High grade rough opal has huge potential to cut thousands $$$
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- Опубліковано 5 вер 2024
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This week, join Justin as he navigates his way around a beautiful Red Bar Rough Opal.
He has been sitting on this one for a while as he figures out the best way to approach the cut.
Once he goes in and starts to expose the gem, that's when we start to hit a few bumps in the road - but the end result will certainly surprise you!
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Man it’s a awesome day just watching you cut stones bro
"Pretty little pair" is an understatement. They are gorgeous!
This has to be one of the most beautiful knobbies that I've ever seen you cut in terms of color. It's almost heartbreaking to have to watch you cut it. But it was a real joy to watch the color be revealed. It always gives me a little shiver and really gets my treasure hunting spidey sense working overtime. Lol. Thanks for the lovely experience. 💙
Thank you 😊
@@blackopaldirect That pair turned out beautifully though...💙
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The nicest thing about reality is the anticipation. The outcome was not as hoped for but a pair of matching gems is rare and almost as satisfying. The book has been read. Now off to the library to see what is to come.
Absolute magic, Dragon eyes. Some fortunate buyer is going to be thrilled with this pair! ❤️❤️
Yes they will be....stunning gems
They seriously are a cracking pair, and I, as probably all of us, would love them, but I think we can all feel your disappoint at the loss of the bigger stone too xx
That’s opal lol
What
@@spacesanduniversediscovery4878 You are just as confused as I am right. But maybe they are saying it isn't a stone because it is opal lol.
Either way this is like 2 years later
You’re not only a master cutter, you’re a wise man. The way you speak of opals is a good metaphor for working with people, too.
Thanks Caren!
watched this video many times now... the tension never goes away... those colors 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
I would have never imagined over the course of my life that opal cutting on UA-cam (granted I've the luxury of my HD Big Screen) could be as exciting as a James Bond cinematic thriller! Man! Beautiful! What a roller coaster Justin! Thank you! 😳🤯😱😁
Haha wow thank you
I said the very same thing...I was on the edge of my seat the entire time! What a show!
Justin my friend....you wouldn't even believe how easy it is to be an arm chair opal cutter. You did do alright for a professional. Thanks.
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I love watching these gems come to light with your decision making processes Justin. Very relaxing.
It's crazy to think that over the years some of the most beautiful opals could have been lost just because they were cut wrong. Always happy to see a nice rough in your hands, because I know that it will cut to the most beautiful stone possible. I like to think that mother nature smiles at you each time you reveal the true inner beauty of a stone, and trusts you to work on her most beautiful creations.
Happens every day
That red fire is unreal, what a unique and stressful nobby! My beginner parcel from you just left Sydney. I can't wait for it to arrive in Alaska (I hope they don't mind the snow).
Sweet 🙏😊
Hi
Hope you don't mind me here, I would like to meet you Justin if you are going to Arizona in Jan or Feb for the annual shows there! So, which show will you be attending and when?? How can I get in touch w you? Greg
If you are having opal shipped to Alaska, you better keep it warm at all times . You don’t want it to craze on you. Opal and cold weather don’t mix.
@@garyhenderson7332 I had one parcel of Oregon fire opal shipped wet and it froze in the mailbox. I ended up with 100+ chips. ☹️ now I ensure everyone ships rough to me dry.
And how was the parcel
Nothing beats Aussie opal. That nobby had me holding my breath all the way. I wanted to cry when I saw that pitch going all the way through 😭😱
The final product is a testament to your artistry Justin. Best wishes always from Perth WA xox
9:43 Oh wow, so that's where the black came from! That's amazing. A little heartbreaking, sure, but amazing.
That is the prettiest color I have ever seen!
Stunning opals. Sorry you weren’t able to have a whole one but the pair is absolutely beautiful! Love the colors in them! Thank you for sharing your expertise. 🥰
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Doc's giving me six months tops if I don't stop watching the Opal Whisperer.
Tick tock tick tock .. The old pacemaker's taking a real battering here.
Haha sorry
I love the multiple simultaneous cameras.
I liked that cloud going through it. Then again I am an artist. But turned out to be a nice pair of earrings.
Yes, the natural combination of dark and light opal was insanely beautiful in the beginning, before the stone was cut. (Also an artist, heh.)
Could be two-sided or 2 separate stones.
Justin, you have got to have nerves of steel. My hands would be shaking so badly doing this...lol
You do realize we're all on the edge of our seat just like you are while you're cutting. I didn't even remember to breathe until you had a matching pair getting ready to polish.
Lol
Your channel is amazing. I could watch you cut opals all day. You have nerves of steel.
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I don't know how I missed this video. What a treat! Those gems are breathtaking!
You have taught me so much about opal I KNEW iy was a slicer !
Haha nice 👍
It looks like all the colours have been put in a capsule and what a beautiful colours, WOW! This made my day a little better. Thanks!💖✨
Hey Justin, California opalholics here.
Wow, that was exciting to watch! The colour reminded me of a smoldering fire. Really fascinating. Thank you for showing and greetings from Germany!
A beautiful pair of stud earrings .......... what's not to love ! Thanks Justin :-)
That opal had every rainbow colour in it, you cut a lovely pair from it Justine, they were beautiful with the red and orange. Thank you for sharing
disliking because this was the top comment and spoils the video.
The vibrance of the one is outstanding.
I’ve been bingeing your videos for quite some time now, easily over the last 2-3 years. I really just want to express my gratitude to you and my absolute love for opals and your channel.
Your videos have played a significant role in me finding my love for these gemstones. Without a doubt Australian opals are my absolute favourite gemstone in the world and I want to thank you so much for the effort you put into creating these videos for us and bringing us on the journey.
I don’t own any opal myself yet but I have recently bought a beautiful natural white opal pendant for my dear sister with blues, reds, yellows and greens in it; it’s the first opal I’ve ever seen and held in person and I couldn’t believe my eyes at the absolute beauty that comes from these stones, especially in the sunlight. I’m saving away to buy myself a nice black opal from your online store sometime in the future just so I can own my own.
Once again, thank you so much for these quality and somewhat therapeutic videos. Sorry about the long message, I just wanted to share a bit of love haha
Cheers,
Slav.
Wow thank you and you are welcome
An oldie but goodie definitely the ins and outs of Opal cutting beautiful work and beautiful stones. Thank you for the wonderful video. May 11/2024
Glad you enjoyed it
It’s a good thing you purchased that fine small torch at the Tucson Gem Show. It has given you another way to evaluate the best way to cut your opal. Love this beautiful pair of stones…they truly look as though they are on fire.
Felt your pain from start to finish this time. I say well done I would never want to cut a gem with so many unknowns. But what a Bobby dazzla.
Of all the stones I've watched you work on this is by far my favourite colour
Nice pair, I've seen a bit of opal from different parts of the world and I think Australia opal is the best colour wise. Hope you one's have an amazing week ahead.👌💚✌️💎
Thanks Ruk
Is there a better word than stunning? Wow!
Omg. I would love those two as earrings. Awsum Justin as ever. Just STUNNING.x
I've watched enough of your videos that I knew when you faced it, and I seen that cloud through the middle....I said then. "He's gonna cut it". Awesome video. Always the best information
That little piece of stone was waiting all those years for someone to unlock its beauty. You sir were called upon to do just that and you absolutely nailed it. What a special gem set. Those colours are insane
Gorgeous colours on those opals. My sort of stone
GORGEOUS!! Nice save on the stone, opals with the red are my favorite! Love watching you do your magic Justin!!
Beautiful! Every stone is so unique in opal, that I’m always amazed...
Hearing an Aussie doing a southern accent made my day! LOL Keep up the wonder videos!
Lol I tried
@@blackopaldirect You did great! I love it when we can enjoy each others differences. Hope to visit Australia again and this time take my wife! However I think I will wait for all of the madness settles down.
Absolute top gems! That color and brightness is just stunning!
I love when opal is so bright it shines on your fingers😁😍
Hi, Justin. Beautiful stones. I'm glad you were not disappointed. *TYU*
Me too!
So much fun watching you transform these mysterious opals into works of art.
The fire in those 2 stones is beautiful. I was fortunate to be introduced to this craft in a 7th grade class.
Beauty saved is beauty found. Nice to once again see your skill in the process of discovery. Well done Justin!
Thanks so much!
I really enjoy watching you cut opals to reveal the beautiful colors in each knobby. This pair of opals is absolutely gorgeous.
The background music while you’re cutting is epic 😂
Such a great result from that piece of rough, great work preserving a majority of the value regardless of the obstacle
While it didn’t pan out as expected, your expertise clearly knew how to make the best out of it. Those will make beautiful earrings
Thank you very much!
Thank you for your time, it's always a pleasure to watch these cuts
Thanks John, appreciate it!
Wow 👍 super klein aber so Fein Was für eine professionelle schliff,Da muss man so viele Nerven haben, so eine Schönheit raus zu Hollen,Du bist der beste!
Those are magical stones!
Amazing work Justin, beautiful set there
You have nerves of steel. You have the job of a professional gambler...You are dealt your negotiated cards and you have to make them work for you...Your knowledge, skill and experience enable you to make a living. Gutsy to say the least. You're none worse for wear after decades of grinding stones for profit. Thanks for sharing. I enjoyed your video. Cheers.
You got know when to hold em know when to fold em lol
I really felt the heat on this one Justin. The most beautiful color of all that I have seen you cut. Two small master pieces ! It’s hard to amagin what could have been.
I could tell you were going to have to slice it. Great stones.
I don't know how I ended up watching your videos but I'm so happy I have!
even the rough opal with all the potch is absolutely gorgeous wow.. those colors are stunning
Good heavens! The Aussie is doing schtik! Give that man a beer!
Bravo! I was on the edge of my seat. Enhanced by wonderful suspenseful music.
You Sir have some mad skills with opals! Beautiful !
I appreciate your talent and the way you talk to us about what you are doing and why.
Thank you
i live in brazil i watch your videos and i think opal is a divine gift i would love to have one in my collection
They'ed make a set of beautiful earrings.
Really nice stones
Thank you for such a lovely journey with this beautiful opal
You're welcome!
What gorgeous accent stones these smaller gems will make..perhaps with rubies...what a scrumptious ring or pendant! I have to say, Sir, what you do is n o t for the fainthearted!
A novice might even set the stones aside and forget about them but these two graceful red opals were just waiting for liberation!
A unique exquisite pair of earrings for some super lucky person. You have made some one very happy! 😁🇨🇦
It was just an enigma from the beginning!
What awesome color. On the bright side, you made some awesome lemonade in the end.
Love your humor ( not a bad US accent) I’m finding it extremely relaxing watching your channel. You got me man, I’m subbed.
Yay Thank you
That red and gold flash is stunning 😀
Unexpected, but still an absolute rippah.
I know it wouldn't be as saleable but I love the zebra effect of the black and cloudy opal at the slice.
I would buy those ear rings no problems, that colour was to die for.
After Covid restrictions lift I’d love to visit you, idk if you ever set up seminars or classes or just field days before Covid but you’ve ignited a long ignored love of opal! I’m so blessed to have this material on video thank you!
I think this is my favourite nobby ive seen you cut mate.
Gorgeous color! I enjoy the unpredictability of opal. Keeps me on the edge of my seat.
As soon as the snow here in Oregon clears, we're going to Opal Butte Oregon to hunt, can't wait ❤️
Wow! That was such a nice video! It is a color and pattern I haven't seen very much of
Thank you 🙏
💥💥2 little balls of fire! Great save, algo food👍😊✌🇦🇺
Thanks 👍
Thanks for sharing, Justin.
Really interesting subject ( the big opal being cut ) but 😷😷 I have just had a wisdom tooth removed at the dentist and watching that gave me a sick , sinking feeling in my stomach . A few seconds in made me switch off . I'll watch it another time thank you 💕.
My guy what a gorgeous set! Good golly those reds 😍
Those are 2 beautiful gems! I knew you would cut something gorgeous! It's gonna make some pretty girl a pair of fantastic earrings! How lucky will she be! 😀👍💯✌🇨🇦❤💙💚💥🍺
Thank you 🙏
Those are gorgeous Justin
That was looking like some of the best colour I've seen. It's a tuff game Justin. You still did ok in the end mate. Well done
I'm only halfway thru the video and I'm literally on the edge of my seat as if I was watching a scary movie lol! I know you'll pull it off and give your audience the happy ending there looking for :)
Haha nice
What a marvelous adventure. And to create two fabulous gems from those speckles of shimmering rainbow peeking out of the nooks and crannies of the knobby was a delight to watch. Thank you!
Thank you Tony
Just love your little kid energy don’t ever stop being silly or having fun.! I hope you get a great stone !
Thank you, I will try not to grow up
Love Australian opal!!!!!
Watching you create beautiful stones. Love the red color will make beautiful earnings for some lucky lady.
Thank you! Cheers!
The frog living on your patio knows more about cutting opal than I do. Everytime you hit that 320grit wheel with a stone I just wince.
I love when you use cab machine you have the opal touch! Let the machine do the work slowly! Great job in all your videos. The explanations you give are great.
I just bought a Black Opal from you and I am so excited! I cannot wait to get it! My first ever Opal. I'm sure I'll be buying more as I have my eye on a couple more. Can'ttttt waitttt!
Woohooo well done and thank you 🙏
I just bought my first black opal after trolling your website for yearrrrrrs! Beautiful .85 carat oval gem with gashes of green, yellow, red...looks like a flippin GALAXY in there! Sooooo excited to receive it. Birthday present to myself!
Thank you and yahooo we’ll done