My daughter has just begun to sew and this machine is well made, drop in bobbin is easy and this machine has lots of features for a beginner or an experienced seamtress. The case is very sturdy and working parts are made of metal, not plastic. The ease of using the machine was nice. She seems very happy with this new machine.
I learned to sew on a Singer when I was in jr. high school. At 65, I ordered this machine hoping that some sewing techniques would come back to me. Easy to get acquainted with, easy to start sewing with. Easy to use.
I mainly use for hemming pants and repairs. This machine is an addition to a Singer my mother purchased for me in 1960 (which is still going strong). Very happy with the speedy shipping - it was great.