Can't decide on which Lincoln to get....

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I'm interested in buying either the Lincoln handy mig, or the 3200HD.  I already have access to a Lincoln flux core welder, but was interested in buying a real mig to do some light sheet metal stuff.  Is spending the extra money on the HD worth it?  I also have access to a stick welder to do heavier steel welding.  What do you think?
Reply:The 3200 is a much better option. You can weld a wide variety of things with it, it can also be used for SS welding, but it's a little light for aluminum work. I loved my lincoln 100 welder, wish I still had the little rascal.And then, after so much work...... you have it in your hand, and you look over to your side...... and the runner has run off. Leaving you holding the prize, wondering when the runner will return.
Reply:Originally Posted by RojodiabloThe 3200 is a much better option. You can weld a wide variety of things with it, it can also be used for SS welding, but it's a little light for aluminum work. I loved my lincoln 100 welder, wish I still had the little rascal.
Reply:Originally Posted by thefluxcorekidTook your advice and bought the 3200 this morning! Need to get a cylinder of gas though, but today I did my first welds with the flux core wire that's included.  A couple of 16 gauge sheet metal scraps tacked together
Reply:You'd probably be happier if you got one of the blue ones that said Miller on the side.  Proud to be a UNION worker.  Better pay, better benefits, better work environment.  UA Unions = working for the working class!!
Reply:Originally Posted by EngloidYou'd probably be happier if you got one of the blue ones that said Miller on the side.
Reply:Originally Posted by thefluxcorekidI bleed Lincoln red
Reply:Either Lincoln or miller is just fine. But you do need to get the gas hooked up. You'll see much cleaner welds.Co-Own CNC shop:Miller :1251 plasma cutter, MaxStar 700 TIG/Stick, & XMT 456 Multiprocess Welder.&  2 Hypertherm HPR260's Plasma CutterSorry I had a bad stroke but now I am back.
Reply:Originally Posted by specterEither Lincoln or miller is just fine. But you do need to get the gas hooked up. You'll see much cleaner welds.