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    Old 11-14-2010, 08:01 AM
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    I have been wanting a new iron for quite some time but everything I have read has caused me to stay away from the expensive irons. This iron does not shut off automatically, it has a stainless steal bottom, has vertical and horizonal steam, has a decent size water holding compacity. And it was only $6.97. They one thing I'm I haven't figured out yet is how to shut it off, may have to just unplug each time. Anyway, I'm thinking for that price I could affort to have a dedicated quilting iron.

    Just wanted to pass this great find on....:)

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    Old 11-14-2010, 08:06 AM
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    Thank you for letting us know about this iron. Mine has to be unplugged to shut it off too. :D:D:D
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    Old 11-14-2010, 08:19 AM
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    Hi Gail! You did the right thing IMO. I bought one very expensive and it was a dog (no offense to all the poochies! :)
    I PREFER the cheap ones!! :D
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    Old 11-14-2010, 08:23 AM
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    Have you noticed that it's getting hard to find an iron that has a 'sharp' point? I hate those rounded 'points' on 99% of the irons at wallyworld..
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    Old 11-14-2010, 09:03 AM
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    My iron is a "Classic" by Black & Decker. Cost: $30.00.
    Great investment for me!
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    Old 11-14-2010, 09:08 AM
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    I wanted to stay with a heavier iron. Bought a Hamilton Beach - 1500 watts for quick heating but the dial in center under handle is awkward and it does shut off after a certain time but even when you turn the dial off the little lights tell you it is plugged in. I plan on plugging it to a power strip so I can just push a button instead of always pulling out plug. It is rather long in size. Bottom line it's OK but wished I had known of this site to get more information before buying.
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    Old 11-14-2010, 09:09 AM
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    Good for you Gail, I have one of those Rowenta, greaat in every way plus the nice pointed tip....However.....the darn thing leaks if water is added, so I too purchased B&D for much less $$$ and very pleased with it.
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    Old 11-14-2010, 09:36 AM
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    Great find!
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    Old 11-14-2010, 09:58 AM
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    A power strip with a good light is really helpful!
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    Old 11-14-2010, 01:01 PM
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    Not sure what brand you have, but I have a couple of Black & Decker irons and accidently discovered that the button that you click to change the setting, when pressed down and held for about 5 to 10 seconds shuts the iron off. Just a thought!
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