WTB: 'entry level' type welder

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11-10-2007, 04:06 PM

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WTB: 'entry level' type welder

looking for a used welder to buy that when new would have cost under $500. thats about entry level.

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11-10-2007, 04:21 PM

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hobalt makes great 120v starter units. I have a licond proMIG 135 I got at home depot for $450 I think. I like it welds up to 1/4 fine, Ive just ben told buy some better friends in the feild hobalt makes the best smaller DIY garage units

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11-10-2007, 04:39 PM

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yeah, been scoping out the Northern Tool catalogs i get. Hobart has caught my eye. even the Northern Tool house brand has cought my eye, since its about $100 cheaper then the Hobarts of similar capability.
just seeing if there is anything used/for sale 1st.

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12-16-2008, 01:21 PM

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I have a Hobart Stickmate 205 ac 230v unit BNIB. if youre interested you can have it for much less than retail.

http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/w...4603_200304603

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