I sold my little white (celery green) Featherweight about a year ago and have regretted it ever since. What a great little workhorse she was. And I just loved to look at her. It's amazing how we bond with our machines. I kept my Singer 301a shortbed for piecing and I love everything about her. My latest search is for a 99, and I'd dearly love to find a Singer 353 or 354, the model I learned to sew on. But nothing can replace my old Domestic boat anchor. It's all metal, does a few decorative stitches and is the most reliable machine I have when it comes to the heavy lifting of upholstery and large quilting projects. Bottom line is that I truly appreciate the antique and vintage machines for their workmanship and durability.