Originally Posted by
RuthiesRetreat3
First good report on a Kenmore that I've seen on this site. I've had my Kenmore since the 70s and it has never been serviced (outside) or repaired, and it's still my favorite go-to machine. I think it was actually made by Brother for the Sears stores but at a fraction of the price of other Brothers.
Ditto this. As a portable though, it will pull your wrist bones out of place - HEAVY! But it is the go to for heavy duty stuff like mending jeans, upholstery, leather or just many layers.