They look amazing, what are they off?
No, I'm happy to begin with stick and see how it takes me, both in keeping my attention and developing the skills and technique before I'm ready to move on. I'm really looking forward to starting, I've wanted to learn for years.

Oscar wrote: (it will be about 2-8 yrs minimum anyways).

Don't be saying things like that, I'll get demoralised before I even plug it in!!!

I've been mulling this over a bit. I'd like to be able to do some fabrication of metal frames etc, but also eventually to be able to repair my car once my skill level permits this. With this in mind I'm wondering if a TIG/stick welder be a better option for something that could get me up to scratch ...

Hi, you're right, it's an SJP Wizarc 100, so long discontinued. I fully plan to play with it before I get to the stage where I need to move it on. I've got a selection of 2.5mm electrodes, mainly 6010 and 6013 which should be ok for me to practice with. I'll post in the correct section as I go on, a...

Yes, I suspect you are right with that unfortunately. I've got a selection of electrodes and will have a go with what I have, but if I really struggle will inevitably be getting something else. Clarke machines seem reasonably priced and widely available here so may look at one of those unless I hear...

It's a dirt cheap 2nd hand Wizzarc 100a with no control dial and just a high/low switch. Complete impulse buy and I regret not researching before I bought it as I've probably made my learning path harder...! Unfortunately the often recommended starting point of a Thunderbolt or Lincoln Buzzbox doesn...

Hi everyone, just checking in before I start asking questions. Like many people I've always fancied learning to weld. I'd hoped to do some kind of community/evening class but this hasn't ever happened, so impulse purchases and YouTube will have to do! I've picked up a cheap 2nd hand stick welder and...