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Apr 28, 2012 12:11:49 GMT -5
Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Apr 28, 2012 12:11:49 GMT -5
Yorkshire Jack recommends drilling at a slower speed. And yes, raising and lowering the bit repeatedly is a must.
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Apr 28, 2012 12:10:15 GMT -5
Yes, Sheri, the stress was evident. She sold the cattle and some heavy equipment. I think she's just trying to make ends meet. It's very hard for her to do it alone, even with hired hands.
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Apr 28, 2012 7:58:18 GMT -5
When we were there for the Blitz, Jan was very unhappy with rock hunters and rock hunting in general. I'm not surprised by the change. Everything is so far apart in that part of Texas that it makes sense to stay there if you're hounding there.
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Apr 28, 2012 7:55:20 GMT -5
What a cool thing you guys are doing!
I'm also eager to see the finished product.
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Apr 28, 2012 7:49:13 GMT -5
LOL Donnie! Try as you might, you'll never get a mirror polish on sandstone!
Okay, back to the question at hand. Donnie's point is a good one, as soft stones won't acquire a mirror finish.
If you're trying to do slabs or other flat surfaces, those are extremely hard to do on wheels smaller than a bull. I think Bobby1 has a technique for dry sanding with worn belts on an 8"x3" wheel.
If you're still seeing scratches it means you need to spend more time on early sanding stages. All of the visible scratches should be gone by the time you get to the 600 belt. That usually means more time on the 280 (assuming standard belt sequence).
Hope that helps.
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Apr 27, 2012 22:41:51 GMT -5
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Apr 27, 2012 21:46:10 GMT -5
Congrats on the nice haul! Looks like a lot of fun!
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Apr 26, 2012 15:50:40 GMT -5
The ring is getting better! This one looks like the stone is nice and secure.
They both look good, especially with the gold wire.
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Apr 26, 2012 15:44:34 GMT -5
Never sold a thing. I intend to one of these days just to help cover some of the expenses.
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Apr 26, 2012 15:37:08 GMT -5
bump
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Apr 25, 2012 13:22:22 GMT -5
That's cool Don! When I was a kid I loved funny cars, rail cars, and hot rods. I still have found memories of my Hot Wheels Mongoose and Snake set. I still like hot rods and some days I think about building a rat rod, but then decide I'd rather polish my rocks. Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Apr 25, 2012 13:10:08 GMT -5
I would also say moss because it is filamentous, rather than feathery or fan-like.
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Apr 25, 2012 13:05:42 GMT -5
I agree with Don. Please introduce yourself and get to know people here.
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Apr 25, 2012 13:03:57 GMT -5
Nice Mark! I really like the 2nd Marfa! Now I'm eager to start cabbing mine!
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Apr 24, 2012 10:13:11 GMT -5
Thanks for the tip Randy!
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Apr 24, 2012 10:11:50 GMT -5
I was expecting a joke. My daughter has to think about this every time. Cool test. Thanks for the link!
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Apr 23, 2012 12:48:21 GMT -5
I agree with Daniel on the IDs, except I think #2 is schist. Having said that, I am easily confused between granite, gneiss, schist, diorite, gabbro, etc.
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Apr 22, 2012 20:55:24 GMT -5
I've had to take a break from cabbing because we're remodeling our basement and have temporarily lost both time and space. I'll post things that I think look interesting. Probably slabs first and maybe cabs.
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Apr 22, 2012 20:54:06 GMT -5
Yeah, that's actually pet wood. Probably the prettiest piece I've found.
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Apr 22, 2012 20:53:15 GMT -5
Where do you live, dj? Rock is not usually hauled very far, so that would help with the ID when you get pictures.
Chuck
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