Great machine so far. It handles easily and it's very sturdy. I've been sewing masks nonstop without any issues. However, I've noticed it doesn't do great stitching light fabrics with a tight seam allowance. That's okay, because it handles multiple layers without a problem.
I purchased a 4452 Sewing machine and received it on April15th. Started making a mask noticed the machine is not sticking properly. After waiting 1 hour and 15 minutes on hold your tech support told me to send it back. No replacement. You would not even offer an exchange. In addition I still am awaiting a return label. Very disappointing.
This model is easy to set up and use. I tend to pull out my sewing machine randomly for project. So started making masks , 260+, so far. Hope this is my last machine as my old singer which still runs lasted me 28 years. Quality made in America product goes a long way with me.
I just had to replace my Grandmother's 75 year old Singer. It made me a little sad to see it go. But, boy this machine made it so easy to upgrade. Simple start-up, easy to use, user friendly manual and I love the clear bobbin cover. I am a novice and it is great to see how the thread is coming out. The reverse for back-stitching is awesome. And the heavy duty is no joke. It tackled masks with a filtration layer, like it was nothing. And a duck cloth string backback was a snap. Not to mention, I got my machine as quick as I would have expected in normal times, let alone how things are now. Amazing!
Right now I am sewing masks for my fellow workers. My old machine was going on 50 years old and it just would not go through multiple layers of clothing. This machine glides through. I made a mask for my husband that was made from tough outdoor fabric and the machine had no trouble with it.