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Post by Cher on Nov 10, 2005 9:41:56 GMT -5
*smile* That sounds like an offer I can't refuse. Thanks Stefan,
that would be awesome! Wow, you guys are so nice, going to make
me cry again.
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stefan
Cave Dweller 
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Post by stefan on Nov 10, 2005 9:45:03 GMT -5
I'll send em out Monday! (oh wait I'm taking Friday off- hmmm Maybe Friday!)
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Emerald
spending too much on rocks
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Post by Emerald on Nov 10, 2005 10:25:19 GMT -5
Wow...very nice!
Don't do what I did Cher and cut a black stone! You'll be changing out your oil! Though, give your saw a break once in awhile and let the grunge settle to the bottom. (Assuming it uses mineral oil) If it's water...well heck....just don't bruise your thumbs...and stay warm....cutting with water is COLD! Take frequent breaks and warm up~!
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Post by ladyt on Nov 10, 2005 10:37:23 GMT -5
WOW!! What an extremely nice thing to do! Merry Christmas Cher.
I've always siad, all you have to do is believe.
Who said there isn't a Santa Claus?!
Have fun.
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Post by Cher on Nov 10, 2005 10:42:19 GMT -5
Wow...very nice! Don't do what I did Cher and cut a black stone! You'll be changing out your oil! Though, give your saw a break once in awhile and let the grunge settle to the bottom. (Assuming it uses mineral oil) If it's water...well heck....just don't bruise your thumbs...and stay warm.... cutting with water is COLD! Take frequent breaks and warm up~!Has anyone tried using rubber gloves while cutting to keep your hands drier which would keep them warmer? |
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Post by rockyraccoon on Nov 10, 2005 11:12:34 GMT -5
cher i'd be scared the tip of the glove might get caught somehow between the rock and the blade and pull the glove (and finger) into the blade.
kim
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Rose
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Post by Rose on Nov 10, 2005 11:16:44 GMT -5
Wow Cher !! Happy sawing The people on this board are soooo nice  |
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Post by Cher on Nov 10, 2005 11:27:33 GMT -5
Ooooo never thought of that. Maybe if the tips of the fingers were cut off so
they wouldn't touch the rock but would protect most of your hand. You know,
kind of like hunters / golfers gloves.
I'm just a short hoot and holler away from getting all wet! I found a little
table out in the garage that fits just perfectly for the saw. It's just a little
tilted due to the floor around the drain so I've got to find something to
level it out. How critical is it that the saw is level, does it have to be perfect?
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Emerald
spending too much on rocks
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Post by Emerald on Nov 10, 2005 11:57:48 GMT -5
Cher they do have something called Alligator Skin. It's a wrap on stretchy bandaid of sort. It's good to use when you're grinding to save your fingertips, however, I don't think it'll help much with the sawing.
Mineral oil seems to be "warmer" to use in my opinion, messy, but warmer and it's wonderful on your hands. I'm sure you could use gloves, just as long as they're snug fitting, for safety purposes, but I don't think it will make your hands warmer. You might even try using warm water in your tray....I've done that before and it did help....but didn't last nearly long enough. :-(
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Post by creativeminded on Nov 10, 2005 12:49:23 GMT -5
I love early christmas presents.
Tami
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stefan
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Post by stefan on Nov 10, 2005 12:50:05 GMT -5
DOn't use warm water- THe water gets pretty warm after a bit of cutting and you want to keep things as cool as possible- I like to keep the saw as level as possible and I use no gloves- but if you do make sure they are very tight fitting (surgical gloves tight) Your hands do get cold (I use my saw indoors and mine still get cold) but it is soooo worth it!
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Post by Cher on Nov 10, 2005 14:45:16 GMT -5
Thanks again for all the good advice. I'm almost ready, still trying to get the table leveled but had to take a pic anyhow. I've got lots of Kim stone to practice on too.  |
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Post by Cher on Nov 10, 2005 15:43:56 GMT -5
 Me thinks Kimmy Klaus has created a monster ;D Here they are, my very first cuts with the saw!! Presenting James' obsidian ......   This is the thinner piece I'm holding in the pic above.  Dang this is soooooo cool!
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textiger
freely admits to licking rocks
Member since May 2005
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Post by textiger on Nov 10, 2005 21:01:07 GMT -5
Must...buy...rock...cutting...saw.
Way cool. How deep will that saw cut? Cause it's pretty obvious I NEED one.
matt
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Post by Cher on Nov 10, 2005 21:09:46 GMT -5
I think it was 1 3/4's inches straight through but you can kind of roll the rock to cut bigger ones. I haven't yet but Stefan said he's done it.
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Post by joe on Nov 10, 2005 21:33:07 GMT -5
Cher I like to have the saw just slightly off level so the right side is lower. Not much lower just enough to let the water run off the side away from the motor. It seems safer. Also a GFCI is good.
I use water as cold as possible. Stef's right the water gets hot fast if you do a long deep cut.
But heck, sawing is FUN. You never know what you're gonna find when you open a rock! Those first cuts look good!
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Post by Cher on Nov 10, 2005 21:38:31 GMT -5
Thanks Joe, it sure is fun! The table is level now but it was not quite a half inch lower on the left side, would that be too much? Do you have this kind of saw too? I have to use an extension cord but it is plugged in to a GFCI and I also have the cord looped below the table for dripping. Drew my first blood today too but not from the saw. Got a little over zealous cleaning after I cut the obsidian, jabbed a little piece right into the end of my finger. I guess I'm initiated now.
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fatrichie
has rocks in the head
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Post by fatrichie on Nov 10, 2005 21:42:20 GMT -5
This is an amazing place with amazing folks. I have never known such a wonderful group of giving people, as I have found on this board. A group of strangers, so willing to give, and share the joy of our common hobby.
Good people who show no contempt, jealousy, anger or greed. I must say that in the short time I have been fortunate enough to be in your company, you have all helped me become a better person.
If karma is real, the people in this group of FRIENDS, have nothing but smooth sailing from here on out!
Have a blast Cher, and keep showing us what you're up to with that saw!
And Kim, kudos to you.
Rich
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Post by joe on Nov 10, 2005 21:53:38 GMT -5
Owww. Yep, you're a sawer now! Is that a word? No, 1/2 inch off level is too much. Maybe an eighth inch. Just enough to convince the water to flow that way. I bought that exact saw based on Stef's glowing recommendation of it. He's right! I love it. It's fun. I find if the cutting action slows down it may be because the blade is hot. Frequently adding cold water to the tray helps. You are starting with nice, small rocks. This is sane behavior. It won't last long... You will soon have the urge to make huge cuts in boulders. The saw blade will overheat. You will spray the whole thing down with the hose to cool it fast. (This is why you tilted the table!) You will be crazy soon!! Welcome! |
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Post by Cher on Nov 10, 2005 22:03:15 GMT -5
Truer words were never spoken Rich!
I think its sawyer referring to someone who cuts /saws wood, should apply to us too. Thanks for the info Joe, I'll see if I can get it just slightly tilted so it will run off to one side. I wanted to drape a garbage bag over the table to help keep the water off, but my hubby says the saw would slide then. Be nice to find a chunk of rubber, like that roofing rubber or something.
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Me thinks Kimmy Klaus has created a monster ;D
