im i the only one who still gas welds?

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You are using what I find to be the best torch I have ever found - bar none. I have been gas welding since 1979. I have never found a better or more versatile torch than a Henrob / Cobra. It easily welds aluminum, steel, copper br*** and will braze using household copper wire onto steel - if you think you need to do that, might be an interesting technique for some.

This torch eliminated the need for a TIG and a Plasma Cutter - it cuts better and more intricate than a Plasma Cutter
http://www.cobratorches.com/
Awesome tool !!