My 301 is my go-to machine and one that the DDs can use and use well. I have a Bel Air DeLuxe (not a 15 clone) that was made in Occupied Japan that I love for heavy duty stuff. That being said, love my Necchi BU for zigzag stitching but also love my Free which uses 15X1 needles for putting on bindings. Have not scratched the surface of the machines in my possession either. Have a Two Spools which I don't use much but I enjoy playing with her too. Forgot to mention my very vintage Bernina which is also used for zigzagging because I can get a really wide zigzag on that boy. It is a Model 117K or L.
Last edited by chris_quilts; 09-14-2013 at 05:47 PM.