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I have a couple gas powered pounders and a hydraulic one- skid steer mounted. That said, I’ve heard ones like those posted above work well and you don’t have to worry about maintenance on a gas powered rig.

Miller 211 is a very capable machine for your needs. I believe Hobart offer a comparable machine, but not an inverter that is well regarded. The Miller’s ability to run on 120V may be an advantage for you. HTP is also worth a look. I’m not sure what they are offering currently. Good luck!

My $ .02- I would want a set of vintage Proto 500 combination wrenches in standard and metric. They are just nice looking wrenches. I have current production Proto’s and a couple sets of Blackhawk’s. Both are plenty good. My grandfather had a collection of Plumbs and Challengers that I...

I once heard a guy say, “why do you need a hammer with two flat faces?” I use a cross peen regularly as a “welding” hammer. Shaping metal whether at an anvil or otherwise, they are handy. I’ve got hammers of all kinds and have come to reach for a cross peen regularly.

Here’s a couple pair of 9’s. One pair with milkers.

Here are some 6 points I’ve had for a couple years.

Thank you!

Pat, This is a little off track, but are you still running AB suppressors on your 22-250’s? If so, are you still content with them or have you found something else you prefer? Thanks

Thanks for helping me spend some money!

No, you should send them to me and replace them with new ones!

Like was said here. These hoods are lighter if you’re packing one around all day. Many configurations can be had also. A larger lense makes for a bigger viewing area, but small helmets are nice for tight spaces as well as lighter. 2x4 lenses can be installed in place of fixed lenses also...

I’ll throw another option in- pipelinerscloud carbon fiber with either an eagle vision or arc one lense. If you’re welding outside, I’d recommend a pancake hood and either lense. FWIW, I also have speedglass and a Hobart. No complaints with either of these.