We fell in love with them to the point where DH now sells and services them. I have 5 FW's in my personal collection. Two 301's ( one tan, one black). And yes I take turns sewing on all of them. I like the new 1/4" plastic Little Foot for a presser foot and purchased a electronic foot controller for those 4 day retreats cuz my foot gets tired pressing on that little button all the time. Plus 5 vintage full size Singers and 3 treadles. All of which rest in my living room when I am not sewing with them. I also love my new Bernina 880 but the FW sews just as nice a straight stitch as it does.