I’ve used a rather inexpensive “Helping Hand” source from China to help hold parts while I solder them. That tool is a pain to use and not very effective. So I’ve been looking for a replacement. I ran across something called “Quad Hands” recently. It has a heavy metal plate so it doesn’t fall over (the Helping Hand I had would only stay upright under the best of conditions). The arms are much easier to adjust, and with four of them its rather easy to get things set just right.
It comes in and out of stock several times a year, so check back.
