My customer returned this rough opal so I cut it for him

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  • Опубликовано: 2 янв 2025

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  • @jasonspurlock7916
    @jasonspurlock7916 4 года назад +199

    I absolutely adore the artistry that is Justin's skill to cut these stones. Everyone cherish the polished stones and the heirlooms they create/represent but one must never forget behind each stone, each inherited piece there is an ARTIST like Justin bringing these stones/Gems to life! Thank you for sharing your talent and being so selfless. It is a pleasure to watch!

  • @karbear26
    @karbear26 3 года назад +76

    In ‘88 my family took a trip to Australia and one of our places we visited was Coober Pedy and visited an opal mine! We got to look through the scrap pile for opals they’re so pretty! They even lowered me into a mine shaft on a little swing! I was in 4th grade at the time was an awesome trip!

    • @roserea3156
      @roserea3156 3 года назад

      My favorite stone. My mother's, mine and my first granddaughters birthstone

    • @Skittenmeow
      @Skittenmeow Год назад

      Nice! That would have been around the time of the Australian bicentennial- lots of exciting and special things happening around the country that year!

  • @jerryhung9228
    @jerryhung9228 3 года назад +13

    I have never been into precious or semi precious stones, I have never been into jewelry, but you my man have gotten me into opals. Kudos to your passion and dedication. I am a fan for life now.

    • @blackopaldirect
      @blackopaldirect  3 года назад +3

      Yay mission accomplished 🙏

    • @William.Shakespeare
      @William.Shakespeare 2 года назад +1

      being a rocker is awesome , if you find yourself kicking around a pebble beach or similar you might find something fun . check out the native stones related your area , if nothing else you can put them in your garden until you decide to play with them .

    • @mandymoo4419
      @mandymoo4419 2 месяца назад

      @@jerryhung9228 not alone there

  • @lisae3663
    @lisae3663 4 года назад +472

    Well, you still have all your fingers. I’m impressed. 🖐🏼

    • @unbearifiedbear1885
      @unbearifiedbear1885 4 года назад +24

      lol.. watching people freehand on open sawblades always makes my bum twitch!

    • @lisae3663
      @lisae3663 4 года назад +7

      UnBearified Bear 😳😆

    • @kcanded
      @kcanded 4 года назад +8

      Exactly. If I had to do that job I'd have stubs for fingers.

    • @unbearifiedbear1885
      @unbearifiedbear1885 4 года назад +4

      @@kcanded Would you have lost them one by one or all at once?! 😂

    • @jgigna
      @jgigna 4 года назад +4

      All fingers and it doesn’t even appear his fingers have gotten buzzed lol! Impressive, and wow nice stone :)

  • @claudine1220
    @claudine1220 4 года назад +369

    The owner must feel like a proud parent seeing those beauties form before their eyes :) lucky bugger!

    • @blackopaldirect
      @blackopaldirect  4 года назад +50

      He is happy 😊

    • @mynineandi
      @mynineandi 4 года назад +2

      Right! Quite magnificent!

    • @davidstrait8873
      @davidstrait8873 4 года назад

      @@blackopaldirect think you could cut one for me?

    • @wm4750
      @wm4750 4 года назад +9

      @@davidstrait8873 0:49

    • @Hazed64
      @Hazed64 3 года назад +2

      @@davidstrait8873 he says right at the start he doesn't cut opal for people and to please not ask him

  • @someguy-k2h
    @someguy-k2h 4 года назад +1

    You tease. I am on the edge of my seat. Very nice stones. Excellent cutting. I really appreciate you taking the whole parcel and showing each one. It's like a masterclass.

  • @VirusOfCyrus
    @VirusOfCyrus 4 года назад +14

    Opal is my FAV by far! Its literally got ALL the colors of the world! wow!

  • @shirleyshantel32
    @shirleyshantel32 3 года назад +7

    Wow this is amazing. I have so much respect for what you do, I was scared the whole time watching it. But utterly fascinated at the same time.

  • @flpdragonslayersmith8
    @flpdragonslayersmith8 4 года назад +18

    Its amazing what the world creates underneath it all. From gems like this to a lathed piece of wood. Nature is amazing.

  • @centralpametaldetectorist289
    @centralpametaldetectorist289 2 года назад

    So never have cut a stone in my life and always have been interested in lapidary. With that being said, I usually call your shots ahead of time and get it right at least 95% of the time with the way you handle your stones. I have a perfectionist mentality and I think I’m going to get into this hobby. I’m a Metal Detectorist and find some cool stones out digging. I think I may have found my second calling. Thank you for all your videos. I watch your stuff constantly. You break down everything for somebody interested in getting into this. Much appreciated!

  • @shewho333
    @shewho333 3 года назад +20

    My mom had a beautiful black opal ring that my dad bought for her, really the only thing I wanted to keep out of her massive jewelry collection, and her sister stole the whole collection when mom was dying. The only opal I have is a mostly colorless one my uncle gave me from Mexico when I was little. It’s special to me.

  • @RobertHolcombe-w5p
    @RobertHolcombe-w5p Год назад

    I enjoyed watching you work with the lager piece. Being more difficult, I learned a lot more about how you understand opal. Very cool Mr Justin!

  • @classical3185
    @classical3185 3 года назад +8

    This is a great video!
    It makes me feel so lucky to have an opal stone. I've had it for years, its in a teardrop shape and I'd love to have it made into a necklace or ring for my daughter one day.

  • @darrellparkhill
    @darrellparkhill 4 года назад +2

    There is nothing better than watching a craftsman practice their craft. Thank you for sharing.

  • @virginiamoss7045
    @virginiamoss7045 4 года назад +36

    How the heck does he hold onto such small, slick pieces?! Amazing!

    • @avakerry431
      @avakerry431 3 года назад +2

      With water running! Amazing!!!!

  • @Rookie_Rockounding
    @Rookie_Rockounding 4 года назад +24

    Oh man, my hearts in my throat watching the stone around the ten minute mark. You’re working with treasures dude. Like really really expensive gems! 😳
    So so sooooo much respect mate.

    • @Rookie_Rockounding
      @Rookie_Rockounding 4 года назад +2

      And then the next one just dude. Seriously a craftsman.

    • @Rookie_Rockounding
      @Rookie_Rockounding 4 года назад +4

      Sorry, more comments but I found myself talking to the phone as I watched at 22:23... “yeah, do it, I reckon you’re good” haha! Man this is intense

    • @blackopaldirect
      @blackopaldirect  4 года назад +4

      Haha thank you 🙏

    • @jo-anasanto2908
      @jo-anasanto2908 3 года назад

      @@blackopaldirect 👍

    • @Datsunut
      @Datsunut 2 года назад

      True. More stress than I want in my life, but kudos to a master artist.

  • @keithrobicheux4749
    @keithrobicheux4749 4 года назад +343

    With your fingers so close to that wet saw, this seems to be a skill for the steady handed people

    • @imacrazy6872
      @imacrazy6872 4 года назад +6

      That's what she said!

    • @lisae3663
      @lisae3663 4 года назад +1

      Ima Crazy 😝 😂

    • @KNBARON
      @KNBARON 4 года назад +22

      The wetsaw doesn’t hurt your hands

    • @Its_LumberJack
      @Its_LumberJack 4 года назад +17

      It's not the end of the world if you knick yourself on the diamond blade. Just rubs off a bit of skin

    • @jeremyklein953
      @jeremyklein953 4 года назад +3

      @@KNBARON ya I think he means the buzz saw. God I puckered up on that

  • @Skittenmeow
    @Skittenmeow Год назад

    I'm so glad I found your channel, it is captivating and amazingly soothing. I'm not sure if it's because of the familiar Aussie accent, but obviously you have fans from all around the globe who are also amazed and comforted by your way of talking about your passion

  • @bloodlinesoffire5633
    @bloodlinesoffire5633 4 года назад +6

    Fair shout, respect to the guys who risk their lives to mine this underground 👍 stay safe

  • @tomkjr1
    @tomkjr1 4 года назад +6

    The colors exposed from grinding off the sand are incredible!

  • @ephjaymusic
    @ephjaymusic 4 года назад +5

    It's utterly captivating to watch you grinding down with such precision; these little rocks that took millions of years to form, in order to reveal those intense colours and beauty. Incredible video. ❤️

  • @Lynnelim
    @Lynnelim 3 года назад

    Such a kind and generous gesture of you to cut for someone, and sharing the knowledge and video.
    Its a Beautiful Opal and your video just added value to this precious stone.

  • @aso6437
    @aso6437 3 года назад +5

    Being a retired teacher, I would love to give my wife an Opal it almost a dream for me. However I don't think I can afford an Opal as beautiful as I think they are. I really love watching your channel I find it exciting watching you work.

  • @paulmoulin-l9w
    @paulmoulin-l9w 8 месяцев назад

    Love this business and its challenges of choosing the stones, artistic but more importantly well-made decisions based on understanding geoogy, materials behaviour, techniques and, most importantly, the monetary risks one takes in creating these artistic gems! Wow! A new world has opened through your podcasts! Thank you!

  • @Notellemkrik1776
    @Notellemkrik1776 4 года назад +27

    Totally amazed, had no idea that this is how stones were maid to perfection. Loved your expertise.

  • @V27RV
    @V27RV Год назад

    I wish we get a video back in the shed where it all began..great beginnings to great admiration..to the world of Opal.
    Thank you J BOD

  • @hateonskillz318
    @hateonskillz318 4 года назад +32

    This is so informative how to cut but also how to evaluate the stone and see what's inside without cutting.

  • @suet.r.4815
    @suet.r.4815 3 года назад

    Beautiful stones! -Just beautiful.
    I found this so pleasing and educational to watch. You approached this carefully and slowly and revealed the beauty of the stones very well.

  • @Wutzmename
    @Wutzmename 4 года назад +43

    I'm shocked at how stressful this was to watch mate.

  • @hateonskillz318
    @hateonskillz318 4 года назад

    Justin is legit in what he does and everything he offers us. Recently bought a parcel from him and I must say. Beautiful pieces of opal and couldn't be happier. The biggest stone I have seems to have two color bars and going to cut two beauties, and still have the smaller stones to cut. Money is irrelevant when the journey and gamble is the exciting part. Don't doubt this man or his heart, its in the right place. I'll make a video of my purchased and show you he's trying to help those who want to help themselves. Can't thank him enough with kinds words

  • @BorderKeeper
    @BorderKeeper 3 года назад +3

    I was a Jewelcrafter in World of Warcraft and just now I understand why this profession is in the game. Fascinating stuff.

  • @SprocketWalker
    @SprocketWalker 2 года назад

    Talking as you go through the process is really helpful and entertaining! The resulting stones are beautiful. Thank you for the video!

  • @CarisseH
    @CarisseH 4 года назад +141

    "I lost it...." To be continued.... Awww no you didn't. I can't handle it, the suspense is just to much... 😱

    • @craiggamache9920
      @craiggamache9920 4 года назад +5

      Go back one vid........ things will be revealed! Partly!

    • @CarisseH
      @CarisseH 4 года назад +2

      @@craiggamache9920 lol I know right. I did watch it last week. It was a really good video.

    • @beautifinessgal7478
      @beautifinessgal7478 4 года назад +1

      You're killing me!

    • @sharonlewis7638
      @sharonlewis7638 4 года назад

      @Donald J ...no I think that’s diamonds. Opals are unicorn variegated pee pee. Pretty sure of that, because they’re more rare and definitely more colorful and brilliant. Jk

  • @bobpercy1
    @bobpercy1 4 года назад

    Justin, this is your best cutting video I've seen. Pure artistry and a pinch of drama for good measure. I can't wait...

  • @Dawghome
    @Dawghome 3 года назад +8

    Feel privelaged to be allowed to watch a master at work!😁👍

  • @sandrawhitehouse3998
    @sandrawhitehouse3998 3 года назад +1

    Takes my breath away. So beautiful. I love Opals. You have such talent. ❤️

  • @saveurital455
    @saveurital455 4 года назад +3

    My goodness! I started to have a stomach ache from watching the video! It's so risky. One would need years of skill and experience. The result is amazing!!! Thank you for the video!

  • @noelhamilton8332
    @noelhamilton8332 4 года назад +2

    I was totally imersed in your decision making and then you were gone. Ido hopeyoucome back finish the project, thank you so much noel nz

  • @robertanderson9444
    @robertanderson9444 4 года назад +66

    It's seriously terrifying, to see a thumb THAT close to a spinning saw blade.

    • @michaeltuffin5002
      @michaeltuffin5002 3 года назад

      For some reason I have an uncle in Tasmania n a cousin in Queensland who lost digits.

    • @livingadamman7994
      @livingadamman7994 3 года назад +4

      Not as dangerous as it looks, the main reason is there is essencially no teeth just a fine diamond grit impregnated into the cutting edge, if its a wood saw blade different story it will tear a finger off no worries, but this is you touch will take a tiny bit of skin at worst a an abrasion of the skin. Theres water as lubricant too

    • @Defector82
      @Defector82 3 года назад +2

      Smh. All these these people worried about this man's fingers. Its a wet saw. It won't cut ya..

    • @handlesarefeckinstupid
      @handlesarefeckinstupid 3 года назад +1

      It's not a saw. It's a fine abrasive disc. It will do very little to your skin.

    • @William.Shakespeare
      @William.Shakespeare 2 года назад

      @@handlesarefeckinstupid as a poor old carpenter , when i am ready to put a final polish on whatever i had been shaping or cutting i have an old belt sander flipped upside down using a belt that has no grit left and is just very thick high velocity cloth . i set the deadman flip it over and polish away .

  • @jennifersalmon9541
    @jennifersalmon9541 4 года назад

    SO beautiful! Opal is my birthstone and my favorite gem so I love, love, love watching your channel. Thank you for all the informative videos! Have a wonderful weekend.

  • @altgirl84
    @altgirl84 4 года назад +152

    anyone else think it looked good after the intial sand was taken off? man, theres barely anything left of the gem

    • @lynnscott8286
      @lynnscott8286 3 года назад +7

      I liked the little bit of sand on it

    • @Isai314
      @Isai314 3 года назад

      Yep

    • @MyCleverHandle
      @MyCleverHandle 3 года назад +4

      Kind of like raising kids. The best only shows itself after much abrasion and patience. The beauty is worth the effort.

  • @fessellsahmed2587
    @fessellsahmed2587 4 года назад

    Mass respect. I know how kind you were to do that for him.

  • @DonnaMSchmid
    @DonnaMSchmid 4 года назад +19

    Aww, geez... **paces back and forth, waiting for Part 2**

  • @johnnys7292
    @johnnys7292 3 года назад +1

    You did an excellent job cutting and forming the opal into magnificent stones , it has always been my favorite rock to search for

  • @coreywarriner7308
    @coreywarriner7308 4 года назад +4

    Just the way the red shines through and plays with the light, even through the sand, is astoundingly beautiful.

  • @sylviawalker7993
    @sylviawalker7993 3 года назад

    OMG to have the knowledge and the skill you have to cut these beautiful opals they are my favourite stone of all time x

  • @jamesbarisitz4794
    @jamesbarisitz4794 4 года назад +18

    That deeper layer appears thicker and brighter. No guts, no glory! 👍

  • @nancycurtis3230
    @nancycurtis3230 4 года назад +1

    Oh hell. How dare you "hang up" on us? Lol. I don't know if you know how many of us share every moment. Every emotion. Get nervous for you. We love it. You always say that you won't cut for others, but you have used the opportunity for a REALLY good "thriller" for us. Thanks again, Justin. Love and good health to all, from Dimboola.

    • @blackopaldirect
      @blackopaldirect  4 года назад +1

      Thank you Nancy Haha yes I thought so too. I very happy to have shared this one. it took alot of brain power and figuring out

  • @kathysmith4261
    @kathysmith4261 4 года назад +3

    I can't believe your going to leave us hanging to see how it turns out!! Wow the color your going to grind off is amazing

    • @janisrice246
      @janisrice246 4 года назад

      You’re

    • @kathysmith4261
      @kathysmith4261 4 года назад

      Janice Rice thank you for the grammer lesson😁

    • @kathysmith4261
      @kathysmith4261 4 года назад

      Well poo I spelled your name wrong but it is the proper use of your.

    • @Wutzmename
      @Wutzmename 4 года назад

      I'm hunting grammar nazis. FOUND ONE PEW PEW JANICE

  • @xandernoel4592
    @xandernoel4592 4 года назад

    Awe!!! I was so engaged in what the outcome would be that I actually felt like my stomach dropped like on a roller-coaster when you ended the video. AWESOME HOOK THOUGH! Well done once again Justin! Thanks for your time and effort! Looking forward to the next video, part 2.

  • @williamarmstrong7199
    @williamarmstrong7199 4 года назад +6

    The skills shown here are off the chart! Justin also swears less than just about every Australian I know. (On Camera, I have no idea off screen) ;)

    • @blackopaldirect
      @blackopaldirect  4 года назад +4

      Haha thank you. Not all Aussies swear. I do too but only the uneducated swear in public. We have a few of them in the land of OZ lol

    • @blacksorrento4719
      @blacksorrento4719 4 года назад

      Oh my Goodness the terrible image we present the rest of the world.
      The majority of Australians can string many a sentence together in succession without the use of a profanity.
      Wonderful video by the way. 👍

  • @bryanvanwey4861
    @bryanvanwey4861 4 года назад +2

    Risk it the color bar down under is better. lol down under. you're awesome man.

  • @GreggBB
    @GreggBB 4 года назад +6

    Wow, that was amazing! I followed along the whole way, and as you made your choices and showed the results of them, I told myself, yep I can see that but have no idea how you did it. LOL It made sense as you were saying things, but you had to say them in order for me to realize it. I don't cut stones, and I think it is a very good thing for both the stones and myself that I don't. But I sure love watching you!!

  • @emmadonnelly9735
    @emmadonnelly9735 3 года назад +2

    Oh my god. I am obsessed with this. I need so many more of these videos.

  • @markholland5767
    @markholland5767 4 года назад +27

    Im definantly interested in what comes out of that stone

  • @tonywild6581
    @tonywild6581 4 года назад

    You did a great job Justin, who would of thought cutting opals were so stressful. Can't wait to see the next video.

  • @elbarto8282
    @elbarto8282 4 года назад +33

    I've never thought stones could be so interesting. Damn I'm nervous man

  • @claudiaeichler3292
    @claudiaeichler3292 3 года назад

    Wonderful colors. Opals are my favorite stones. Much nicer than diamonds.

  • @tamwolf20
    @tamwolf20 4 года назад +2

    Lol wonderful cliff hanger Justin!

  • @grammajo1889
    @grammajo1889 3 года назад

    I have had no exposure to the world of opals until now and I am so impressed! It seems that the opal has no value until Justin puts his skill and magic into it. If I ever buy a piece, it will be from him.

  • @bethpemberton7980
    @bethpemberton7980 4 года назад +12

    I have held my breath for so long I'm getting a headache!!

  • @revoneth6207
    @revoneth6207 4 года назад +1

    I found your channel from this video. gotta say wish i could sit here all day and watch you cut opal, didnt know this was a thing and i really want to cut my own some day because of these!

  • @vinylexperience77
    @vinylexperience77 4 года назад +3

    I can't wait two days!

  • @NUTNUTPRODUCTIONS
    @NUTNUTPRODUCTIONS 4 года назад

    What a gentleman you are Justin.
    Very good of you to do that for them. 🙂👍

  • @TheBrytstarr
    @TheBrytstarr 4 года назад +11

    The sound of the grinding wheel against stone is making my teeth hurt, but I wear dentures! Go figure..🤔

  • @madelynl.5351
    @madelynl.5351 4 года назад +1

    We’re dangling off the cliff here! I was so totally absorbed in the cutting it was a shock when you abruptly stopped! This is by far one of the very BEST videos you have ever made. So glad there will be a Part 2! Is the owner getting all those gorgeous gems back? Lucky.

  • @MsWendalina
    @MsWendalina 4 года назад +32

    NOOOOOO!! I hate cliffhangers. Hurry, man, hurry!!

    • @blackopaldirect
      @blackopaldirect  4 года назад +8

      2 days

    • @MsWendalina
      @MsWendalina 4 года назад +3

      You’re killin’ me, Justin ;)

    • @grubbyga7601
      @grubbyga7601 4 года назад +2

      @@MsWendalina me too. I thought no please i cant wait 2 days.

  • @duke555a
    @duke555a 3 года назад

    Hiya Justin
    Ran into your channel by accident.
    Have become a huge fan. I didn't know anything about opals. Learning fast. Thanks for educating me

  • @idjles
    @idjles 4 года назад +10

    Can opals be xrayed or MRI'ed to see inside without cutting them?

    • @robinkulaszewicz9952
      @robinkulaszewicz9952 4 года назад +1

      Sure for $200-500.00 you can XRay and for 15,000-$30,000 you can mri whatever you want that isn’t metal. But is it worth it?

  • @mfrueh8235
    @mfrueh8235 3 года назад

    These are my favorite stones...such beautiful colors...well done👍👍👍

  • @gregboam8474
    @gregboam8474 4 года назад +14

    Oh if your high school shop teacher could see you now.

  • @jeffcook9367
    @jeffcook9367 4 года назад +1

    I love watching you work, I learn so much as you talk about what your doing. Thank you

  • @Emiltism
    @Emiltism 4 года назад +11

    “WHEEEEEEW” -Justin’s wheel, 2020

  • @davidstoner7448
    @davidstoner7448 4 года назад +1

    Look out people!!! Justin's about to go Rambo on a couple opals. Oh... wait........ cliffhanger!!! Someone's been watching alot of movies in quarantine.🤣 Upload the sequel QUICK!!! Just joking. Can't wait to see the larger opal finished. Thanks again for sharing. Be safe. Much Love from California 💣

    • @blackopaldirect
      @blackopaldirect  4 года назад

      I have been watching Netflix too. I'll be back lol

  • @makkyd123
    @makkyd123 4 года назад +3

    ahh! a cliffhanger! I always wondered how good cutters deal with close color bars though. is it possible to clamp (for precision) and slit it between the bars? seems like you would want to save both bars rather than grinding one off, if that was possible?

    • @matthewday7565
      @matthewday7565 4 года назад

      Not much thickness though, and the cutting wheel also has a thickness that will be lost - and since he explained what a "doublet" is, that would be the only real way to use a thin section

    • @blackopaldirect
      @blackopaldirect  4 года назад

      if the potch is thick enough yes but in this case???????

    • @makkyd123
      @makkyd123 4 года назад

      @@blackopaldirect if you used a blade with a very thin kerf I suppose it might be possible, although you would still need some potch on the back of each slice obviously. its hard to tell how thick the potch is from your video. Anyway just trying to follow your logical process - I would be paralyzed with fear at having to make that decision! cudos.

  • @jamescanjuggle
    @jamescanjuggle 3 года назад

    i love looking into the science of these opals formation. Thats also paired with a passion for the skills of revealing their inner beauty.
    Such is the balance of things I enjoy.

  • @perry714.
    @perry714. 3 года назад +5

    The music is in elite dangerous so calming lol

  • @queenmab1999
    @queenmab1999 2 года назад +1

    Lol I love the music in the beginning lol So dramatic! Love it!! lol You guys are awesome :)

  • @brianblackwell2308
    @brianblackwell2308 4 года назад +3

    I really want to see those stones outcome, i think you succeeded

  • @Nelvalak
    @Nelvalak Месяц назад +1

    19:18 reminds me of an art deco step down style ,, I’m going to cut stones for one piece I’ve designed this type of stone would be perfect ,, multiple colour bars beings shown ,, thank you for this video

  • @jamest.5001
    @jamest.5001 4 года назад +3

    That's what I say, ' "that was the plan all along!" That's why I don't tell anyone what I'm doing, but hey, you can always glue it back together! Haha

  • @adamgc73
    @adamgc73 4 года назад

    I think your making the right decision Justin to go for the 2nd colour bar 👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼

  • @mr.c2363
    @mr.c2363 4 года назад +3

    OH NO! its a cliffhanger. BTW the heartbeats helped calm mine... I can imagine the internal pressures.

  • @clairefinley6513
    @clairefinley6513 3 года назад

    Beautiful job . You have an amazing sense of where the beautiful opal is .

  • @youthought878
    @youthought878 3 года назад +3

    Do I risk it, or be happy with what I’ve go- *I’m goin in*

  • @wadesims2000
    @wadesims2000 3 года назад

    I know you say you don’t want to do videos like this but honestly I could sit here and watch days of this this is one hell of a video

  • @howdarei6761
    @howdarei6761 4 года назад +3

    a cliffhanger-yes :)

  • @barbaraskinner4924
    @barbaraskinner4924 3 года назад

    I love opals. You seem to see right through them will all the beautiful colours deep inside

  • @mattronimus
    @mattronimus 4 года назад +3

    I have never done this. this is the 1st video I've watched on it. but I feel like if you just used a more precise tool like a dremmel you could just get rid of the sand and keep the majority of the rock. although it wouldn't have a geometrical shape to it, But it would save more of the opal.

  • @dramathompson9053
    @dramathompson9053 3 месяца назад

    I’m hooked on this channel! Thank you!

  • @William_Borgeson
    @William_Borgeson 4 года назад

    Wow, I was on the edge of my seat watching you cut those and looking at the timer on the video I said no not a cliffhanger, but here we are. Amazing work you do there Justin, thanks for the insight and the entertainment. Hope all is well and I can't wait for part II!

    • @blackopaldirect
      @blackopaldirect  4 года назад +1

      Hahah sorry William the video would have just gone too long as one video

    • @William_Borgeson
      @William_Borgeson 4 года назад

      @@blackopaldirect I hear you, it was a perfect segue for the next one!

  • @Taggartize
    @Taggartize 3 года назад

    This was awesome to watch, thank you

  • @PsychoticAmbitions
    @PsychoticAmbitions 4 года назад

    Yessss, I love the idea of Part 2 videos! I was drooling the whole time, some amazing color in there! Makes my heart flip knowing the earth did made it.

  • @dougbernick2129
    @dougbernick2129 3 года назад

    WoW, You make It look so easy, when I know your grinding It off holding your breath. Love love your videos.

  • @lost619
    @lost619 3 года назад

    As all the other comments stated im impressed you didn't sand your fingers off! I remember in high school in wood work classes I managed to grind my knuckles lol and I was like 10cm project away lol

  • @MsMozzy.
    @MsMozzy. 4 года назад +1

    That was so educational. Thank you for sharing.
    Cheers K

  • @Will0wFire
    @Will0wFire 3 года назад +1

    I used to work in a large jewellery shop in Switzerland. We had an Australian gentleman, a gem dealer, who came in every now and again, he'd offer us staff gems after the big sales were over, so he'd have less to carry on his way back home. Showed us photographs of the largest opal found to date (1992?), too risky to transport, because we know they don't like to travel by air. It was the size of a fist.
    I bought a large peridot off him, which I had set in 18kt gold and still wear.
    Memories...

  • @wendypeckinpaugh1078
    @wendypeckinpaugh1078 4 года назад

    Black opals are by far the most beautiful.

  • @davidrehman
    @davidrehman 4 года назад

    Might be your best video to date! Looking forward to part 2 :)

  • @yannick7570
    @yannick7570 4 года назад

    Superbe video ! A mine of information ! Tks so much Justin . Top class !!