Why Stick welding is better than MIG

I don't like mig and don't think it's practical for hobbyist welders or the first welder you should buy. Please subscribe and check out some other of my videos.

More detailed video:    • Why Stick welding is better than MIG ...  

Second video in the series:    • Why TIG welding sucks for beginners  
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0:00 intro
0:28 mig is not easy to learn
1:22 overview of mig
1:46 overview of stick
2:30 why mig is complex
3:35 why stick easy to set up
4:00 portability
4:39 versatility
5:15 cost of welding exotic materials
6:14 complexity and cost of shielding gasses
6:50 bead penetration
7:15 purpose of mig
7:52 introduction cost
8:53 shut up about AC