AMEN.
This is why I hate MIG welders in the hands of the uninformed. It's so easy to make a really pretty weld that doesn't do anything.

Years ago my cousin needed some college money so he took a job at a farm equipment manufacturer named Haybuster. He was raving about how easy it was to weld with a MIG. Beautiful weld every time. The kicker - training was like 5 minutes!

Just think, from zero to pro welder in 5 minutes.
Give me a stick anytime.

R.