Several years ago I purchased a grace frame and a 1600 Janome. The machine more then paid for itself. Someone came in and offered me a good price for it and I sold it and got a Viking 18" machine. Have a few bugs in it but do like the longer arm. Good luck with your choice. Just remember it does take more then one quilt to learn how to use it. I agree with sewbeadit to watch you tube. Sharon Schamber has great videos.