Trak Power TK60 soldering iron is a beast, and can actually get too hot. Cost is $15.99, and worth it. Can easily handle the big jobs, no problem. I also have a Hakko FX888D and it is excellent. I had a problem with it until I reset it, and it has been great since then. It can really handle the light stuff with ease. A lot of friends really like the Trak Power soldering station, and every now and then Tower has a great price on them.