Panasonic Automatic Iron (Dry Iron) NI-A66-K (BLACK)【Japan Domestic genuine products】【Ships from JAPAN】

Overview: My intended use is as a craft/sewing iron. Accordingly, I value these qualities in this iron and I recommend it--but please read my comments (similar to other considerate reviewers):(1) no steam;(2) smooth soleplate;(3) small and well balanced form; (I don't see that toppling is a concern for me)(4) no auto shut off;(5) range of temperatures (it gets plenty hot)(6) light weight (1.77 lb)For my intended purpose of having a lightweight iron to use frequently in my quilting, this iron is perfect (compact/lightweight). It gets plenty hot though it is only 700W. I tested it on fusibles, and they adhered perfectly as intended. I had considered getting the Rowenta (I have the steam generating and a regular one (that hisses and spits) --but after reading the reviews on their travel iron (collapsing handle), I got this iron. It will feel quite comfortable in most woman-sized hands.The fit and finish on the iron is superb; it is perfectly balanced and engineered to include cord reinforcement at the base. As others have noted, it is Japanese 100V/700W appliance (and all info in package and markings on dial are in Japanese. But the heat goes from low to high as with most irons, so you can easily test the heat. The heat dial is larger than most irons. It cannot be accidentally hit and moved when grasping handle. It seems to have a wide range heating settings that most will enjoy.Regarding the voltage: My husband, the electrician, tells me that I shouldn't worry using it with a 120V outlet. As it does not have an auto shut off (a feature I required for my quilting use), consider plugging the iron into electrical power extension (with on/off) that also powers a light so that you always have a visual cue that your iron may be on. I did not notice any heating of the cord.** Of note: the sole plate is a non stick finish does not feel quite as smooth a stainless, teflon or aluminum. It works fine for my intended purpose. However, if you are looking for a silky glide, you might be disappointed. It is not a problem for me.

I LOVE this iron! I wanted a dry iron with a flat sole plate for quilting cotton. Steam irons ALWAYS leak given enough time (about 9 months for me). This is true for all the irons I've had, both expensive and not. I switched to using these irons without water, misting the fabric instead. However, gunk builds up in the steam holes even if you don't use water in the iron (misting the fabric creates steam when the iron passes over the fabric) and the gunk is eventually deposited on (usually light colored) fabric. This iron has a completely flat plate and I no longer have to worry about my iron spitting stuff.Heads up: the instructions and markings on the iron are all in Japanese except for the word "Panasonic". This isn't a problem for me because it's pretty obvious what's low, medium, and high but if you want your iron markings in English, this won't do it for you.The iron gets plenty hot! I saw a review that said it doesn't get hot enough. I'm not sure what they were trying to iron, but mine is more than hot enough for quilting cotton. I sometimes turn it down if it's too hot for spray starch. I don't know how it works ironing delicate fabrics at lower temps because I don't.The sole plate is non-stick and very easy to clean. I clean it once in a while when starch builds up (I use regular iron cleaning paste I got from Amazon). I accidentally knocked it onto a platic bag which melted on the plate but the plastic came right off. I suppose you might have to worry about scratching it if ironing around pins, buttons, zippers, etc., but I don't know because I've only used it on plain fabric.It is lightweight which is a plus and a minus. A minus because it's easy to knock over (see above about the plastic bag). Also, I may need to apply pressue when pressing a thick seam. It's a plus because it's not heavy which is great for arthritic hands and wrists.Caution: there is no auto-off in any position. This is a plus and a minus. Plus because the iron is always hot. Minus because safety. I stay very aware of it and so far I haven't left it on or scorched any fabric. If it falls, say on a plastic bag, it won't switch off. If you're super forgetful and rely on an iron to switch off, this isn't the iron for you.In summary, this is the best iron I've ever owned and I wouldn't hesitate to get another (especially because the price is reasonable).

I didn't even know anyone made a dry iron anymore. I used to use a steam iron, but never added water to it because irons don't last as long when you use the steam function. They also stain whatever you are ironing if you use a steam iron, even if you don't have water in it. I learned this the hard way by ruining some fabric I was pressing. I use a beauty shop mist spray bottle filled with distilled water and my dry iron if I need to press out wrinkles. Works great. This iron doesn't have an auto shut off either, which is nice when you are sewing and need to sew and then press often. The auto shuts off can be annoying, even though I know they are a safety feature. The dry iron and the no auto shut off are both great selling features for me and anyone who prefers these features.I like the old fashion look and simplicity of this iron. While the heat settings are in Japanese, it's pretty simple to turn it hotter or cooler as needed. I really like the handle with the indented thumb rest on both sides, so if you are left or right handed, you can place your thumb comfortably in the indents.This is a Japanese design, but made in Malaysia. I love Japanese design tools as they are so well thought out and simple and this iron is a perfect example of great design and function. I'll never buy another steam iron again now that I know I can buy this dry iron. I am sure this one will last me a long time as there are no bells and whistles for things to go wrong.

So apparently I didn't read the description thoroughly enough, because I was expecting this iron to be full size, and it's more like a 3/4 size iron. That said, it's very light, it heats up quickly, and presses my quilting fabric easily! I do have a full sized (ie, heavy) iron that I pull out for ironing yardage, but for also pieces and pressing seams, this is great!