I got a new Oscar about 3 years ago for much the same reasons. It seemed very good value as an HX machine and got good reviews wherever I looked.
It is such a breeze to operate and pairs well with the Tranquillo grinder. I have no probs making milk in a 600ml jug with the 4 hole wand. It works well for milk for a large cappucino / latte, with milk thats ideal for latte art (not that Im good at that side of things).
Only two problems. The plastic water container sprang a leak and was replaced under warranty very promptly. And after about 18 months, I had to get it repaired as it started blowing steam. Got it fully serviced at the same time. No problems since then.
Would recommend it to anyone as great value for money, no fuss, easy to use and makes excellent coffee.
Edit: No probs with the gasket in my case, maybe because I got the older model machine? Anyway, the gasket for the portafilter is fine on my setup

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