That's true, Janey. I love mine. I bought it new about 45 years ago. I still use it occasionally.
I still would not spend money on a touch and sew. The only thing it will do that an older slant machine (400s and 500s) won't do is chain stitch (not really sure about that, and I really don't use it) and a stretch stitch (only on machines that take the white cams, which I think is limited to the 700 series). That's why I keep my 778.
The 400s and 500s are cheap, well made and readily available. That's why I don't bother with the Touch and Sews anymore.
bkay