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Drilling Holes in rocks that have been tumbled
Hello all, My daughter just started tumbling rocks, she would like to make
some necklaces and earrings, so what do you use to drill holes in the stone? Thanks Bill |
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On Thu, 09 Dec 2004 05:55:48 GMT, "Bill Becker"
wrote: Hello all, My daughter just started tumbling rocks, she would like to make some necklaces and earrings, so what do you use to drill holes in the stone? Thanks Bill so what do you use to drill holes in the stone? Unless the rocks are very soft, you don't. Pieces the size of tumbled rocks are drilled using a diamond drill in a drill press with a lot of water for lubricant. That's an expensive setup and it takes some practice to use properly. Better to mount them using clear epoxy on bell caps or other findings purchased from a jewelery supply store. Best of all, get a book on wire wrapping and make your own wire wrapped mounts. Do a Google search on "wire wrapping" and you'll find plenty of pictures and instructions. --RC Projects expand to fill the clamps available -- plus 20 percent |
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On Thu, 09 Dec 2004 05:55:48 GMT, "Bill Becker"
wrote: Hello all, My daughter just started tumbling rocks, she would like to make some necklaces and earrings, so what do you use to drill holes in the stone? Thanks Bill Diamond-point drills are available; most need a set-up where the cutting point is kept well lubricted with water or mineral oil. In many areas, there are local rock and/or lapidary clubs that have the needful equipment available for use by members, and many of these clubs offer junior memberships thatmight suit your daughter. HTH Blessed be, for sure... |
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Bill Becker wrote:
Hello all, My daughter just started tumbling rocks, she would like to make some necklaces and earrings, so what do you use to drill holes in the stone? Thanks Bill I use a diamond dental bur in a dremel tool. Perform the process under water to keep things cool. Consider the depth of the bur shank and learn to drill from both sides. Do not use diamond drill bits (twist drills) as they will break readily. Of course eye protection is paramount. This is an easy process but as with anything some skill must be acquired. |
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Thanks, great idea, just finished checking on it and for 10.00 dollars a
year my 10 year old gets rocks and the use of all the lapidary clubs equipment, plus some really cool people will help her get started. Thanks all Bill "Jim" wrote in message ... On Thu, 09 Dec 2004 05:55:48 GMT, "Bill Becker" wrote: Hello all, My daughter just started tumbling rocks, she would like to make some necklaces and earrings, so what do you use to drill holes in the stone? Thanks Bill Diamond-point drills are available; most need a set-up where the cutting point is kept well lubricted with water or mineral oil. In many areas, there are local rock and/or lapidary clubs that have the needful equipment available for use by members, and many of these clubs offer junior memberships thatmight suit your daughter. HTH Blessed be, for sure... |
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On Sat, 11 Dec 2004 05:11:25 GMT, "Bill Becker"
wrote: Thanks, great idea, just finished checking on it and for 10.00 dollars a year my 10 year old gets rocks and the use of all the lapidary clubs equipment, plus some really cool people will help her get started. Thanks all Bill That's a good deal. Even better would be for you (or the significant other) to also join the club - pleasure shared are better! Blessed be, for sure... |
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Here is an excellent place to learn a lot more!
http://andy321.proboards16.com/index...num=1101001744 Harry |
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