My DH bought me a Pfaff 1222 from the factory 40 years ago. That machine sewed for 4 kids, tailored fatigues, sewed on patches for the GI's. I dragged her from base to base. She finally broke down, was too expensive to repair. My daughter was using her for straight stitching repairs when her home burned down. I have a Viking that I adore, still miss the Pfaff. I would keep it for sentimental reasons.I would try another dealer. Blessings!