Or, it's the type of person who is in a life situation which requires shopping at secondhand stores but is still trying to look their best.

Just try the iron on a rag or something first, so you can be sure it isn't spitting rust or creating a fire hazard before using it on clothing you care about.

Some people know how to test equipment before first use.

This type of person doesn't iron their shirts. They use the iron to make grilled cheese sandwiches and melt action figures to sniff the fumes.