We have recently discussed sergers if you use the search function you will get even more responses. I have the Brother 1034D and like it. Threading isn't a problem if I tie the new thread to the old one and pull it through. Yes, the Babylock air threaded one is great but not everyone can or wants to spend that much money on a serger. I do use mine, not necessarily for quilting, but have made many pajama pants and some totes. I've only had it about a year.