Originally Posted by athomenow
I'm rather new to quilting although I have sewn at the beginner to intermediate level for the kids and grandkids. I have two machines but I need to know what the attraction is for the really old machines. Everyone seems so excited when they get these machines and I just have to know why?? What is it they do that others (newer ones) won't? Thanks for indulging me.
I agree with all the things people have said about metal parts, simple mechanism, straight stitch, et.al.; however, all those things can be said for Model T Fords and Model A Fords. I might love to own one of those old cars, but when I drive, I want a 2012 Lincoln. Of course, I can't afford to buy either of the old Fords or the Lincoln, so I drive a Ford Freestyle, just like I use a Janome 4800 for most sewing projects. It has lots of different stitches, can be lifted without a winch, and is super reliable. froggyintexas