Whats the best pipe bender?

[KeithM]

I have a Rothenberger pipe bender but it leaves a small indentation on the pipe which sometimes causes problems when I need to solder a fitting close the bend.

I'm considering buying a new bender; more chunky handles if possible, I know the Monument ones used to have chunky handles but they seem to be making the new ones with thin handles.

Moderator, I have moved this post to the Plumbing and Central Heating as we have plumbers who may not look at your post in the Tools and Materials for a speedy reply

I can put it back if you want as you have put it in the right section

 

[compheat]

hilmor are a good make and are resonably priced. Ive been using a Record pipe bender for the last 15 years its not bad. As for getting ripple's in the throat of the bend a lot is down to the copper tube.