A big welcome from West TN! I have the Bernina BSR. I just got it this summer, so I am practicing, practicing, practicing right now on a big quilt. I do like it...it does take some getting used to though. I guess the bottom line on them is that it just gives you 1 less thing to worry about...stitch length as you are worrying about getting those lines smooth. I say, if you can afford it...go for it!