Yes, the BF has a vertical bobbin. When my 301 needed a cord repair, the BF was my only back up machine that would FMQ as well as the 301. My 15 clone wasn't good enough for me. It still has the original round black rubber belt, but I bet an cogged orange one be found to fit. My LQS has them with only 1/8" variation in diameter.
Yes, the machine has close tolerances but I'm used to that with the Elna. You just need to keep it oiled. That one has been serviced so it should be good to go. I do like the knee control.
Last edited by irishrose; 07-09-2013 at 07:25 AM.