Solder Station? Must...learn...to...solder...

[Vlabguy1]

Title says it all - I have a modest collection of vintage 1970s to Early 1990s computers, and I fix computers for others on the side. The most important skill I feel that I am lacking for these pursuits is the ability to solder, and it is something I'd really like to pick up. My logic tells me that if I get a halfway decent Soldering iron to start out with it will make learning easier. I've done a bit of research, and I am wondering if the X-Tronic Model #3020 would be suitable for a beginner who wants to learn to solder computers and video game consoles??. I'm planning to practice on already dead logic boards and maybe some basic project kits before trying anything for real. Here is the link to the iron I'm looking at now: https://xtronicusa.com/X-Tronic-Model-3020-XTS-LED-Display-Soldering-Station-p74220205

Thanks!

There is a pretty good thread about this posted not too long ago..I just have to find it and I’ll post the link..

[Vlabguy1]

I believe Vlab is referring to my initial thread when I started to learn recently.
http://www.amiga.org/forums/showthread.php?t=72819

I did buy an X tronics station and really don't have experience enough to compare or judge. My feeling is it isn't adequate enough. Soldering doesn't go as smooth as it should with settings that most recommend. I may buy a Hakko.

Yup.  I was just about to post the link.  

Rich