My First 2 Welds

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First welds since the cataract surgery.I haven't attempted an uphill weld of any kind in a very long time.  I simply couldn't see anything but a huge glob of light.  I may have done a few round welds back when I made the pipe stands, but they were flat welds I believe.The Warm Up Swing

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The first weld was loose, and nervous.  Arc too long, carrying too much metal, and generally not a best effort.  But it gave the feel for it again.The second weld was better.  Tight arc, more attention to the puddle, generally more relaxed.  A stringer more properly sized for the diameter of the rod.  I haven't seen an uphill puddle clearly in such a long time, it was a relief.I really don't believe in bench practice.........just weld what you have to weld.  It's better practice to do the real deal.Anyways.............at least it's a start back to a normal work life.  I'll never be the artiste some guys are, but it's coming back to a workable level.3/32 Excalibur at 85amps.
Reply:Good thing taking care of your eyes.  "One of these days" I need to take care of my eyes.  Been reaching for the readers a lot more often lately and the floaters visit more often than they used to.
Reply:Those will hold!  I love 3/32 uphill for pipe and smaller structures.We've done so much, for so long, with so little. Were now qualified to do anything with nothing !
Reply:Soooo, are we to presume you'll be looking to grind out some previous welds to redo them now that you can see again?

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Reply:Sam,I am thrilled that you are able to see what you are welding again.-DonSmith Oxyacetylene TorchMiller Dynasty 200DXLincoln SP-250 MIG WelderClausing/Coldchester 15" Lathe16" DuAll Saw15" Drill Press7" x 9" Swivel Head Horizontal Band Saw20 Ton Arbor Press BridgeportLincoln LE  31 MP & Lincoln 210 MP