[quote=Nanamoms]Ok, I have a question...I have access to my mother's Kenmore which I learned to sew on. I started sewing at age 12 and that was hmmmmm, let's see, 48 years ago. It is mounted in a cabinet and has the knee lever for sewing. I had it at my house for a long time, then due to space limits, I took her back to my sister's (who swears Mama gave it to her...but she did NOT!) Anyway, my sister doesn't have a clue...it's sitting in her garage. So my question is...should I get her back and research her. Is she old enough to be considered an antique? If I remember correctly, she is a gray color. it sounds like your home would be a good place for the machine to live. that said, NOTHING is worth causing a family riff. ive seen a couple of very nice families "go to war" over "stuff". if sis is adamant that it is hers, move on. maybe she will see the light when she sees your other machines and how you care fore/use them. just my 2 cents.