The problem I have also is that the last local hardware store (small not large) where I live and where I live is quite small, closed years ago and only the old building remains. There used to be a place that repaired older sewing machines around me but it also closed. And there is a man about 40 minutes away that repairs them but I've read very very bad reviews on him, how he's rude and even just dropped someone's sewing machine on the cement. And how he says he wants to retire. I wish I knew someone around me that knew about all of this because I honestly know absolutely nothing.
I was actually pretty surprised with how straight it sewed considering I only had one hand and how tight the stitches were too.
I'm still not completely sure what I want to do. But I do appreciate all of the help so much!!