It is a mechanical machine that sews only straight stitches (no zig-zag and no decorative stitches), but it sews the straight ones very fast.
As a mechanical machine, you will fiddle with the tension and it likes to be oiled a lot.
So, if you don't want, or need any "fancy" stitches, it may be the right machine for you.
I have a Pfaff Grandquilter that is going on the frame to stay there. My regular sewing machine is a Babylock Espire because I need the fancy stitches.