I have had berninas since 1991. It is the most reliable machine I have ever seen. Mine is all metal and I can't get rid of it. I got a Bernina Aurora QE 440 and had planned to donate the old one, but just couldn't part with it. I have lots of feet, and discovered the other day that they do not fit the new Bernina. I am now in the process of uploading a question on the board to see if anyone knows of an adapter so I can use the old bernina feet on the new bernina. You will never regret getting the one you saw. The price is great-do it fast!!!