I used a slant nedle touch n sew for about 30 years. Made clothing for kids and me, furniture slipcovers, upholstery, drapes, etc, etc. Replaced it with an embroidery machine 8 years ago. Still have the singer an it still works fine. It's a much better machine than the singers on the market today. Why do you think so many of us are buying featherweights? They're older singers.