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3,585 43,209 Excited to be here!
by jbutcher
Jul 25, 2024 14:07:27 GMT -5
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Post here if you're having technical issues with the forum software and need help, or if your account has incorrectly been flagged as spam and restricted. Guests with difficulty registering or members who have become locked out should email for help: admin @ rock tumbling . com (no spaces)

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by demihuman
Jul 21, 2024 22:09:45 GMT -5

Lapidary Discussion Topics

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No New Posts Rock Tumbling - 24 Viewing

Rock tumbling discussion topics including rotary or vibe methods, recipes, grits, cleanup, etc. Get help from world class rock tumbling experts

Sub-board: Rock Tumbling Tutorials

6,208 78,099 Model AR-2 Barrel
by pebblesky
Jul 26, 2024 17:32:33 GMT -5
No New Posts Rock Tumbling Photos - 4 Viewing

Show off your latest batch of tumbles, or post photos of all things related to rock tumbling

4,253 59,250 Snakes and Stones
by lordsorril
Jul 26, 2024 6:49:47 GMT -5
No New Posts Creating Cabochons - 15 Viewing

All things related to creating cabochons, including photos of your latest masterpieces, works in progress, or requests for advice

Sub-board: Creating Cabochons Tutorials

12,367 167,262 Attention all you abrasive members
by lapidary1234
Jul 26, 2024 15:14:42 GMT -5
No New Posts Wire Wrapping - 4 Viewing

Show off your latest creative use of wire, or get advice on all things related to wire wrapping

Sub-board: Wire Wrapping Tutorials

5,186 67,021 Hummingbird Weave
by victor1941
Jul 26, 2024 17:07:51 GMT -5
No New Posts Metal Smithing - 5 Viewing

Discussions and photos related to the art of metal smithing with silver, gold, or any other metals

Sub-board: Metal Smithing Tutorials

1,112 15,519 poor attempt to make a bracelet
by rockjunquie
Jul 25, 2024 13:26:36 GMT -5
No New Posts Special Creations (intarsia, glass, metal, etc.) - 1 Viewing

Show off your special projects, or finished pieces you created using alternative methods or materials, as you expand your creativity beyond simple lapidary

1,704 25,729 A picture of tumbled gems.
by ThomasT
Jul 23, 2024 9:19:52 GMT -5
No New Posts Flat Lap Polishing Methods (displays, cabs, faceting, etc.) - 1 Viewing

Share your flat lapidary techniques and outcomes! Discuss machines, grit sequences, polishing compounds, and showcase your polished flat polished rocks and gems.

140 1,878 Questions about Covington 16 inch Vibrating Lap
by oldmanemu
Jul 22, 2024 3:03:42 GMT -5
No New Posts Rock Carving - 7 Viewing

Discussions and photos related to the carving of rocks including tools, methods, materials, and outcomes

Sub-board: Rock Carving Tutorials

373 5,158 Diamond for Saw Blades, but Regular Sandpaper for Polishing?
by wargrafix
Jun 27, 2024 7:24:18 GMT -5
No New Posts Sphere Making

Discussion and photos of all things related to the art of sphere making, including techniques, equipment, and showing off your finished specimens

188 3,102 Spheres? I call em' "marbles"
by amygdule
Jul 26, 2024 15:03:55 GMT -5

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No New Posts Rock Sciences, Articles and Information - 10 Viewing

The sub-groups herein are provided as a depository for rock sciences related posts that are specifically written in article format. Please do not post questions in these areas. Posts here are created as topic specific articles, or they are judged by staff to be exceptional and informative on a rock sciences subject, and are moved here by staff

Sub-boards: Rock and Mineral Identification, Geology 101, Archaeology and Artifacts, Paleontology and Fossils, Astronomy, Impacts, Physics

894 6,214 Geology/Geography YouTube Channels
by Son Of Beach
Jul 25, 2024 23:24:01 GMT -5
No New Posts General Rocks Board - 20 Viewing

All things rock related that don't really seem to fit into a specific category.

Sub-board: Other Articles and Tutorials

14,087 154,586 I thought I had a pretty good chunk of Sodalite!
by Rockoonz
Jul 26, 2024 11:59:57 GMT -5
No New Posts Cutting Rocks - Slabs and Saws - 18 Viewing

We want to see your rock slabs, fresh off the saw. Saws, blades, maintenance, refurbishing, or just cutting rocks in general

6,611 68,618 The solution I used to cool my HP 14 Drop Saw
by rocknrob
Jul 26, 2024 18:06:49 GMT -5
No New Posts Lapidary Equipment - 10 Viewing

Equipment related discussions including repairs, maintenance, refurbishing vintage equipment, or show us your home made equipment projects

DIY LAPIDARY PROJECTS PAGE

2,405 28,618 Older 36" Highland Park saw, any leads?
by creativeness718
Jul 26, 2024 18:07:43 GMT -5
No New Posts Rock Specimens and Themed Threads - 8 Viewing

Show us your rock specimens that are destined for a display case, or take part in our shared theme threads such as the very popular Thunderegg Thursdays, and Coprolite. Start one of your own and lets see if it grows.

3,684 47,381 COPROLITE
by RickB
Jul 26, 2024 11:57:11 GMT -5
No New Posts Fossils and Artifacts - 3 Viewing

Discussions and photos of all things related to fossils and ancient human artifacts

1,254 13,749 Petrified wood material
by cabby
Jul 18, 2024 14:29:27 GMT -5
No New Posts The Meteorites Board

The meteorite board is a gathering space where meteorite enthusiasts, collectors, researchers, and artists engage in discussions, share knowledge, and showcase their passion for these extraterrestrial relics. Through a dynamic array of threads, members exchange insights on meteorite identification, classification, scientific research, creative applications, and collecting experiences.

37 375 Meteorite Showers & Storms
by wargrafix
May 6, 2024 14:36:43 GMT -5
No New Posts Rock Identification Help - 16 Viewing

Post photos and ask questions to get help identifying your unknown rocks and specimens

3,579 31,464 Bubble Opals?
by gemfeller
Jul 26, 2024 18:39:07 GMT -5

Member Community Pages

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A place for posting all of those pictures that don't quite fit into any of the other categories - vacations, puppies, etc.

9,994 137,653 A walk in the woods
by rocknrob
Jun 20, 2024 23:56:57 GMT -5
No New Posts Competition and Fun Contests - 8 Viewing

Join in the various competitions and games that members create just for fun

829 30,806 *~ NOW OPEN ~* Cabochon Contest, July 2024 Theme: Orbs!
by miket
Jul 26, 2024 18:01:03 GMT -5
No New Posts Rockhounding Reports, Locations, Trips and Shows - 14 Viewing

Organize a rockhounding trip, request location information, advertise a show, or post your trip report with lots of pictures for us to enjoy

3,093 37,029 Suggestions for Rock Hounding Spots around Truckee CA?
by quartzilla
Jul 26, 2024 13:20:58 GMT -5
No New Posts Vendor Reviews and advice - 3 Viewing

Leave a helpful review for a vendor or request information or recommendations on which vendor to choose

1,419 12,020 MP Products, LLC
by Tommy
Jul 26, 2024 9:55:59 GMT -5
No New Posts RTH Marketplace, Buy Sell Trade - 5 Viewing

Members with at least 100 community quality posts can post new threads here to sell or trade rock related items. All members are eligible to respond and purchase. Buyer and seller beware - RTH is not responsible for the success or security of any transactions that occur here.

3,875 33,618 TUMBLING SLAB VARIETY (sold)
by pebblesky
Jul 26, 2024 13:06:38 GMT -5
No New Posts Life in General, Off-topic Chit-Chat Area - 12 Viewing

Lighthearted discussions about topics related to life in general and all other non-polarizing subjects.

12,760 184,954 The Official Day In Pictures Thread™️
by amygdule
Jul 26, 2024 17:48:28 GMT -5

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milosh: thanks alot for the add Iam Bryanne Onyango from Kenya Jul 22, 2024 11:46:11 GMT -5
RickB: (welcome_wave) Da Rules are up above in the Sales Department:
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carbidelamp: Hi All, I just joined, and am looking forward to being a member. I recently purchased my first slab saw from Highland Park Lapidary, and am just now cutting my first rock (Kona Dolomite). I am a life-long rock collector. Jul 25, 2024 13:31:14 GMT -5
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1dave: "You and me 'till the wheels come off!"- Jackie Robinson's wife, Rachael Jul 25, 2024 19:36:32 GMT -5
bigjohn: Kara- I just picked up a new HTD14 Drop Saw from HP lapidary. Regarding the pump filtering method you used, I'm curious if the mesh straining sack you picked up from Amazon worked out for you or not? Jul 26, 2024 9:40:29 GMT -5 *
bigjohn: RocknRob - Ditto here brother! Ordered the same saw and it arrives today but pump is on backorder. Glad I found this post. Jul 26, 2024 9:49:03 GMT -5
RickB: (spew) You're down here in the bilges with the wharf rats. You will get more mileage above on the upper decks. Jul 26, 2024 9:57:09 GMT -5 *
rocknrob: I would say slurry would be a more appropriate term (agree) Jul 26, 2024 15:05:30 GMT -5
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amygdule: If you have Scurvy, you should lick some Rocks...
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rocknrob: If you ever want to see a bunch of disappointed kids, try selling them rocks to lick instead of ice cream on a hot summer day. Jul 26, 2024 18:07:47 GMT -5
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