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Should I get work boots with laces?

There are pros and cons with lace up welding boots and you have to decide if they’re right for you or if you’d prefer slip on welding boots. Over the years I’ve seen welders walking around with burnt laces. It’s crucial that if you’re welding you don’t have normal laces that are exposed. Some people will use either raw hide laces or Kevlar laces. Out of these, the kevlar laces are my preferred choice because they offer the same flexibility as a normal pair of laces. The only problem with having these exposed laces is that you can sometimes still get spatter in your boot. The last thing you want is molten metal burning through your foot whilst you struggle to get your boot off.   If you’re going to buy lace up welding boots then you need to get a pair with a metatarsal guard. These boots have a protective covering over the laces to protect your feet and your boots from damage. If you really want to avoid any dangers which may arise from have boots with laces, then slip on boots...
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#1 – REVCO BX9C-2XL WELDING JACKET

The Good First up, we have the Revco DSX Welding Jacket. One of the better and thicker welding coats on the market, Revco is excellent at protecting your arms from getting singed and your clothes from getting burned. The thick coating makes it also very warm, which is excellent if you’re planning to work in colder weather. The coat also has an adjustable cuff and wrist straps for a better fit. VIEW ON AMAZON The Bad The coat is thick – but it is too thick on occasion. The added layers that offer such excellent protection make the coat very hot, and you won’t be able to wear it long in warm weather without it stretching. Not only that, but the jacket, being made of cotton, suffers from what all cotton welding coats suffer – they can burn through at a quicker rate than most. Final Thoughts Overall, this is a good welding jacket. It might not last as long if you’re an ardent welder, but for light welding during winter months, it might be just what you need. Check ou...
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HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT WELDING BOOTS?

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Welding in itself is a very dangerous activity. Hence, you are more exposed to the risk inherent in welding without the appropriate safety boots. While wearing a welding boots cold feel a little uncomfortable at first, it does a very good job of protecting the leg. Below are some dangers to your feet when welding without a safety boot: Injuries and burn as a result of flying sparks Splatter from welding materials, irritating liquids or molten metals could cause injury Risk of stepping on an electric wire or sharp object Electric shock Risk of the object penetrating the sole of your feet Fall and slippage as a result of wet floor etc. With the above in mind, it is obvious that the main reason for selecting a good safety boot is safety. Thus, you get to protect your leg and toes from injuries that could otherwise be deadly. Looking at the dangers involved in not using a welding boot, it is a big risk not to use one as a welder. You just don’t go to the market and select a weldin...
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