All Cover Hem Stitch Interlock Machines, Cover Stitch Only (See Video), or Combination Cover Hem and Overlock Serger Machines as Specified on Each Page |
2. The best portable 2 or 3 needle dedicated cover hem with single needle chain stitch machines are Brother and Janome. Brother 2340CV at http://www.allbrands.com/products/abp13045.html with 1 needle chainstitch, 2, or 3 needle cover hem stitch 1/8" 3mm or 1/4" 6mm wide. Janome 900CP at http://www.allbrands.com/products/abp14443.html with 1 needle chainstitch or 2 needle cover hem stitch 3/16" wide only. GK257FS does not have the needle guards that help prevent skipped stitches, and has to be set up for a particular application (fabric, thread, tension) such as knit lycra spandex or woven materials. They are much more sensitive to changes in fabric, thread and tensions. GK257 has single chainstitch or two needle 5mm cover hem stitch. GK357 3 needle has 1/8" and 1/4" cover hem stitches.