Jock says that he knows how to operate a mig welder and can teach you. Call when you are ready. Vivian -- Kaz wrote: I have decided to add a raisable visor to my helm. I'm tired of having water squirted up my nose, in my eye, etc during breaks in fighting. So, I'm going to attempt to make a double-headed eagle out of bar stock and stainless sheet. I have a Mig Welder which uses self-shielding flux-cored wire. However, I have never done anything except oxy-acetylene welders. Does anyone know how to safely operate one of these machines and would be willing to teach me? I would be very grateful for any help. Please see the attached drawing of the proposed helm and let me know what you think. -- Kazimierz Zlowieszczy (Kaz the Sinister)