Agree, out of sight out of mind. I am the same sentiment, will say it again, a torch is part of every good survival kit. It really is and keep the tanks full. Its something that if it is used on occasion is worth looking for another O2 tank especially with buying used. We used to have to pay thru the noise for them. I would get a propane tip too. Can always cut with it and serves as backup supply from a 20# bottle.
I have a big heavy service truck. I use stick weld and a torch on it. No feeder, no plasma. It can be a highly accurate tool with a good finish with some practice and instruction. As simple as it is the more you do the easier, I can tell from lack of practice that its not as smooth as it can be. This is irrelevant for most things.
The last set in the pics I bought at a local sale. I give about 150, the bottles were about full, the torch head was good and used 1 of the regulators. A bottle was 250 from the dealer plus fill. I wanted another set of spares, I fill them when prices are stable and given the little I use them anymore can go a long time between having to fill and having full in stock.
Never need to have an inconvenient time to need gas you don't have, can change a tank at midnight if needed.
