There were a lot of machines, industrial and home type made during that time period or earlier that are still going strong and will continue to do so for many more years to come.

MY only concern (just because I'm clumsy sometimes)is feeding the material with only one hand. I don't really mind stitches all that much if I need them, but the operable word is IF and they should be done by someone that is medically certified/qualified to do so.