Well it was for me this month too........But a solder / desolder station came up at a good price, as well as a PCB holder... 
What model / make did you settle on Marty ?
BTW - I bought a Bench Grinder from Bunnings - 160mm. I removed the safety guards (not needed if you wear goggles and you have to remove it to install the buffing wheel and attachment), and bought a wire wheel for metal brushing and the polishing wheel with attachment. I use White Rouge.
I have found that with the Bench Grinder and Tumbler - I can polish just about anything.
Don't forget the safety glasses. Mine are industrial type that wrap around and protect the sides of your eyes.
