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Old 08-27-2010, 11:11 PM   #1
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Welding Helmet

So, I ran over my Miller welding helmet today and I've been looking everywhere for a new one, but I don't really want to shell out another couple hundred $$$ for another auto darkening one. Does anyone know where I can get one cheaper (preferably another Miller). I know that we have some fabricators on this side of the forum, so I would appreciate any suggestions. Thanks
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Old 08-28-2010, 12:00 AM   #2
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Re: Welding Helmet

I bought a Miller pro-hobby for about 140 auto darkening. if you go to a welding supply shop you could buy a pipeliners hood and add a auto darkening lens in for around 150.
the pipeliner hood is a harder plastic than the pro-hobby. but the pro hobby is lighter hood.

I was thinking of getting a harbor freight hood but they dont sell the clear lenses for them
you have to buy another hood.

also we have the same avatar some kind of way.
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Old 08-28-2010, 12:13 AM   #3
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Re: Welding Helmet

Have you checked your local craigslist and ebay for good used ones? How about the online welding supply stores such as cyberweld.com? When it comes to welding hoods, I always recommend buying name brand. Your eyesight isn't something I would trust to a pos hood made overseas.
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Old 08-28-2010, 12:43 AM   #4
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Re: Welding Helmet

When I had to replace my very old Snap-On helmet, I ended up going with a Lincoln Viking series as it was almost identical to my Snap-On one. I got the plan black version as it was a little cheaper but you can get the cool pinstriped one. I happened to noticed watching Extreme 4x4 on Spike, this is the helmet they use (the pinstriped one) so it must be fairly good.

I bought mine here for $109 but it looks like they when up but you should be able to search around for a better price.

http://www.weldfabulous.com/Welding-...-p7590840.html
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Old 08-28-2010, 09:11 PM   #5
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Re: Welding Helmet

Thanks guys, I will be sure to put your suggestions to good use.
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