>> a pipe cutter
Those are good, better than the adjustable sort, which are a PITA on existing pipe runs. You need a couple or three, though.
>> rather than taking hours with a hacksaw
It doesn't take long, but a hacksaw isn't wonderful for some jobs as copper "sawdust" can get into the piping.
>> Don't put sealant on a compression fitting
You can use a drop of linseed oil for lubrication.
>> And whilst soldered joints are doubtless "better" in the hands of a professional in the
>> hands of an amateur they're not!
They're ever so easy, really - just use Laco or similarly good flux:
www.amazon.co.uk/Laco-Regular-Soldering-Flux-22103/dp/B0002JT1Q8
and keep things clean. Don't overheat the joint, it only needs to be hot enough to let the solder run in, not red-hot.
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