I got frustrated from needing a quick repair or alteration, and have to change from quilting throat plate cover, thread, bobbin. So I have been searching for a second machine. All I really needed to do what straight or zig-zag stiching of different lengths. I found a Singer 6211 for $20, and it sews great! I don't know how old this baby is; will have to do some searching on the Singer web site