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Flat Lap Polishing Methods (displays, cabs, faceting, etc.)

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new	Faceting board has expanded to include general flat lapping

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by victor1941
Dec 1, 2023 17:21:11 GMT -5

new	Let's talk faceting machines Pages: 1 2 3

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new	How about hand lapping???

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new	Help! Excessive vibrations

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new	Is the Hi-Tech Flat Lap facet grade?

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new	Has anyone tested this?

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Faceting

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new	Best entry level angled lap or cab machine? Pages: 1 2

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