GiovanniLiCalsi
Riding a '38 Autocycle Deluxe
Ok, updating the budget to the H190.I would strongly advise you go with a Hobart because you'll find one in your price range, and they are a Miller product--very close in most respects to their Miller counterparts and getting more and more similar each model-year. You will find parts and service
at any welding shop that handles Miller. I agree that it is wise to buy "bigger" than you feel you need: The Hobart 190 (mentioned above) can be had for about $760 but is a 220v model which makes it a bit less universally portable. For less than $200 more you can get the Hobart 210 mvp that will run on 110v or 220v and offer higher material thickness capacity than the 190. I personally keep a Hobart 140 around the house (I have a vast array of welders available at work). The 140 is fine for fixing or fabricating lots of stuff and, from years of experience, I can confidently push its stated capacities. The 140 is in your budget, and, should you decide to get something bigger, will generally hold most of its value come resale---but it is probably smarter to go bigger right off the bat. Don't forget, a pressure vessel (gas bottle) is about $200 for the most popular size(125 cubic ft)
What’s the best welding helmet for the buck?
Thanks!