I had an iron for years too, and it finally broke. I went to Wal-Mart and bought a GE, and I love it. I bought about 3others that didn't work, before i bought the GE. Now i finally found one that I really love for quilting. It has a very long retractable cord, but doesn't get in the way, for I have it plugged in all day long. It's a great iron!