Brother ST371HD Strong and Tough Sewing Machine
- 37 built-in stitches, auto-size buttonhole
- 800 stitches per minute max speed
- 6 sewing feet plus needle set and twin needle
- Metal needle plate, heavyweight needles
- 120 volts, corded electric
- 25-year limited warranty, lifetime support
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A dependable Brother for everyday sewing on fabrics from silk to denim, with an easy threader and jam-resistant bobbin. It is a mechanical machine with no screen.
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ASIN: B01E54NNSCModel: ST371HDCategory: Sewing Machines
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Overview
A beginner learning on hems or an experienced sewer mending jeans gets a mechanical Brother with a metal needle plate and heavyweight needles. Stitches are chosen by selector, and the drop-in bobbin is built to resist jams.
Wide fabric range and a simple threader make it an easy daily machine. The stitch count is modest and nothing is computerized.
Who it's for
Sewists who move between thin silks and heavier denim or suede can stay on one machine. People after a screen, memory or lettering will not find it.
Pros and cons
- Automatic needle threader
- Jam-resistant drop-in top bobbin
- Drop feed for free-motion sewing
- Built-in carry handle
- Mechanical controls, no screen
- Stitch width not listed
- Heavier at 6.6 kg
Performance notes
The metal needle plate and heavyweight needles carry the load on thick fabric, while the drop-in bobbin removes a common jam point. Speed is capped by the motor, and the free arm handles tube shapes like cuffs and jeans legs.
Specifications
| Brand | Brother |
|---|---|
| Model | ST371HD |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 14.55 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 7.9 × 16.1 × 12.2 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Max sewing speed | 800 stitches per minute |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Input Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Metal |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | 3-piece needle set, 6 feet (spring action zigzag, nonstick, blind stitch, zipper, buttonhole, button sewing), bobbins, spool pin, twin needle |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 25 years |
| Other details | |
| Machine type | Mechanical, heavy duty |
| Built in stitches | 37 |
| Bobbins | Drop-in top, 4 included |
| Needle threader | Automatic |
| Buttonhole | Auto-size |
| Free arm | Yes, with drop feed |
Frequently asked questions
How do I thread the Brother ST371HD?
Use the automatic needle threader, which pushes the thread through the needle, and drop the bobbin in from the top.
Can the Brother ST371HD sew leather and denim?
The description lists denim, leather and suede, helped by the metal needle plate and heavyweight needles.
Is the Brother ST371HD computerized?
No. It is a mechanical sewing machine.
Does the Brother ST371HD come with a twin needle?
Yes. A twin needle is included along with the 3-piece needle set.