Back in my welding class at the community college, the instructor made us run beads on different sized copper backing bars. The big takeaway was how much the strip width changes the weld pool shape itself, not just the heat. A narrower strip forces the arc into a tighter, deeper channel, so you get better penetration without cranking the amps. It's like the difference between a wide puddle that just sits there and a focused one that digs in.

My woodworking magazine swears by story sticks for odd angles.

Remember that extra laptop battery? Mine's basically a paperweight now.

Catching a number like that is a fun little win. @the_willow is right about pulling over for a picture, I did the same when my old Civic hit 123,456. Makes you wonder how many other drivers saw that exact number on the same stretch of road.

Honestly, is a dent puller even worth the hassle for most people? That sounds like a pro body shop tool.