I have a Bernina 1230 that I bought used years ago. Never a problem and am still using it. I'm not ever sure what year it was made. Also have a Viking..........old one that I use as a spare. Have had an Elna, Babylock, Brother, and a Kenmore. Of these, the Kenmore was best. I don't even know if Sears makes a machine. I have to say that the Babylock was my worst mistake. My opinion.