I learned how to sew on a Kenmore more than 50 years ago - have always had Kenmores since then, now work with my electronic workhorse and it's serger cousin, both Kenmores, bought them about 9 years ago, also have my grandma's Kenmore in the cabinet - my old Singers (FW and treadle) are fun but for everyday sewing, I swear by my Kenmores. They just can't be beat.