I bought my 50 Watt, 1/4" Pencil-Style Soldering Iron back in April 1967 when I worked building test equipment for the F-111 project. It was used 5 days a week for 2 years until I got drafted. Since then, it's been used for many electronic and electrical projects. Recently, I thought the heating element had gone bad when it wouldn't heat. However, further testing proved that the element was still good, even after 53 years but the cordset had worn out. So I ordered a new cord and with some minor filing, I was able to make the new cord work with my old handle. WORKS LIKE NEW. GREAT quality. The element may outlive me, now nearing 73!! THANK YOU for making a quality product and continuing to support it!

Jim W

I wanted to thank everyone for the help in getting my Soldering Iron (Model 3158-200) back into shape with the new 3919 cord/handle assembly. I especially want to thank Virgil who answered my technical questions and the wonderful lady whose name unfortunately I forgot to write down (Kim) who patiently worked with me over the phone to get the order placed. It was certainly nice to be able to deal with a made in America company based in Michigan no less. From my very first contact with the company it was plain to see that you care about your customers.

Stephen K. from Hastings MI