Evan,
A subject that comes up every so often .... Quality "Was" generally exceptional.
Founder of HAKKO passed away quite a few years ago and with that the company folded and doors closed forever.
For the most part NO support or parts exist any longer ... if you have a functional HAKKO enjoy it while it works !
Come time of failure it pretty much becomes a paper weight.
This is what read time and time again as well heard in conversation.