When I realized that I am hooked on quilting I decided I needed a better machine. I tried several Pfaffs at my LQS. Then my daughter-in-law who is a seamstress told me about Featherweights. Fortunately the city I live in has a sewing center owned by a Singer expert. He had several Featherweights and I bought one parts, case and all. It honestly looks brand new and I LOVE IT. Wouldn't think of using anything else right now.