I have an older one 1473, bought it in the 90's I believe used and it has been a work horse for me. Easy to use, great for any material. Used to make costumes for my shop with it, using furs and silk, velvets...never had a problem. Now I quilt and sew still with it. Did just recently buy me a brother for the knee lift and thread cutter also. You can't go wrong with them, is how I feel.