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I've noticed that many people who are new to welding have trouble mastering the technique of nodding the helmet down just prior to starting the arc. For these people, an auto-darkening helmet may help to keep them from getting frustrated and giving up.

I have tried 2 HF helmets. Though the lenses seemed to work fine on each, the helmet body was not the quality of a good name brand. One broke with very little use.
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Old 04-25-2007, 10:30 AM
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