I have a 830 and it has plastic gears. I have had it for about 35 to 30 years and I have sewn all my kids and my clothes as well as for others to support us. The only thing I have had to replace is the brushes. And I think a cord for the pedal. Those gears are strong!!
Lynda
Originally Posted by
miriam
I've been a bit afraid to use mine because of the plastic gears