I have an 8-yr old Babylock Decorator's choice that was a gift from DH and I use it every day. No machine is perfect, but I don't have many complaints. It pretty much takes whatever I give it. I collect vintage machines that I mostly use as artwork in my home because I think they're beautiful. I also have a 40-yr old Kenmore 3/4 size that was my very first machine and is still going strong. I carry it to classes even though it weighs a ton for all its diminutive size b/c it's just the best little piecing machine.