5 Ways to Split a Geode

Trying out various methods to split open a geode. If you've watched my videos, you'll know that I enjoy using a stone splitter. Decided to also try a sledgehammer, tile cutter, stone/concrete cutter, and a soil pipe cutter. Which one do you prefer? Let me know in the comments!
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[@heathbarnett3451]

Like to see someone passionate about something so natural and simple. Very cool and interesting.

[@ivyrose779]

Thanks for showing all the different methods! You got some good ones!

[@tiffanynewbold1156]

This was awesome, thanks so much! I love the way you came to the camera when you opened them so we could experience it with you!

[@johnhixon4479]

Really enjoyed seeing the different ways you can split geodes. Thanks!

[@RockHunterMark]

I’ll be trying come up with more in the future

[@MarlainaAtkins]

Ok...i have to admit, the concrete saw looks so fun I'd be drawn to that one every time haha! I'm used to seeing the chain being used...works rather well but I've never seen one go shooting the geode like that lol😲 Thanks for sharing all the methods tho. Good times🐾

[@RockHunterMark]

After thinking about it, maybe the geode shot out because it was solid and a hollow one wouldn’t have. It did produce a nice break. Thanks for watching! 😀

[@MarlainaAtkins]

@@RockHunterMark I think you're right😄🐾

[@rockhoundhunter9657]

I'm in Indiana. Tons of geodes around here to .... I have cut mine into half inch pucks and inlay them in countertops or table tops . Turns out amazing. Thanks for sharing... I use the demo saw method myself

[@RockHunterMark]

That sounds really creative! I’m going to have to do more of mine with that saw in the future.

[@ForwardNewsToday]

Where shouts in Indiana are you from?

[@ForwardNewsToday]

I’m from Kentucky

[@RockHunterMark]

I’m from Missouri

[@salazarbeedo1718]

I always seen those pipe splitters at gem and fossil shows never knew what they were called thanks!!! now I know what to go looking fore.

[@RockHunterMark]

My wife found it on line.

[@megs8654]

nice to see how much ways i can use to open up geodes. thanks for showing us, enjoyed video.

[@RockHunterMark]

Thanks Alex, I appreciate your comments. Rock on

[@desireeforget3717]

I find you to be incredibly endearing. Fun video and great info! Thanks Mark!

[@RockHunterMark]

Thanks that’s very kind

[@jimmccrady7555]

Im just now getting into this hobby, thanks for showing different methods on how to get inside these beauties safely..😎👍🏻

[@tagteamrecoveries]

Very interesting ! Tough job opening some of those up. Enjoyed it, Thanks for sharing too :) Stay safe & ATB

[@RockHunterMark]

Thanks for watching. Appreciate your comment. It was a fun video to make.

[@RevengeAvenger]

As a fellow with Shakey hands. I'll tell you we are a *blast* when it comes to shotgunning beers.

[@joemurray8902]

Nice Mark! Yah, the sledge is my favourite too. You should be wearing a mask when using the saw, don't want to get that dust in your lungs. Thanks for sharing.

[@RockHunterMark]

Thanks Joe , happy geode popping to you.

[@LindsAyWithAttitude]

I have been looking for a video just like this, without much luck. I didnt find this one until days later, it was just in my recommendations!! I love everything about this video!! Thank you!!!

[@RockHunterMark]

Thanks, that’s very kind of you to say.

[@4integrity]

Wow! exciting and fun! Thank you. So many choices :-)

[@happyhillsfarm8567]

I’m in ky and have found a million geodes on our property. Found one last week the size of a volleyball and was wondering how to cut it in half since I’m not a fan of just breaking them. Will have to give the concrete saw a try for it.

[@JohnJames.]

What was inside

[@danitajminer3279]

Loved the video.

[@darrenford4957]

Wow, great video

[@upnorthadventureswithccc]

That was amazing to watch. They all work great ! Enjoyed watching ! Thanks for sharing 😊

[@dianeriley9032]

Cool!

[@kickapootrackers7255]

Sweet vid Mark, thanks buddy. Some kentucky beauties for sure. Ttys bro, take care.

[@RockHunterMark]

Thanks for watching. Peace out friend ✌🏻

[@greeneyes7love]

Very cool, thank you!

[@RockHunterMark]

My pleasure

[@gloriamooney1754]

Very interesting to watch the different ways to split geodes! Enloyed the video!

[@RockHunterMark]

Thanks, Gloria!

[@sensei2462]

Thanjs a lot! Very interesting video!

[@morockin3564]

Very informative video Mark. Glad that pipe cutter one didn't get you! Good luck out there

[@RockHunterMark]

Thanks, had fun making this video! Appreciate the comment.

[@arvinamungur8968]

Thank you 🙏

[@christopherkuhlers3147]

Great video!

[@RockHunterMark]

Thanks Chris

[@jefftrag1956]

Where you been buddy? Even in lock down you can go to the rivers in the woods near your house. Live dangerously!! Hahaha

[@RockHunterMark]

Very true! I’ve been out hunting but haven’t had anything to share. I’ll keep at it. Thanks for watching, Jeff.

[@Enigma42310]

Oh my God. The 5 most over the top ways to break a geode I've ever seen haha. This was super entertaining, my 8 year old son and I watched the whole thing. Um, needless to say these are probably not the safest methods?

[@davemuse419]

Oh crap Mark that stone exploded. Glad you moved your hand.

[@RockHunterMark]

You’re right about that! It was funny at the time but looking back it was more dangerous than I thought.

[@Rhianna74]

Proper respiratory gear and water is what you should be using during your cutting. ❤😅

[@jinglebell61]

I use a hammer and mason chisel, tap around making a score line until it pops open.

[@RockHunterMark]

That’s a great way. Takes patience.

[@topher6_9]

Let’s get our crack on!

[@jenniferhenry7897]

I like the little Axe saw iwill frighting 4 the big one that stone dont pretty to me .

[@coyotearrowheadhunting3083]

Very good friend. For the ease that I have a short tile. But I would like to know how to identify those rocks and in which places. Thank you and blessings.

[@RockHunterMark]

It’s not easy unless in certain areas. We have some good spots in northern Missouri and Im going to make a video getting some soon!

[@onthehunt9502]

very interesting... good to know a few extra ways besides letting my grandson's crack them open with a sledgehammer !! What do you do with them once they are opened up ? I liked the shellac idea for displaying a few really nice ones.

[@RockHunterMark]

I have a lot of them in my landscape. I give them a away to family and friends mostly. I haven’t done a shellac yet. Maybe one day!

[@EnezReyiz]

Thank you for sharing this. Do all methods work with agates?

[@RockHunterMark]

I would be able to cut the agates, but I wouldn’t try to split or hammer them. If I cut them then I would have to polish them. Hillbilly way of polishing them would be to spray them with clear shiny lacquer.

[@ForwardNewsToday]

Where about in Kentucky did you find these? I’m from owensboro

[@RockHunterMark]

About a hour south of Lexington

[@davemuse419]

Awesome mark! Looks a little dangerous for me. Take care

[@jakeheddens8776]

With the chain device/soil pipe cutter, can you split and size stone?

[@RockHunterMark]

I can split up to about a six inch geode

[@perkinscurry8665]

If I had any of these tools (other than sledgehammer) I wouldn't need a video to show me how to do this.

[@jenniferhenry7897]

Thank u 4 ur information but i don"t like that one .

[@davidcorbit3931]

Let's get our Crack on.... I love it buddy

[@browntree65]

It hit him in the leg . Didn't even touch his had .

[@3554ELM]

Check your right hand tremor ok?

[@RockHunterMark]

Hi! I do have Parkinson’s but it doesn’t stop me from doing what I love!

[@alainacraven2502]

I randomly was cruising around looking at various methods to break open geodes and saw the tremors. I kept watching to make sure I wasn't crazy. Parkinsons tremors are unmistakable. I'm glad you refuse to let it keep you from your happy.

[@RockHunterMark]

Thanks, I just don’t think about it being a problem. Besides I am great at petting dogs and playing the tambourine.

[@duaneroberts5921]

dude, every single example you showed us was done unsafe. I will pray for all your fingers, hands and eyes!

[@RockHunterMark]

Thanks for the prayers