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Post by Original Admin on Dec 7, 2004 6:49:59 GMT -5
Hi Jack, Ive got a dremel from b&q - havent used it for stones - mainly for woodwork and tiny grinding jobs.
B&Q do a miriad of bits - probably the whole range.
Andy.
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Post by Original Admin on Nov 23, 2004 18:45:37 GMT -5
Congrats on your retirement Bill E - glad to have you posting on the board and nice to "meet you" as such.
35 Years?? - Sounds like you've done some serious teaching there. Don't go putting anything off again!!!
Andy.
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Post by Original Admin on Oct 9, 2004 7:35:00 GMT -5
Bob - I use these guys for my gear - including grits, rough, tumblers - everything really. www.manchesterminerals.co.uk/They sell barrels separately no probs - depends on what size you need - and you can order online. Cheers Andy.
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Grit
Aug 17, 2004 19:56:33 GMT -5
Post by Original Admin on Aug 17, 2004 19:56:33 GMT -5
CONF 4 REPLy-COUNT3 TEST.
MOD 1 NOINC
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Grit
Aug 17, 2004 19:55:00 GMT -5
Post by Original Admin on Aug 17, 2004 19:55:00 GMT -5
REPLY-1 COUNT TEST.
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Grit
Aug 17, 2004 19:54:02 GMT -5
Post by Original Admin on Aug 17, 2004 19:54:02 GMT -5
NA DAT/TIM POST TEST.
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donwrob
May 30, 2004 20:27:11 GMT -5
Post by Original Admin on May 30, 2004 20:27:11 GMT -5
Cool Don - that pic is just about as smooth as it gets.
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donwrob
Apr 3, 2004 22:01:06 GMT -5
Post by Original Admin on Apr 3, 2004 22:01:06 GMT -5
And has a totally messy shed What are you rolling at the moment Don? Anything special? Andrew.
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Post by Original Admin on Mar 25, 2004 15:54:26 GMT -5
Hi Sands, I do a bit of sea fishing in the Irish sea on a friends boat, its a 1942 classic apparently, so really old but well maintained and excellent to get out on. Normally though I fish locally on rivers and lakes etc. Freshwater fishing during the summer... you cant beat it. Heres a pic of where I go quite often to get away from it all and do a spot. I'm just waiting for the weather to turn warmer and I'll get down there again. Soon Andy.
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Post by Original Admin on Mar 25, 2004 15:44:58 GMT -5
Hi Skip, I was hoping everyone would post separate threads - cheers for the input. How can you be lazy if you work for IBM? Andy.
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Post by Original Admin on Mar 19, 2004 4:20:24 GMT -5
I have seen this on other forums aswell, so I thought it may be a good idea to try one out here. Ok - dunno what to say Andrew - Rocktumbler from the UK, into doing websites and search engine optimisation. I need more time to do the rocks, and I also need to sort out my garage as the roof is leaking now. My fav stone has to be Carnelian. 35 on Wed next week
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Post by Original Admin on Apr 13, 2006 4:28:28 GMT -5
General Guidelines for buying, selling, or trading in this section.
1. Communication: The most important part of a trade is good communication between trade partners. Be totally upfront when planning your trade. Be specific about whether you have rough or slabs. Details, details, details. If you have all the details, there should never be a bad trade. Nearly everyone has a digital camera so use them. Make sure your trade partner knows exactly what they are getting and follow through with it.
2. Even Trades: Generally pound for pound, especially if it's local rock. If it's something special, there may be a difference in the poundage but make it plain up front! Don't leave someone thinking they are sending 20#'s and getting 20#'s if you have no intention of doing that.
3. Records: Don't rely on your memory, CRS hits everyone. Write it down, do a spread sheet, whatever - but record it so you don't screw up.
4. Shipping: Perhaps you have a bunch of stuff that you know you'll never use and would like to get rid of some. You can always trade for shipping too. You'll make some space and not be out any $$ for it. There's plenty that would be happy to get something different to tumble for the cost of shipping.
5. Ask For References: Don't be afraid to ask if they have sold or traded with anyone else. Any seller/trade with common sense would be happy to offer them.
6. Check Their Post Count: Buyer Beware, if someone posts a trade or sale and they've just barely met the minimum post 100 posts to sell, get to know them before you deal.
7. What To Do If You're Not Happy With Your Trade? If you haven't had the sense to follow the rules of etiquette, I could say, "Tough something or other" but I won't. *smile* Don't go running to a forum and post anyone's name. Contact the person first and tell them you were not happy and explain why. Be pleasant, in most cases if there is a problem, your trade partner will work something out with you. If you're not successful, boil them in oil ... j/k ;D Let them know they will face the wrath of the forum as it will be posted.
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Post by Original Admin on Apr 23, 2006 4:02:30 GMT -5
Moved here at the request of RockyGibraltar.
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Post by Original Admin on Feb 12, 2004 3:30:16 GMT -5
I'm always totally jealous of anyone who can go out on trips and find samples to take home and tumble without having to buy them.
Let other members know where to go and what to look for in this forum.
Andy.
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Post by Original Admin on Dec 14, 2007 9:42:09 GMT -5
Absolutely fantastic. The colours, angles, the whole shoot is absolutely fantastic to me.
Thanks for posting those pics - they totally sum up what rock tumbling is all about in so many ways.
Cheers Mark
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Post by Original Admin on Nov 21, 2007 19:30:52 GMT -5
"After it's over, the adults will be able to go through and purchase items as well. I'm not really for this idea as it will ruin the surprize from the kids, and I wouldn't want a parent to purchase something that their kid just bought for them."
Yes I see what youre saying there - imagine the dissapointment a child would feel seeing that Mum or Dad went and messed up their special surprise.
"I may pack up everything before they let the parents through. "
LOL over here - looks like youve nailed it and the deeeeeep thinking people who created the event.
Did you put your thoughts to the organisers of the event B-Randy to see what they think of their ideas in view of your recognition of this potential upset?
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Post by Original Admin on Nov 21, 2007 19:20:58 GMT -5
Nice layout in a case, lined up like soldiers. I would be interested to hear how they sold - ive always seen and appreciated how kids love my polished stones............ then wanted to rob them from me!! I'd guess that 4$ is a steal for those. But of course Im over here and things are different. My guess would be that the kids want them for themselves - and "pretend" to be buying them for their parents. Yup - let us know how it goes. Cheers Mark
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Post by Original Admin on Nov 18, 2007 19:24:55 GMT -5
Beef you cant "burn me out" showing me pics like that. Jesse is certainly a lucky lad to be able to visit places with such a variety of rocks, cactus (reminds me of Clint Eastwood movies of course in the old spaghetti westerns , openness/ wildernes. A great day out with things to find. Thanks for sharing. Mark.
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Post by Original Admin on Nov 16, 2007 18:10:36 GMT -5
WOW those stones are really nice.
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Post by Original Admin on Nov 5, 2007 19:36:00 GMT -5
Fantastic pics - thanks for the fix Hehe nice chefs hat there Sands Mark
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