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2 жыл бұрын

Another rollercoaster ride! In gemstone terms this means riding the color train or derailing it.
Justin takes on a rough opal piece that has seemly high potential - more than many others he has cut in the past. The Nobby opal piece comes from Lightning Ridge and is what every opal hunter is searching for.
Tune in and see if the opal cuts a $100 gem or a $10,000 gem. Enjoy the journey into this 110 million year old piece of opal and watch as it transforms before your very eyes.
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@iancanuckistan2244 2 жыл бұрын

While it is stressful for you Justin, I find it exciting and also therapeutic. Watching a Master doing magic to a rock is amazing!

@njanderson4342 2 жыл бұрын

This is my favorite time to watch a good video. Perfect time slot here. My personal taste-no music.

@lawrencet83 2 жыл бұрын

I agree, no music. ASMR

@Sarah-og3mp 2 жыл бұрын

I like the music, but not when he is talking :(

@sarapulford5957 2 жыл бұрын

🇬🇧 Can't stand music on any otherwise interesting videos. Totally spoils it for me.

@bigjake4421 2 жыл бұрын

No music

@lawrencet83 2 жыл бұрын

@@bigjake4421 ASMR

@redlupo6193 2 жыл бұрын

Music, NO. Our Opal Jedi being able to be heard and the fascinating sounds of a gorgeous gem emerging from rough as we've heard it all along, YES!

@patrickmcgovern676 2 жыл бұрын

Hell yes plus in the beginning I was like what's up with the intense music and sounds? I mean cutting opal is intense enough. Don't amplify it 😂 but I love the sounds of the creating myself. It's what reminds us of the delicate, difficult, and creativity processes. That it takes in order to bring out the beauty that this world has too offer. It's also a skill factor. Please listen to me and this guy😃 we love your explanations,how you speak of the excitement as well as the downs bcuz we empathize with you. Keep it clean and keep it you Justin. Cheers

@patrickmcgovern676 2 жыл бұрын

Even though it sounded like a pretty song. I hate FN auto tune with a passion. 😂 It baffles me that people make millions of dollars altering there voice and taking credit for it. And you Justin can hit a brick wall with some of the most skillful/ life giving work in the world. Once again.....please,keep it you 😃 we love you Justin.

@quercophilia 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah could totally improve this by deleting the music. Nice stone and great skill bringing it out.

@delmarhi 2 жыл бұрын

I’m good with either but I will say the sound of the wheels gives so much intensity…. Drama… suspense

@beccagee5905 2 жыл бұрын

I agree!

@mtnvalley9298 2 жыл бұрын

Watching you cut opal is like eating cashews; it's a bit addictive. Thanks for your efforts and I love your work!

@maryboorman8979 2 жыл бұрын

I think it's more like scoffing an entire can of giant macadaemia - yep yep yep! Mmmmmm so yummy these gems!

@mochigote 2 жыл бұрын

Cashews are not my jam personally. I’m almond fan.

@matthewdomeno7267 2 жыл бұрын

Wasn’t a fan of the music in the first half of the video. The anxiety in Justin’s voice is all the drama I need.

@FransBlaas1 2 жыл бұрын

The second half is even worse.. no need for crying female singer..

@alistairmills7608 10 ай бұрын

Whoever puts your videos together with the close-ups and the tunes does a truly great job. Most enjoyable relaxing, thrilling channel on KZfaq

@nzessmam 2 жыл бұрын

Not keen on the music distracted from your session but loved watching the cutting - very exciting as alwsys

@TylerSoBored 2 жыл бұрын

Wow the editing of these videos really take you for an emotional ride. The music choice and transitions are spot on. It effortlessly puts you in Justin's shoes and what he is feeling at that moment

@American-Jello 2 жыл бұрын

I agree! I love the music. I think it really adds to the suspense.

@rogerelzenga4465 2 жыл бұрын

The flash on this stone is pretty insane, especially the blue/purple flash.

@davidmcelroy7217 2 жыл бұрын

Love your show! I'm a rock hound/gold panner. 62 years younger. I have always wanted to cut Jem's, rocks. You do awesome work.

@melhawk8045 2 жыл бұрын

How's pickings been, lately? I'm sadly limited to fossil hunting, where I'm at, and it's too friggin cold to be out creek ratting!

@lorenrobertson8039 2 жыл бұрын

Oh what a treat to wake up to! This one is beautiful to me. I really love the videos that show you taking the stone from beginning to the end Justin. Thank you for bringing such joy to me.

@brendakeagle6854 2 жыл бұрын

I love hearing Justin talk. The music in the interim was calming during a stressful cut. Thank you.

@craighughes2191 2 жыл бұрын

Please please no music. I enjoy relaxing and watching your amazing work. No need to over dramatize with music, it's already exciting enough. Another great gem, awesome work👍

@AirstripBum 2 жыл бұрын

I agree!

@American-Jello 2 жыл бұрын

I like the music. Everyone has different tastes, and volume buttons make it so everyone can have what they like.

@thenodiggardener 2 жыл бұрын

It's a lovely stone, and I certainly enjoyed you bringing to life. Watching helped cheer what is otherwise a not so great mental health day for me today. Thanks for the timely post xx

@mikkelwynkoop1014 2 жыл бұрын

I though I was going to be the only one that skipped ahead to pass the music up. Another gem in the books. Looks amazing!!!

@sandyposey8074 2 жыл бұрын

Always enjoy! Love it when you get goofy! I can only imagine the stress you feel while cutting the stone but you always make something beautiful!

@shevaunhandley1543 2 жыл бұрын

Love the new time slot... Beautiful gem Justin, especially after sand-gate! A bit of constructive criticism: the music needs to be dialled back a little bit though. I did like it, but too loud for my taste and did drown Justin out a couple of times. You'll get it though Tameeka 😉💟🇦🇺 good job kiddo xx

@stephaniecruvant9130 2 жыл бұрын

Agree about the music! The dramatic drums, tweener vocals etc. are disruptive. I had turn off the sound to concentrate on what was happening and dial up if Justin was talking. Please, please dial down the music so we can pay attention to the actual video content.

@matthewkite5110 2 жыл бұрын

I disagree. The music is barely noticable. I think the crescendo was just in time. And added to the suspense.

@davidhuber9418 2 жыл бұрын

i love your silliness! and how your all business at the wheel! thank you!

@Madlintelf 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad it worked out for you, that's gorgeous and finally one out of a knobby! Have a good one!

@scottishwifie14 2 жыл бұрын

What a fantastic opal. Justin this video shows what skill and knowledge you have to reveal this beautiful opal out of the sand.

@Chiknlitl 2 жыл бұрын

Always enjoy your vids Justin. Keep up the great work!

@margaretsouayah2597 2 жыл бұрын

Turned out beautiful Justin! I always enjoy watching your videos! I have learned so much fron you!

@scottcaley6555 2 жыл бұрын

What a fantastically produced video! Suspense, great music selection, and the best of the best of Justin! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

@blackopaldirect 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Scott

@frangipaniriver6285 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful opal,well done. It's the sound of the cutting that is so relaxing.

@gardengatesopen 2 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed both watching the stone come out, and this new time slot! Thanks for sharing ❤

@AO-lq9dq 2 жыл бұрын

Love it Justin! So motivating to get me into cutting and recording amazing videos like this. I have my own style but need the proper tools to cut the opals, working hard and saving everything

@AlexJBaldwin 2 жыл бұрын

I'd just like to commend your video director! what an excellent choice of music and editing. The respect and admiration for Justin's handwork is evident.

@78LedHead 2 жыл бұрын

This is no cutdown to any of the other opal dealers/cutters on KZfaq.... but Justin, you, sir, are hands down the cream of the crop. There's Black Opal Direct and then everybody else. You are a pleasure to watch. You are the opal whisperer.

@blackopaldirect 2 жыл бұрын

Haha thank you

@dannyhockemeyer9027 Жыл бұрын

Love your videos and especially the song choice of "Stay" for this one! Well done my friend!

@katiej.9106 2 жыл бұрын

I cant put this down,learning so much about my obsession. Thank you many times, and then some.

@jackiecarter7815 2 жыл бұрын

You did a great job on that stone. Its gorgeous! Wow you're amazing! God bless you and thank you

@stevenpolack4444 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome piece Justin. Glad it turned out to be a winner for you 🤘

@bobjackman8654 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely gorgeous stone and love the tune that started at 14:51 into your video. Thank you again for sharing Justin. I really enjoy your work.

@natashanewman2296 2 жыл бұрын

I love when the title leaves the mystery open. I love getting to discover what is revealed as you see it

@obieobrien5883 2 жыл бұрын

It’s absolutely beautiful! Your antics are too much 😂❤️😂

@topcat8839 2 жыл бұрын

That was a great bonus video. Again you had me on the edge of my seat Justin, but as always your masterful skill came and save the day and wowsers look at the gem you cut. Just amazing, brilliant vibrant colour!. Makes me so proud to be Australian making gems like this. Thank you Black Opal Direct, this was a wonderful surprise, great video, really entertaining, could have had a Justin dance at the end but cant have it all hey? Until Tuesday...... BOD the best!

@blackopaldirect 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the sweet words top cat 🙏

@rlieberherr 2 жыл бұрын

thanx for showing it to us Justin!!

@lovecara1 2 жыл бұрын

So stressful, but so glad you got a good stone out of it. Looks so pretty.

@exidy-yt 2 жыл бұрын

I know we all wanted a nice big stone with that amazing broad flash/flagstone pattern and range of colour, but hell you still got nearly 2 carats out of it. As long as you make money on the stone, it's a winner! (and it really is pretty.) Thank you again for sharing your work with us!

@debbiefox6846 2 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful Opal! Just so happy it worked out for you. I could feel your stress lol. Kept saying breathe Justin breathe. But Must say I so love your videos. 😁 They help with my anxiety & depression. I enjoyed the 2nd part of the music. Great job you guys.

@codyroberts3485 2 жыл бұрын

I love your video's, watched them all and always wait for the next. I wish we could see were the opals go, like the jewelry there set in and all. Keep up the great work, subscriber for life 💚

@sumandas7703 2 жыл бұрын

your videos are so satisfying... i see them to relax or before falling to sleep.

@lunastaffy6327 Жыл бұрын

Love this Opal, well done

@farrenrohana 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations! I Love all the colors but the yellow is my favorite!

@markf5653 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your experiences and hopefully the luck turns with this rather beautiful piece.

@sounds.like.onomatopoeia 2 жыл бұрын

love the production and editing.

@kyougruber7063 2 жыл бұрын

Your videos are mesmerizing!!! Thank you for turning me on to some awesome music!!!!!

@jefferyrider1790 2 жыл бұрын

Sweet! Great job Sir!!!

@gazdavies5581 2 жыл бұрын

Most cutters would have quit seeing that sandy sick potch. Good cutting, nice result and a stable opal to boot. Good video.

@mariaherlihy2380 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely bit there, good work.

@steveshoemaker6347 2 жыл бұрын

As an old...Gold smith and jeweler....lt is a real pleasure to watch you work.....Thanks Justin...!

@markmcarthy596 2 жыл бұрын

I thought this was one of your better produced videos-your mood, tone of your voice and background music had Me entranced. Peace and Health Justin

@blackopaldirect 2 жыл бұрын

Yay thank you

@lenwenzel7440 2 жыл бұрын

I can't imagine being able to do such fine work with all that adrenaline. Well done Justin.

@sandmaker 2 жыл бұрын

I hope your blood pressure isn't going up and down as much as mine as I'm watching you. So happy you were able to get such a beautiful opal. The colors are wonderful and the colors are great. Be happy, safe and stay healthy and 😷⚒

@cazrelda169 2 жыл бұрын

You make it look so easy. Beautiful stone.

@geoffb.6154 2 жыл бұрын

The Maestro does it again ! ...... Love that stone !

@jamesbarisitz4794 2 жыл бұрын

Great patches of colour flash! Throws lots for a little guy.👍

@cathifamjourney469 2 жыл бұрын

It's beautiful!! I really like the flagstone pattern! Good job Justin 👏 👍 👌 💜❤💙💚

@blackopaldirect 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Cathi 🙏

@aundreacarroll252 2 жыл бұрын

My daughter and I love the music and love to watch you work the opals

@blackopaldirect 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@jameslyon710 2 жыл бұрын

Hello from New Zealand, Awesome video as always, the music on this video is spot on. I enjoyed how the music was able to compliment the mood and tell a story as to what you were doing. Awesome work team and cant wait for the next video!

@blackopaldirect 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@hendrikknijpstra2159 2 жыл бұрын

What a nice gem🤗, really beautiful😍.

@frankmccain4359 2 жыл бұрын

Love seeing a big win with beautiful colors having black or gray base

@theresabraddock9310 2 жыл бұрын

Tension palpable! Be happy J it's a beautiful stone! I'd like that one myself on a ring with all the patchy rainbow colors! Beautiful! :)

@sunnyscott4876 2 жыл бұрын

Never knew anything about opals before except that it is my birthstone. This has truly been a great learning experience. Now when I go to our local gem show I will definitely have some idea of what I am looking at. And buying a doublet is not a bad thing as long as you know what it is, you like it and it is affordable. Thanks so much.

@jamescanjuggle 2 жыл бұрын

same here, i got interested because it was my birthstone and i was watching some chemistry channels recreate the stone in the lab

@Lulu-jl5zd 2 жыл бұрын

Great gem... very saleable I would have thought. I have had a browse throught the comments and after the recent trials and tribulations I enjoyed the music as it expressed your feelings and not trying to represent the stone itself. Your trepidation and that somewhat dreamlike emotion as finally one came good. As a musician what I can say is it's not always about the piece - sometimes it is about the artist. Great video!

@nancycurtis7315 2 жыл бұрын

Glad this one worked out for you! (And us!). Very pretty opal, with the sand jar waiting at every turn! Great result. Have a great day, everyone. Greetings from Dimboola in Victoria, Australia. 👍

@blackopaldirect 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@statewench2828 2 жыл бұрын

Looks likr better days are ahead! Beautiful stone.

@MarthaVillalta-tc9up 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Justin, thank you for teaching and share the love you have for what you do; I really enjoy 😉 your work and have learn to appreciate and love Opal. Since I can afford your beautiful stones I love to watch hit you star with a rock and polished to a beautiful stone. Thank you for sharing and teaching you work.

@blackopaldirect 2 жыл бұрын

Welcome

@timshamblin1223 Жыл бұрын

That piece went from 0 to hero fast, I can tell you care about each one you cut, great job!

@charlesmcdermott6139 2 жыл бұрын

I like how the colors danced as you turned it.

@davidstoner7448 2 жыл бұрын

Perfect size for jewelry. Nice clear pattern. Color combination is killer. That's the stone everyone's lookin for. Hope it brings in the big bucks for ya! 😎👍💎

@iseeyou736 2 жыл бұрын

A joy to watch with my morning coffee😊

@blackopaldirect 2 жыл бұрын

Yay mission accomplished

@maryhumphrey3002 2 жыл бұрын

It looks like a kaleidoscope with all the colors. Beautiful stone.

@blackopaldirect 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@virginiasullivan1040 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful stone, it was worth every breath I didn't take. LOL Good job. Thank you very much.

@blackopaldirect 2 жыл бұрын

🙏

@maryannkom299 2 жыл бұрын

You’re so natural and relaxed in front of the camera, and personally I loved the music.

@blackopaldirect 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@bobbimorris1819 2 жыл бұрын

That stone is a beauty!

@karenpinson759 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! I didn't know that opals could come this dark. It is magnifient.

@christivbosch565 2 жыл бұрын

Greetings from USA, Indiana. What a great way to start off my day, Justin cutting opals, strong cup of coffee and a beautiful sunrise. I'm off to a great start 😊 Have a GREAT day!!!!

@blackopaldirect 2 жыл бұрын

Yay

@danniles5256 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful color,Looks like flagstone.I also like the music.

@starbug2601 2 жыл бұрын

Oh wow beautiful colours

@brandonringstad 2 жыл бұрын

Fun colors that flash around. I like the stone

@shawnagunther7762 Жыл бұрын

That color is sick!!

@beth-rg8bm 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful stone!

@Quickfingerhg1 2 жыл бұрын

No idea how i ended up here, I've watched a couple of these videos tho and I must say, Awesome process, cool guy. great editing. I'm impressed.

@duanekennard3298 2 жыл бұрын

Hope everything is going good for you over there my friend from across the pond ! Stay safe and healthy !

@curtthompson4012 Жыл бұрын

I love how you pop the top and reveal the beauty underneath

@jimmyw7655 2 жыл бұрын

very nice stone man, and i really like the music. thanks for the video.

@seanrawlinson8565 2 жыл бұрын

I love opal. Good for so many different things. Glass art work, obviously jewelry. This is absolutely awesome though.

@crystalmeier6579 Жыл бұрын

Everybody's a critic....not me. I know all the time it takes to make a video. I appreciate your sharing!

@blackopaldirect Жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!

@elund408 2 жыл бұрын

nice stone, if not for the tough times we would not appreciate the good ones. thanks for taking the time to post these videos.

@mphmph1198 2 жыл бұрын

I'm heading to the Denver Gem, Fossil and Mineral Show next week, and will be using everything I've learned from these videos. Thanks!

@mkivy 2 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful piece of work Justin. That is absolutely beautiful. Guess I’m going to have to buy some more of your stuff oops that was my wife just pinched me and said quit and I said OK. Anyway I can’t wait for you to see what I got my wife Catherine made with two pieces of opal from you and I appreciate it and she loved them thank you Justin