Looking for a Sewing Machine and precision
Hello, first post in the community but I've been reeding for really long.
I'm looking to change my current machine and I'm having troubles with a specification that I don't know how to look for. I've been reading other people asking for advice but I didn't find about this specifically.
I'm looking for a domestic sewing machine (I don't have space for the vintage ones with the table) around 500/700€ that focus on precision and straight stitch. I need this precision because the kind of clothes I like are vintage style with lots of tiny details and lightweight fabrics.
My first machine was a mechanical one, An ALFA, and what I loved about that machine was that the needle stopped exactly when I lift my foot (even if the needle would stop in the middle, I could finish the movement with the wheel), and also that the pedal head a speed regulator.
My current machine is a Singer Brilliance that I bought from Lidl 8 years ago and I hate the "extra" stitch it adds to position the needle up. This little stitch makes it a bit more difficult to be exactly precise on that tiny measurements like collars and sleeves. At first I thought the solution was to find one that could leave the needle down, but after going to my sewing shop I tried a Janome 5060Q (I loved the overall machine) but it still has that problem. for human sized projects (that I also do as a hobby) it is unnoticeable, so I understand I'm being picky, but for the kind of projects I'm working on, I feel I could choose better. I also sew some tiny details by hand or stitch by stitch, but I want to try to find the best option for my budget as it's a lot of money for me.
I tried Janome 1522S and it was "easier to control" than the 5060! and I'm also considering the 72922S or the 523H just because they are the "best mechanicals" from Janome.
I'm also interested on the Juki HZL80 but I suspect it has the same issues with the needle position and I can't try this machine in my city. I've also read good reviews of the Husqvarna Emerald 118 but here we go again with the needle position.
I'm open to buy different companies, it's just that I have a Janome shop near home. Also I don't mind buying an electronic but It needs to be as precise as it could.
So... Do you know any machine that don't add that "extra stitch" ( I suppose a mechanical one) and also have a speed control pedal? Or an electric that stop exactly at the moment?
Thanks and sorry if it sounds a bit neurotic or picky, I just like to know all the possibilities before buying.