After four years of watching your videos every week, this is hands down my favorite gem of all time. I’m so glad you went for the high dome over the larger stone- well done!

@blackopaldirect

2 жыл бұрын

Yay thank you. I’m so glad you think so

@metaldetectingmilosstrela8610

2 жыл бұрын

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@Chris_Harris

Жыл бұрын

For those of you just hearing my words now, ask yourself why he's using the effing 180grit wheel if he needs to be careful with the top of the stone? He's literally touching the stone to the wheel and it's taking 1 millimetre of stone off with every touch because the wheel he's on is too damn rough! Saw tons of potch/sand and got lazy on at least the first 4 minutes of this one, Justin. When you saw how touch and go the stone was, you should have backed off to a finer stone. I'm literally sitting here, clenching my jaw every time you touch the stone to the wheel because 5% of whatever stone was left is laying in the form of watery Stone Sludge on top of your fingers...just from each tiny little touch.

@nemiarucker

4 ай бұрын

@Chris_Harris He's confident to use the 180-grit wheel because he's been doing this long enough to know exactly how much will be removed - and, exactly how much needs to be removed. He's a real pro. But I do understand the concern. It makes me a little nervous, too. 😊

Here's me - on disability benefits and the value of the gem is more than I get in a year - thinking: That is so cheap! Had you told me it was worth 18 Grand I'd have probably still thought it was cheap. I agree with a previous poster: This is my favourite stone yet, the value doesn't do the beauty justice. Thank you so much for sharing, truly magnificent!

@metaldetectingmilosstrela8610

2 жыл бұрын

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Watched your Dad do a rare cut only twice in your life and then executed the main facets in only 1:21 minutes (unless edited). Masterly is an understatement!

That cushion cut might be the most beautiful thing I ever seen. Your experience really shows, amazing. Whoever gets that one in a ring is a lucky person!

@blackopaldirect

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@metaldetectingmilosstrela8610

2 жыл бұрын

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That is one stunning stone, I love the way the light dances around when you turn it, fantastic call with that cut Justin.

@blackopaldirect

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@metaldetectingmilosstrela8610

2 жыл бұрын

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What a stunning gem! I could see the criss-cross pattern emerging before you said anything, and it was just amazing seeing it emerge. Beautiful!

@blackopaldirect

2 жыл бұрын

Pretty cool hah

@juliegarrett8389

2 жыл бұрын

@@blackopaldirect Very cool!

I cannot lie, it did hurt a little to cut thru the big stone! But HOLY GEEZ!!! That pyramid cut is GENIUS!!! Worth EVERY penny!!! 💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙

@blackopaldirect

2 жыл бұрын

lol thank you

@metaldetectingmilosstrela8610

2 жыл бұрын

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Such a mysterious, azure orb! Pure perfection!

That gleam when you start on the 600 nova was unbelievable, as you progress to finer grits, my God I'm speechless. I never thought there's a cut other than high dome oval that can show an opal's beauty like that! truly a work from a master 😍

@metaldetectingmilosstrela8610

2 жыл бұрын

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Wow I am an Opal cutter .. I don't think I would have the guts to slice a piece like this in half the way you did! Wow I would have liked the stone in one piece but .. respect for the vision you've had and going through with your gut feeling :)

@feelinghealingfrequences7179

2 жыл бұрын

if u kept it one piece what shape would u have cut it?

I think this is one of the most beautiful gems I've ever seen you cut, even though it's not a black opal. The shape of the stone and the color is amazing. I'll be honest Sir, if I had discovered you back in my youth I think my life would have taken an entirely different turn. I came very close to being a gemologist, but watching you at work is nothing short of a miracle.

Absolutely gorgeous cut, love how much you were able to save considering there was so much unexpected sand. Well done Justin!

@blackopaldirect

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Cory

@ThatOpalGuy

2 жыл бұрын

In in no way good enough to get a perfect stone out of something like this, but even i would have cut this one in half.

@ShannonMcCraryH

2 жыл бұрын

@@blackopaldirect I had a question. I never intended to make money or jewelry out of opals I just love the stones. Do you sell any of the unusable cuttings? I would love to just make some rubs with them to just enjoy the stones themselves.

The depth that stone showed after polish was amazing

@metaldetectingmilosstrela8610

2 жыл бұрын

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justin its amazing that you can do all this magnificent cuts, but stays mostly with ovals, this is a beautiful stone and a brilliant cut that show the best of it, keep the hard work we appriciat it ❤💪

This opal is one of the most beautiful ones that I've ever seen! What a beauty!

@metaldetectingmilosstrela8610

2 жыл бұрын

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Justin, keep pushing through on the studio setup. You'll get there, and we aren't going anywhere! There's a lot involved with making a system "just" work.

Your father would be so proud of you! Going out side the box! Absolutely magnificent!

@blackopaldirect

2 жыл бұрын

Sniff sniff 😢 ❤️😊

Anabsolutely stunning gem. You are the opal king and I think it’s about time someone puts together a Netflix special starring you and your incredible new shop. To teach the world the incredible and amazing world of opals in Australia. Just beautiful! Thank you so much for sharing your talent and your time and one of mother nature’s most beautiful products. Be well.

Hi Justin. Truly spectacular nobby tat was. You made me very nervous when you decided to cut this large stone. I am always surprised that the price is not massively multiplied by the size of the stone. Obviously bigger pieces are much more rare so the price should grow expenantionally. Anyway you are the MC and I really like the end resoult. Lovelly cut. Excellent video. Take care mate.

Loved the skill and foresight in seeing that beautiful gem appear bit by bit from the original nobby.

@blackopaldirect

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you George

What a most unusual and beautiful cut. The stone is gorgeous. You have outdone yourself this time. It was a gamble, but you made it work. Thanks for sharing your time, thinking and talent with us. Be happy, safe and stay healthy 😷⚒

@metaldetectingmilosstrela8610

2 жыл бұрын

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I am genuinely curious about the impact your videos have had on the opal market. I never thought of opal as anything more than a second tier gemstone before stumbling on one of your videos. You really are contributing something important with what you are sharing!

@pdcob

2 жыл бұрын

One it your best video's, by the way! I am partial to the live video's, but this was fantastic!

I love watching you find a beautiful stone in a hunk of rock. Michelangelo was asked about the statue, David. He said, David was hiding in the block of granite. So while I’m carving the granite, I just remove the stone, and leave David alone. Brilliant

The new blackened background as you cut makes the color and gleam just jump out like never before. The entire video was spectacular today. Certainly will go up as one of our all-time favorites. Well done, Justin!

This was such a great idea to cut a cushion cut. It turned out amazing and yes could see the four sides to it. I could hear you over the machine. Thank you Justin

@blackopaldirect

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Tony

@metaldetectingmilosstrela8610

2 жыл бұрын

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You should do more of these types of cuts the way you made it look is like no other cutter and it will get some high end customers too

I so enjoy your videos! I’m an 80 year-old woman who has never had any experience with opal cutting. I consider watching you working at the wheel a form of “active meditation.” I’ve always been an avid learner; I’ve learned so much from this particular activity. I enjoy the experience and relate to you, becoming a part of an incredibly challenging art form. Thank you! You’re a wonderful, kind person, someone anyone would enjoy having a connection with! Be aware of my silent presence and that of all those who simple observe without you even knowing who we are! ❤️

Amazing, that green looks almost radioactive the way it's glowing.Awesome cut!!!

@blackopaldirect

2 жыл бұрын

Yah pretty cool huh

Even though you hold your breath watching justing working on the opal it is rewarding mentally.

Beautiful piece of art Justin! Thank you for taking the time to share the process of going from rough stone to absolutely fabulous gem!

WOW! This has to be one of the most amazing gems I’ve seen here. I love the unique cut and the hight of the dome is astounding.

💚💙💚💙 This has got to be, hands down, my absolute favorite opal I have watched you cut!! It’s beautiful!!💙💚💙💚

Absolutely gorgeous gem! The cushion cut was absolutely stunning!

I love such a high dome and the pyramid shape. It gives you so much more color to enjoy than a typical oval, and from so many angles. Absolutely magnificent!

WOW! Words cannot describe the beauty. Looking forward to the gem out of the little bit also. Great call on the cushion cut.

@blackopaldirect

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

That is one beautifully cut gem. I love watching you being them to life

That faceted cut was a great idea for this stone - it exposed a truly one of a kind pattern.

I’m not feeling very well and these videos are really cheering me up. You are so calm and competent.

That one turned out beautiful! Someone is going to get a really beautiful gem.

Absolutely outstanding gem there Justin. You are a Master indeed!

It is simple and stunning. I love the way it reflects, like the way it was made in the witches hat shape. You bought out the best in this stone.

@blackopaldirect

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

You made me cry at the beauty of it Justin, it took my breath away. Green blue crystals are my favorite but this one, the cut the colour the beauty of it is amazing, and I don’t think anything will surpass it. You too, are amazing. Nov/23.

Wow! What a beautiful stone! Took my breath away!

I see now why these are your favorite colors...best cut I have seen you make it really was a great choice.

I love your videos, I've recently rediscovered gemstones, and I can't wait to get an opal from you.

I love a cushion cut in any stone. That opal is absolutely stunning . I have never seen an opal cushion cut before. Gorgeous 😍

Mesmerizing!! Absolutely beautiful.

What a wonderful idea to cut the gem like this! Such a great colour pattern revealed itself - striking!

It's always lovely to watch these. I still work on opals and other stones manually, it takes hour upon hours but is a great way to pass the time, however seeing colour come up like this is just something else. Keep up the great work

@blackopaldirect

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@metaldetectingmilosstrela8610

2 жыл бұрын

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I don’t subscribe to many channels outside my pastime, but every time one of your vids pops up I’ll watch it. Watching you work the rough to the smooth is so relaxing, keep up the good work Justin, kind regards from the UK 🇬🇧🇬🇧

That is amazing!!! Excellent job Justin... Bravo 👏👏👏

Amazing how the cushion cut just steps out proudly out and says, "I've been waiting for you for thousands of years. Finally!" So, how was the Tucson Show, Justin? I hope you made some great contacts and sold a lot of your beautiful opals.

@blackopaldirect

2 жыл бұрын

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I love the blue and green gems the best and this one was stunning! And your video quality was always good but it’s gotten so much better in the last few years! Really well done, love seeing your videos.

@metaldetectingmilosstrela8610

2 жыл бұрын

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Another epic cut from the master! Just WOW!

Holy moly, wow. Wow. Wow. Wow. What a GORGEOUS STONE. What on earth can compare to magnificence of an opal such as this?! You MAXIMIZED the color play in this with sheer mastery. Ugh!! I love it!

Wow, that cut is amazing. Love it.

Awesome work Justin!

Absolutely brilliant! Gorgeous stone and work.

Justin, I’m hooked watching you cut Opal, another fantastic gem. The depth of the colors , like liquid green blue flames.👍😎

It seems like you've created a star pattern on that gemstone, making it even more fantastic. Loved the video and the result. Thank you!

@metaldetectingmilosstrela8610

2 жыл бұрын

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Gorgeous colors and great craftsmanship!

My goodness that is stunning! I like that cut.

That stone is beautiful! Great work!

Gorgeous stone. Congratulations, Justin, and thank you.

@blackopaldirect

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

That GEM is so AWESOME as YOU are ! LOVE WATCHING THE WORK YOU DO. THANK YOU

@blackopaldirect

2 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you!

Wow Justin, you sure made the right call regarding a Cushion Cut; that's more than likely a 1 in 10,000+ chance of opportunity. Very rare indeed, plus you still have a smaller stone to work with; one of the best win/win(s) I've ever seen. Absolutely incredible!

Incredible! This is one of the most astounding opals I've ever seen. That cut is perfect. You've outdone yourself, Justin :D

@metaldetectingmilosstrela8610

2 жыл бұрын

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That was the most beautiful cushion cut i've ever seen!

Truly magnificent gem and the idea to go with that cut you are a true master brilliant job

Justin, that is fabulous, magnificent, wonderful, and all because of you, well done.

So love watching you work. This is so cool and different! Amazing of course, and such beautiful color!

Absolutely gorgeous! This is my favorite!

That turned out to be one of my favorites cuts you have done. I'd like to see you cut more like that if it's worth it to you. The sides really played off each other beautifully. I would love to see a cut like that with a black opal with red,orange,yellow in it.

Thank you for the beautiful journey!

Remarkable work, thanks, and remarkable stone! Beautiful!!!

Wow beautiful to see you get a beautiful stone out of something that looks nothing like the finished product. Great work loved it

Beautiful music to revealing this gorgeous gem. What a journey 😀

Love the cut on this one!! Super job!!

I know it it is a TON of more work in post but I like the combo of the "play by play" commentary given live during the cutting and with the addition of your comments during editing. You do a great job and is nice to have a bit of variety in the format. Also like the livestreams. Beautiful cut once again. Cheers mate.

That is the most beautiful piece of work I have seen on your channel. You are an amazing storyteller as well as an excellent craftsman. thank you for your videos.

I have been away for a while, this was the perfect stone to get me hooked again. Now its time to go back through your timeline.

@blackopaldirect

2 жыл бұрын

Welcome back!

This was absolutely magnificent. Well done mate.

What a lovely gem. Thanks for sharing, Justin.

@blackopaldirect

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

So beautiful, you're an artist!

Stunning colors these opals have. Nice 👍🏽

Awesome job...I've watched so many of your videos I saw that exact same cut about 45 seconds before you said it in the video. And I knew you would want the patterns to match for a perfect look.👍I need to find some rough nobbies like that

Nice gem, and seeing a new style of cut was great. Great job, fun video.

Great work Justin!! Simply amazing. I like seeing the nontraditional cuts on opal. Hope you and your family have great day.

@blackopaldirect

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! You too!

absolutely beautiful stone my friend. also congratulations on the shop upgrades!

Wow I love the cut. It is an absolutely beautiful gem.

Your talent and skill never ceases to amaze me. This stone is one of the most beautiful I have seen. Thank you for sharing, I would never get to see these beauties without you.

@blackopaldirect

2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome

Very happy for you my friend! That's a Beauty!!!!

@blackopaldirect

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Michael

Love the sugarloaf cut Justin. Beautiful stone, well done.

Thank you for letting us watch! Gorgeous(!) gem. Diamonds are very pretty, but opals win my vote for most beautiful.

Loved the music and vibe in this video! Also, well done on the gem. It turned out phenomenal.

Absolutely stunning! The other piece will bear out a nice finished product too.

That is absolutely gorgeous

Gorgeous stone, brilliantly cut. You Justin, are the best. Thank you for all the beauty you add to the world.. AND the humor. I love watching!

@blackopaldirect

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Susan for watching

Spectacular! thanks Justin and Co for the show and greetings from Granby, Co!

@blackopaldirect

2 жыл бұрын

You are welcome

Beautiful stone just love the cut & colour 😍😍