I love old, solid, sewing machines that are made of metal and do not have any computer electronics. Almost all of my machines are older then me, (I qualify for Medicare,) and still going strong. I have a 1910 Singer treadle and many other machines from that date on. I love the mechanical nature of my machines...the way they move, the gleam of the metal and definitely the way that they sew. I'm able to maintain them myself, although they never need it, so there are no expensive repair bills.