I have about 20 machines. One is a featherweight that has sat in its case in the back of the closet since I bought it. I'm sure it is a fine machine, I just have 19 others I like to play with and so it never gets any use. Most of my machines are in cabinets and I prefer that. For some reason I wanted the featherweight so I have it, I don't use it, but I'm not getting rid of it! Do you want to buy something that might never get used? If so, go for it. Otherwise, my opinion is to not spend the money. I'll take my 301 on outings instead of the featherweight.