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Post by stardiamond on Aug 21, 2023 13:16:19 GMT -5
Flower of Peach from the bargain bin. Facing cut of the Guadalupe. I bought the partially because I saw a druse pocket and it is still there after preliminary grinding. Two Tahomas from slabs I cut.  |
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ashley
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Post by ashley on Aug 21, 2023 13:59:34 GMT -5
Those bottom two are going to be beautiful!
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Post by stardiamond on Aug 21, 2023 16:58:44 GMT -5
The Tahoma on the left is a very thick preform. The one on the right is a lot thinner so I spent about 10 minutes on it. I've developed a cabbing technique where the girdle is wider on the top than the bottom and I square it after completing the dome. It helps me from cutting into the face. I got a small chip when grinding the dome and after squaring the girdle and bringing it in a little, I got rid of it. Through 325 soft. Despite the weather report saying no rain, it is cloudy outside with a little rain, so the lighting for the picture isn't good.  |
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Post by stardiamond on Aug 22, 2023 13:28:30 GMT -5
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Post by michiganpebbler on Aug 22, 2023 14:08:10 GMT -5
The Tahoma’s are gorgeous. They remind me of stained glass windows. And the Guadalupe is striking, I really like it. Beautiful pieces. I never cease to be amazed by the talent here!
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Post by stardiamond on Aug 22, 2023 14:14:23 GMT -5
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Post by johnthor1963 on Aug 26, 2023 8:14:13 GMT -5
Outstanding material and craftsmanship. Stunning work.
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Post by stardiamond on Aug 28, 2023 14:04:01 GMT -5
  Recut as an oval through 325 soft. I'll finish it tomorrow when fresh. I dopped 4 other preforms. |
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