Lincoln Welding Helmet

[Jim Sullivan]

I finally splurged and bought a new Lincoln welding helmet. I had been using a Hobart helmet with two arc sensors, for many years. The only issue I thought I had, was that I would get flashed once in a while when tig welding steel.

After using the Lincoln this morning, it was very clear that the Hobart did not have as nice of a clear view of the weld pool as the Lincoln. To be fair, the lenses probably needed changing on the Hobart, but I don’t think the view was ever as nice as the Lincoln.

The Lincoln helmet is more adjustable and very comfortable. Besides, it’s really cool looking!

 

[1964SuperStocker]

I finally splurged and bought a new Lincoln welding helmet. I had been using a Hobart helmet with two arc sensors, for many years. The only issue I thought I had, was that I would get flashed once in a while when tig welding steel.

After using the Lincoln this morning, it was very clear that the Hobart did not have as nice of a clear view of the weld pool as the Lincoln. To be fair, the lenses probably needed changing on the Hobart, but I don’t think the view was ever as nice as the Lincoln.

The Lincoln helmet is more adjustable and very comfortable. Besides, it’s really cool looking!
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I have been doing the old school non-electronic helmet for ever. I bought an auto darken helmet and its still just setting in the box. LOL! I really need to get it out.

 

[Barry Taylor]

I got the latest Miller this spring and it was like night and day! Love it! Had been using a Spreedglass.

 

[La Hot Rods]

I have a Speedglass, had it for many years. Works great have replaced the battery in it once.

 

[Barry Taylor]

I used to like my Speedglass too! I’ve got a 1.50 lense enhancer on this and it’s dirty! You see everything in its natural color!

 

[Jim Sullivan]

I got the latest Miller this spring and it was like night and day! Love it! Had been using a Spreedglass.

That's exactly my take on the Lincoln vs Hobart. Night and day difference. I couldn't believe how crystal clear the view is. The Lincoln has a larger viewing area also.

 

[bobs409]

Sorry to join the party late on this thread but I'll offer something. I bought a helmet from Eastwood after getting my new Tig welder years back and found that something was causing the lens to go off as soon as the arc would strike which of course would flash me. It seems the welder itself was doing it. Not every single time but enough to be a problem! I sent that back! I got the Vulcan helmet from H.F. and loved it. No more flash and it works great! (was $150 at the time so not exactly cheap)

Just be sure if your helmet uses a battery to have a spare on hand. Mine has one (a coin type battery) and it's an odd number you won't find locally. I found it on Amazon.

 

[bobs409]

Got me thinking, I bet I had a thread on this! Found it! (page 2 is where I start to complain about my new Eastwood helmet)

Welding helmets, what's good? | General car talk

I think I'm going to upgrade from my $39.99 Harbor Freight welding helmet. I had to replace one battery twice now and with the new Tig welder, I'm not sure if it's me but my eyes feel a little funny after using it. (could be all in my mind too) Since I only have 2 eyes, thought it might be a...

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[Jim Sullivan]

I do remember your issues with the Eastwood helmet Bob. That, combined with my minor flashing issue with my Hobart, pushed me toward the Lincoln. Besides, the Lincoln helmet is just cool looking.