so he decided to build one himself using a Hakko 907 soldering iron (or a clone). Of course, he could have bought a station, but anyone who reads Hackaday doesn’t require an explanation for why ...

and polished aesthetic make this a go-to soldering iron for hobbyists who plan to solder often. The Hakko FX-888D may be worth the upgrade if you plan to solder frequently, as it heats up slightly ...