I had a 20-yr. old Singer I loved, but when I got it out to make COVID-19 masks, the presser foot stayed in the down position. The plastic part that needs replacing cannot be done right now due to the repair shops being closed. I found this model and the automatic needle threader was a feature I didn't even know about before I looked on the Singer website! It saved so much time getting the thread in the needle as I changed thread 4-5 times making masks. I love this sewing machine and will be using it for many years to come, for everything from new clothes to hemming to costumes!