Hi, my name is Steve, I'm retired and live outside of Portland. I have spent my life in motor sports and aviation. Due to health issues that have limited my ability to walk any distance I have had to make a few changes. I have spent the past five or so years playing around with antique fire arms. I do repair work on replicas and originals. That is what got my to buy my 225lx. I have used a gas rig and stick/mig rig as long as I can remember but only as a hobbyist. Looking forward to the learning experience.