DH and I were in a habit of wandering to yard sales for a while. Before we left, I always said, I don't need another sewing machine. Need I say, I returned with many. Some were duds, some were gems, some I passed on to friends. I wouldn't put $100 into one but for $20, I say give it a try. Of course, I learned to stay away from certain ones. I once acquired a Touch n Sew with the plastic totally melted inside and out.