I have the newest and greatest Bernina an 880 but if I didn't enjoy sewing on it and the embroidery module I would certainly "trade down". My DH sells and services vintage Singer featherweight 221 machines. And when I go to a class where I don't need the Bernina I will always take a featherweight. They are light and still sew a beautiful straight seam. I even bought a walking foot for it!