I decided after 4 years and many, many quilts done by LAs that I had actually brought a LA twice! I now have one (Jewel-BabyLock) and am happy with my purchase (although I have not used it). I feel kinda scared to use it. I have it setup and ready to go & I just dust it off every week. I went with Jewel BabyLock because of the service I could get in the area where I am living and the area where I will be retiring. That was a factor. I don't want to send it off to be maintained or repair. In both areas, I have at least 2.3 service places. Kay sold it to me at the Houston Show and she is offers classes in St Louis at least 5/6 times this year. Another +!!! This September I will be going there for classes. Don't get me wrong I have taken numerous classes but still do not feel comfortable. Classes and repair/maintenance schedules were very important to me!