Janome MyLock 654D Sailing Line review
a flexible Janome 2/3/4-thread
7.8/10 provisional Provisional
2, 3 or 4 threads, cutting width from 3.1 to 7.3mm (5/16 in), stitch length 1 to 5mm (3/16 in) and differential feed from 0.5 to 2.25. Researched from retailer and maker listings; we have not tested it, and the score is provisional.
Pick it if
you sew a wide range of fabric weights.
Skip it if
you are price-led.
What owners and reviewers like
- 2, 3 or 4 threads
- Cutting width 3.1 to 7.3mm (5/16 in)
- Differential feed 0.5 to 2.25
- 1,300 stitches a minute
What to watch for
- Pricier than Juki and Brother 2/3/4-thread rivals
Key specs
| Threads | 2, 3 or 4 |
|---|---|
| Cutting width | 3.1 to 7.3mm (5/16 in) |
| Stitch length | 1 to 5mm (3/16 in) |
| Differential feed | 0.5 to 2.25 |
How the score breaks down
| Core performance on paper | 2.6 / 3 |
|---|---|
| Ease for beginners | 1.4 / 2 |
| Value | 1.3 / 2 |
| Reliability reports | 1.3 / 1.5 |
| Local support and warranty | 1.2 / 1.5 |
Weights from how we score. Scores are provisional and based on cited sources, not a test.
Price and where to buy
$899.00 maker's list price before sales tax (Janome America, checked Nov 1, 2026)