Traditional metal chassis
A sturdy internal foundation supports stable everyday sewing and regular home use.
Traditional metal-chassis mechanical sewing machine
Brother GS2700
Make dressmaking, alterations, repairs and everyday home sewing easier with a dependable mechanical machine that gives you more room to grow. The Brother GS2700 combines 27 built-in stitches, stretch-stitch capability, adjustable stitch width and length, a one-step buttonhole, automatic needle threading and a Quick-Set top-loading bobbin.
27
built-in sewing stitches
1 Step
automatic buttonhole
800 SPM
maximum sewing speed
5mm
maximum stitch width
Simple mechanical controls with useful room to develop
The Brother GS2700 is designed for beginners, returning sewists and home makers who want dependable mechanical operation without being limited to only a handful of basic stitches.
Its 27-stitch library covers everyday construction, stretch sewing, overcasting, blind hems, repairs, decorative work and an automatic one-step buttonhole.
Stitch width and length can be adjusted to suit the fabric, thread and sewing technique, giving the GS2700 more flexibility than many entry-level machines.
The traditional metal chassis provides a stable foundation for regular dressmaking, alterations and general household sewing.
A mechanical domestic sewing machine
The Brother GS2700 uses mechanical dials rather than an LCD screen or electronic stitch-selection controls.
It is intended for dressmaking, basic alterations, repairs, stretch sewing, craft projects and general home use.
It is not an industrial sewing machine and does not use walking-foot, needle-feed or compound-feed action.
Practical features that make everyday sewing easier
27 built-in stitches
Sew utility, stretch, overcasting, blind-hem and decorative patterns.
One-step buttonhole
Create a consistently sized buttonhole in one continuous sewing sequence.
Automatic needle threader
Use the built-in mechanism to help guide thread through the needle eye.
Quick-Set Bobbin
Drop the bobbin into the top-loading case and begin sewing without manually raising the lower thread.
Adjustable stitch width
Alter zigzag and compatible stitch widths up to approximately 5mm.
Adjustable stitch length
Fine-tune stitch density and length up to approximately 4mm.
Drop feed
Lower the feed dogs for darning, free-motion work and selected creative techniques.
27
Built-in sewing stitches
Utility, stretch, finishing, blind-hem, decorative and buttonhole options.
More than the basic essentials
Useful stitch choice for varied home projects
The GS2700 provides the core stitches required for garments and repairs while adding stretch and decorative options for more creative sewing.
Every stitch is shown on the front of the machine, making selection quick and easy.
- Straight stitches
- Zigzag stitches
- Stretch stitches
- Overcasting stitches
- Blind-hem stitches
- Decorative patterns
- Button-sewing capability
- One-step buttonhole
Clear mechanical stitch selection
Choose your stitch using the large front dial
Match the required stitch to its number on the front chart and rotate the large selector dial.
Separate top controls adjust stitch width, stitch length and upper-thread tension.
This direct layout is easy to understand and avoids complicated menus or digital settings.
- Large stitch-selector dial
- Visible stitch chart
- Mechanical width adjustment
- Mechanical length adjustment
- Manual tension control
- Reverse-sewing lever
Professional garment finishing made easier
Automatic one-step buttonhole
Place the button into the supplied buttonhole foot and lower the buttonhole lever.
The machine uses the button as a sizing guide and completes the full buttonhole in one continuous operation.
This produces more repeatable results than manually sewing separate buttonhole stages.
- Automatic button measurement
- One continuous sequence
- Consistent buttonhole length
- Buttonhole foot included
- Ideal for dressmaking
- Useful for alterations
1 Step
Automatic buttonhole sewing
Complete the full buttonhole without manually changing between separate sewing stages.
Built-in automatic needle threader
Follow the marked upper-thread route and operate the threading lever beside the needle.
The mechanism helps guide the thread through the needle eye, reducing the need to thread it entirely by hand.
This is particularly helpful for new sewists, anyone with reduced close-up vision and projects involving frequent thread changes.
Quick preparation and visible thread supply
Quick-Set top-loading bobbin
Drop the bobbin into the horizontal bobbin case, follow the marked thread path and trim the excess thread.
The machine can begin sewing without manually pulling the bobbin thread through the needle plate.
A transparent bobbin cover makes it easy to see when the lower thread is running low.
- Horizontal top-loading bobbin
- Quick-Set thread route
- No manual lower-thread pickup
- Transparent bobbin cover
- Easy cleaning access
- Brother 11.5mm bobbins
Built-in stretch stitches
Ordinary straight stitching may break when a stretchy garment is pulled over the body.
The GS2700 includes stretch patterns designed to flex more effectively with suitable knit and elastic fabrics.
Match the machine with a suitable stretch or ballpoint needle and test the selected stitch on a fabric offcut before sewing the finished garment.
- Cotton jersey
- Interlock
- Rib knit
- Stretch woven fabric
- T-shirt repairs
- Children’s clothing
Variable stitch width and length
Stitch width changes the side-to-side movement of zigzag and compatible decorative stitches.
Stitch length controls how far the fabric advances between each stitch.
These controls allow the GS2700 to adapt more effectively to fine fabrics, ordinary garments, top stitching, gathering and selected decorative techniques.
Up to 5mm width
Adjust zigzag, finishing and compatible decorative stitches.
Up to 4mm length
Select shorter or longer stitching to suit fabric weight and technique.
Manual tension control
Fine-tune upper-thread tension for different threads and materials.
Reverse sewing
Secure the beginning and end of ordinary seams using the reverse lever.
800
Maximum stitches per minute
Responsive mechanical sewing controlled through the supplied foot controller.
Efficient sewing for garments and repairs
Foot-controlled variable speed
The GS2700 reaches speeds up to approximately 800 stitches per minute.
Light pressure on the foot controller provides slower operation for corners and detailed areas.
Firmer pressure increases speed for longer garment seams, curtains and repeated sewing.
- Up to 800 stitches per minute
- Foot-controller operation
- Variable pedal response
- Slower corner control
- Efficient long seams
- No electronic speed limiter
Easy flatbed-to-free-arm conversion
Remove the accessory compartment to expose the free arm.
Sleeves, trouser hems, cuffs and children’s garments can then be positioned around the narrow machine bed.
Refit the compartment to restore the larger flat sewing surface and integrated accessory storage.
- Sleeves
- Trouser hems
- Cuffs
- Children’s garments
- Small circular projects
- Flatbed sewing surface
Lowerable feed dogs
Drop feed lowers the feed dogs beneath the needle plate so the machine no longer advances the fabric automatically.
You can then move the project manually for darning, thread drawing and selected free-motion techniques.
A compatible optional darning or free-motion foot is recommended for these applications.
LED sewing light
The built-in LED light illuminates the needle, presser foot and immediate sewing area.
Better visibility makes it easier to follow seam guides, work with dark fabric and sew using matching thread.
Best suited to light and medium-weight home sewing
The GS2700 is designed for dressmaking, basic alterations and general household projects.
It can sew a broad range of ordinary woven and stretch materials when fitted with the correct needle and thread.
Regular thick denim, heavy canvas, upholstery assemblies, dense webbing and leather production require a stronger domestic or industrial machine.
- Dress cotton
- Quilting cotton
- Polyester blends
- Linen blends
- Light jersey
- Interlock
- Light curtain fabric
- Medium-weight home fabrics
Useful accessories for everyday sewing
Four presser feet included
The standard package includes the essential presser feet required for general construction, zips, buttonholes and button attachment.
- Zigzag Foot J
- Buttonhole Foot A
- Zipper Foot I
- Button Sewing Foot M
- Foot controller
- Brother bobbins
- Needle set
- Twin needle
- Extra spool pin
- Seam ripper
- Cleaning brush
- Screwdriver
- Accessory bag
- Instructional material
- Operation manual
A versatile mechanical machine for everyday home sewing
Beginner sewing
Dressmaking
Basic alterations
Garment repairs
Stretch sewing
Children’s clothing
Craft projects
Basic patchwork
Cushions
Light curtains
Home décor
Sewing classes
Explore the Brother GS2700
Brother GS2510, GS2700 or TY400G?
| Brother GS2510 | A simpler mechanical machine with 25 stitches and a four-step buttonhole. |
|---|---|
| Brother GS2700 | Adds an automatic needle threader and one-step buttonhole while retaining straightforward mechanical controls. |
| Brother TY400G | Expands the stitch library to 37 and includes a wide extension table for larger projects. |
| Best reason to choose the GS2700 | It offers an excellent balance of price, easy setup, adjustable stitches and dependable metal-chassis construction. |
Important information before purchasing
The Brother GS2700 is a mechanical domestic sewing machine. It is not computerised and does not have an LCD screen.
It includes 27 built-in stitches and one automatic one-step buttonhole.
Maximum stitch width is approximately 5mm and maximum stitch length is approximately 4mm.
Sewing speed is controlled through the foot controller. There is no electronic speed-limiting slider or start and stop button.
The machine has a manual thread-cutting point. It does not have automatic electronic upper and bobbin thread cutting.
Drop feed is included, but a compatible optional free-motion or darning foot may be required for specialist techniques.
A wide extension table is available separately and is not included in the standard package.
The GS2700 is designed for normal household sewing rather than continuous commercial production or very heavy assemblies.
Brother GS2700 specifications
| Machine type | Mechanical domestic sewing machine |
|---|---|
| Internal construction | Traditional metal chassis |
| Built-in stitches | 27, including the buttonhole |
| Stretch stitches | Yes |
| Buttonhole | One automatic one-step style |
| Maximum sewing speed | Up to approximately 800 stitches per minute |
| Maximum stitch width | Approximately 5mm |
| Maximum stitch length | Approximately 4mm |
| Stitch selection | Large mechanical selection dial |
| Stitch-width control | Mechanical adjustment dial |
| Stitch-length control | Mechanical adjustment dial |
| Thread-tension control | Manual upper-thread tension dial |
| Needle threader | Built-in automatic needle-threading mechanism |
| Bobbin type | Horizontal top-loading bobbin |
| Quick-Set Bobbin | Yes |
| Reverse sewing | Yes, using the mechanical reverse lever |
| Drop feed | Yes |
| Free arm | Yes |
| Sewing light | LED |
| Foot controller | Included |
| Presser feet included | Four |
| Wide table | Available separately |
| Approximate weight | Approximately 5.6kg |
| LCD display | No |
| Start and stop button | No |
| Electronic speed slider | No |
| Needle up/down button | No |
| Automatic electronic thread cutter | No |
| Built-in lettering | No |
| Embroidery capability | No |
What comes with the Brother GS2700?
Included presser feet
- Zigzag Foot J
- Buttonhole Foot A
- Zipper Foot I
- Button Sewing Foot M
Needles, bobbins and thread accessories
- Brother bobbins
- Needle set
- Twin needle
- Extra spool pin
- Spool caps
Tools, operation and documentation
- Foot controller
- Seam ripper
- Cleaning brush
- Screwdriver
- Accessory bag
- Instructional material
- Operation manual
- Quick-reference information
Recommended optional accessories
Patchwork and quilting accessories
- Brother WT9 wide extension table
- 1/4-inch piecing foot
- Walking foot
- Quilting foot
- Free-motion quilting foot
- Stitch-in-the-ditch foot
- Quilting guide
Garment and specialist sewing feet
- Concealed zipper foot
- Blind-stitch foot
- Overcasting foot
- Adjustable zipper and piping foot
- Non-stick foot
- Roller foot
- Gathering foot
- Binding foot
- Narrow hemmer foot
- Side cutter foot
Needles, bobbins and sewing supplies
- Brother 11.5mm bobbins
- Universal sewing needles
- Stretch needles
- Ballpoint needles
- Microtex needles
- Jeans needles
- Quality sewing thread
Brother GS2700 FAQ
How many stitches does the Brother GS2700 have?
It includes 27 built-in stitches, including utility, stretch, decorative and buttonhole options.
Is the Brother GS2700 computerised?
No. It is a mechanical sewing machine operated using dials and a foot controller.
Does it have a metal frame?
Yes. Brother describes the GS2700 as a traditional metal-chassis sewing machine.
Does it make an automatic buttonhole?
Yes. It includes one automatic one-step buttonhole.
Does it have an automatic needle threader?
Yes. The built-in threader helps guide the upper thread through the needle eye.
Does it use a top-loading bobbin?
Yes. It uses Brother’s horizontal Quick-Set top-loading bobbin system.
Can it sew stretch fabric?
Yes. It includes stretch stitches for suitable jersey, interlock and elastic fabrics.
Can it sew denim?
It can sew occasional garment-weight denim with the correct jeans needle, thread and settings. It is not intended for regular heavy denim production.
Can it sew canvas?
It may handle light canvas projects, but regular thick canvas and bulky assemblies require a stronger machine.
Can it sew leather?
It is not recommended for thick leather goods. Selected thin, soft garment leather may be possible with the correct setup and careful testing.
Can stitch width and length be adjusted?
Yes. Maximum stitch width is approximately 5mm and maximum stitch length is approximately 4mm.
Does it have a free arm?
Yes. Remove the accessory compartment to sew sleeves, cuffs and trouser hems.
Can the feed dogs be lowered?
Yes. The GS2700 includes drop feed for darning and selected free-motion techniques.
Can it free-motion quilt?
Yes. Lower the feed dogs and fit a compatible optional free-motion or darning foot.
Does it include a walking foot?
No. A compatible Brother walking foot is available separately.
Does it include a wide table?
No. The compatible Brother WT9 extension table is available separately.
Can it sew without a foot controller?
No. The GS2700 is operated using the supplied foot controller.
Does it have an electronic speed slider?
No. Sewing speed is controlled by how much pressure is applied to the foot controller.
Does it cut the thread automatically?
No. Threads are trimmed manually using the machine’s thread-cutting point or scissors.
How many presser feet are included?
Brother’s standard regional package includes four presser feet.
Is the GS2700 suitable for beginners?
Yes. Its visible stitch chart, large dials, automatic needle threader and Quick-Set Bobbin make it beginner friendly.
Is it suitable for fashion students?
Yes. It provides useful construction stitches, adjustable settings and a one-step buttonhole for introductory garment sewing.
What is the difference between the GS2510 and GS2700?
The GS2700 adds an automatic needle threader and one-step buttonhole, while the GS2510 uses a four-step buttonhole.
What is the difference between the GS2700 and TY400G?
The TY400G adds more stitches and an included wide table. The GS2700 is a lower-priced everyday option with a one-step buttonhole and automatic needle threader.
Is it suitable for commercial production?
It is designed primarily for domestic use. Continuous production or demanding heavy materials may require an industrial machine.
Product information, brochure and support
Brother New Zealand
View the current New Zealand product information, warranty details and compatible accessories.
Official Brochure
Compare the GS2700 with the GS2510 and review the official feature overview.
Brother Manuals
Access the operation manual, basic guide, quick-reference information and accessory catalogue.
Buy from New Zealand Brother sewing specialists
Expert advice, genuine warranty assistance and in-house servicing
Direct Sewing has supplied sewing, quilting, embroidery, overlocking and industrial equipment throughout New Zealand since 2001.
Our experienced team can explain needle selection, stretch stitches, buttonholes, machine setup and the practical differences between the Brother GS2510, GS2700 and TY400G.
Your Brother GS2700 is supported by genuine New Zealand warranty assistance and our own in-house technical workshop. Servicing and repairs are completed by experienced sewing-machine technicians with decades of industry knowledge.
For beginners and everyday home sewists wanting simple mechanical controls, a dependable metal chassis, adjustable stitches and an automatic one-step buttonhole, the Brother GS2700 offers outstanding value.