Hi,
what I did was first be realistic about the price I wanted to spend next what exactly did I plan to use the machine for (mostly quilting) I went to Bernina-Janome- Husquvarna-Sears Then I sat at each machine and worked on a small quilting patch (8X8)square the only one I didn't sit at and work at was Sears they were just not set up for it aat the Mall that I went to. But the Bernina I looked at had a bobbin I was not comfortable with (problems with my hands and wrists) but the machine was OK then on to the Husquvarna Tht one was ok too but the Janome is the one I was most comfortable with and she is now living in my quilting room and we are very happy together. So many things I love about it would make me sound like a salesperson Just take your time and the right one will come along for you