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Post by bmw2002 on Oct 10, 2017 15:08:13 GMT -5
On outside lap (leather) do you have to have an extender when you use the diamond paste? Olive Oil is a bit to aromatic for me. Could you use canola?
Off topic, though, what machine RPM's do the members use when using the Oxides like Cerium, Alum. Tin, etc? My old mentor says that 700 RPM's or less gives the best results. Anyone go higher or lower, and any reco's greatfully received.
Mike
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Post by bmw2002 on Oct 10, 2017 14:47:15 GMT -5
I worked with some Seraph. this summer. Easy to cut. Only minor complaint is the white hand lotion like stuff that it produces when sanded. Yet, it polishes well and is easy to shape. My wife sells all that I cut sand and polish in her shop. People are fascinated by the light refraction. You did a beautiful piece showing here!!!!
Mike
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Post by bmw2002 on Oct 10, 2017 14:38:33 GMT -5
Your cabs are magnificent. I am very impressed. One thing, though. Have you compared the polish of the 100k wheel to say Cerium Oxide? Can you compare them and give me your thoughts. I have thought about 50 & 100k wheels, but compared in price the wheels are a bit out there. Thanks
Mike
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Post by bmw2002 on Jul 8, 2017 19:00:14 GMT -5
I Have tried everything to down load Photo bucket no success i think i have a user name and password, but i still cannot see the rock carvings. Any suggestions?
Mike
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Post by bmw2002 on May 18, 2017 12:02:14 GMT -5
I live in Binghamton New York . As far as the color of marble , it is more like I will know when I see it . I have bought marble from www.thecompleatsculptor.com but there colors are limited . I have also bought from ebay , but also color is limited and it hard to get good sized piece . I have checked some web sites , but most of them I find want to sell like huge 500 lb blocks . I was hoping someone here knew I web site where I could buy say a 25 - 35 lb block of marble . I used to live in Binghamton. There are several great marble quarries in mid-state Vermont. The colors range from pure white to deep jade green. There are others. Some of these quarries have folks carving sculptures on site as well. Great adventure. You can choose the color, size and purity with a great selection. Also saves you shipping. Mike
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Post by bmw2002 on Apr 30, 2017 19:24:12 GMT -5
Tommy:
These are truly works of art. Extremely beautiful.
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Post by bmw2002 on Apr 22, 2017 14:57:58 GMT -5
Hi Dave: Thanks for your post. I came across this "Green Blade" thing @ www.jsgemslapidary.com/8in-MEAN-GREEN-BLADE/ I am probably being over dramatic, as this blade is brand new. The rim on the blade is crimped, which I have never come across, and does it matter which way it rotates? Since there are no notations on the cardboard case other than "The Green Blade" I suppose not. Not even a warning to run it in mineral etc. oil. Oh well. I wonder if there is a pun intended about "Mean" as they call it? Does it stand for rigorous or just cheap (er)? My mom's bathroom was painted the same color as the blade. Not to be confused with any Raytech blades which are superb tools. Mike
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Post by bmw2002 on Apr 21, 2017 20:05:01 GMT -5
First of all, I want to thank everyone here at RTH. During my working years, I did not have a lot of time for lap work as much as I wanted. It was that kind of job, with continuous non stop travel. United is not the only problematic airline out there, I can attest. Anyway:
Like I said, my Tourquoise Bud (TB) here in AZ- (cast of thousands- not including native Americans) sold me his dad's 10-PF Starboard. He had no use for it to do T work. Great saw, and yes BD bought them and made some good improvements on the "BD-10" over the years. Albeit, very pricey for me. RTH saved my bacon on some other saws up for my consideration. Came close. Thank you- mucho!
Included in the SB purchase were some "Green Blade" 10" blades. I changed out the old blade today, and when I went to get the new "Green Blades" imagine my surprise when there was no rotation arrow. TB's dad was frugal. The kerf-rim also kind of looked, well unusual. Somehow I began to have doubts when the thing resembled something painted with Walmart's best latex, aqua green- bathroom color, circa 1950. Ok, before I bothered the board, I Googled it. The 8" goes for $20.00, so that further made me a bit nervous. I usually buy MK's, because well they are MK's. I paid three times as much for my 6" blade than what Greenie was charging for it's 8".
I am not into wasting time or possibly putting my 10" into an earlier grave, (including myself). Has anyone used these blades? I have two. I am not confident with one. Brand new.
One other thing, I know there is a RTH thread concerning the travelling mechanism on the auto advance device (SB-10-PF) here, but I cannot find it. The auto advance screw is kind of dormant. 10 years in storage can do that. I may give up and go to an electrical machinist. I was wondering if anyone could direct me to that RTH thread. The Andy thing did not bring it up. I like the Andy thing, but I really like going through as many subjects and threads when I can. Good stuff! Always. Thanks!
Mike
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Post by bmw2002 on Apr 19, 2017 19:59:40 GMT -5
I have a 10" Star Diamond - TS- I just purchased, and I believe I am going to use the TSC Ideal Mineral Oil. (Light). Covington has a supplement additive - Koolant #2 or something like that which you add to your oil (1:9) for the higher MOHs stones to reduce heat. I realize that a 10" does not generate the heat and grind pressure of a bigger slab saw, but cutting tiger eye and chrysoprase takes a toll on my blades. This thread is priceless. Thanks to everyone.
Mike
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Post by bmw2002 on Apr 19, 2017 14:42:23 GMT -5
That is a stunning cab. Fantastic
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Post by bmw2002 on Apr 18, 2017 11:35:38 GMT -5
Thank you ever so much Captbob. I really feel good about this forum, but Lap. people are always special to me. I have been lurking all over this forum ever since joining last week. Fantastic knowledge here. Hope to contribute some stuff down the road.
Bmw2002
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Post by bmw2002 on Apr 15, 2017 12:32:54 GMT -5
My bud who has been exclusively tourquoise for years, sold me his dad's 10" Star Diamond trim saw. It has been in storage for a long time since his dad passed away. He does not have the operating manual, or it is somewhere in a place that will never be seen again. Is there any advice about how I could get one? The saw is absolutely fantastic in good shape. I can use it as a trim saw, but I would like get the travel mechanism fixed on the auto vice so I won't have to mother hen the slab if possible. One other thing that has my curiosity is that the motor that powers the travel vice has an outlet on the side. My buddy and I cannot figure what that is for. This is a great forum!!!
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Post by bmw2002 on Apr 15, 2017 12:08:59 GMT -5
I have looked at a lot of forums over the years. RTH is the best one I have encountered. Good information and not a lot of prejudice about certain lap techniques, etc.
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