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Post by txrockhunter on Jul 6, 2016 22:03:22 GMT -5
While finishing the 1st Batch, I had some obsidian I had accumulated, running in the 2nd vibe. I had some silver sheen from paulshiroma, some mahogany from Fossilman, and some rainbow from an estate sale. After reading most of jamesp 'S dissertation on polishing obsidian, I was brave enough to give it a shot! I used some micro-alumina from johnjsgems, that worked great! I still had some rookie moves, like flats not polishing as well as rounded areas. I was limited to less than 48 of polishing, due to leaving town. Also, lots of finger prints..... Anyway, here are the highlights. 1. ![](http://i1383.photobucket.com/albums/ah290/jawilletts7872/Obsidian/20160703_234744_zpscv7vs8za.jpg) 2. ![](http://i1383.photobucket.com/albums/ah290/jawilletts7872/Obsidian/20160703_212400_zpseir9aje0.jpg) 3. ![](http://i1383.photobucket.com/albums/ah290/jawilletts7872/Obsidian/20160703_211114_zpscgwltzsc.jpg) 4. ![](http://i1383.photobucket.com/albums/ah290/jawilletts7872/Obsidian/20160703_211138_zpsh5seyf5b.jpg) 5. ![](http://i1383.photobucket.com/albums/ah290/jawilletts7872/Obsidian/20160703_211210_zpsi2vhwvq2.jpg) 6. ![](http://i1383.photobucket.com/albums/ah290/jawilletts7872/Obsidian/20160703_211353_zpswnmgdyeo.jpg) 7. ![](http://i1383.photobucket.com/albums/ah290/jawilletts7872/Obsidian/20160703_211457_zpsy45r2qt9.jpg) 8. ![](http://i1383.photobucket.com/albums/ah290/jawilletts7872/Obsidian/20160703_211526_zpsisuniyrh.jpg) 9. ![](http://i1383.photobucket.com/albums/ah290/jawilletts7872/Obsidian/20160703_211624_zpsetsiulqe.jpg) 10. ![](http://i1383.photobucket.com/albums/ah290/jawilletts7872/Obsidian/20160703_211708_zps0eucdrro.jpg) 11. ![](http://i1383.photobucket.com/albums/ah290/jawilletts7872/Obsidian/20160703_211730_zpsyu3vc2cx.jpg) 12. ![](http://i1383.photobucket.com/albums/ah290/jawilletts7872/Obsidian/20160703_211823_zpsbcrraao6.jpg) 13. ![](http://i1383.photobucket.com/albums/ah290/jawilletts7872/Obsidian/20160703_211951_zpsmv3mrabh.jpg) 14. ![](http://i1383.photobucket.com/albums/ah290/jawilletts7872/Obsidian/20160703_212016_zpse3ztxgwy.jpg) 15. ![](http://i1383.photobucket.com/albums/ah290/jawilletts7872/Obsidian/20160703_212114_zpsdgzhkkju.jpg) 16. ![](http://i1383.photobucket.com/albums/ah290/jawilletts7872/Obsidian/20160703_212142_zps54bgda9k.jpg) 17. ![](http://i1383.photobucket.com/albums/ah290/jawilletts7872/Obsidian/20160703_212207_zpsqxvapczo.jpg) 18. ![](http://i1383.photobucket.com/albums/ah290/jawilletts7872/Obsidian/20160703_212231_zpso9xmt4jj.jpg) 19. ![](http://i1383.photobucket.com/albums/ah290/jawilletts7872/Obsidian/20160703_212340_zpsqlldwcnd.jpg) 20. ![](http://i1383.photobucket.com/albums/ah290/jawilletts7872/Obsidian/20160703_212257_zpsmm1200bs.jpg) Again, thanks for looking! Jeremy
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Post by spiceman on Jul 6, 2016 22:10:01 GMT -5
Nice looking and good job. Never stop learning. Dale
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Post by Deleted on Jul 6, 2016 22:17:41 GMT -5
Well, I have all the parts, the lumber painted and cut to make my forever tumbler. I think after your first two batches, I'll just burn it all in my jamesp firepit and then give away all my rocks. After the perfection you are producing, I might best quit now, before I embarrass myself. Omg!! Wow!
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Post by txrockhunter on Jul 6, 2016 22:27:10 GMT -5
Well, I have all the parts, the lumber painted and cut to make my forever tumbler. I think after your first two batches, I'll just burn it all in my jamesp firepit and then give away all my rocks. After the perfection you are producing, I might best quit now, before I embarrass myself. Omg!! Wow! And who the hell are we going to learn from! If my tumbles came out well, it's because I had great resources, like yourself, to guide me along the way! So, thank you!!!
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Post by Garage Rocker on Jul 6, 2016 22:33:26 GMT -5
Another great batch. Obsidian and slag glass are next on my list to try. Thanks for sharing!
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Post by Deleted on Jul 6, 2016 22:49:45 GMT -5
When my tumbler starts rolling, i will do my second batch. First batch was garden stones 5 years ago, before my BS tumbler broke. Now, Im on the path with a firever tumbler. But even if I nail it on my second batch, your first batch is better, for simply being your first! ![(cheers)](//storage.proboards.com/1258779/images/JaWOk0IeEkImElgYrjAd.gif) Please keep after it. This is a fun summer on this website.
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Post by unclesoska on Jul 6, 2016 23:17:08 GMT -5
Some of the nicest Rainbow I've seen. Keep up the great work!
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Post by Pat on Jul 6, 2016 23:27:36 GMT -5
Not a tumbler, like obsidian. Wow!
Like them all, but 10 green is truly a looker.
That is quite the batch of shiny, shiny beauties!
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Post by paulshiroma on Jul 6, 2016 23:33:36 GMT -5
Outstanding! They came out great!
Paul
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Post by Jugglerguy on Jul 7, 2016 6:17:36 GMT -5
Nice rainbow!
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Post by orrum on Jul 7, 2016 6:22:04 GMT -5
Definitely the nicest rainbow I have seen! X2 Scott!
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Post by Erich on Jul 7, 2016 6:45:02 GMT -5
can't get enough of your Rainbow!
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Post by txrockhunter on Jul 7, 2016 7:20:07 GMT -5
Thanks for all the kind words!
I forgot to mention one of my bigger rookie moves! Not knowing there is a difference in ceramics. I had run my pre-polish for 3 days and was expecting to see some shine. There was very little difference from the first day! After a little research, I figured out the I had purchased AO ceramics, typically used for tumbling metal. Basically ceramics with grit! If you are looking for ceramics to run through polish, make sure you buy the "non-abrasive" kind!
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Post by jamesp on Jul 7, 2016 7:20:32 GMT -5
Nailed those trick obsidians. And some real nice material. Love the green sheen. Impressed with your home built tumbler too Jeremy. I forgot what rpm you run that one at.
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Post by riverrock on Jul 7, 2016 7:32:22 GMT -5
Maybe I should just send you a batch that has been in and out of my tumblers for over a year. I hate obsidian .
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Post by txrockhunter on Jul 7, 2016 8:04:06 GMT -5
Nailed those trick obsidians. And some real nice material. Love the green sheen. Impressed with your home built tumbler too Jeremy. I forgot what rpm you run that one at. Thanks, James! Without your personal battle with obsidian, I would have been lost! A non scientific count gave me approx. 11 rotations in 10 seconds, so about 66 rpm's. I ran the obsidian in there for about 3-4 days, with regular rocks. That got most of them through rough grind and ready for the Vibe. I did have my first lid blow-out, as the obsidian can make a batch really gassey! Luckily, I have the tumblers set up with lids facing each other and that kept the lid on with just some minor spillage. I am going to add Castors to the tumbler so it can slide under the workbench and be pulled out for easier access. Jeremy
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Post by jamesp on Jul 7, 2016 8:35:05 GMT -5
Nailed those trick obsidians. And some real nice material. Love the green sheen. Impressed with your home built tumbler too Jeremy. I forgot what rpm you run that one at. Thanks, James! Without your personal battle with obsidian, I would have been lost! A non scientific count gave me approx. 11 rotations in 10 seconds, so about 66 rpm's. I ran the obsidian in there for about 3-4 days, with regular rocks. That got most of them through rough grind and ready for the Vibe. I did have my first lid blow-out, as the obsidian can make a batch really gassey! Luckily, I have the tumblers set up with lids facing each other and that kept the lid on with just some minor spillage. I am going to add Castors to the tumbler so it can slide under the workbench and be pulled out for easier access. Jeremy I can't remember if you are using those rubber cap lids. They start to bulge outward when gas starts. I have double clamped them. Have had them shoot a long way upon loosening the band clamps. Running cap to cap a great idea.
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Post by txrockhunter on Jul 7, 2016 9:22:10 GMT -5
Yes, i'm running the rubber caps. I started the double straps after that blowout happened. The cap to cap thing was a total accident, but it kept the cap on just enough to stop major problems. I installed 1" pipe clamps to keep the barrels from creeping. That kept the other barrel in place as the lid was popping off. ![](http://i1383.photobucket.com/albums/ah290/jawilletts7872/Equipment/CIX_C-025_zpspof1zclo.jpg)
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Post by Fossilman on Jul 7, 2016 9:30:33 GMT -5
Those are crazy cool Dude!! I have tumbled Obsidian,but get skunked on the polish part-so all are in a tub in the corner of the bench-LOL.. As I say again,NICE!!! Two thumbs up
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Post by txrockhunter on Jul 7, 2016 9:46:26 GMT -5
Those are crazy cool Dude!! I have tumbled Obsidian,but get skunked on the polish part-so all are in a tub in the corner of the bench-LOL.. As I say again,NICE!!! Two thumbs up Thank you, sir! If I had as much cool material as you, I would keep that obsidian in the bucket, too! That 1st picture is from your stuff. I'll take more photos of the stuff you sent me. It's way cool!
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