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Post by Mel on Sept 24, 2020 15:48:14 GMT -5
So I'm seeing a few different methods of groove cutting, and wondering what you think would be easiest for a beginner. I'm just mucking around now, but want to try my hand. I've seen diamond files used, glass cutting machines, thin blade saws (cut one this way; looks OK but not great)...
I was thinking a glass grinder is probably the easiest because you can rest stones against the bed surface to keep everything even, but I don't know enough about it. I've always been a manual tool kind of person.
Thoughts?
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Post by mohs on Sept 24, 2020 16:07:24 GMT -5
I just saw a video on You Tube *
Of a lady who cut a groove on a cab.
Using diamond files only
It was really excellent vid and process
My present set up is using a Gryphette grinder with their groove bit.
I’ve had that grinder going on for 10 years and no problem
The bits last a long time
Matter of fact that was the company that I just order 2 bit
but only received one. But they last a long time
Anyway other rockers will have other methods
But this one is hard to beat I would think
And fairly inexpensive
That grinder as other uses for rocks also
* O I see Mel --you mentioned files
filed under groovy
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Post by knave on Sept 24, 2020 16:18:04 GMT -5
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Post by rockjunquie on Sept 24, 2020 16:27:58 GMT -5
I got a glass grinder on eBay and bought 2fer bits, too. Fastest way, I reckon.
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Post by Mel on Sept 24, 2020 20:29:11 GMT -5
Great minds think alike I suppose!
@mohs I bet it's the same video I watched. Was it the one cutting the maroon colored stone? I was really impressed, but I don't know that I trust my hands to do a steady/even groove with a file. But I don't trust myself with the internet & a bank account some days either!
One more thing to add to the never ending tool list.
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Post by mohs on Sept 24, 2020 20:42:53 GMT -5
Most likely the same video
Not sure why I never thought of it as alternative
I like to file
Zipp'n a groove w/ a dremel is
how i got started on the heart project
ha ha the list...
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Post by jasoninsd on Sept 24, 2020 20:48:39 GMT -5
Great minds think alike I suppose! @mohs I bet it's the same video I watched. Was it the one cutting the maroon colored stone? I was really impressed, but I don't know that I trust my hands to do a steady/even groove with a file. But I don't trust myself with the internet & a bank account some days either!One more thing to add to the never ending tool list. You're not the only one who feels this way!   |
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Post by Mel on Sept 24, 2020 21:32:00 GMT -5
jasoninsd RIGHT?!?! Here I was thinking "Oh look, a forum about rocks. I'll just read." But nooooo, everyone has to be SO helpful, and SO nice....!!
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Post by parfive on Sept 25, 2020 0:22:47 GMT -5
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Post by mohs on Sept 25, 2020 13:57:35 GMT -5
imagine if ya started a
scoring groove w/ diamond file
on the edge of cab
that would make dremel grooving
stable and zippitty doo dah
mostly
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Post by Mel on Oct 2, 2020 12:33:07 GMT -5
@mohs
I picked up a glass grinder for a cheap price off a local glass guy. Educated him a bit on tumblers while I was at it; he had planned to tumble glass for stepping stones in a Thumler, and asked me what I thought of his plan. Not gonna lie, felt good to share my knowledge with someone new.
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Post by mohs on Oct 2, 2020 13:36:53 GMT -5
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Post by Mel on Oct 3, 2020 20:57:54 GMT -5
Gotta share the knowledge Ed!
I'm hopefully going to get to try it out soon... got some groove bits on order, new saw came in Friday, and new rocks today.
Of course, as always, next week is just busy busy busy with work but maybe I can squeeze in some free time. Hopefully....
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Post by mohs on Oct 3, 2020 21:37:28 GMT -5
I capice Mel
Work is an unfair nuisance
When ya have rocking hobby
Especially with new toys and the ideals of
What type of crafting your going to be doing
I’m stoked about my project
plan on being up early to craft
Still have a fresh enthusiasm for it
After 20 years ^ 1600 heart ha
Enjoy and keep on!
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thecrystalisle
starting to spend too much on rocks
Member since October 2020
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Post by thecrystalisle on Oct 12, 2020 20:13:38 GMT -5
Thanks for asking this and to all the people who gave advice, I was thinking about doing this as well with my Dremel and diamond bits. Mel I would love to see your results |
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Post by knave on Oct 12, 2020 20:33:04 GMT -5
Tagging Mel:
It is confusing.
To get the current, active Mel, please type,
(@) prettygritty without the brackets.
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thecrystalisle
starting to spend too much on rocks
Member since October 2020
Posts: 142
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Post by thecrystalisle on Oct 13, 2020 7:41:17 GMT -5
Tagging Mel: It is confusing. To get the current, active Mel, please type, (@) prettygritty without the brackets. Thank you!! I have updated the post  |
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Post by Mel on Oct 13, 2020 14:05:58 GMT -5
Awww, I feel all special now. Unfortunately nothing yet; still waiting on my groove bits. Will definitely share some pictures though. |
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Post by Pat on Oct 13, 2020 16:10:12 GMT -5
Tagging Mel: It is confusing. To get the current, active Mel, please type, (@) prettygritty without the brackets. To get the current name, hover mouse over the name that is shown. The secret working name will show up. Use that as knave said. Some people have the same name as their public name. Many do not. Good luck! |
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Post by Mel on Oct 14, 2020 11:24:42 GMT -5
Well the bits came today....except with my grinder (Inland WizlingCG), the diameter of the diamond edge is too big. The plastic bracket holding the sponge in place rubs on the bit. Looks like I need to buy a different bracket. What a week.
Not a single thing has worked right.
(Later edited because I should not be allowed to try and use tools without tea and a good sleep. The bit fits fine upon closer examination, I just had the bitsert reversed).
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