It was a really nice Weller one that was temperature controlled so it was worth it at the time. The other option available was a new Antex one for more money wh

It was a really nice Weller one that was temperature controlled so it was worth it at the time. The other option available was a new Antex one for more money which was rubbish. The Weller was still working fine when I sold it in 2001. I’ve got a newer Weller TCP station now that gets used for everything from 0603 SMD devices through massive capacitors. Cost around $300 (more than a Hakko) but was worth it as it’s absolutely bomb proof and a pleasure to use for extended periods. Most of my equipment now is from the 1970s and 1980s. It’s cheap, reliable and easy to repair if it does break.