I'm so happy you have this special treasure. I have the "red-eye" in a cabinet I bought at a moving sale in 1962, had given it to my mother to use a few years later...and got it again after her death in 1988. I moved it to my present home and stored it. I renewed my interest in Singers this year, and realized again what a treasure I have. Now I need to find room in my sewing room, rather than the garage! Enjoy your inheritance!