Hakko FX601-02 Adjustable Temperature Controlled Soldering Iron, 67 Watts

The iron failed the first time I used it within 5 minutes. I tossed it out and ordered a cheaper more reliable iron

It works very well, the cord is too heavy and not pliable for a iron that is energy efficient that is an overkill.

This is good. Holds temp well. Solders well.

best solder iron Ive ever had for doing stained glass craft

Soldering iron? I thought it was a curling iron, that explains a lot.

In spite of the Celsius only settings, I like it. It is easy to make it too hot for 60/40, but it works well. I have used it for a few projects and hopefully will update this review over time, once I have more time using it.

The seller Grandeurr Goods sold it used and said it was new. Maybe the actual new one works and is great but pass on buying from them unless you want a used piece of garbage and want to waste your time with a return.

Im new to stained glass and decided to spend a little extra on a good soldering iron. I am so glad I did! The Hakko FX-601 makes soldering so much easier than the yucky old irons that I used in my beginners class. This iron heats up quickly, maintains near perfectly even temperature, and just generally makes me look good.

Love this soldering iron for stained glass...I bought it to replace my old Hakko which required a rheostat...this one has much more consistent temperature and my soldering looks great!

Have used consistently for several weeks and no issues yet. Works as described - temp control functions reliably and heats up quickly. I dont have a substantial frame of reference so take this review for what its worth. Im getting a lot of use out of the iron and it does what its supposed to do - so im pleased up until this point.