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pmmcs
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Sorry - 3 Questions Nov 16, 2008 13:51:23 GMT -5

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Post by pmmcs on Nov 16, 2008 13:51:23 GMT -5

Hi,

1) I would like to tumble some real small loads, what is the smallest barrel you can use? Everything says keep the barrels 3/4 full but on a 1lb barrel, that is still a lot of stones. Any suggestions?

2) I have a little tool that grinds a groove (I have seen the wire wraps on here and I would like to have a go). At what stage in the process should I groove?

3) Could any one point me in the direction of some instructions on how to do the bails on the wire wrap.

Thanks in advance.

Paula

connrock
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Sorry - 3 Questions Nov 16, 2008 15:44:11 GMT -5

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Post by connrock on Nov 16, 2008 15:44:11 GMT -5

here''s a link on how to make a bail,,,,

www.bleilysgems.com/makingabail.htm

if the barrel is too big just fill the rest with some other type of small stones.pieces of glass.ceramic media,etc.

you can cut the slot just before you wrap the stone.

connrock

Beacon Falls,CT

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