For example, I’m sure the average joe doesn’t know just how expensive calligraphy pens can be, or how deep the rabbit hole goes on video game speedruns.

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      The thing is, it’s a skill that pays for itself if you have enough projects in mind. I’ve paid for my equipment a hundred times over by building things that would have cost a hell of a lot of money to have done.

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          For my jeeps: cargo rack, front and back bumpers, pull out drawers, rock rails, body work, frame repair. Built a boat trailer, fix broken equipment, I’ve lost count of the things, frankly.

          I think welding is a life skill like woodworking/carpentry/plumbing/electrical, they all pay for themselves as hobbies if you decide you aren’t spending your life in front of a TV.