I may be alone in this, but I am a HUGE fan of at least the look of the fractures!! I understand why you don't like them, but I would buy polished or unpolished as long as they look cool to me!!! #TEAM FRACTURES!!!! I have made a few purchases and plan on many more regardless. I love your work and your vids. THANK YOU!!!!!!
I’m a recent subscriber and have commented a time or two about wondering how to figure out the direction of a cut, so I’m thrilled to see this new video. I’m an old hippy, so the insides of these agates reminds me of a few LSD trips. It is mind boggling to realize that the creator of this Universe and our souls hides beauty in the very smallest of things, art that takes centuries to create or the diamond ring that appears to surrounds the sun during yesterday’s total eclipse, no wonder its beauty and awe makes us emotional or giddy. I love seeing and hearing your wonder and enthusiasm. I’m moving up there soon and can’t wait to explore the shores of Lake Michigan and Lake Superior! Thank you.
I don't have a question, but I just wanted you to know I love how happy and excited you get when you open the rocks to show us at the same time. It's like we're sharing our excitement with you.
The last one was stunning to see and for me personnaly.... there's no such thing as "just a rock". Each and every pebble has its own beauty, you need to know how to 'see' it. 💜
I think you should keep both halves of that last agate you cut because when they are opened up next to each other it looks like a butterfly or owl's eyes. It's very striking! Love them all and thank you for another great video. ❤from Idaho
Cool video. I cut about a hundred+ agates a week here. A lot of stuff out of West Texas and quite a few out of Africa. It's always amazing when you get those floaters inside. The 3d effects are so cool.
I am so happy that you made this video! The very best thing was...."I guess.". LOL!! Made me feel better.😉 I would love to get into this hobby in a very big way, but living in Omaha does not lend itself to many opportunities. Meanwhile, I am vicariously enjoying every adventure you have and loving your excitement! Blessings from an old gramma in Omaha! 💕💕
I love those Malawi agates. How could you not love them? Every time you open one and reveal those beautiful colors and fine bands that no one has gotten to see before. They're such a joy! Thank you for sharing your love of them with us. Every time you get to laughing, I find myself laughing right along with you.
❤❤❤ your videos. Thank you for your hard work, dedication, education and entertainment. Plus you and your family are beautiful and seem like good people. Especially when your son said "you're welcome dad" for giving you pink eye. Love it! 😹😻🤠
I just wing it, but I also don't cut a lot of agates. Most of the agates I cut are seam agates anyway, so you kinda already know where it's gonna line up.
From start to finish these videos are so satisfying and excite me to someday have my own collection. My current passion is for hounding but I’m equally excited to learn lapidary as I get the tools and resources. The color spectrum on these are so soothing yet stimulating. Thanks for sharing your world ❤
I’ll be honest, I stumbled upon your channel by accident, and I thought that this would be about as interesting as watching paint dry. How wrong was I🤣. I absolutely love it!! I’m totally hooked and can’t wait to see more. Your description of the rocks are so great as well. I can tell you are extremely passionate about this and it shows and has made me want to find out more about geology. Thank you.
The last one is the best one I’ve ever seen of all the cutting videos I’ve watched so far. 🥰. The one with the nose also had eyes inside. 😁 I just received my first batch of Malawi agates. Can’t wait cut them. Your video was very helpful. Thank you Taylor.
The one at 7:20 "the face" the one on the left looks like a cartoon character laughing 😂 but seriously they were so stunning! Loving the colors and unique patterns! The last one was PSYCHEDELIC!
Thanks for making this video, it was very helpful with understanding cut placement. Your collection of Malawi agate is beautiful and the last agate today is an amazing addition. So beautiful.
Since I just found you(thanks to a UA-camr mentioning you), I didn’t know you had an Etsy store. I’m so happy cause I love getting new pieces to add to my collection. Yay!🥳
I like the fifth one, the dark one with the orange band and depth combo that really shows the crystals inside so well. How stunning that looks. All of them are so stunning -- I don't see how you can choose just one favorite
Just finished my Geology class, I'm praying for a 95 or above so I can maintain my 4.0, but this class was challenging! You would adore the class I just took!
Sweet video! I had a question-do you know of any alternatives other than polishing agates? I have a bucket full that I’ve accumulated over multiple years, and I don’t really want to just throw them in a rock tumbler, if you know what I mean-not to mention mine’s broken as of now-😅 I read mineral oil is an option, but it might take away the color from the bands, so I’m not sure what to use at this point-vegetable glycerin? Bleach?
Great video! I couldn't help but notice how clear your close-up shots are! I'm in the process of learning lapidary and have been putting together some videos of my learning curve but I can't seem to figure out the close-up shots. I'm mostly using a cell phone for now because I'm not sure which camera to go with. Do you mind sharing a trade secret? Either way, thanks for putting out these great videos!
I’m not a rock person, but I love watching you reveal what’s inside. I was wondering where all these cut rocks end up? What do you use them for? Also it would be cool to see how you polish them.
Love your thought progress on placement of cuts and polishing 😁 I personally think you do an awesome job explaining things for those of us that are new to this. I do have a question was wondering if you've ever just polished the windows and not done any cuts or if you just leave it natural? Thanks again for a another great session 😊
Those african agats I love, they are so so beutiful. Thank`s for showing. Ps. That last one, I had polished the backside of the one half with the nice pattern on and kept that half!!
If this video helps you with your cuts, make sure to like and share it!
Would you recommend the 6 inch or the 10 inch for your first saw?
Really good video.
Beautiful cuts.
I may be alone in this, but I am a HUGE fan of at least the look of the fractures!! I understand why you don't like them, but I would buy polished or unpolished as long as they look cool to me!!! #TEAM FRACTURES!!!! I have made a few purchases and plan on many more regardless. I love your work and your vids. THANK YOU!!!!!!
Excellent explanations! Keep up the great work! SLAB ON!! 😁👍🏻🪨⛏️
I’m a recent subscriber and have commented a time or two about wondering how to figure out the direction of a cut, so I’m thrilled to see this new video. I’m an old hippy, so the insides of these agates reminds me of a few LSD trips. It is mind boggling to realize that the creator of this Universe and our souls hides beauty in the very smallest of things, art that takes centuries to create or the diamond ring that appears to surrounds the sun during yesterday’s total eclipse, no wonder its beauty and awe makes us emotional or giddy. I love seeing and hearing your wonder and enthusiasm. I’m moving up there soon and can’t wait to explore the shores of Lake Michigan and Lake Superior! Thank you.
You are not rambling, you are gushing! And we LOVE it!
😂🥰
Yes that last rock was breathtaking!
Love the one with the “nose” because once you cut it, it has brown eyes! The others are so beautiful!
I don't have a question, but I just wanted you to know I love how happy and excited you get when you open the rocks to show us at the same time. It's like we're sharing our excitement with you.
The last one was stunning to see and for me personnaly.... there's no such thing as "just a rock". Each and every pebble has its own beauty, you need to know how to 'see' it. 💜
That last one is absolutely gorgeous 😍
Spot on. Drop dead gorgeous.❤
I think you should keep both halves of that last agate you cut because when they are opened up next to each other it looks like a butterfly or owl's eyes. It's very striking! Love them all and thank you for another great video. ❤from Idaho
Looks like little amethyst galaxies in couple of those!
That's so cool how one side has yellow and the other side has orange. Pretty! ❤😃
You truly turn these pebbles into precious gems - like magic! Thanks so much for sharing!
The last one was really amazing looking
You’re the best!❤ I love your enthusiasm as you cut these beautiful stones and share them with us! Thank you for doing this with such skill!
That last cut is a real stunner!!!
With the two together looks like a beautiful butterfly! Amazing cut!
Oh I LOVE the one with the tiny agate pockets!
Thank you for explaining how you decide the cutting position.
Glad it was helpful!
This Video Is my Favorate Video from Agate dad so far!
I’m so glad!
Where did you get those stones did you buy or find?
Thanks for your take on how and where to cut the agates. The larger pastel one is beautiful. The last one…is definitely a winner!
I agree!
Thanks!
Thank you!!
Yes! Keep the whole agate of the Last one!!!
You really hit the jackpot with this video! Every one is awesome! And your “theory” more than proved itself correct. Congrats!
You were right…..that last one was the best and gorgeous at that! Ahhhh nature😍
✌🏻❤️😃
They are all so beautiful and the polishing just magnifies that beauty!
The very first one looks like there's a tiny pearl in the left side. So pretty.
Cool video.
I cut about a hundred+ agates a week here. A lot of stuff out of West Texas and quite a few out of Africa.
It's always amazing when you get those floaters inside. The 3d effects are so cool.
Wow your going to have 150k subscribers soon
So close!
The last one was fantastic. Could you belt polish the three outside windows as well. Think it would look even more amazing.
That last one is AMAZING!! ❤
Just WOW !!!!! These are some great agates. Very cool😎😎
So pretty!
The last one is the best one. Several beauties though.
7:00 looks like a volcano in the ocean - my fav
The depth in those rocks they were all gorgeous
All nice but the last one!!!!! Wowzer!!!!!
So glad I strapped myself in my chair! Holy Buckets!😮 Love the tutorial and the subjects couldn't be more beautiful 😊❤! IMO you batted 1000 ⚾️!🥰
I am so happy that you made this video! The very best thing was...."I guess.". LOL!! Made me feel better.😉 I would love to get into this hobby in a very big way, but living in Omaha does not lend itself to many opportunities. Meanwhile, I am vicariously enjoying every adventure you have and loving your excitement! Blessings from an old gramma in Omaha! 💕💕
I LOVE AGATE!!!
They all look great!
Thanks!
I get just as excited every time you open up one up! Nice nose job on the head😂
Nice! 👍
I love those Malawi agates. How could you not love them? Every time you open one and reveal those beautiful colors and fine bands that no one has gotten to see before. They're such a joy! Thank you for sharing your love of them with us. Every time you get to laughing, I find myself laughing right along with you.
Thank you for another great and fun video
Glad you enjoyed it
It's so Fun! Thank you for sharing
Thanks for watching!
Those are ALL so great! LOVE them all! Thank you for these fun cutting videos! THANK YOU AGATE DAD!
❤❤❤ your videos. Thank you for your hard work, dedication, education and entertainment. Plus you and your family are beautiful and seem like good people. Especially when your son said "you're welcome dad" for giving you pink eye. Love it! 😹😻🤠
Do you make cabochons with any of the Malawi agates? I love them so much!
Not yet
Your videos are really helpful.
I guess a lot with the stones we cut, most of the time it works out, it's amazing how the rocks give you little clues.
Absolutely they do!
Awesome cut success on the flame!
When do you think these will be in your esty store?? I’m in love with the pink color one !!
They were on there yesterday
😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢 They are gone. I’m always to late.
Gorgeous. This is fun to us too.
I just wing it, but I also don't cut a lot of agates. Most of the agates I cut are seam agates anyway, so you kinda already know where it's gonna line up.
My mouth fell open when you opened that last one.....oh my gosh! Gorgeous! ❤
Love, love it, love great video.
These agates are so beautiful and the last one is killer!!! Love this channel!!!
The last one look like butterfly wing. ❤
From start to finish these videos are so satisfying and excite me to someday have my own collection. My current passion is for hounding but I’m equally excited to learn lapidary as I get the tools and resources. The color spectrum on these are so soothing yet stimulating. Thanks for sharing your world ❤
I’ll be honest, I stumbled upon your channel by accident, and I thought that this would be about as interesting as watching paint dry. How wrong was I🤣. I absolutely love it!! I’m totally hooked and can’t wait to see more. Your description of the rocks are so great as well. I can tell you are extremely passionate about this and it shows and has made me want to find out more about geology. Thank you.
The last one is the best one I’ve ever seen of all the cutting videos I’ve watched so far. 🥰. The one with the nose also had eyes inside. 😁 I just received my first batch of Malawi agates. Can’t wait cut them. Your video was very helpful. Thank you Taylor.
An educated guess is always good. You had some great agates there and the polish was great. Cut, cut, cut! 😊 thanks for sharing. 😷⚒
The one at 7:20 "the face" the one on the left looks like a cartoon character laughing 😂 but seriously they were so stunning! Loving the colors and unique patterns! The last one was PSYCHEDELIC!
Thanks for making this video, it was very helpful with understanding cut placement. Your collection of Malawi agate is beautiful and the last agate today is an amazing addition. So beautiful.
Sweet cuts beautiful and educational, thank you so much!
wonderful specimens
That last one is simply amazing!! 🤩
Since I just found you(thanks to a UA-camr mentioning you), I didn’t know you had an Etsy store. I’m so happy cause I love getting new pieces to add to my collection. Yay!🥳
I like the fifth one, the dark one with the orange band and depth combo that really shows the crystals inside so well. How stunning that looks. All of them are so stunning -- I don't see how you can choose just one favorite
You must have quite a collection by now. I would too. I had better not start.
I don't know how I missed this one, wow, beautiful specimens! It's hard to part with them. Thanks for sharing your thought process on rock cutting.
It would be awesome to see a video of how you do the whole polishing process. Your polishes are insane!
All the ones w/naturalness in them are my faves!!
I'm still at the first one and my brain wants you to cut through the window just to see what would happen.
They look so cool
Sooo cool 😎
Just finished my Geology class, I'm praying for a 95 or above so I can maintain my 4.0, but this class was challenging! You would adore the class I just took!
That three window one is my favorite!! but they all are beautiful thank you Get dad
Perfect timing on this video. I have four Lake Superior agates I've been contemplating where to cut.
Awesome!
very pretty
Thanks a tonne! I really wanted to know how to decide where to cut! ❤
They are all beautiful. So relaxing to follow you videos. Thank you.
Glad you enjoy them!
Other then lake superior agates, Malawi is definitely my 2nd favorite! They are all so beautiful! Especially after that great shine you put on them! 😊
Sweet video!
I had a question-do you know of any alternatives other than polishing agates? I have a bucket full that I’ve accumulated over multiple years, and I don’t really want to just throw them in a rock tumbler, if you know what I mean-not to mention mine’s broken as of now-😅
I read mineral oil is an option, but it might take away the color from the bands, so I’m not sure what to use at this point-vegetable glycerin? Bleach?
Absolutely love the agates @AgateDad! ❤I fully agree about the beauty and wonder of rocks. stones and minerals etc.
The last one is the best that’s a beauty
good review❤
Love that thin white band around the entire outside edge, on #2
I have learned so much from your videos. Thank you!
How beautiful is that last agate you cut today!!!! ❤❤❤❤
That last one you cut looks like the twin of one of mine!!! So cool!
Great video! I couldn't help but notice how clear your close-up shots are! I'm in the process of learning lapidary and have been putting together some videos of my learning curve but I can't seem to figure out the close-up shots. I'm mostly using a cell phone for now because I'm not sure which camera to go with. Do you mind sharing a trade secret? Either way, thanks for putting out these great videos!
It did look like a face 6:30
Just keep both halves! You really should!
I did :)
@@AgateDad yay!!! Good! You work hard for us to be able to enjoy seeing these beautiful earthly specimens with you. You deserve it! 😁
OMG, that “snooter” agate is amazing! ❤ They actually all were. Just finished watching. 😂
I agree the last one fabulous!!!
I’m not a rock person, but I love watching you reveal what’s inside. I was wondering where all these cut rocks end up? What do you use them for? Also it would be cool to see how you polish them.
That was a great cutting session!
I like the white band around the outside
I love your comments, they are unscripted and from the heart!
Wow so beautiful sharing 😊
Pastel one is so unique. Like this one the best
Love your thought progress on placement of cuts and polishing 😁
I personally think you do an awesome job explaining things for those of us that are new to this. I do have a question was wondering if you've ever just polished the windows and not done any cuts or if you just leave it natural? Thanks again for a another great session 😊
Gorgeous agates!🤩 Thanks for sharing! 😊
Those african agats I love, they are so so beutiful. Thank`s for showing. Ps. That last one, I had polished the backside of the one half with the nice pattern on and kept that half!!