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Where Purchased: American Science & Surplus
but also seen at Jo-Anns, Walmart, Hobby Lobby
This is a crafter's handheld heat tool, advertised for use in drying stamping/embossing work or heat-shrinking - however, I find it invaluable for any thermoformable foam-based prop or armor work.
- Inexpensive = runs around $12-$16
- Durable, holds up = still using the same one after a decade of constant use
- Safe (if used correctly) = outer casing is not hot to the touch after using
- Consistent heat flow = even over surface area
- AWESOME for craft foam, thick foam padding and/or Wonderflex work
- It is a bit awkward to hold, I would prefer a handle like a hairdryer shape in some cases for getting around tight corners. (I do have a separate heating tool I use in those cases.)Overall Rating: 0-10 (0 is poor, 10 is excellent)
- Not really hot enough for styrene plastics.