[TheForge] Traditional Smithing, and buzz boxes

[marilyn traber 011221]

> Phlip:
> 
> The first arc welder I had was a lincoln AC225.  It was a good machine.  If I was going to buy a low end arc welder today, I would 
probably go with the AC/DC 225.  You can typically do more (run a wider variety of rods) with DC.
> 
> A number of folks on this list like the bottom of the line Miller better than the lincoln cause you can adjust it to a finer degree.
> 
> I think the main thing is to stick with a brand.
> 
> Phil

OK, Phil, thanks for your opinion. Is the Lincoln wire feed or stick? 
Could it be adjusted to deal with light (20-12 guage) sheet as well 
as heavier bar stock? Since I intend to keep this machine for a while, 
would I be better off going for a higher end machine?

Thanks,

Phlip