I preferred the 12 over the antique, personally. Either is a good purchase, both is better; but if I had to choose one that's the way I'd go.
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As most of you know, I love wheaters, especially Weller. My general rule of thumb:
No brainer-in other words, when I want a pour I don't have to think about=Weller SR
Something a little nice- When I want something with a little more flavor and complexity=Weller 12
A little extra-For those days when I want a pour with just a little more kick=OWA
Like I said, just a general rule of thumb. Cheers! Joe