rocktumblre Another kids entry level tumbler, this time from Elenco. This is a space age looking gadget the kids will love, it is quite large in terms of its base footprint size – but also the barrel is a bit bigger than other entry level machines. It is mains powered and has the universally unique feature … Read more
The Smithsonian tumbler represents another child orientated polisher or one which could be ideal if you want to just dip your toe in the water to see what rock tumbling is all about. Fairly small and compact in dimensions it is easy to locate and easy to add and remove the barrel when required. Various … Read more
What we like Sound proof Barrel has a sufficient capacity of three pounds. 120 volts non-stop supply Lifelong validity Two year warranty Very simple and comprehensive guide. Leak-proof. Tough rubber construction. Light weight- 8 pounds. What we don’t like Sensitive to sunlight. Sensitive to cold temperatures. Works perfectly fine only in room temperatures. Full exposure … Read more
Pros: There are some clear positives about this rock tumbler that makes it an in-demand product in the market. What are those? Here it is. Easy to carry and simple to use. The kit makes working effortless. Just pull it out of the box and start working. Low noise when compared to others. Polishes almost … Read more
Pros The rock tumbler is double barreled that means you do twice the work in one go; polishing and grinding. The metallic body is tough and proves to be durable. Being a small machine drops are common, the metal body protects the machine from damages. The strong motor lasts long and doesn’t interrupt the grinding … Read more
Taking Good Care of Your Rock Tumbler and Associated Equipment. We’ve learned a lot over the last 20 years when it comes to looking after a rock tumbler to help it last longer. Here are a few pointers to help you keep an eye on things as batches progress and new ones begin, this will … Read more
Rock Tumbler is an essential tool for those who love crafting their own designs using a variety of stones. Yes, you can actually convert an ordinary Rock to a stunning and shiny Gemstone using a Rock Tumbler tool. It is a small machine that lets you convert raw stones to expensive-looking gemstones. There are numerous … Read more
Pros Made from high-grade steel materials, comes with a great build quality The product is durable enough to last for years Comes with two separate pans Comes with a full kit which includes media sifter and tumbling media Features rubber lining which reduces noise Offers better results with high performance Built-in timer with automatic shut … Read more
This initial step is all about getting ready to tumble rocks. As with any relatively complex hobby, it takes time to set up and ensure you have the correct environment and rock tumbling equipment prepared before you begin to actually polish the stones. Decide where you are going to locate the rock tumbler. You should … Read more
This (step 3) assumes that you have completed step 1 and 2 and have a batch of completely scrubbed clean rocks ready to enter the final polish stage. Our suggestion is that for a final polish, a barrel which is dedicated to polishing at step 3 should always be used. However if funds are tight … Read more