Yes to 301
I have sewn on multiple 301s in the past 10 years. I love them. The visibility around the foot, the speed of the machine, the absolute perfect straight stitch and the durable machining made my decision easy. As long as you oil the machine regularly, keep the bobbin area clean of lint and thread, it is the perfect machine. The machining of the parts is phenomenal and enduring. I changed the light bulb with an LED and it is great. I still use the button foot- adjusted it easily so it does not run hot. I quilt and piece on it. I carry it to classes and retreats. I think $300 is too much unless it was ultra like new. The highest I paid is about $150. You really don't need many accessories. I have bought them from ebay, facebook marketplace and craigslist and made sure the wiring was good and that it came with the original bobbin case. I use vintage bobbins. They are sewn on just about every day. I can't recommend a machine any higher than this machine.