Featherweight prices are all over the place.. It is what you are willing to pay... When I was in search of the elusive FW I was told that there were very hard to find... BULL! They are everywhere and there is no shortage of them.. I think telling folks they are hard to find is a ploy to drive up the prices.. I do love my featherweight, it sews like a little thrashing machine, but however I do think they are overpriced... If you feel comfortable paying $200 and it is in good shape that is up to you. There are reproduction FW's out there so if you are going to buy one do some research and make sure you are getting an authentic FW.