You all are so kind and helpful! I'm going to see The Wizard (my Bernie dealer-I just love him)on Thursday. There is so much to learn with this new machine. I have an 830 Record from 1974 so this 430 is WAY different. I will always piece with my 830 because it makes the perfect scant quarter inch. I will be start taking lessons on this new one in the fall. Something to look forward to. Again I thank you all for being there!