I like my Singer Featherweight for piecing. I can be more accurate and the needleplate is single. I use several layers of painters tape to mark where a scant 1/4 " seam edge should ride. It works well for me. I have used a lot of different machines and prefer this for piecing. I use my new Viking for machine quilting, etc.This is my first comment on this site. I have been enjoying all the comments for several weeks now.