Its nice to see some being cut, we definitely have way different styles but I like 👍👌

@@nealfoster70 This was just one of the rocks you sent and I will practice using it before I try (or destroy) one of the better samples. I am going to have some fun!

I have never used the dob wax before, but again I am a little impatient too, I hope you have good cutting

I started a youtube channel, never did finish it.

I'll go check out Neal's channel.

Brand spanking new. Since I bought it, only used to keep my coffee warm while I worked on other projects. ;-)

@@meMiner You didn't need to tell me it was new, that was very obvious. I have the same model and it has worked well for me. Before that, I superglued cabs to a nail head. I'm sure you know this, but stick the cab and dop stick in the freezer for an couple hours to release the wax. Let it warm up when you take it out and sometimes it will fall right off. I just recently discovered that letting it warm after removing it is an important part of the process.

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@@meMiner oh yes indeed..

Right on

Thank you so much 👍

You are closer to the eastern Ontario collecting sites than me (Port Perry). I have bought from Robert Hall Originals and Stonebridge Imports. Both are in Ontario

@@meMiner Excellent help & fast response. Appreciate the help. I often ride my motorcycle out your way, really nice area.

I appreciate that

maybe. hehe

Glad you like them!

I am really enjoying cabbing. I took a lesson and can show what I learned and then ongoing improve. Good luck with your projects.

Welcome! What from Dan introduced you to me? I might have missed a video. ;-)

Anyway that’s a very cool process can’t wait to see what they look like when they are done thanks for sharing Greig...

Oh no!

I heard freezing the glue helps.

I will subscribe now

Nope. A search gives me Raptors videos. Popular name. Feel free to email me with a link to your channel

@@meMiner kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jpdyrKeLrqq-Y4k.html

@@meMiner I chose not to talk on the first video but I'll do some voice overs and when I make it to spots I know are worthy I'll be speaking as I'm searching..just didn't know how to approach on my first go around..hope u enjoy

Not yet. I have seen pictures of some that were polished and they were wonderful

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@@tinusoosthuizen6672 My vrou is Nederlands. Baie woorde is dieselfde

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Multipurpose. Can wipe it on the underside of tables and freak people out. ;-)

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I need to replace the pic tube that runs from the water reservoir. It has been squeezed too often and restricted the water flow. Stores are closed, so I may have to wait a bit or find some online.

@@meMiner If the pipe is good it might be a build up of Mineral on or around the valve, my first option would be a cocktail stick and poke the outlet, then check the other end, if clean water was used every time there should be no restrictions in the pipe. Is it plastic? I would out for copper, car brakelines are perfect in bore size for flow, if the valve is brass it can be soldered or use a threaded fitting. Plastic pipe last longer if put inside a spring, even if it is only the first few inches, if you need an adjustable feed then wind some soft wire around the plastic pipe, that will keep any bends in place, you may need that fixed at one end, taped or glued. Avoid kinks, Any pipe either plastic or metal will crease if bent more than 90 degrees, the crease is now restrictions the flow and the material is thinner on the crease line, a repair can be done using plyers, bit it's rarely as good as it was. Of course there are two other options, Option 1, The increased volume method, This is achieved by having someone assist you with a mains water hose, with a preference for someone you can trust. lol. Option 2, The permanant supply. This is very effective, although I do not recommend this myself, I have tried it in a former life but can't comment on how good it was as I don't remember anything before I found myself in a line of other people, some of whom had many injuries and seemed very unconcerned. You will need a higher amp fused supply for this, taking a large tub of warm water ( for your comfort,) power up your lapidary polisher and gently lower it into the tub of nice warm water, the higher amp supply will prevent the power from switching off, it will feel a little strange at first and make sure you dont follow the light like I did.

@@symonrocks9847 Mine got squished at the valve. I turned it around so that part is in the open but still restricted.

Yes. When done the cab, the rock, stick and wax go into a freezer and then the rock is snapped off by hand. The wax usually is left on the stick and can be crushed with pliers and back into the bowl.

@@meMiner thank you for letting me know. Much appreciated. Love your videos :)

I got mine from Robert Hall Originals. They have a web page

@@meMiner Perfect ! Thanks

I got mine from a local rock shop

If your snot is that color, might get that checked out

That is interesting. Thanks

@@meMiner yeah I don't know whats happened but as I said before that I've had no notifications and the video isn't even in the inbox for "subscriptions'! 🤔🤔🤔

@@dustyblueberry3313 I guess KZfaq didn't like the video. Maybe the spent cartridge. Stranger things have happened

@@meMiner OMG seriously🤦‍♀️!!! You did say to make sure it was empty first. Oh well, you can't please everyone I guess... but a gave it a like 👍!!! Thanks for letting me know, I appreciate it. 😊😊😊

@@dustyblueberry3313 It's all automated. Mention a bullet, even a spent piece of brass and the algorithm goes to work. Oh well.

I haven't tried opal. I would be very intimidated because I would hate to destroy something so valuable. Maybe someday. Actually, I want to collect some and then maybe I won't mind playing with it.

I feel the same way! You can do it! Check out Jacky Scott....he's a truck driver who dove into it and he's doing great! To me its like watching you read a rock and cut a perfect slab...its in you...trust your gut! Let me talk to the wife and what I can do for us....she owes me for loosing a bet over the bathroom....we heard the term "water closet" in a movie and she didn't believe me when I told her it was a bathroom.....I won $100 for gold or silver or now oples....I love Google! I'll check Black Ople Direct tonight for a bag of entry level pieces. If you happen to look around and find something good let me know and I'll buy them and we can split them up somehow. See how I just talked myself into it!! I think Ammolite is another good candidate....Canadian Ople!

@@ferdburphel2076 So nice of you. The place I know is in BC (3000 KM drive or fly). I think it would be a great drive with lots of stops next summer

@@meMiner no problem 👍. For some reason I thought you were western Canada....Cobalt is 8hrs from me lol. Hey neighbor!

@@ferdburphel2076 It usually takes me about 8 hours to drive there too, but I always stop to give Daisy a swim. Western Canada is a bit further (3000 km). ;-)

And needs hot sauce

I have the perfect timer for wax. I go drink a coffee. When done, the wax is ready.

@@meMiner outstanding.

LOL