I bought a 301A (long bed) a few years ago off of Ebay, and I love it! It is my machine I take to church for our Tuesday quilt sessions, it sews through heavy layers like butter. I oil and lubricate it a couple times a year and it is fabulous. Mine came with a case which is so handy. Last year I had to replace the plug in on the cord, but other than that nothing has broken down. Get the 301.