewing machine. If you do, my advice is to keep looking. I doubt if you would be very happy with this particular machine once you get it home and really put it to work.
Husqvarna Viking Tribute 140C Review
Résumé
The Husqvarna Viking Tribute 140c is a computerized sewing machine that is designed for both beginners and experienced sewers. It has 145 built-in stitches, including basic utility stitches, decorative stitches, and quilting stitches. The machine also has a number of features that make it easy to use, such as a needle threader, a top-loading bobbin, and a free arm. The Husqvarna Viking Tribute 140c also has a built-in alphabet and 7 one-step buttonhole functions.
Overall, the Husqvarna Viking Tribute 140c is a computerized sewing machine that is designed for both beginners and experienced sewers. It is a good option for those who are looking for a machine with a lot of features and that is easy to use.
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What would be a current value of this Anniversary model?
Just got $1000 on a trade-in for a 965Q. If that helps any.
Is it possible to buy Husqvarna Viking Tribute 140 c Sewing Machine somewhere?