[TheForge] Auto darkening helmets on eBay

[Mark]

A question for those w/auto helmets:

There are several of these helmets for sale on eBay.  They go for
around $120.  One is the ASTRO model # 8070. The other is a Chameleon
brand.  Both are adjustable 9 to 13 DIN.  Viewing window is 3.8" x
1.8".

Anyone have experience w/either of these?  Might they be a good deal
or would you advise saving for the $350 units?

Thanks in advance,

Rick Korinek
Emerald City Forge
Framingham, MA


I paid $75 for mine and I don't see why you would want to save $350 when you
can get it cheaper on e-bay. I bought mine off of e-bay a couple of years
ago in hopes of welding someday. 3 Weeks ago I finally got my welder and I
used the helmet...sweeeeeeeeeeet. That was the first time for me welding and
I think it went really well.

Good Luck
Mark