I noticed you are in the USA.
We break lots of brands of soldering irons at the radio repair shop.
The one that seems the most durable is the EDSYN Loner.
I have not broken one yet.
Usually "Made in the USA" means it is an antique. Not so with EDSYN.
However, I must confess, I use old PACE equipment at home.
I recently was at the Dayton Hamfest and there was a soldering specialist there selling "refurbished" EDSYN at very reasonable prices.
Also other brands. And lots of tips, etc.
I am not affiliated with the company and am only offering this as a suggestion.
I do not see refurbished equip on his website, perhaps email him, if you are interested.
EAE Sales
www.eaesales.cominfo@eaesales.com
Edit: I do not see any EDSYN refurbished equip on his website