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@Dammit
Brazed steel frames can be repaired pretty easily, TIG is a world of problems - normally a throw-away.
Anyway, if you want a do-it-all bike there's a huge range of choice, aim for something around the 135 rear 150 front mark I'd suggest.
I have a steel hardtail, which I really like - but I got it as a second bike, after the full-suspension trail bike.
If you don't have the luxury of being able to afford multiple bikes, get the most flexible one.