I have never purchased from Quilt shows, but when I was at nancynotions weekend last year people were purchasing machines and babylock has a huge supply their and customer were able to take once purchased. I totally agree with Quilt30 the training classes and other specials may not be available as if you purchased from store dealer, just make sure you ask those questions and get it in writing, and if they do offer find out where this may not be near your home.