geodes4u
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Post by geodes4u on Apr 29, 2017 16:07:12 GMT -5
I would very much enjoy having one of those. Thank you !!
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Post by geodes4u on Apr 29, 2017 11:32:57 GMT -5
What is the cost per pound at places like this?
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Post by geodes4u on Apr 29, 2017 11:28:32 GMT -5
Not surprised by the top two, but the rest are. I believe the person with the stone in hard plays as much a part as does the machine they choose to use. This is good info for us. Thanks!
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Post by geodes4u on Apr 29, 2017 11:21:30 GMT -5
A very light background on that leopardskin. Beautiful! Excellent work!!
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Post by geodes4u on Apr 26, 2017 15:22:25 GMT -5
Very good information. Interesting to see the 4-H logo on there.
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Post by geodes4u on Apr 26, 2017 8:11:58 GMT -5
Beautiful. Nice clean cuts! Very good. -TW
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Post by geodes4u on Apr 25, 2017 9:11:00 GMT -5
Zarguy's post is good information and the best way to start. Good to see another "gem" saved !
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Post by geodes4u on Apr 23, 2017 6:46:05 GMT -5
Have seen Dryhead halved, but never slabbed.
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Post by geodes4u on Apr 23, 2017 6:39:31 GMT -5
Those are beautiful! Thank you for sharing.
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Post by geodes4u on Apr 22, 2017 12:09:11 GMT -5
Finally ! 7 1/2 years and I am no longer a "Newbie". WooHoo!!!
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Post by geodes4u on Apr 22, 2017 12:08:01 GMT -5
You will be about 30ish minutes from Coralville(Iowa City). They will have more affordable facilities there right off I80, if you don't mind the drive. There are bed & breakfasts in the Amana's area and a hotel by the indoor water park (which is close to Amana's). Turnout will determine the availability. I would make reservations. The ones in Coralville are close to a Texas Roadhouse (Yum!).
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Post by geodes4u on Apr 20, 2017 13:21:04 GMT -5
Wow, I missed this thread earlier. What exceptional material.
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Post by geodes4u on Apr 20, 2017 12:44:37 GMT -5
Covington is one of the long lasting companies. Over 150 years. Not a bad price even if you had to replace a few parts. The older stuff (in my opinion) is the better quality. Oh, the choices we have to make.
-TW
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Post by geodes4u on Apr 20, 2017 11:04:34 GMT -5
Thank you. Well organized and easy to use. What a great addition to this wonderful forum.
-TW
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Post by geodes4u on Apr 12, 2017 20:01:43 GMT -5
By the way. Thank you for the faceting section !!!!
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Post by geodes4u on Apr 12, 2017 19:54:57 GMT -5
Either of the two machines you mention would be wonderful; if you have that kind of cash. I went the used route paying $500 for a perfect Graves Mark IV. It is not fancy but it cuts great stones. So it works for my needs. The problem is not finding a machine, the problem is the cost of rough material. I don't find cutting synthetic material very rewarding, and the real stuff is going to be expensive for very small pieces. Faceting is relatively simple, and a lot of fun, but I have had to slow down because of the cost of rough. Just something to keep in mind. Your first few stones will take awhile, but you get faster with practice. I am a retired drag racer, who would love to get back at it. Have been to Route 66 Raceway many times. Coolest track in the NHRA.
TW
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Post by geodes4u on Apr 9, 2017 17:11:24 GMT -5
That's ok. I will just play in my own corner then. 250 ain't gonna happen for me. I'm fine just as long as I can access the great knowledge and archives of information from the smart people on this forum. I am thankful for it !!
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Post by geodes4u on Dec 28, 2016 20:00:29 GMT -5
I'll bite. Cruz is good. Mike Lee would be my pick.
TW
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Post by geodes4u on Dec 28, 2016 18:56:47 GMT -5
I'll steer clear, but thanks for the advice. (That's funny!)
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Post by geodes4u on Dec 28, 2016 18:41:52 GMT -5
I think Earl was the brains behind the tumbler and the dry media for it. He had help from Chet Coleman. Chet was phenomenal at building things from scratch. I also wish I knew more.
TW
Must be 50 posts ! Maybe.
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