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Is this a decent beginners MIG Welder?

Guys, I'm after a cheap MIG welder for my garage so I can practise and learn welding.

Can you please advise me whether this is a decent unit for a beginner such as myself? I'll be primarily using it to weld mild / stainless steels. I've seen them sell anywhere inbetween $250-$300, which is right in my budget.

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270197300352&ssPageName=MERCOSI_VI_ROSI_PR4_PCN_BIX_Stores&refitem=270196095991&itemcount=4&refwidgetloc=closed_view_item&refwidgettype=osi_widget

They are a Chinese brand (JIALI). If I bought one, I'd make sure I'd order it with a lot of extra liners, tips, nozzles, tip holders and insulators at the time because it may be difficult to get them later.

I looked at the CIGWELD 165 units too, but they are over $800 here. Way out of my budget. I just want something to experiment and learn on.

Thanks in advance
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