This is the first sewing machine I have owned, it was purchased for me by my grandma in 1998. I have used it on and off over the years and it has been overall a very good product.  It is easy to use for the most part and pretty reliable.  I have had a few problems with it messing up the stitching but I took it back to JoAnn Fabrics and they were able to service it and get it working properly again.  The only issue I am having with the machine right now is that when I put the plastic cover over the bobbin area, it seems to get the thread caught up in it. So I just use the machine without that cover on it and it works fine.  The different stitching options are very nice and they are easy to select.  I also like the fact that it winds the bobbin automatically.  One minor thing that some people may not like is that Husqvarna strongly recommends that you use a high-end (and more expensive) thread that won't give off as many fibers as the lower quality thread. For me this isn't a big deal because I don't sew very much but for people who sew a lot it could be a disadvantage. Overall this is a very nice, durable machine that I enjoy using. 

ekandrew

Maitland, FL

I have been sewing on a machine I received as a 1st anniversary gift from my husband back in 1961.  About 10 years ago I got this machine mainly so I could do other than straight stitches.  It does what I wanted it for, but I will admit, it is not as sturdy and reliable as my *old* Singer.  I should have shopped around more, but this one will do fine.  There are machines that have a lot more features for the same price or less.

PEPPERHILLDIVA

Florissant, MO