Soldering Iron

by April
(Cynthiana, KY)

Looking to invest in a good soldering iron at a reasonable price...any suggestions?

Answer

I don't know what you consider reasonable price, but my feeling is that you should buy the best quality stained glass tools that you can get. They will last a long time and save you money in the long run.

The Weller 100 PG or Hakko P-456 are the 2 best soldering irons for stained glass work. Neither one is cheap, (I believe either one will cost around $80) but if they are taken care of, they will last for years. My Weller 100PG is 10 years old and works like a charm.