I test drove a pffaf over 35 years ago. I have sewn on this machine for over 35 years. This year I loan the machine to a friend and the electronic board went out and I need to locate a repair man to fix my machine. It turns on, but will not sew. I have bought 2 other machines which I love as well, both pffafs. I like the fact I don't usually have to worry about tension, thickness of sewing project and it sews very smoothly and nicely. I have had no problems with any of my pffaf machines. I'm sold on this brand.