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 have had this iron for almost exactly two years. I use it for quilting and I love it. It has a beautiful flat plate and heats up very quickly. I have lost several irons to gravity, so I keep it flat on a silicone mat instead of upright to prevent it from falling. So far, so good. It has no annoying auto shut off, which I do not consider a fire hazard as, when I use it, it is plugged into a surge suppressor into which my low-wattage LED lights are also plugged, and I turn off the lights when I am done sewing. So if I am using it, the iron is (almost) never left on and unattended. If I want steam, I have spray bottles. Simple, elegant iron.

Love this iron!

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!

I have used this iron for piecing quilt patterns for a couple of years. I just purchased this second one to have on hand, should my current iron were ever to stop working. However, it's still going strong. I love the weight, the size, the fantastic heat it puts out. If I need steam, I simply spray my fabric with water or pressing solution, rather than mess with a steam iron that has the likely potential of leaking or spewing a mess onto my fabric. Very, very pleased with this non-stick dry iron.

In my opinion, the listing for this item should prominently highlight that it is a 100v iron made for use on a Japanese power system, as this is not the same system used in the US where the item is being sold. Buyers can then educate themselves and decide what their own level of risk tolerance is before using this iron without an appropriate step down converter. I bought this item after a quick search for a dry iron, as I sew and would prefer to have a dedicated non-steam iron with a completely smooth plate (no holes that corrode over time). I also really liked the lack of auto shut-off and the low pull (700w) for my electric bill. Unfortunately, dry irons are not marketed in the US but are common elsewhere in the world. Quality irons without an 8-minute auto shut-off are also hard to come by these days. So I thought I had lucked out in finding one at last, until I looked at my new iron and realized that it was not rated for use on a US power system. Yes, the plug fits US sockets, but that does not mean the inner workings are the same. And even though 100 seems closer to 110-120 than 240, it is not the same and this iron is NOT rated as being dual voltage capable. I may be conservative in terms of home safety, but after several international moves in my lifetime I have learned not to take chances with electricity. I certainly don’t claim to be an expert on electricity or power converters, but I have educated myself to the extent necessary to keep my home and family relatively safe. Some of you have as well, and I am not trying to tell you what to do - I’m just sharing for those who might appreciate the heads up. This iron WILL work when you plug it into your US socket. The iron may get hotter than intended, and some may see this as a plus. And you may not have a problem. Until you do… My understanding is that higher power coming from the socket can damage the plug, cord, and/or iron, and potentially cause a fire. Maybe the risk is lower if you are using it for short periods and then turning it off/unplugging, I don’t know. But I specifically bought the iron without an auto off so that I could leave it on in during longer sewing sessions. I also understand that there IS a solution to this problem: buying and using a step down converter. But it looks like you need to pay attention to the rating of the converter (e.g., make sure it can safely handle 700w with enough leeway to account for power surges) and those converters are not cheap. I’d rather spend the combined amount on a better iron! I suppose your choice comes down to your own level of risk tolerance and how much you love this iron on its other merits. Speaking of its other merits… The iron is small and very basic, as expected. But it seems cheaply made and I’d be surprised if it lasted a few years even if the power issue didn’t kill it. But the most important negative to me was the sole plate. The non-stick coating on my iron was not completely smooth. It had a slightly bumpy area (like you might find on a cheap non-stick pan) which I think is a manufacturing defect or poor quality control. In the end, I would have returned this iron due to the roughness of the sole plate even if the power system wasn’t an issue. I will keep looking for my ideal sewing iron.

Great balance, very hot and I love that there is no auto shut off! I’m so tired of having to wait for my iron to heat up again after a short time. I quilt and auto shut off makes everything so much slower

I got this to use for quilting. So far, I have been pleased with using it. It heats up quickly and doesn't shut off until you shut it off or pull the plug. Good for quilting. Presses seams very nicely without steam so they don't get misshapen. Sound-wise, it "tinks" a lot, but I guess that is metal expanding inside the iron? Everything is in Japanese so unless you can read Japanese, no instructions, even on the iron. I just set it at a medium setting on the dial and it seems to be hot enough. I assume if you turn the dial more, it will get hotter... Also, it is very light weight. So far, I'd say it works well.

No hubo ningún inconveniente con el envío considerando que es un producto que viene desde Japón, la plancha funciona a la perfección y fue necesario utilizar ningún tipo de adaptador ni ningún tipo de modificación.

某フランスの会社のスチームアイロンが壊れたため購入。結果、これ以外を使う予定はなくなりました。 【良い点】 • 熱くなるのが早い（1分程度？） • 持ちやすい適度な重さ • 細かなところもピシッと伸びる • 安い • デザインがシンプルで、程よい大きさ • 壊れない。今のところ10年使ってます。 スチームは出ません。 お気に入りのスチーマーを持ってる人は、これで良いと思います。

Great iron, it has no features, just does one task and does it well. Heats up quickly and stays hot, be careful as it does not shut off so I unplug when not in use. This is being used for quilting and am very happy to have found this dry iron. I used google translate to figure out the dial verbage as it is in Japanese.

高中低の設定だが、生地の焼ける匂いがするので目盛り控えめに使用している、霧吹きしようしているが、その温度設定でも充分皺は伸びる。軽くて細いがかなり使いやすい。