Manalto

Industrials are made for production work, so they're often designed for one task or material only so they're not versatile like a domestic, and they go super fast (you don't want one of these). However, there are some industrial models that are great for general sewing (straight stitch and zigzag) with a roomy throat space. I'm on the lookout for a reasonably-priced Pfaff 138, a machine that fits this description. You might want to talk to a tailor or someone in the costume shop at a theater or college with a dramatic arts department if there's one near where you live. Both typically use larger machines. The cost of a good used one varies a lot, so if you decide to go this route, I suggest shopping patiently around.