These are great machines, I have my original machine. It is a Bernina 830 Record that I bought in 1972 for $350. It was a lot of money for a nursing student. I still use and love that machine, although I use my Bernina 440 QE mostly. A word of advice: only use original Bernina bobbins and feet, you will have better results. They cost a wee bit more but are worth it. Congratulations.