redwings1
starting to shine!
Member since July 2009
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Post by redwings1 on Jul 22, 2009 11:30:52 GMT -5
Hello everyone. I was wondering where you all like to order your supplies from, such as grits and polishes...I use KingsleyNorth but would like to shop around too. Thanks!
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Post by Michael John on Jul 22, 2009 11:41:33 GMT -5
You might try posting in the tumbling forum for this info. This forum is for members to buy, sell, and trade with each other.
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Jul 22, 2009 12:19:58 GMT -5
Actually, I think the Vendors section is the appropriate place.
But to answer your question: The Rock Shed is very popular, as is Miles Supply for large quantities. I've been happy with Kingsley North, too. You might also check out Minnesota Lapidary Supply; Val's prices tend to run higher, but his service is excellent and he's the only supplier of TXP polish.
Depending on where you live, the shipping can be the deciding factor in large quantities.
Hope that helps, Chuck
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Post by stonesthatrock on Jul 22, 2009 12:56:48 GMT -5
i also use the Rock Shed. Good prices and nice people.
mary ann
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10thumbs
spending too much on rocks
I want to be reincarnated as a dog.
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Post by 10thumbs on Jul 22, 2009 15:40:04 GMT -5
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Sabre52
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Me and my gal, Rosie
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Post by Sabre52 on Jul 22, 2009 18:17:36 GMT -5
Yeah, the Rockshed is very good as is
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redwings1
starting to shine!
Member since July 2009
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Post by redwings1 on Jul 22, 2009 18:59:03 GMT -5
thanks everyone, and yes, my question would have made more sense to be in the 'General' area I think...
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1rockhound
spending too much on rocks
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Post by 1rockhound on Jul 23, 2009 10:26:08 GMT -5
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ksk
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Post by ksk on Jul 23, 2009 18:39:45 GMT -5
+1 for MLS (Minnesota Lapidary Supply): lapidarysupplies.com/Val also is the only supplier for #61 Rapid Polish (not sure if this is the same as TXP)
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10thumbs
spending too much on rocks
I want to be reincarnated as a dog.
Member since March 2009
Posts: 480
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Post by 10thumbs on Jul 27, 2009 7:59:13 GMT -5
Alaska Mining & Diving Supply www.akmining.com Cheapest Lortone Tumblers + free shipping Alaska Mining has raised their prices significantly on the tumblers since I placed my order. Santa Fe Jewelers supply is significantly cheaper on the Lortone Tumblers now even if you have to pay for shipping.
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