I bought this machine almost two years ago to be used as a class machine, (my Elna was to heavy to cart to class and the brohter weights only 8 pound), it is a nice little machine, it does everything my $2000 machine does for $200, its really a great buy. ITs set up all the time in the sewing room as I do less classes now. I have MORE than got my money's worth from that machine. There's my 2 cents. Good luck !
Gail