Would you reccomend a tig finger??

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I'm sure its not necessary, but would you reccommend getting one for 15 -20 .. about what it cost after shipping.. if it useable for stick or mig , or would the metal get to hot? thanks
Reply:Yes it is worth the price. I bought one for like $10 a few years ago, I don't use it all the time but its really nice to have. Yep, can use it stick and mig welding also. Usually my fingers don't get too hot mig or stick welding though.Airco Ac/Dc 300 HeliwelderMillerMatic 200 (stolen)Miller Maxstar 150STLMiller AEAD200LE (welding and generating power) Hobart MIG
Reply:I like mine I got three since they will tear up on jagged stuff.I use it 98% for tig - works excellent. And like above, it's not always needed. But I have used it on mig when I had small stuff that I kept flipping around to reach all the welds and I just put it on my left hand so I could rest it anywhere without being burned.Dave J.Beware of false knowledge; it is more dangerous than ignorance. ~George Bernard Shaw~ Syncro 350Invertec v250-sThermal Arc 161 and 300MM210DialarcTried being normal once, didn't take....I think it was a Tuesday.
Reply:I bought one. Can't even tell you where it's at..that's how often I used it.Torchmate 2x2 CNC with Flashcut CNC controlsHypertherm Powermax45 Esab ET220i Razorweld 195 MigRazorweld 200ac/dc TigTormach 770, Tormach xstechRazorweld, Vipercut/Vipermig, SSC Foot Pedal Dealer
Reply:Its also good to buy one because it helps support Jody with WeldingTipsandTricks.com. He has done lots of really nice videos. You can see where I used mine.Airco Ac/Dc 300 HeliwelderMillerMatic 200 (stolen)Miller Maxstar 150STLMiller AEAD200LE (welding and generating power) Hobart MIG
Reply:Originally Posted by SquirmyPugIts also good to buy one because it helps support Jody with WeldingTipsandTricks.com. He has done lots of really nice videos. You can see where I used mine.
Reply:Originally Posted by MinnesotaDaveNicely done....well, until you quit halfway through the job to pose for a glamor shot
Reply:Just bought mine. Will find out how great it is this weekend when i weld some copper pipe for my air compressor..Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk
Reply:Originally Posted by SquirmyPugThat joint was never finished, it was just a demo for a friend that wanted to learn tig welding. In that joint I showed him freehand stringer/weave dip/laywire and WTC laywire  I'm much too lazy to actually fill a joint that doesn't need to be done
Reply:Totally worth it.
Reply:Bought 3. Jody is a big help and the fingers are worth every penny.Regards,RobGreat Basin WeldingInstagramBlue weldersRed weldersMy luscious Table DIY TIG Torch cooler
Reply:I just bought one it's actually still in the mail...Have a real problem blowing through gloves when I have to Tig inside a truck that's to New and nice to cut the roof off to complete a 360 weld on a roll cage, And by gloves i mean the little brown muffler shop mittens..lol  Anything else is to hard to work in with my fat hands!!
Reply:Originally Posted by PrestonFabIncJust bought mine. Will find out how great it is this weekend when i weld some copper pipe for my air compressor..Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk
Reply:It's helps Jody out.  I bought two and always slip it on.  Helps with sliding my hand on parts.TA Arcmaster 300CM3XMT 304S22P12 suitcase feederX-Treme 12VSOptima pulserTA161SMaxstar 150STLHypertherm PM45OP setupStihl 020AVP, 039, 066 Magnum
Reply:@ evansinclair21229 - whether you think it's necessary or not, you're probably right.  Jody's TF works.  High-temp, fire-resistant, PPE to aid the welder.  Had three of 'em, gave two away to family/friends as dakine gifts.  Need to score a few more.  Believe you'll find uses for the TF once you own one.  Does it make you a "better" welder?  Nope.  Will it help you in certain applications?  Yep.Jody's videos are professionally produced, instructive, and always have a take-away message. His delivery style of 'Tell me what you're gun'a tell me, Tell me, Tell me what you told me' is refreshing.  He's a nice dude and talented welder/fabricator.  Have no problem supporting his endeavors."Discovery is to see what everybody else has seen, and to think what nobody else has thought" - Albert Szent-Gyorgyi
Reply:Puzziez.Bubble gumTooth pixDuct tapeBlack glueGBMF hammerScrew gun --bad battery (see above)
Reply:Originally Posted by ManoKai.Jody's videos are professionally produced, instructive, and always have a take-away message. His delivery style of 'Tell me what you're gun'a tell me, Tell me, Tell me what you told me' is refreshing...
Reply:Originally Posted by John TYES.I like his style ...   just the facts and no attitude or BShe seems to be a humble guy and truly wanting to help new welders.     Jody and Tubal cain are the 2 guys that keep me off the porn sites.... I need to order a tig fanger....
Reply:Yes. Keep your money local and always give back to the community whenever possible. Jody is a good man who gives more than he gets back. So even if you only used it once a month, help with a little give back. I hate being bi-polar it's awsomeMy Heroes Have Always Been Cowboys
Reply:Originally Posted by MinnesotaDaveWait....there's porn on the Internet??? .....been wasting all this time learning stuff.....darn
Reply:Originally Posted by SquirmyPugYour late to the race Dave, everyone else has finished.
Reply:I bought some heat shield tube like the tig finger, but it's larger so I can get 2 or 3 fingers in if needed.  Under $20 for a 3 ft piece.    It does work well.  So I assume the same for Jody'sSent from my SCH-I545 using TapatalkTiger Sales:  AHP Distributor    www.tigersalesco.comAHP200x; AHP 160ST; MM350P,  Spoolmatic 30A; Everlast PowerTig 185; Thermal Dynamics 60i plasma.  For Sale:  Cobra Mig 250 w/ Push-pull gun.  Lincoln Wirematic 250
Reply:I use mine every day. I like it because I like really thin gloves and it slides on tubing really nicely.
Reply:I bought one and use it quite a bit. Especially when I think I can get away without it and then my rest toasts me and I have to stop and get out the TIG finger and resume welding.
Reply:I bought one, I only use it to free hand Tig welding on pipe. When walking the cup it's not needed.Don’t pay any attention to meI’m just a hobbyist!CarlDynasty 300V350-Pro w/pulseSG Spool gun1937 IdealArc-300PowerArc 200ST3 SA-200sVantage 400I bought one last week, I have yet to use it but i know there will be certain circumstances where I'm glad its there. Also I have no problem helping Jody out and may end up buying a few more to have just because
Reply:Waste of $$$$$...zap!I am not completely insane..Some parts are missing Professional Driver on a closed course....Do not attempt.Just because I'm a  dumbass don't mean that you can be too.So DON'T try any of this **** l do at home.
Reply:I bought 3 and use one occasionally, but helping Jody is worth the cost. If you start getting burnt, it's nice to slip it on and keep welding.Zap - you still use the ov glove?Burt _____________________Miller Syncrowave 250Millermatic 211Miller 375 Plasma Cutter Hobart Handler 12010FtDrillBit.com
Reply:[QUOTE=wb4rt;3739911Zap - you still use the ov glove?[/QUOTE] Everyday....zap!I am not completely insane..Some parts are missing Professional Driver on a closed course....Do not attempt.Just because I'm a  dumbass don't mean that you can be too.So DON'T try any of this **** l do at home.
Reply:Originally Posted by zapsterWaste of $$$$$...zap!
Reply:Originally Posted by zapsterWaste of $$$$$...zap!
Reply:For what little Tig welding I do, I use the Ov-glove too. But running my hand around a hot pipe Tig welding free hand the Tig finger works great.Don’t pay any attention to meI’m just a hobbyist!CarlDynasty 300V350-Pro w/pulseSG Spool gun1937 IdealArc-300PowerArc 200ST3 SA-200sVantage 400
Reply:Originally Posted by CEPFor what little Tig welding I do, I use the Ov-glove too. But running my hand around a hot pipe Tig welding free hand the Tig finger works great.
Reply:Originally Posted by weldermikeI bought two just to support the guys efforts and only used it twice in about 6months. I would not say its a waste of money tho, there's a time and place for every tool. I would use it more if it was right in front  of me.
Reply:Originally Posted by CEPFor some reason my hands aren't as tough as they use to be. At one time I had 3-rows of callouses, now my hands are as soft has a baby's butt!
Reply:Originally Posted by weldermikeWell...... that can have its pros and cons.
Reply:Originally Posted by CEPBut sometimes rough can be a good thing!
Reply:Zap's saving his pennies for bodywork. How's the plow damage looking?SqWave 200Millermatic 190Airco 200 ACHypertherm PM45Boice-Crane Band SawVictor O/A
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Reply:Well. When your life includes such adventures as lining ponds with coal tar resin, reaching up the coochie of a brahma to grab a calfs leg and baking cupcakes, skin and nail care is a must !Bubble gumTooth pixDuct tapeBlack glueGBMF hammerScrew gun --bad battery (see above)
Reply:Burpee, I have the same Wacker saw. I must admit, I can't find a thing negative to say about it. Very reliable, strong, runs great. I heard Makita, which I'm not a fan of but can't find a thing negative to say about them, makes them for Wacker, Dolmar, Speedi Cut, and some others."Where's Stick man????????" - 7A749"SHHHHHH!! I sent him over to snag that MIC-4 while tbone wasn't looking!" - duaneb55"I have bought a few of Tbone's things unlike Stick-Man who helps himself" - TozziWelding"Stick-man"
Reply:Waste of money and I have no desire to support a shill for welders of a certain origin.Engineer/CWI/Welder
Reply:+1 for Tig Finger.  I enjoy watching Jody's videos, he puts a lot of thought and effort into the presentation.  Nice to support him, and get something that's useful for TIGing.  Money well spent.Last edited by WenValley; 02-15-2014 at 09:12 PM.Lincoln Precision TIG 185.Flex-Loc 150 torch.Super-Flex hose.Lincoln MIG 180.Victor Oxy/Act torch set.DeWalt Bandsaw with SWAG stand
Reply:Originally Posted by ROBZ71LM7. I have no desire to support a shill for welders of a certain origin.
Reply:I bought one. I think it's awesome. And because it's a slick material it slides nicely on the metal as your advancing with the torch hand.
Reply:Originally Posted by ROBZ71LM7Waste of money and I have no desire to support a shill for welders of a certain origin.
Reply:Originally Posted by MinnesotaDaveA shill? Man you caught something wrong....
Reply:Originally Posted by Stick-manBurpee, I have the same Wacker saw. I must admit, I can't find a thing negative to say about it. Very reliable, strong, runs great. I heard Makita, which I'm not a fan of but can't find a thing negative to say about them, makes them for Wacker, Dolmar, Speedi Cut, and some others.
Reply:Originally Posted by AKweldshopI to must agree with everyone.Jody is the best guy on Utube.Always gives the truth, and is honest down to the pennies.What gripe do you have with Jody?John
Reply:Sorry Dave, I quoted the wrong Guy.I wanted to here from ROBz71Lm7.~John