rockinronda
starting to spend too much on rocks
Member since December 2023
Posts: 246
|
Post by rockinronda on Mar 23, 2024 11:17:23 GMT -5
Pretty colors. What are they?
|
|
zebra61
starting to spend too much on rocks
Member since January 2024
Posts: 161
|
Post by zebra61 on Mar 23, 2024 22:51:50 GMT -5
I need -NEED! a vibratory tumbler FOR ROCKS 🪨 💎 I’ve been searching all the reputable rock shops (as well as Google, Amazon, eBay) multiple times a week and on several waitlists. So how is your search for the Unicorn going? Have you found your vibe tumbler yet? Curious.... Mark |
|
rockinronda
starting to spend too much on rocks
Member since December 2023
Posts: 246
|
Post by rockinronda on Mar 25, 2024 14:15:26 GMT -5
No such luck my friend :/
|
|
|
|
Post by velodromed on Mar 25, 2024 15:04:56 GMT -5
No such luck my friend :/ Thought any further about the raytech 5? It really is a good first time vibe tumbler. Even though I have a lot-o now, I still like to use the raytech quite often. They are available on amazon for $155 (double barrel), if you have access to it. Get the one with two barrels. That way you can use one for SiC, silicon carbide, and the other for AO aluminum oxide. I’ve had mine for a year now, and it’s been an excellent first vibe. I have done some beautiful rocks with it, some of them surprisingly large. I’ve gotten rocks nearly the size of my fist polished. If you do decide to get one, also get 4 to 5 pounds of ceramics because you’ll need them over time. I have found I get the best results when I have it loaded with media. I use ceramics and small aquarium agate. If you have any other questions, feel free to ask! |
|
rockinronda
starting to spend too much on rocks
Member since December 2023
Posts: 246
|
Post by rockinronda on Mar 25, 2024 16:17:01 GMT -5
I’ll just keep keeping on and play with the toys I have. It’ll work out eventually. I don’t even have enough for a load of final polish yet so I have time.
|
|
zebra61
starting to spend too much on rocks
Member since January 2024
Posts: 161
|
Post by zebra61 on Mar 26, 2024 10:12:17 GMT -5
No such luck my friend :/ Which one are you looking for? I'm curious if you called Minnesota Lapidary Supply? |
|
roQhound
starting to spend too much on rocks
Member since March 2023
Posts: 104
|
Post by roQhound on Mar 26, 2024 11:28:50 GMT -5
Johnson Brothers has Mini Sonics in stock (I think). I know some members have had issues with JB, but I ordered a Mini Sonic a couple months back and had it in my hands within a few days and it was cheaper than everyone else. That was before the price increase. I think they're about the same as others or a little cheaper now, but I'd check there if you're looking for something in stock.
|
|
zebra61
starting to spend too much on rocks
Member since January 2024
Posts: 161
|
Post by zebra61 on Mar 26, 2024 13:52:35 GMT -5
Johnson Brothers has Mini Sonics in stock (I think). I know some members have had issues with JB, but I ordered a Mini Sonic a couple months back and had it in my hands within a few days and it was cheaper than everyone else. That was before the price increase. I think they're about the same as others or a little cheaper now, but I'd check there if you're looking for something in stock. I noticed they sell a vibratory called 'Gy-Roc' too. It's something that I've never seen anywhere else. Wondering if anyone else has had any experience with them |
|
|
|
Post by southernlakehuronguy on Mar 26, 2024 15:31:01 GMT -5
There is a Gy-Roc for sale on this site, the Marketplace...https://forum.rocktumblinghobby.com/thread/104910/gy-rock-sale
|
|
zebra61
starting to spend too much on rocks
Member since January 2024
Posts: 161
|
Post by zebra61 on Mar 27, 2024 9:21:45 GMT -5
There is a Gy-Roc for sale on this site, the Marketplace...https://forum.rocktumblinghobby.com/thread/104910/gy-rock-sale Thanks for the note, looks like I missed out though. Appreciate the link. |
|
yurii
starting to shine!
Member since March 2023
Posts: 43 
|
Post by yurii on Mar 28, 2024 9:58:05 GMT -5
I need -NEED! a vibratory tumbler FOR ROCKS 🪨 💎 I’ve been searching all the reputable rock shops (as well as Google, Amazon, eBay) multiple times a week and on several waitlists. So please pm if anyone happens to see one in stock somewhere, or what supply shop you use so I can have more places to check. I’d really appreciate it 🫶 BTW, why is supply so far behind demand? Seems like there’s room in the market for competition *wink wink* *hint hint* *nudge nudge* Good day to all . I use this machine for stone processing. www.grobetusa.com/tumbler-6-qt-flo-thru-vib-item-no-47-787/ He has proven himself well over 10 years of work. The only thing I changed in it was the hole in the bowl (for draining water). I cut off the plastic thread from the inside of the bowl and filled the hole with silicone. I left the fitting on the outside as is. There are no holes in bowls for processing stones. But the principle and parameters of the machine are the same. |
|
rockinronda
starting to spend too much on rocks
Member since December 2023
Posts: 246
|
Post by rockinronda on Mar 28, 2024 12:45:51 GMT -5
Sorry folks. Busy busy bee at work this week. Thanks for everyone looking out I really appreciate it  |
|
Nov 14, 2024 18:17:57 GMT -5
*
Nov 14, 2024 18:17:57 GMT -5
*
Nov 15, 2024 17:44:51 GMT -5
Nov 15, 2024 17:44:51 GMT -5
