I impulsively purchased this exact machine this morning! I took a look at the new 12” Juki ($$$). and then I asked the sales gal about this machine sitting next to the new one. She got all excited and told me that shE LOVES hers and then started to point out all of the features. The shop owner chimed in with the same feedback. So....I ordered it! I blamed them for being so positive about their experience sewing and FMQIng on it. Lol! Looking fprward to playing with it.