I'm in school for welding in Utah. I've tried a number of hoods, but I can't see anything through most of them. Particularly once the arc is lit. I've tried HF to Miller quality/brand wise. None really work for me. I've even tried too light and too dark, hurt my eyes and couldn't see, respectively.

So, what is the best hood for visibility while welding? I need to be able to see the puddle and base metal. Particularly for overhead, that's been the worst to see. Unlimited budget, but only if I can see what might make it better. I am willing to pay for quality, but dislike paying for names.

I'm at my wits end here. If I can't find some way to see, I will have to do something else I guess. Can't put the bead where it belongs if I can't see where it should be. I've tried everything else I can find online. Extra lights, flashlights, what repositioning is allowed, different hoods, fixed and variable shades, auto dark and flip lens, light blocking around the back, cheater lenses...…