I purchased this machine as a replacement for one that had just broken down. I have done some very heavy sewing on this machine, and it has performed exceptionally well.

I have used it to make a sun screen enclouser for a 24 foot pontoon boat, at to cover seats in  a house boat using heavy weight terry cloth. I have also sewn, very light netting, and heavy denim like fabric, and some fake fur.

 For the price I really don't feel that you can beat this machine.