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Post by kellykellykelly on Feb 4, 2019 22:20:21 GMT -5
I am excited and a little nervous about trying them both out for the first time. I've got some red tiger's eye pieces that I want to shape into cabochons, many Laker agates, rose quartz, and a geode I can't wait to cut open. I've watched videos on cab making with a flat wheel but wonder if I need an expert in lapidary to tutor me?
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Post by hummingbirdstones on Feb 4, 2019 22:42:20 GMT -5
You just need a little practice. I would suggest starting out with a little harder stone, like the lakers or quartz and practice on those first. Once you get the hang of cabbing on a flat lap then go on to your tiger eye.
I also suggest you get foam backing pads for your laps to go under the sanding discs. It will help you avoid flat spots on your cabs. The trick to flat laps is to shape your dome like you're peeling an apple, changing the angle little by little until you get to the top. Once you've done that you start rocking and rolling the stone across the apple peel sections to smooth it all out. Use a medium pressure and lighten it up as the cab gets smoother.
Good luck and have lots of fun!
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Post by kellykellykelly on Feb 4, 2019 23:03:06 GMT -5
Thanks Hummingbird
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