I have a 1954 White FW. I have been using it a lot to piece table runners. I love the way it stitches and it certainly fits my need. I have several other machines, including a 1963 Singer 328 K, a couple of Singer Touch 'N Sews, a Singer 1425, a Babylock Serger (I got free) and a National Two Spool Treadle. More than enough machines for me to sew on! I love my FW and I use it almost every day, even though I still work full-time! My 328K is my "go-to" machine, and I've owned it since it was new! I love the old machines, but I guess I'm NOT a collector! LOL
Jeanette