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James and Cyndi
post Jan 12 2017, 01:28 PM
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Just started my first cab. Got through pre polish and noticed a ton of tiny flat spots couple small pits and a few scratches I missed. But not too terrible for my 1st atempt. Freeform and freehand, havent aquired a dop pot or templates yet. The agate is from the Yampa valley area. I found it while elk hunting in november. Usually not able to see the ground but this year was t shirt weather and the elk weren't migrating yet. Still made it a successful trip though.
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post Jan 12 2017, 01:49 PM
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looking good! Can't wait to see more of your creations!


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post Jan 12 2017, 02:57 PM
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Oops

Didn't mean to put this in the equipment section.


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post Jan 12 2017, 07:00 PM
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Awesome James!!
If you want me to move this thread for you just tell me where and I'll do it. happy088.gif


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post Jan 12 2017, 08:34 PM
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QUOTE (swizz @ Jan 12 2017, 06:00 PM) *
Awesome James!!
If you want me to move this thread for you just tell me where and I'll do it. happy088.gif

Probably would fit better in the finds or processes section
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post Jan 13 2017, 11:12 AM
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When I cab, I don't have a dop wax "setup". I just take a dowel stick, melt dop wax on the end with a lighter, then use the lighter flame to melt the wax to the stone. I have a good amount of dop wax if you want any James. The wax heating dish is not very necessary unless you are making several at the same time. (in my opinion) happy.gif


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post Jan 13 2017, 12:20 PM
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Might take you up on that. My thumb nails won't last too much longer freehanding. Got a bit of cold right now so I'll try and get with ya in a few days when I'm not a virus vector.


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post Jan 24 2017, 10:28 PM
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It turned out great!! smiley-clapping.gif If one has the dopping sticks, you could also use superglue to hold the stone, then remove it by soaking it on the stick in acetone. Just falls off the stick in a short time. Just make sure acetone will be ok on the stone your using first.


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