I got a Kenmore for my HS graduation in 1978, it was my only machine for 25 years, it's still going strong. Now my herd includes a Viking 6020 from 1970, an Elna Lotus from 1975, and a Bernina 910 from 1983. All great machines I wouldn't give up. AND I was elated with each of those acquisitions! Singers since 1965 don't have the same quality. All my Singers are much older ... and I have a newer Bernina 440 and Bernina serger.