Some of the ugliest welds you ever did see...

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...and I did them on purpose.Client wanted a "bottle tree"  so I figured while I'm at it I'll get enough material to make a couple of extras.Brian LeonardAppalachian Ironworks L.L.C.434 Long Branch Rd, Marshall, NC 28753828 649 9966828 702 [email protected]
Reply:Is it to put empty wine bottle, etc. on the branches?They look nice, whatever they're for. I'm always amazed by the artistry I see in your projects. you can tell there's a lot of thought and effort put into them. the bark almost looks natural. nice job
Reply:I think they look pretty good, what ever the customer wants to use them for.  On top of that Brain, look at all the experience you have gained running the machine cold. GeezerPower Mig 255C185 TIGBlue 175 MIGRanger 8 Kohler 20HP1974 5K Lincoln/Wisconsin Powered (Cherry)Victor/Harris O/AK 487 Spool Gun
Reply:Nice job! Glad 2 see u have an "iron thumb"
Reply:wow, those are cool. who much wire did you go through with those?There are no problems. There are only solutions. It's your duty to determine the right one.Hobart Handler 210Airco 225 Amp MSM Stinger
Reply:Very cool.  A bottle forest...(Retired) Professional firefighter, amateur everything else I try to do...Oh yeah:  Go Big Red!   (You know: one of the 12 members of the Big 10 cuz we left the 10 members of the Big 12...)
Reply:SWEEEEET!I plan on putting one of those together for this Spring!  Yours are Fantastic!BTW, how long of a Stake do you require on something of that weight and size to keep it 'planted firmly' (pun intended) in the ground?Cheers, Miller Diversion 165120 amp Buzz BoxVictor Oxy/Ace Oxy/LPGSmith "Little" Oxy/LPGHypertherm Powermax 30Lot's of Misc. tools n' crap....
Reply:I feel sorry for the poor bastard who tries to walk through those trees.Welding/Fab Pics: www.UtahWeld.com
Reply:Very cool stuff!Buy American, or don't whine when you end up on the bread line.
Reply:that looks like it took some time. Is it harder to do all those stringers knowing that it isn't for the sake of attaching something but just for decoration? Also not "ugly" it's perfect decorativity..Miller thunderbolt 250Decastar 135ERecovering tool-o-holic ESAB OAI have been interested or involved in Electrical, Fire Alarm, Auto, Marine, Welding, Electronics ETC to name a just a few. So YES you can own too many tools.
Reply:Originally Posted by MikeGyverI feel sorry for the poor bastard who tries to walk through those trees.
Reply:Originally Posted by Birdwell4Is it to put empty wine bottle, etc. on the branches?They look nice, whatever they're for. I'm always amazed by the artistry I see in your projects. you can tell there's a lot of thought and effort put into them. the bark almost looks natural. nice job
Reply:Originally Posted by app-ironworksllcThat reminds me of a joke: What do you call a blind doe?.
Reply:Originally Posted by BistineauA NoSeeDoe?The easiest way to get a bottle tree in your yard is to plant a bottle about 3" deep, water well and hope for the best.
Reply:Care to share how you "necked down" the crotch of the tree? ThanksAllen
Reply:Originally Posted by minnerCare to share how you "necked down" the crotch of the tree?
Reply:I think they are pretty funny...How much do they weigh?...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:Brian, nice stuff. If you have too many customers that want stuff like that I will be happy to take them off your hands... I don't have enough of those. The ones that want stuff like that but don't want to pay for it--------- I have too many of!PeterEquipment:2  old paws2  eyes (that don't look so good)1  bad back
Reply:Originally Posted by app-ironworksllcI wonder if you put money in the bottle you'd get a money tree?Try it and show me where they are so I can "check" on them for you.
Reply:Originally Posted by BistineauProbably not, the bottle would keep the money dry and it would not germinate properly. Try it and see. I was wondering if I came up with the right answer to the blind doe question, a NoSeeDoe.
Reply:Originally Posted by app-ironworksllcWhat do you call a cow with no legs?
Reply:Originally Posted by minnerCare to share how you "necked down" the crotch of the tree? ThanksAllen
Reply:Originally Posted by ZTFabDinnerNice work on the trees!
Reply:Wow, that's some really cool work.IW Local 580 NY, NY
Reply:Thats really creative I like it.Now for some UGLY welds. Here is an exhaust manifold repair on a sa-200 circa 1938, that potentially was welded with the very generator it was repairing ?!?!
Reply:Dont forget to show a final of the Valentines Edition - sounds like a l o t of work , but a good looking project. Do you have plans of any finish on it? Would look good with a clear coat after it started to show some rust. Great job