NDK
Cave Dweller
Member since January 2009
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1st cab
Apr 25, 2009 21:36:52 GMT -5
Post by NDK on Apr 25, 2009 21:36:52 GMT -5
I started my first ever cab today. I built a flat lap, and went to work on some boysenberry jasper from Michael John. I only have it worked to 400, but I'm so excited on how it looks I wanted to show it off already. I used a design from a template I got from Tony. Thanks Tony, They work great! I ended up having a corner snap off as I was cutting it on the WF saw, so it's a little different from his design, but I like it just the same. Now I just need to work on my picture taking skills... Hope y'all like it. Nate
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highplainsdrifter
fully equipped rock polisher
Member since December 2008
Posts: 1,266
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1st cab
Apr 25, 2009 22:21:14 GMT -5
Post by highplainsdrifter on Apr 25, 2009 22:21:14 GMT -5
looking good! That's your first cab?? Excellent shape and dome.
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NDK
Cave Dweller
Member since January 2009
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1st cab
Apr 25, 2009 22:31:02 GMT -5
Post by NDK on Apr 25, 2009 22:31:02 GMT -5
Thank you, HPD! That really means a lot to me, as your work is outstanding! Yes it's my first ever. I kept wanting to move on to the next level, and would look and decide to work it a little more. Maybe having to change the lap disc for each step gave me the patients to get it done right. Although I do have to say the picture is a little forgiving.
Nate
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mc2
fully equipped rock polisher
Member since April 2009
Posts: 1,147
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1st cab
Apr 25, 2009 22:51:56 GMT -5
Post by mc2 on Apr 25, 2009 22:51:56 GMT -5
Yea, that is nice work there! I know what ya mean about the patience, I find I am having to work on that too. lol
Mike
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1st cab
Apr 25, 2009 22:53:01 GMT -5
Post by fishenman on Apr 25, 2009 22:53:01 GMT -5
Sweet first cab Nate. Looks like you are a natural, that cab looks great.
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NDK
Cave Dweller
Member since January 2009
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1st cab
Apr 25, 2009 23:11:05 GMT -5
Post by NDK on Apr 25, 2009 23:11:05 GMT -5
Thanks guys. I can't wait to finish it tomorrow!
Nate
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adrian65
Cave Dweller
Arch to golden memories and to great friends.
Member since February 2007
Posts: 10,777
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1st cab
Apr 25, 2009 23:32:05 GMT -5
Post by adrian65 on Apr 25, 2009 23:32:05 GMT -5
Looking good already! The fun is just about to come. If you grinded and sanded it propperly on 400, from now on it's easier and more and more rewardable. I like the feeling of the finger creaking on the wet cab: that's the sign the shine is there Adrian
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bushmanbilly
Cave Dweller
Member since October 2008
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1st cab
Apr 26, 2009 2:46:59 GMT -5
Post by bushmanbilly on Apr 26, 2009 2:46:59 GMT -5
If thats what your first looks like. Your a natural. Keep up the good work.
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Apr 26, 2009 5:52:51 GMT -5
Post by Bejewelme on Apr 26, 2009 5:52:51 GMT -5
Nate: That looks super, I love the stone from MJ. You are going to be a natural, the shape is wonderful! Keep up the great work and have the patience to finish, and then I can tell you how shiny it is!!!! Amber
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Apr 26, 2009 7:05:34 GMT -5
Post by texaswoodie on Apr 26, 2009 7:05:34 GMT -5
Very nice first cab! Great dome on it. Keep up the good work.
Curt
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Wolfden
fully equipped rock polisher
Member since November 2007
Posts: 1,368
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1st cab
Apr 26, 2009 15:26:46 GMT -5
Post by Wolfden on Apr 26, 2009 15:26:46 GMT -5
Great first cabs cant wait to see it after the final polish
Wolf
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NDK
Cave Dweller
Member since January 2009
Posts: 9,440
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1st cab
Apr 26, 2009 21:31:48 GMT -5
Post by NDK on Apr 26, 2009 21:31:48 GMT -5
Thanks for all the kind words everyone. I'm glad you like it. Here it is polished. The colors are a little deeper, and of course it's shiny. lol... Nate
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onewomanarmy
has rocks in the head
Carpe Silicis!
Member since January 2007
Posts: 645
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1st cab
Apr 26, 2009 21:54:38 GMT -5
Post by onewomanarmy on Apr 26, 2009 21:54:38 GMT -5
Wow Nate - that's unbelievable for your first cab! That's beautiful - love the shape!
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1st cab
Apr 28, 2009 7:48:52 GMT -5
Post by frane on Apr 28, 2009 7:48:52 GMT -5
Looks like it sure turned out well! Fran
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beaddot
spending too much on rocks
Member since March 2008
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1st cab
Apr 28, 2009 11:15:40 GMT -5
Post by beaddot on Apr 28, 2009 11:15:40 GMT -5
If that's your first I can't wait to see your next one! Great job.
Dot
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NDK
Cave Dweller
Member since January 2009
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1st cab
Apr 28, 2009 13:09:11 GMT -5
Post by NDK on Apr 28, 2009 13:09:11 GMT -5
Thanks guys! I have to finish off the back and figure out what to do with it. lol
Nate
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