I have always preferred Victor personally, in my expierience it is much easier to find replacement tips for them than it is for other brands. I have used them all, and they all generally perform well, but with gas cutting and welding equipment I have found that you get what you pay for. If you can afford a Victor, Smith, or Harris torch set it will last you a few lifetimes if you take care of it. One thing to take into concideration is that you want to make sure that the torch set you get is equipped with reverse flow check valves and flash back arrestors (either built in tothe torch or connected to the supply hoses). Some of the older used torches and cheaper off brands don't have these essential saftey features. And though yes, the chances are slim that if used properly 99 out of 100 welders will not expierience a flashback, It's still worth a little extra to ensure your personal safty and eliminate the possible risk to your shop and everything else around it.
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