SewNSewSue, thank you so much for all the great info..I did bid on the one on ebay..it is kinda expensive BUT I am particular about the LOOK of the machine,so will pay for it..my machines are most likely ones I will keep the rest of my life and I take good care of them.
Not sure what you mean by "button controlle",do you mean the foot control button..? I really prefer the one on my Featherweight to my Brother Quattro..easier on my bursitis in my hip..
again, many thanx for your post full of great info..think I will like the slant needle..