30 Jan
2004
30 Jan
'04
9:20 a.m.
Back to the point, has anyone on-list used Hakko
gear? Like it, or
not?
Or does anybody have a recommendation for a better deal in the
$100-150 range?
Doc
I've used both a low-end soldering station and the Hakko desoldering
'pistol'. The soldering iron is okay, but I tend to like the beefiness of
a Weller better. I did like thedesoldering tool, as long as you kept it
clean it worked great.
For refurbed equip I'd say the 150 tag might be a little high, but you are
probably buying another warranty from Hakko. Caveat emptor, and YMMV.
Gary Hildebrand
St. Joseph, MO