Reliable Velocity 270IR Steam Iron - Auto Control Compact Vapor Generator with Sensor Technology, Patented Technology for Continuous Steam, Zero Leaks, Perfect Temperature, 8 Programmable Setting

I love this iron. I've been hunting for ages for the perfect iron for my sewing and crafting needs. I think I've found it. This iron Is powerful, produces masses of steam when needed (or less--or none--if needed). It heats up quickly and presses EXTREMELY well and gets every last wrinkle out--not least because it's a very heavy iron. This iron is for people who really want a solidly made workhouse and are willing to deal with the extra weight that comes along with that. I would not call the controls intuitive--it takes a bit of practice to get used to them, but once you do, the iron's versatility is amazing. The design is kinda brilliant, between a handle that senses when you pick it up to a high tech vapor generator that really puts the steam where you want it without a single drip. But be aware--in addition to the weight of this thing, there's also the cost of distilled water to think about (since the manufacturer recommends distilled to prolong the life of the iron. Steaming as well as it does means refilling a couple of times in an an all-day sewing session. For me, though--and for any serious sewer or crafter--those factors are not deal breakers, given what a quality tool this is. Thumbs way up.

Very good iron, best steam system I’ve seen so far. It’s on the heavy side, but you get used to it. Doesn’t glide as smoothly as TFal’s, but in the end, it works well. What I like most is the ability to iron at lower temperatures but still having plenty of steam, reducing chances of leaving shiny traces. Good purchase.

Now this is an excellent iron. It took me a bit to get over the high price tag, but is certainly worth every penny. I use it almost daily for piece work for quilting. It only steams when your hand is on the handle. Comes to temperature quickly and shuts off automatically.

This is a very nice iron for quilting. It did not disappoint!

EDIT: I absolutely loved this iron. It did exactly what I Need but now after 10 months, it is dead. It will not heat up. I'm very sad that they can't make better quality products.. ---------------------------------- I love love love this iron. I sew 8-10 hours a day. I want my iron on all day. You can turn off the shut-off timer which is the main reason I bought this iron. I've had several other brands and so far this one is worth the higher price. I hope it lasts me for the rest of my life. It has a little switch that lets you turn on the handle's steam switch. While the steam switch is on, when you grab the handle it shoots out high pressure steam. I turn the steam switch on and off all the time. Some times I want the the full steam. Sometimes I want the steam off because I'm working on something that requires me holding my fingers close to the iron. It's very easy to use. And nice and heavy, irons fabric beautifully. Filling the water reservoir is a bit awkward as you have to hold the iron at an angle, so it doesn't spill. But with the little water cup provided, it's a lot easier. The little trap door is a little hard to open but that's good because it doesn't leak when you use the iron. I will most definitely put up with this little awkwardness. It has heat setting 1-8. Hold the round switch to the right, it turns on. (Stop at the heat setting you want) Hold it to the left, it counts all the way down to zero and turns off.