I don't have a featherweight and probably won't get one, unless I find one at an incredible price. That said, I do have some older machines. I wanted to find a treadle like my Mom and Mamaw used. Both of these precious ladies are gone and finding a machine was kind of like link to them.
The other old machines just drew me to them. I loved the look of a Rocketeer and found one in a cabinet in excellent condition for only $10.00. And my 301A is to use for FMQ. It has wonderful reviews and I hope to try it when I feel more comfortable with my quilting.