chromenut
fully equipped rock polisher
Member since December 2009
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Post by chromenut on Mar 3, 2010 11:55:12 GMT -5
Okay, finally cleaned up enough space and pulled out the 6 pound tumbler and the 5 pound vibe. Thanks to a few other members here I've been loading up on the rough to get started and today I'm diving in, my first attempts at tumbling, so wish me luck!!! Of course I know this takes time, but I"m hopeful to turn out some beautiful stones...
Thanks again to those of you whom I purchased rough from!
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revco
starting to spend too much on rocks
Another Victim Of The Rockcycle
Member since February 2010
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Post by revco on Mar 3, 2010 12:15:59 GMT -5
Good luck! It's a fun background hobby that doesn't require a lot of time and the results are fantastic! It's awesome to see some gritty & dirty stones turn into beautiful pieces. It really makes one appreciate the world we live in - where even the common rock can exemplify beauty! Have fun!
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chromenut
fully equipped rock polisher
Member since December 2009
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Post by chromenut on Mar 3, 2010 12:51:01 GMT -5
I thought the rocks were beautiful going in, I just can't wait until a month down the road when I'm almost finished and can see how pretty they really are!
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Post by montanamuskrat on Mar 3, 2010 17:08:05 GMT -5
Good luck, have lots of patients.
Debby & Tom
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Post by 150FromFundy on Mar 3, 2010 18:21:22 GMT -5
I gather you may have a little advantage when it comes to photographing your tumbles. Good luck and be ever so patient!
Darryl.
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chromenut
fully equipped rock polisher
Member since December 2009
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Post by chromenut on Mar 3, 2010 22:27:24 GMT -5
Yep, sounds like that's key in tumbling. I've got the two barrel tumbler going, and can already tell that 6 gallons is not going to be big enough for me...lol... got to get some starter grit for the vibe so I can use it... forgot to pick up 120/220 for that and for my second step on the rotary.
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Post by rockrookie on Mar 3, 2010 22:29:18 GMT -5
Good luck !! and have fun!
i always anticipate the 1st dose of rinse water over the still muck coated batch . when you reveal the much rounder stones and as the wet rock shows what it will look like once they are finally polished .
enjoy !!!
--paul
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Post by susand24224 on Mar 3, 2010 23:55:41 GMT -5
It is just the first of many beautiful batches to come--please continue to share the excitement.
Susan
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chromenut
fully equipped rock polisher
Member since December 2009
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Post by chromenut on Mar 4, 2010 22:02:26 GMT -5
Going good, ran 24 hours and burped them today, didn't really need it as they hadn't built up any noticeable pressure but I did want to see how well they were doing. Both had built up a perfect slurry and the stones were well coated. Very happy so far. Gotta get me some 120/220 for next week if I can find some....
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Post by MyNewHobby on Mar 6, 2010 17:22:44 GMT -5
I think you will do great!!
I love seeing newbies and their first batches. Mine were not so good. But .... I have learned a lot, have more to learn, and have finished some really pretty batches.
Good Luck and Have Fun!!
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Post by llana2go on Mar 7, 2010 11:31:19 GMT -5
Patience is the key! Waiting 3, 4 or more weeks while they run in 60/90 will almost make ya' crazy, but the wait is worth it.
And, yeah, once ya' get the bug 1 or 2 tumblers won't be enough! ;D
The Rock Shed is the best place for buying grit and other tumbling needs. Super fast shipping. I order a bunch of stuff Thursday afternoon and it was here Saturday. Love those little sweet treats they always include with your order too!
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Haleysdream
has rocks in the head
K-9 unit Rock Hounds
Member since January 2010
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Post by Haleysdream on Mar 7, 2010 12:45:54 GMT -5
You will wish you stared sooner. good luck
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