"ml" wrote in message
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by chance would anyone know a place selling hakko soldering irons at a
good prices?

I've found a bunch of places via google, but non offer any 'special'
prices

tnx

What do you consider a "Special Price"
Remember you BASIC economics -- and WATCH the Yen-Dollar exchange rates.
Hakko has attempted to keep their product prices the same --
as the Dollar has devalued against the Yen.

My advice: Last time I saw these factors (1973; 1979) with energy price
increases -- inflation and price increases followed within a few months or
the year. IF you want one - find best deal today - and buy it - and do not
be surprised if the price rises 10% over next 18 months.

eBay has about the best prices for the Hakko 936-12
A majority of these sellers are large Hakko distributors or dealers (TE
equipment, HCM) - selling excess inventory. IF you want best retail store
price - checkout Fry's Electronics.

BEWARE of bargains or very low prices -- you may be buying a Chinese copy of
the Hakko products.

Web sites can be found on Internet that show side by side pictorial
comparisons ---inferior vacuum pumps (desoldering stations), poor assembly
quality and ceramic iron heaters that are not of the same quality or
construction --- as the true Hakko (Japanese made) heaters.

Hakko USA web site
http://www.hakkousa.com/2006/default...ssistant=Dinky


gb