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White full-size sewing machine with stitch selector dial, free arm, and clear bobbin cover

Brother

Brother SM1704 17-Stitch Sewing Machine

SKU CH-NWMY-H9R6F MPN SM1704

Full-size sewing machine with 17 stitches, dial selection, four presser feet, free arm and jam-resistant drop-in bobbin

  • TypeOthers
  • 17 utility and decorative stitches for versatile projects
  • Simple dial stitch selection speeds up setup
  • Jam-resistant Quick-Set drop-in top bobbin reduces thread snags
  • Four presser feet handle zippers, buttonholes, buttons and general sewing
  • Free arm enables easy cuff and sleeve stitching

Everyday sewing machine

The Brother SM1704 is a lightweight, full-size sewing machine built for everyday mending and basic garment construction. It provides 17 utility and decorative stitches selected by a simple dial. Beginners and occasional sewists who need straightforward operation without computerised menus will find it suitable. It is not for buyers who want computerised stitch libraries, embroidery functions or automatic thread cutting.

Mechanical controls and free arm

Stitch selection, tension adjustment and reverse sewing are all handled by mechanical dials and levers, so there are no electronic motors or fans to generate noise or draw standby power. The free arm allows cuff and sleeve work without extra bulk. The machine runs on standard household current with no special cooling requirements.

Included feet and accessories

Four presser feet cover zipper insertion, buttonhole creation, button sewing and general stitching. A twin needle, extra spool pin and darning plate expand stitch options for hems and free-motion work. The jam-resistant Quick-Set drop-in top bobbin, clear-view cover and automatic bobbin winding simplify setup. An instructional DVD and bilingual English-Spanish manual guide first-time users through threading and basic projects.

Highlights

  • 17 utility and decorative stitches for versatile projects
  • Simple dial stitch selection speeds up setup
  • Jam-resistant Quick-Set drop-in top bobbin reduces thread snags
  • Four presser feet handle zippers, buttonholes, buttons and general sewing
  • Free arm enables easy cuff and sleeve stitching

Specifications

Brandbrother
ModelSM1704
TypeOthers
Shipping weight6.69 kg
Package size502 × 406 × 305 mm

Questions about this item

How do I install the bobbin on the Brother SM1704, and what step do people often get wrong?

Use the Quick-Set™ drop-in top bobbin: open the clear-view cover, drop the wound bobbin in following the thread guide arrows, and pull thread through the tension slot. The step people miss is skipping the tension slot, which causes loose stitches.

What maintenance or replacement will the Brother SM1704 need later?

Replace sewing machine needles regularly as they dull; swap presser feet (zipper, buttonhole, button, general) for different tasks; clean lint from the bobbin area and feed dogs periodically; rewind bobbins using the automatic winding system as thread runs out.

What limit appears first on the Brother SM1704 during sustained sewing?

The 17 built-in stitch selections accessed by the dial are the fixed limit; you cannot add more stitch patterns. For long sessions, the lightweight frame may vibrate more than heavier machines, and the motor is designed for everyday mending rather than continuous heavy-duty use.

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