Don't They Make Good Irons Anymore?

My mother was great at sewing.  She knew, and all of us should know, that the iron is our best friend.  Her irons lasted forever.

My 2 irons don't get hot enough for me anymore.  One is peeling of all things.  One is badly stained from using water in it.  So I went iron shopping and picked up this little travel iron.  It will be good if I go to a retreat.  So far, so good.  It's light and easy to handle.