Bernina L 860
Bernina L 860
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Product Information
BERNINA
L 860 Overlocker
The BERNINA L 860 combines revolutionary One-Step Air Threading with intuitive color touchscreen control. Featuring Expert and Guided Modes, a Sewing Consultant, and total stitch customization, it delivers effortless high-speed overlocking with whisper-quiet operation and flawless stitch precision.
Maximum sewing speed, with programmable minimum and maximum speeds.
Centrally located color touch screen with Sewing Consultant.
Save up to 100 customized stitch profiles in personal memory.
One-step air threading for the loopers with a press of the foot control.
Effortless Setup
The One-Step BERNINA Air Threader
Thread the looper tubes instantly with a simple press on the foot control. The pneumatic air threading system automatically positions the loopers, so there’s no turning the handwheel, and a powerful, quiet DC motor drives every stitch.
Display & Navigation
Centrally Located Color Touch Screen
The intuitive 4.3" color touch screen puts every setting at your fingertips. The built-in Sewing Consultant, Stitch Optimizer, and step-by-step animations recommend the right settings and walk you through each technique.
Your Way to Sew
Expert & Guided Modes
Choose Guided Mode for automatic settings, or switch to Expert Mode to fine-tune every adjustment for complex projects. Save up to 100 customized stitch profiles in personal memory for quick recall.
Precision Stitch Control
Total Stitch Control & mtc
Adjust thread tension, cutting width, and stitch length while you sew, and fine-tune over-edge threads with Micro Thread Control (mtc). Set minimum and maximum speeds on screen for stitch-by-stitch precision.
Comfort & Hands-Free Control
BERNINA Free-Hand System (FHS)
Raise and lower the presser foot with the FHS knee lifter and keep both hands on your fabric. The presser foot also swings out for easy access to the needles.
Workspace & Freearm
Grand Workspace & Freearm
Enjoy 5 5/8" (143 mm) of space to the right of the needle. Slide sleeves and tubular items over the integrated freearm, or attach the slide-on extension table for larger projects.
Key Features
- One-Step Air Threader: Thread the looper tubes instantly with a simple press on the foot control.
- Color Touch Screen: Centrally positioned display with Sewing Consultant and step-by-step animations.
- Expert & Guided Modes: Select automatic settings or customize fine adjustments for complex projects.
- Personal Memory Storage: Save up to 100 customized stitch profiles for quick recall.
- Free-Hand System (FHS): Hands-free presser foot knee lifter plus swing-out foot for easy needle access.
- Grand Workspace & Freearm: 5 5/8" space right of the needle and an integrated freearm for sleeves and tubular items.
- Total Stitch Control: Adjust thread tension, cutting width, and stitch length while sewing.
- Programmable Speed Control: Set minimum and maximum speeds on screen for stitch-by-stitch precision.
- Micro Thread Control (mtc): Fine-tune over-edge threads for clean, balanced finishes.
- Convenience Features: Integrated needle threader, programmable needle stop, and integrated thread cutter.
Included Accessories
- Workspace & Hands-Free Hardware: Slide-on Extension Table, FHS Knee Lifter
- Storage & Cleanup: Cut-offs Bin, Accessory Box
Included Presser Feet
- Standard Foot #L10
Details
Product Details
| Maximum Sewing Speed | Up to 1,500 SPM / DC Motor / Programmable Min & Max Speed |
| Number of Threads | 2, 3, and 4 threads |
| Personal Memory | Up to 100 Customized Stitch Profiles |
| Display & Interface | 4.3" Color Touch Screen / Expert & Guided Modes / Sewing Consultant / Stitch Optimizer |
| Tension Control | Micro Thread Control (mtc) |
| Threading System | One-Step BERNINA Air Threader / Integrated Needle Threader |
| Presser Foot | FHS Knee Lifter / Swing-Out Presser Foot |
| Automation | Programmable Needle Stop / Integrated Thread Cutter |
| Workspace | 5 5/8" (143 mm) Right of Needle / Integrated Freearm |
BERNINA Warranty Coverage
Bernina is the gold standard in home sewing machines. Their warranty coverage is built to match a machine designed to last generations.
- Mechanical Parts — 20-year limited warranty
- Printed Circuit Boards — 5-year warranty
- Electrical Parts — 2-year warranty
Bernina’s warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship for the original purchaser. Mechanical parts are covered for 20 years, circuit boards for 5 years, and electrical parts for 2 years. Important: warranty coverage is limited to the cost of the affected part only — labor charges are not included. All shipping costs to and from the dealer or designated service point are the purchaser’s responsibility. The warranty must be registered via the Bernina Customer Portal within 30 days of purchase, or countersigned by an authorized Bernina dealer within 90 days — otherwise coverage is void. Original proof of purchase required for all service.
Your Bernina warranty is valid at any authorized Bernina dealer — return your machine to an authorized location for all repairs and replacements.
Why Buy From Us
When you buy from Sew It Online, you're covered — before, during, and after the sale.
- Real Support When You Need It — call us first. Our techs and education specialists solve a lot over video, find you a local repair shop, or walk you through shipping it back. Just keep your box.
- Warranty Valid at Any Authorized Dealer — your coverage travels with you. Take your machine anywhere for service, no questions asked.
Plus, every machine purchase includes access to our full education library — see the Education tab.
What Education Is Included
Every machine purchase includes access to our full education library:
- ✂️ Sew What's Possible Challenge — start sewing real projects fast.
- 📚 Beyond The Basics — level up your technique.
- 🧵 Machine Maintenance Course — keep your machine running right.
- 🏆 From Box to Confidence — sewing the same day it arrives.
Designer Julian Collins talks about the new BERNINA L 860
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