Locoln AC225 Worth ?

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Hey guys have a question. I have an old, like 50s model Locoln AC 225 stick machine that was given to me. I am considering a couple options for it.1) keep it, works fine2) sell it and get my first migWhat would be the vaule of it either out right or sell it for the copper inside? I heard there is around 60 pounds copper in it but have no idea. Thanks, Bill."Never kick a Fresh Turd on a hot day" Harry S. Truman
Reply:Keep it and buy your first MIG.  There are some jobs that a stick is the best option.MM200 w/Spoolmatic 1Syncrowave 180SDBobcat 225G Plus - LP/NGMUTT Suitcase WirefeederWC-1S/Spoolmatic 1HF-251D-1PakMaster 100XL '68 Red Face Code #6633 projectStar Jet 21-110Save Second Base!
Reply:Originally Posted by FishinBillWhat would be the vaule of it either out right or sell it for the copper inside? I heard there is around 60 pounds copper in it but have no idea. Thanks, Bill.
Reply:Originally Posted by FishinBillHey guys have a question. I have an old, like 50s model Locoln AC 225 stick machine that was given to me. I am considering a couple options for it.1) keep it, works fine2) sell it and get my first migWhat would be the vaule of it either out right or sell it for the copper inside? I heard there is around 60 pounds copper in it but have no idea. Thanks, Bill.
Reply:Around here I guess everyone thinks they are gold plated. There is always one on Craigslist for $200-$250, even beat up and rusty. These are the AC only machines, you can buy a new one for just a few bucks more.I would also suggest you keep it, unless you can get a real good deal on an AC/DC. That's what I did, but I still kept my AC only machine! Just can't part with it!Miller Challenger 172Miller Thunderbolt AC/DC 225/150Miller Maxstar 150 STLVictor 100CVictor JourneymanOxweld OAHarris O/ASmith O/A little torchNo, that's not my car.
Reply:Thanks guys, I'll hang on to her."Never kick a Fresh Turd on a hot day" Harry S. Truman
Reply:You wont find any copper,most of the weight is transformer core iron.In any case anyone who destroys a working welder needs a swift kick.I bought my Lincoln in 1965 for 93 bucks when scrap copper was a buck a pound,Lincoln could not have afforded to put 60 pound of copper in a welder that may have brought them 70 bucks at most when they sold it.If I remember right copper wire for winding motors and welder cost 2 bucks a pound in the 60s.The insulating varnish makes aluminum wire look like copper .If the welder has a plastic selector knob that dates it after 1965.