I bought my Nolting with no tryouts and it is wonderful and a true workhorse. I bought my former Tin Lizzie with many try outs and it was my worst nightmare ever. Google or read on this site about problems that have come about with the different longarm machines, past and present, and how the respective company handled them. The support from the Nolting Company is top notch. You could not ask for anything better. Also it is COMPLETELY made in the U.S.A.