Another option to buying a welder... If you really needed a welder and was waiting for the MM 180 to arrive, I'd hedge my bets by buying the HH187 at Tractor supply. Buy it, but don't open it until you know the status of the MM 180 welder you ordered.
HH187 is a very nice welder. You will not be disappointed with the performance.
Get 10% at tractor supply. Not sure if this coupon will work on welders. Might be worth a try. Best option would be to take the welder to checkout and present coupon and dont' ask questions. Coupon valid June 8 -12.
10% Off Tractor Supply Printable Coupon
HH 187 for $549.xx right now on sale.
Hobart Handler® 187 Welder - 3807126 | Tractor Supply Company
All these interwebz stories about TSC, Lowe's, etc. getting a different quality welder than the higher priced small shops... bogus internet BS, or a thread of truth in there?