For whatever it's worth.
Most of the copper pipe you get that has brass fittings attached will be either 1/2" or 3/4". A lot of times it will say right on the tubing cutter what size it's good for. Rigid brand is about the best brand for plumbing tools. You might look around in your area and see if you can find a place that specializes in selling used tools. It's a lot cheaper that way. (There are guys that go around buying out entire workshops from the widows of tradesmen that have died.) If a guy has been using a tool in his trade for 20 or 30 years then you know it's a good one.
Sawzall or metal cutting chop saw is probably the fastest & best way to process them though.
A trigger start propane torch would work if you want to get fussy about it. Just heat the solder joint and gently tap it apart with a hammer. Throw a little solder paste on there if it's being stubborn.
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