This is actually a very beautiful gem.. I think the teardrop shape is very appropriate for this one.. I think it almost made you cry.

Would make the most amazing teardrop cabochon style pendant. And at almost 6 carats, still very substantial! Love the big flashes of yellows and orange next to the green.

This should be labeled- man takes palm sized exciting potential and creates teardrop. I saw a dolphin pendant in the making. It wasn’t what you expected but it has some very nice color.

I like this “candle flame” cut opal. Very nice piece.

You know what, I wouldn't know an opal if I fell on it. And yet every time I see you on my feed I watch the process. You relay your passion like a true artist and you show the good and bad of your discoveries. You and your partner produce a quality vid and you are both great ambassadors for our unique and wonderful country.

It will be set into a pendant and will be treasured for generations. It is really beautiful. Probably mother to daughter. Antiques Road Show here it comes.

That one was quite a Challenge ! It did turn out beautifully in spite of all the sand and size loss . You showed us all your great Patience and Persistence . I must say I believe that final shape was the best shape I've seen . Very Elegant and Delicate .

I love the unique shape this opal wanted to be. Good thing it had Justin there to bring it into the world! If I had an extra 5K laying around, I'd say box her up & send her to me! This stone is perfect for someone who wants something beautiful yet different! You could see this beauty set in a pendant, like a magical jewel around your neck, or a long knuckle to knuckle index finger ring...the possibilities are endless! Well done J! ❤❤❤

This would make a beautiful pendant.😍

That's a very sweet gem. There is no failure here. You extracted the very gem that rough had to offer. Too often we get our mind locked into the outcome we want rather than just searching for the actual best possible outcome that presents itself. You did this very well.

Absolutely brilliant. The shape is spectacular, so unique. Never seen an opal cut like that, and after having to cut so much. Should be at least $2500 a CT. Definite win! You are a artist.

If what doesn't kill you makes you stronger, then where are my super powers! Another excellent episode.

I think it turned out absolutely gorgeous. I love it. Opal is my daughter's, Momma's and MawMaw's birthstone. It's one of my favorite stones for sure. I have a beautiful opal ring I got for a high school graduation gift from my parents back in 1983. It's oval and domed with 3 diamonds on both sides of it set in white gold. I have always treasured it. My daughter will get it one day.

Not even a trained eye could find the edge of my seat.

Justin, your magic fingers created a gorgeous piece

There is something poetic about taking away the sandy bits until something beautiful emerges. This shape is so unique and this gem had a lot of ugly bits but a beautiful heart inside. 😍 I like it.

After so much suffering you got a beautiful rainbow tear, congratulations.

Sorry it didn't turn out to be that mega carat stone. But boy, that thing would be an absolute beautiful pendant!

Justin, that is SUCH a beautiful stone, though! Just because it's not as big, or black as you expected...doesnt make it a failure. Look at the colors and patterns before you. You said it best: "Let's look on the bright side". Well, you've got a bright side of the stone, staring you in the face. You could have ended up with nothing. It's gorgeous, and you did an amazing job. Truly.

It's beautiful, glad you got your money back, not a total loss, that profit fairy will come around lol.

Sorry it didn't work out quite as you wanted, but it's very pretty. I love the shape.

Shape reminds me of a fishing lure. My mom would love it.

Beautiful gem...you took the time...had the patience...to find the magic buried beneath...fantastic job!! 😊

I know 2 years ago but that opal is beautiful none the less. Pendant for sure!!

I love watching your videos, very soothing and interesting hearing you talk about the process and seing beautiful stones being revealed. I love the shape of this stone!

Addicted to these videos and learned so much!!! Keep it up Justin we all love the quality productions and outcomes. Love the longer videos where you explain the process to a young ignorameous like myself! 👍🏾

Hell with the gem. Your words of cherishing what you have and not taking life for granted - all of your quotes... Who knew I'd find inspiration from an opal video. Thank you.

That piece is as unique as you are, amazing and beautiful stone. Thank you for sharing the whole experience.

You can never stop learning ,Without Bod and Justins teachings 👍👌🙏

So beautiful. First time to watch you find the hidden beauty of a stone. I’m fascinated watching you! Thank you!

I love these, I’ve been watching for ages but never comment. I like that piece. It kind of makes me think of a compass needle; imagine that spinning to face north and all the colors catching the light.

Wow! That was such a unique piece! I loved it! Thanks for the ride! Thanks for pushing forward

i would not be disappointed- that's still a thing of tremendous beauty, and you patiently made the best of a challenging piece.

So much skill and knowledge you have. The shape compliments the stone.

Really enjoyed this video. Glad you didn't lose. The finished stone was stunning. Great work.

It's still very beautiful with all the inflections of colour in it! At every turn, you see a flash of brilliant undertones!

Agonizing! But that stone gave you exactly what you could actually see, plus the roller coaster ride. Reminds me of an old boyfriend.

This really make you appreciate the time, effort, patience, risk, money and energy that goes into this...

Wowsers!!! I love these sort of videos. Only through Justin's expertise and experience, a gem was cut. This video proves again how your a master in your field, and the years of experience shine through. Thank you for sharing Justin and thank you Black Opal Direct. Your not too humble to show the not so great gems, although in the end this one was a winner. Until next week..........

Thanks so much for sharing this more difficult and frustrating cut! I was so sorry to see you frustrated and disappointed; however, if it’s any consolation, I thought it was spectacularly beautiful, and one of my favorite stones I’ve seen you cut so far !!!🙌🏼🤩🙏🏼😊

Wow, your patience paid off, genius. And to not lose anything, brilliant. Your are special.

Absolutely love the end product ❤️ different shape and quite pleasing

Justin, that is a little beauty of a stone! Lovely - Great Job!!

That turned out to be a beautiful stone! I love the shape. It would make a great necklace!

It was indeed a roller coaster. The final stone was beautiful. You needed a sand wedge to work on it. Keep the great information coming. We love seeing your smiling face. Be happy, safe and stay healthy. 😷⚒

Justin it's still really fabulous 😍 and I know it tested your patience and you endured in a very awesome and creative way! I saw red flash as you worked it on your wheel! What a reveal you made of this gem.

Just found your channel few months ago! And absolutely love it! Love watching you cut these beautiful stones! This was a fun one!thanks for sharing! God bless!

I have been watching for 4 hrs..now. Love what you are doing. memories. We used to sell in quartzite.

That is a gorgeous result and at least, not at a monetary loss. Great narrative too. Thank you. 👍

That 90 grit wheel is a beast, you can see little lumps flying off of the stone. It must be so easy to overdo it.

I like this form and such elegance with the colours!

Oh I love this piece, it's so special ! Although you had a rough time with it, it turned out beautiful. So sad I never could afford it.....BUT as I worked as a goldsmith I had a chance to get a piece of rough opal with a small vein in it and all the time I see you cutting I would love to get on a machine like yours to see whats in it. I love this kind of work - is that crazy??? Can watch you for hours! Thanks sooo much for filming the process of opal cutting. Much love from Austria

The most gorgeous flop I’ve ever seen. Thank you for taking us through the polishing stage. ❤️

What a beauty! Way to make the most out of it Justin. I love your message with a less than ideal cut... make the most of what you have every day. : )

Very nice looking piece. I think you did it justice and got the best out of it. It has been hidden for millions of years, unchanged. What you hope it might be has no effect on what it will be. It is what it is.

I applaud you for your patience Justin. Seemed very frustrating but I love how you didn't just throw in the towel & toss it in the sand jar. When life hands you sand you still managed to make stunning opal. True mark of an expert with the patience & restraint you showed. Love the shape as well. 👏👏👏💚💙🧡💛❤️

Beautiful stone brother , your a level headed person it’s pleasant listening to your reasoning. Thanks Justin!

One of the BEST videos so far! [imo] I really enjoy this longer kind of vid as the sound of the grandmaster's voice + the soft grinding of the wheel is BLISS!! 10/10

Whew! What a ride! Whoever buys it will have no idea of what you went thru! & it will make a beautiful pendant.... the colours are really nice!

It's actually insane the inspiration that you continuously put out. You could fall in mud and find a positive about it. I strive to be an opal enthusiast just like you. Being 24 and not relatively got the funds for this but. You've taught me some risk can bring very high rewards. And who doesn't like a bit of a challenge. Thank you Justin. I remember watching my first Black Opal Direct years ago... Instantly hooked..

This is a gorgeous shape! I can see it being a pendant so clearly!

It's beautiful Justin - I love it , great work even if it wasn't what you expect !

"Glitter tear drop"! Glad you at least broke even!

After watching this I have a quote ( not sure if it is a quote but I’m claiming it as one!), “ never doubt a true craftsman”. Stunning work and a beautiful gem to treasure. Thank you 👍

I was feeling your emotional roller coaster ride as well but I was amazed at the beauty you ended up with.

24:10 That’s the best view!! The play of colours is amazing! 🤩🌈

Hello Justin, thank you for the video, I am an emerald cabochon cutter here in Colombia and was amazing not only for the frustration with the stone, which frecuently happen here, but also for the feelings those stones generates, we share this challenging cases. On other hand I love your t-shirt, regards

"Not too bad," because of your skill. Beautiful!

It’s very pretty and your patience is admirable.

Lovely colour, great shape , you uncovered a beautiful gem.

I think it is exquisite. Even though it's not what you wanted, there are so many beautiful colors and the teardrop shape turned out perfect. It would be a beautiful necklace !!

What a pleasure to watch a true artist at work. I was on that roller coaster there with you & at one point I wanted to grab my metal rust & paint removing "sand blaster " & "zap" that bloody sand away for you. I think you created a beautiful "pendant" opal which highlighted the full spectrum of colours that were in that stone. That shape is reminiscent of many of the early Victorian era emerald necklaces of that time. Ya got me Justin, I'm subscribing.

Ended up with an interesting shape and some lovely colours in it! Glad you didnt loose out on it. I think we were all expecting a bright monster at the start!

I love that final gem.. shape and Color and the whole dramatic jurney through the dessert of sand. 😅👏💚

Such a beautiful stone....waaaaaaaay beyond my reach, but worth the watch! Love your work💓

Fantastic video Justin it had me on the edge of my chair all that time

Even though I could feel your disappointment from here lol, I love that you are still light-hearted about it and find a way to look at the bright side. It's really nice to watch someone who can show you the downs along with the ups but doesn't let it change how they act, it's a very good example that you set for those watching you! P.S. The stone still turned out BEAUTIFUL! Loved it!

nooo justin i love it when you call it a torch plz dont stop!

As someone who shies away from from the conventional and likes but does not love the regular opal shapes I have to say that that stone is one of the most enchanting pieces of opal I've seen cut on KZfaq to date.

I have been watching your videos a few weeks now. I love watching you work. 🙂

I think this is one of my favourites tbh, I absolutely love the shape!!!

Failed expectations is healthy life fiber. I like the thought. I liked the production of the clip. The voice-over thoughts were nice. I'm ready for the documentary. Maybe a single stone that goes farm to market.

You didn’t let it beat you and at the end of the day that’s what it’s all about!

Absolutely beautiful piece of opal would make a gorgeous pendant 😍😍

Emotional roller coaster; indeed! You bought the ticket and you were full of excited potential, then it was "wtf?" Then it was, "hope" and then, well, you get the point. You lived it after all. As did I and I imagine most of we viewers. Personally Justin, I love that drop effect and think it would make an amazing pendant, brooch or even a single earring for the right person. I love the lessons we learn watching you even if they cause you some anguish. Though breaking even is better than not. Obviously.

I think it is very pleasing to the eye.......well done!

Glad to see I'm not the only one to have that happen to. Had almost the exact type stone on that weird angle from a peice I was hoping to get a 8-10 ct stone and ended up with just under 2. Really love that you show the hard times along with the good. Aaron from Tx

This is awful. I am an an impatient person. I want it NOW. Lol. Can't wait to see how it turns out. Greetings from Dimboola in Victoria, Australia. Greetings to all the regular veiwers, too. We know who we are. Been a great way to meet people that I have never met. I'll get there one day.

Tough one especially when you get to the nothing-to-do but laugh stage. Certainly know that feeling and one to remember. Not sure, if this one is one to be sold, to forget or one to hold on to, to remember. Thanks to you and the crew, as usual. You still bring colour to us all.

Every time I watch you do this I feel like I'm watching you put money in a paper shredder. The final product is always amazing.

Beautiful! The shape and pattern of the play of color flash brings to mind a Betta fish or a fancy Koi fish!

that was something totally new to me as well and I am still amazed what you got from that stone. thank you for sharing.

You managed to turn out a lovely stone - in fact, as you were talking about it you said what was going through my mind, it’s pleasing. I like the shape of it, very nice drop. Well done Justin!

Such a gorgeous shape! May all your rollercoasters end so well. 😀

Its a very pretty stone, if i was given a ring with that id be absolutly over the moon. You really made the best of it!

It turned out really pretty even though it wasn’t as big as you hoped.

Amazing colors, you’re a winner 😊

Wow, what a journey! I quite like the shape of the finished gem. I really like the fact that you include how much the gem is worth, and how much you paid for the rough rock. Lots of KZfaqrs don't like to talk about how much money they make.

Reminds me of a compass needle. I think it's beautiful. Great video and thanks for sharing!

As an alternative, you could say "What does not kill me will eventually." I am way too jaded for my own good. You do great work. Let's say "If it is not there, Jason will find it any way."