Most of my quilting life I have only had a Bernina 910 (now 25 years old and VERY heavy). I also recently bought a cabinet for it, so taking it out of the cabinet, and it's weight, are both drawbacks for using it for a class. I really wanted a featherweight, but money has been very tight. Started spreading the word that I was looking for one, while asking my MIL if any of her older quilting friends, who don't quilt anymore, might have one they want to get rid of. My SIL was listening and said that I was describing one that sounded like the one she had ( she is not a sewer). She was sure I wouldn't want this "old stinky thing". She had to hunt for it, and sure enough, it was a featherweight. I had it cleaned up, oiled, etc... it works great and it was a gift. I love it.