I have been looking for the same model. I "test drove" it and was very pleased. I'm from Pgh too. And my old Viking 1100 has finally given up the ghost. I have been angling for a new machine and can't justify putting any more $$ into the old one to get it up and working again. I just loved my old Viking and researched the Sapphire. It seems to have everything I need. Let me know how you do with it!! Did you get it from Amy Baughman?