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Post by connrock on May 25, 2009 5:29:03 GMT -5
I got my rocks for the worldwide tumbling competition and they're turning right now! I didn't do any trimming,grinding,etc. Just threw them in and off they went! 3.68 lbs    Here's hopin'! connrock |
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Post by frane on May 27, 2009 15:25:55 GMT -5
That looks like a pretty good batch. What were the rules you have to follow to win?
Keep us posted and GOOD LUCK!
Fran
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Post by connrock on May 28, 2009 3:36:34 GMT -5
Fran,
Thanks,
The rules are pretty much up front.
You may grind flaws with an 80 grit wheel to get rid of fractures,etc but only after the first rough cycle.
After that it's just tumblin away.
I doubt if I stand a chance to even get an honorable mention but thought i would give it a try any way.
connrock
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Post by frane on May 28, 2009 8:01:52 GMT -5
You never can tell and I am looking forward to seeing how they turn out!
Fran
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Post by stonesthatrock on May 28, 2009 9:41:12 GMT -5
good luck, remember the pics for us.
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Post by MyNewHobby on May 28, 2009 10:42:32 GMT -5
Good Luck!!!!
Julie
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DeanW
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Post by DeanW on Jun 4, 2009 0:01:31 GMT -5
Have you asked them how many entries there are? If not many you could easily "stand a chance."
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Saskrock
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Post by Saskrock on Jun 4, 2009 0:47:08 GMT -5
Good luck!!
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Post by sitnwrap on Jun 4, 2009 1:25:40 GMT -5
Good luck Conrock. I saw your first post about the comp but can't remember if you send the tumbles in or if you can attend the judging. Either way I hope you have a lot of fun doing this.
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pporky
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Post by pporky on Jun 4, 2009 5:14:28 GMT -5
goodonya conrock I hope that your tumble comes out really well I will look forward to seeing the "world champion stones'.pporky
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Post by connrock on Jun 4, 2009 7:20:10 GMT -5
Thanks all for all your good wishes. I don't know how many people entered the competition but being it's the 1st one I would imagine the list isn't all that long. I do know that others from here have entered but don't know who they are. I doubt if there are as many "serious" tumblers anywhere as there are on this site and being that the entry fee is 40 bucks I doubt if any "Ham n Eggers" entered either!! I'm doin my best to get a list of the competitors so I can send them some great tips on tumbling like "no water is needed and beach sand works best"! :nono:  ;D Do ya think? lol I finished the 1st rough and re-broke a few (which the rules allow) and the 2nd rough should be out by Monday. I forgot to take pic's after the 1st rough and hope I remember to take pic's of the entire process. Thanks again for your well wishes! connrock |
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Post by NatureNut on Jun 4, 2009 7:43:34 GMT -5
Yeah! Good luck and keep us posted!
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Post by Condor on Jun 4, 2009 9:34:59 GMT -5
Should be fun. I'd love to see pictures of all the people who contribute.
Condor
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Post by Bejewelme on Jun 4, 2009 10:46:13 GMT -5
Tom:
You are world class and I know these tumbles will win!!!! I thought it sounded neat, so here is hoping you get a nice big blue ribbon!!!!
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Post by Jack ( Yorkshire) on Jun 4, 2009 11:34:42 GMT -5
Hi Tom
Your in a class of your own
Hope all goes well
Jack
Yorkshire uk
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