cctalk Digest, Vol 59, Issue 18

On 22 Jul 2008 at 1:07, Roy J. Tellason wrote: You can't go wrong in buying the best basic tools that you can afford. I'm still using my Weller WTCPT soldering station after more than 30 years. It's still being made--and is arguably one of the best conventional soldering irons out there. Buy a good multimeter if that's what you need. Fluke DVMs seem to be the digital version of the old Simpson 260 VOM. If I needed to save money, I'd buy either one on the used market without a second thought. It's a good idea to stay away from "Swiss Army Knife" approaches to fundamental tools. Reminds me of one of those little hammers whose handle unscrews to form a screwdriver. Makes neither a good hammer nor a good screwdriver. Cheers, Chuck