As Mirlam told her about her experience with organ needles, you have to be careful when you are searching for items that are just too cheap to pass up. Would you buy cheap gas or oil for your car??
When I bought my Bernina, it came with Schmetz needles and I have never had a problem with any of their needles. Thanks for the update Jan. Thought they were still made in Germany. Quality control is not up to our high standards in third world countries. That why I pay MORE for my Rowenta iron to be sure it was made in Germany. The less expensive ones I have noticed are made in China. So just be carefully. Some of you have expensive sewing machines.