Howdy, well I convinced my wife I needed a sewing machine. I started out with a Chinese shoe patcher 3 or 4 years ago and I can't complain. It sewed as good as my abilities but I wanted a flatbed electric machine. Looked at several amazon choices but the local tandy (2hrs) had the 1919 in stock. It cost a little more but I'd rather buy from an actual business that I can go to. Any how, I was satisfied with the fit and finish and it does sew but I'm not gonna comment on stitch quality as it only