Cutting Rocks with a Economical Tile Saw A How To

[@samborgensjr6456]

It was so nice knowing y'all today!

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Hi Sam, it was pure pleasure 😊 😀 ☺ thanks Sam & Sam!

[@samborgensjr6456]

@@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969 Once again!

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

@@samborgensjr6456 awesomeness

[@samborgensjr6456]

@@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969 I love that word!

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Me too!

[@BoogiesMaMoo]

Love this video, can't wait to watch more!! I actually stole my son's tile saw because he hopes to never lay tile again, so I got a freebee!!! Thank You! 😝

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Connie, that is great!! Love the price!! Make sure you get a fairly good diamond blade, there are some reasonably priced ones out there! And thank you for watching!!

[@maryloublevins8192]

Oh I'm so excited... Counting down

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Marylou, you are the best!

[@maryloublevins8192]

@@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969 I love you guys. Hope you are doing great. I truly deep down love learning and watching all your videos

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

@@maryloublevins8192 💘 right back to you

[@ermagerd101]

Nice work guys! Working that tile saw backwards is pure genius. Loving the videos, keep'em coming!

[@seajayballard2113]

Trader, thank you!! The genius behind that move is pure Denny! So glad you love the videos, because we love making them!

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Hi Trader, thank you for kudos! If you end up turning your saw backwards, try using a shield 🛡 on the front side with a few clamps like in the video 📹 it really cuts down on the mess too. Thanks again

[@bdr1968]

I alway enjoy your videos and beautiful finds

[@betrayalbegetsblood]

My girlfriend and I are starting down this rabbit hole... we collect hobbies! We will frequent your channel.

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Well, thank you!! Also be warned, it can become a DEEP rabbit hole rather quickly! We will try to get some new content very soon! Thank you for watching!!

[@KELLYCHILDERS-wh1lu]

Awesome.. thank y'all for explaining. Very detailed for old gal (me)can easily understand

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Thanks for taking the time to share with us

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

If you have any questions in the future, please feel free to email us @ the address in the description below the video!

[@sylmen1111]

Awe watching u two enjoying this beautiful hobby is so wholesome, I enjoyed every bit 💖🙏💯

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Blessings to you 🙏 ✨️ and thank you 😊

[@dwaynelovejoy6982]

Darn it! I'm at work!

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Bummer Dwayne you can watch it later. Hey your one of the people that originally inspired us to make this video 📹

[@1973repass]

Hi guys!!! I love your videos. We live on the Oregon coast. We were planning our first trip to southern Oregon this summer and found ya All here on utube. I saw your video on HWY 380 i believe outside of prineville Oregon just off the side of the road. Well we took the same path had a wonderful time. anyways just wanted to say hello. We went three times thia summer and cant wait to go again. We have some good spots here but nice to get away . first time for me leaving the coast.. thank you!! you guys are great..

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Awww, thank you & thank you for watching our content!! We are so glad we could show you a spot where you were able to have lots of fun & lots of cool rocks! Hopefully soon, we will be able to get out again & get some new places & new content up!

[@swiftyoverfifty]

I live on the Oregon coast also! Love working with rocks!

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

@@swiftyoverfifty, you are one of the lucky ones! I would love to live on the Oregon coast!!

[@raywalsh9140]

Very nice video 👍 Do you have any videos of cabbing.?

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Thanks Ray! Coming up in our next couple of videos we'll both cab and polish our favorite on the Hi Tech 6" slant cabber Do you have a favorite out of them?

[@raywalsh9140]

@@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969 I like your cabbing machine. I'm just starting out, do you have any advice on an inexpensive alternative.

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

@@raywalsh9140 you bet Ray, an inexpensive angle grinder (think harbor freight) and a decent set of diamond hook and loop pads (Amazon 60 - 10000 grit) If your a handy guy with tools, then a DIY flat lap machine (check KZbin) for some good videos 📹 on the subject. Or if you just want to use your saw for a little shaping of your treasures then put them into a tumbler, you could start out with an inexpensive dual 3lb tumbler from HF.

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

You bet Ray, we have a whole series on cabbing. Here's the most recent video 📹 Rockhounding Secrets - Polishing an Amethyst Sage Agate with Dendrites kzbin.info/www/bejne/hnXNe4elm7CgiZo

[@seajayballard2113]

@@raywalsh9140 , here is also another video that is showing another inexpensive alternative: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n2LRlaqIh7d-mMU

[@khalidabulhosn5531]

You two are amazing! Love your passion

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Your so kind, thank 😊 🙏 You

[@khalidabulhosn5531]

@@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969 my pleasure. I need your advice. I’m new to the rockhounding hobby and I’ve gotten my kids interested as well, but, we have no idea where to go. We live in Everett, snohomish county. Any places you could recommend to find agates and other good stones to cut and polish?

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

@@khalidabulhosn5531 Awesome getting to share your hobby with your kids. Your in luck you live in a rock rich state! There are so many places in Washington. Check these videos out that we did all in Washington state. Also if your on Facebook get involved with some of the NW groups and you'll find dozens of local places to hound. Rockhound - A 2 day adventure in Washington state kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4qUiGd6lsp4opo Rockhound Agates Underwater kzbin.info/www/bejne/pJ24Y4ljd9yFbbM Rockhounding Washington finding Agates and Rocks in the Green River kzbin.info/www/bejne/oJvJdX19aZxle6c

[@danielbruce2584]

Another great vid...stay happy yall

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Hi Daniel 👋 thank you 😊 ☺

[@danielbruce2584]

@@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969 You guys remind me of my wife and myself...we are in our early 50s and very much in love...laughter is the secret, but you guys already know that. Keep up the rock hunting ...I am learning a ton...pure novice here.

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

LOL SeaJay is the magic to our laughter, she is amazing. I tend to run on the more serious side like: "We got to get this video done"...Then she reminds me why we're doing this and we both laugh...LOL 😆 🤣 😂 😹 😆 🤣

[@danielbruce2584]

@@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969 Once these hurricanes slow down I will get to the creek myself...raining hard here in alabama now...I will see if I can find some pretty stuff to send you.

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

@@danielbruce2584 Wow are y'all are right in the path of that hurricane? 🌀. Well we know the winds are heading right up your state. Yikes well we both hope y'all stay safe! Nice thing about storms is they stir up all kinds of mother earth 🌎 including cool agates and rocks. As soon as it dies down maybe you'll find some scores. Alabama has an abundance of different kinds of rock treasures, Google it and you'll see for yourself. Stay safe

[@shastastan1935]

Great demo and ideas, too. I bought a skil 7" tile saw on Amazon for $100. I've only used it once--from the front. My bad! I bought a blade from Amazon that has good reviews but have not tried it yet. Your saw looks real smooth compared to mine, but I'll keep trying. Thanks for sharing.

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Shasta, we buy diamond blades from Home Depot, either Rigid or Skil. The main thing is to make sure they are diamond blades. We got our tile saw from Goodwill for $25 & have used it tons in about 3 years. The main secret to a smooth cut is allowing the saw to do the work. If you try to push the rock thru the saw, it will bog down & the rock will either stress fracture or it will chip apart! We are so glad our conten has helped you! Thank you for watching!

[@paleocat6354]

You guys are wild. Love the video. Hello from a rock hunting Nebraska sandhills Malacologist!

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Wow we had to look that one up, very cool! For those that don't know (like us...lol) Malacology[1] is the branch of invertebrate zoology that deals with the study of the Mollusca (mollusks or molluscs), the second-largest phylum of animals in terms of described species[2] after the arthropods. Mollusks include snails and slugs, clams, octopuses and squid, and numerous other kinds, many of which have shells. One division of malacology, conchology, is devoted to the study of mollusk shells. Thank you for sharing with us. We'll definitely check out your channel to learn more

[@paleocat6354]

@@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969 I'll be more active here shortly! My fb group & my studies have kept me busy. Too many unidentified invertebrates and lizards were found this summer by me in my area so I'm far behind!

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Hi Darth Q, 👋 sounds like your keeping quite buzy. Hope your shooting video on your unidentified finds, sounds like interesting 👍 stuff for a video 📹 Be well and nice to hear from you 🙂

[@paleocat6354]

@@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969 just uploaded something from my table. I polished that brown baculite with nothing but wet dry sandpaper

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Cool 😎 🆒️, I'll check it out

[@judym1128]

Thanks once again for the tips. You’ve got some beautiful agates to work with.

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Hi Judy, why thank you so much 💗 😊 💓 💖

[@GDSavingThePast]

Love the passion the two of you have for cool rocks. GD

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Thank you, GD!!

[@sandmaker]

I came back in time to watch you guys. Yous just as good and had lots of great information, but best of all rock licking beauties. Keep being happy!!!!

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Thank you so much! I'll leave rock licking to SeaJay...lol

[@larrybest8691]

I want cut stones to ! They are so awesome !

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

So do it, go cut some. Inexpensive tile saw and a diamond blade and your all set

[@micbyte]

Beautiful Agate...I was gifted a tile saw, wondering about the blade to use diamond? I have a lapidary polishing but not the saw.until now...

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Thank you, we list the type we like for an all-around good blade in the video check it out again. Thank you 😊

[@Jan-wj1vi]

This video is awesome. I have a big Wyoming youngite will this work for it. Cut slices to sell?

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

It depends on the rocks dimensions. We have cut rather lg rocks by cutting one side turning and cutting the other side but there again it depends on the rocks shape. Big round rocks can be more challenging where as flat rocks are a bit easier. Ultimately with a 7" tile saw you only have 3.5" worth of diamond blade exposed. Be very careful big rocks can be squirrelly when your using an undersized saw!

[@angellawson1883]

Great video! May I ask what size blade you are using?

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Thank you for watching! We use a Ridgid 7" diamond wet tile saw blade.

[@angellawson1883]

@@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969 hi! One last question! How big of a rock can you cut?

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

About a 4" rock, sometimes a little bigger if you spin it & work it, but it will leave ridges that will have to be ground off.

[@angellawson1883]

@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969 thank you so much!!!

[@davidirish2941]

Theinformation you share about everything is great. Thank you. 👍🇨🇦

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Your welcome 🙏 and enjoy cutting your own rocks and agates 😀

[@francotaleon8121]

Nice

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Thank you!! So glad you enjoyed our video!

[@paulwatson5380]

Wow! This is exactly what I do before tumbling. I hike to find all my material in Oregon and Washington and then cut on a 10" wet saw and then shape and grind on the 7" tile saw. The one problem I run into is finding decent, lasting diamond blades. Do you have any suggestions for a good brand? Thank you.

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

We've had good luck with the one we suggested in the video 📹. Ridgid continous rim 7". We know there are better out there but performance verses the amount of good cuts seems to be a good balance. We're not Affiliates

[@wilbondcajunrockhound5758]

nice cutting video 6:00 is cool , need to get me a bigger saw

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Thank you I know we do too!

[@paigelee6321]

Awesome my brother just gave me a tile saw , I normally tumble but gonna try cutting some ,always learning ,thank you for sharing 😊💙✌🏻

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Well congratulations Paige Lee! You are in business. It's all in the diamond blade, get a good one and email us if you have any specific questions...You got this... Once you start doing a bit of cutting and then trimming of your rocks and agates before the tumble you'll be hooked and then each tumble you'll start planning out in advance. Start out with easy pleasing shapes and always listen to what the rock 🤘says. We tend to look at whats best on the rock and then cut and trim away whats not. Most of all have fun with it!

[@alanwhite933]

How do rock hounds not have fingers and hands cut off??? Can you use some of those plastic vice grips to hold the rocks?

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Alan, the blades you use to cut rock is more abrasive than sharp. You see, the blade is coated with little bits of diamond on the cutting surface because diamond is the hardest stone on earth. Although, if you put your finger on the cutting surface, it will abrade your skin & "cut" you by its abrasiveness, it won't cut your finger off. There are vises you can buy, but I tend to like to keep a hold of the rock so it cuts in the way I want it to instead of cracking along a natural fault in the rock. You can feel the vibrations change when you're holding the rock. I hope this explanation helps. Happy hounding.

[@RandyRobin]

Thanks for sharing! Really helps!

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Awesomeness Randy, so glad to help!

[@countrymcdonald3021]

I have a ryobi wet tile saw and use a 7in blade at 4.5 amps. And I was hoping to know what diamond blade you would use to cut agates And petrified woods. New to this and only have cut a few rocks off the blade it came with. Which was older and has no identification markers let me know the brand. Even if it were the same to begin with. All I do greatly desired

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Hi and thanks 😊 Our workhorse blade is made by Ridgid you can start here. www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-7-in-Continuous-Diamond-Blade-HD-CT70CP/202882366#overlay There are many different kinds, so don't be afraid to experiment 😉. But the nice thing about this blade is it's reasonably priced, available off the shelf at HD and it does a lot of cutting for under $40 bucks.

[@martinginsburg7222]

Top notch. My worry is I like all 8 fingers and 2 thumbs. Is there any way to attach an adjustable clamp on each rock and increase the distance from saw to hand by holding onto the clamp rather than the rock?

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Hi Martin, honestly diamond blades don't "cut" the rock like you'd use a blade to cut wood. They aggressively slice the the rock. So yes you can get an abrasive cut from the diamond blade but it's more of an abrasion than a cut. Start out with some slabs and that'll give you confidence to slice agates and rocks, Promise. Certainly be safe but don't let the fear stop you from another dimension added to your Rockhounding experience 😊

[@jenmartin7832]

Thank you for sharing 😊 I just started watching your videos last week and now I want to start collecting lol my hubby and I went camping over the weekend and picked up some bags of rocks, we have no idea what they are but think they are cool regardless. I’m gonna keep binge watching y’all you guys ROCK

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Thank you so much! Consider joining a few Facebook groups and get involved. You'll not only make new friends but gain tons of help in IDing your new treasures. Thanks again

[@drod4973]

Watching 2 pros, cutting away, and I'm smiling the entire time. Thanks for making something so simple, fun. The pop up tips are cool btw. Stay safe guys🤙

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Awesomeness that's so cool 😎 Thanks D Rod!

[@kaseyfly5395]

What size saw are you working with ?

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

A 7" wet tile saw

[@fistofodin1]

So I’m new to this whole thing and got myself a cheap tile saw and continuous diamond blade. Growing up woodworking it’s ingrained in me to keep fingers as far from a blade as you can but I notice a lot of people cutting rocks get right up to it. Do these blades not cut you?

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Not so much cut you as Scrape you. Most diamond blades don't have teeth per se they have embedded in them. So if you're not careful, they'll hurt you, but not like a woodworking saw blades. Here, check out our popular video on cutting rocks. Cutting rocks with a economical tile saw A How To kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXbceq2PaNCNo68

[@Flower-hj4mq]

Great

[@larrybest8691]

I got lots of agate and jasper !

[@llmillerrn]

First love your videos. I am scared to use my tile saw. I need more safety tips to prevent binding or kickback and rock hardiness before cutting. Took hubby to ER for wood table saw injury past week, now really concerned to use.

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Cutting rocks tips: I hear you loud and clear. Sorry to hear about your honey and we hope he's okay 👌 🙏 ❤. Tips: Using a tile saw at first can be a bit daunting but with a little practice can be lots of fun. SeaJay and I often refer to it as our Zen time. So here's a few extra tips to get you started. First and foremost using a diamond 💎 blade on rocks is quite a bit different and less dangerous than using a wood saw blade on wood. 1. Always use a quality diamond blade in good condition like the one we recommend in the video, it's proven workhorse. 2. If after a bunch of cuts on your rocks you find your rock starting to excessively pull away from you consider cleaning or replacing your blade. There is no hard and fast rule to "how many cuts per blade" it's something that comes with experience and "feel". 3. Always use eye, ear and breathing protection 4. Start out with slabs or flat rocks for practice, they tend to cut more uniform and more easily. 5. If you don't have slabs already, then do small cuts, shaping & grinding on corners of rocks or agates to build your confidence 🤔 6. As your confidence builds try more challenging cuts 7. Whether your using a sump, gravity feed or a pump feed for your water 💧source, always add a bit of lubricant to your water. 8. Especially at first keep both hands on the rock as you work. 9. Don't cut rocks or agates without water, no matter what the saw manufacturer advertises. 10. Let the saw do the work, don't force your rock to much, push as the rock cuts . Take it slow and easy and good luck, you got this! Thank you for your question.

[@kendrarhea7239]

Beautiful... I’m jealous... and wish I could do this... I’m still a rock hound even if it’s just a cool unusual rock don’t have much here to hunt

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Hi Kendra Rhea, so why can't you do this? Where's here that you don’t have cool rocks? Thank you for your comment but am I hearing a question instead? 😊 🙏

[@kendrarhea7239]

@@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969 don’t really have a way to get anywhere to do any good hunting although I do find cool small rocks in some parking lots but nothing like hunting crystals and geodes. My health also limits where and what I do and I have no income due to health... and I’m in Indiana... I love crystals and do wire work with them when I have any

[@seajayballard2113]

@@kendrarhea7239, hey, you can check with your local rock hounding clubs to see if they have sponsors or scholarships for membership due to hardship. Also they might be able to get you in touch with a local rockhound that would be willing to pick you up & take you hounding with them. Nothing venture, nothing gained, the worst they can say is no. Also you might check some of the Facebook Rockhound pages to maybe make a hook-up with a local rockhound. Good luck.

[@kendrarhea7239]

@@seajayballard2113 thank you for your reply and tips...I appreciate it very much... again thank you

[@edtherockhound9944]

I’m ready for some rock cutting 101

[@edtherockhound9944]

What do you recommend for a lubricant ? That’s a great idea . I’m only a min in

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

@@edtherockhound9944 Hi, we use either silicone lube or WD40, you can also use mineral oil.

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Thanks for watching!

[@edtherockhound9944]

Agate Enchantment & Rock Wizardry thank you again you guys are so helpful

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

@@edtherockhound9944 Thank you Big Easy, you have been such a great support! Have you been looking for rockhounding groups in your area? We hope so 🙏 ❤ 💙

[@heathermaria423]

Hello I'm looking into creating different designs w stones. I'm just curious in what tools should I start w? I was told wet saw?

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Okay you can certainly think in terms of a 7" tile saw and a good quality diamond blade. That will get you cutting and shaping rocks and agates. Then you'll want to figure out how you want to polish your cut treasures. Here's a link to our Rockhounding Secrets - Polishing Agates, Rocks and Gems: kzbin.info/aero/PLoscd0x9AzrFVUbqWQoLCkJ7uE1459NHV Watch a few of these and this will help you start to figure out how to get to the finished product, which is a finished piece of rock or agate to creat jewelry Educate yourself and it will save you tons of money and grief. Be well and consider subscribing to our channel we have lots of videos that can help 😀

[@keykey1401]

What kind of saw blade do i need? I mean i know it has to be diamond saw but is there any specific diamond saw blade or can be any of them?

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Hi Keyvan, thank you There is a screen cap about 3/4 in the video of the one we use a lot, it shows the make/model and exactly what it looks like 👍

[@littlequesadilla]

Do you have a video showing how to use a tile saw like this? How do you add water? Does it have a hose attachment or would I be able to manually add water?

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Hi and thank you 😊 The saw in this video has a water tray (sump) and yes during the process of sawing we keep a flower water pot with a spout & handle and during the process of sawing we keep a certain amount of water in the sump to optimize keeping the diamond blade cool. There are saws with hose attachments to them where you can meter the amount of water to the blade housing, we used one one for a couple of years, but had constant problems with it. We advise using the sump type saw and add a bit of lubricant to the water to help in the cutting process. Also you'll need a large drain pan because not only will you be draining the sump but ultimately you'll find that the water from your sawing makes it's way to the ground around the saw as well. Be well

[@mdemaciel]

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[@amazingnorthcarolinawildli8662]

How long does it take to get through one agate?

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Hi 👋 Thank you, it depends on several factors. Density, thickness of the agate, how old your diamond blade is etc... So with a new blade, a palm sized say Carnelian agate with no matrix rock 8 to 10 minutes ish. Jump in and experiment for yourself Be well

[@randym8963]

do you have oil in your water?

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Hi Randy, we actually use a lite silicone oil Thank you 😊

[@jenniferhalstead3680]

Hey I have just started on rock hunting/carving and was wondering if you guy's new anything about the east coast and the rocks over here? Y'all know so much and actually explain it the best over several other rock hunters I watch.

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Hi Jennifer and thanks for watching 👀 😊 Your going to have to be a bit more specific than "the east coast" that's a lot of territory... City, state ect...

[@jenniferhalstead3680]

Sorry about that I live in Asheville NC and we have a lot of rivers around here but I'm not sure what kind of rocks we have or what they might look like. Thank you for replying!

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

First and foremost we always recommend you do your own research before heading out but here are some places to start. Little Pine Garnet Mine - an old Garnet mine that Tiffany's used to get their best garnets from in the 50's. Crabtree Emerald Mine - the only publicly accessible Emerald mine in North America McKinney Mine - same type of experience as the Crabtree Emerald Mine. About an hour from you If your into digging there's the Propst Farm Corundum Mine. About 2 hrs from you. The Sheffield Mine is unsalted, but it is also sluicing, so it's hard work If you can find contact info for the owner of the Sinkhole Mine in Bandana (between Spruce Pine and Burnsville) It's literally a 20' x 20' spot in his yard, where dozens have reportedly found corundum The Ray Mine is south of Burnsville and is a classic beryl locale, but it's a steep hike up a mountain and the National Forest Service allows hand tools only. Not even regular shovels. Ray Mica mine, not much info on this but do some research, we've heard there are some treasures there. A great research tool is mindat.org Remember this, it's a very common practice in touristy kind of places that have panning for gold or gems, or even unusual rocks or minerals for land/mine owners to "bring tourists in" they can "salt" the dirt to make their area more enticing. So do your research before heading out. Google is your friend as well. Good luck and tell your friends about our channel...lol 😆 Let us know how you did, so we can pass it on. Thanks again Denny

[@jenniferhalstead3680]

Thank you for all that information, but I already know about all of the mines that you have to pay for, I was talking about places like where you guy's go, like rivers and such. Plus what app would you recommend to help identify rocks and things?

[@MapleGoodness]

Forgive a newbie question, but isn't it super dangerous to be working with your fingers right up near the blade like that?

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

A reasonable question for someone who's never done this. It's quite safe, really it is. This is not sawing wood with a metal blade. You see, that would cut you, no doubt. This is more like grinding a split with a diamond through a rock. Although we have been scrubbed by the diamond blade a few times, it doesn't cut in the way you're thinking. It scrubs you. Look up the word "abrade" on google, and it might help. After years of doing this, we can both count on 1 hand the number of times we have suffered an abrade with a tile saw and a diamond blade. Give it a try, and you'll see 👀 😉 Thanks for a great question 👍

[@MapleGoodness]

@@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969 Ahh I see. Interesting, thanks for the answer!

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

You are so welcome 🙏 🤗, just following a few safe procedures like we pointed out in the video, and it can be a relaxing and fun part of your rockhounding experience

[@aforgottennativeamerica8439]

How do you choose which direction to cut Agate that has larg band that raps completely around the rock.

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Great question 🤔 You think in terms of what you want the slices to look like. Do you want to show the horizontal bands? Probably right? Then cut against the bands, so all your slices show as many bands as possible in your finished/polished rock 🪨. Out of every primo rock find there's always "the best of the best" slice or two. Cut with capturing the best slices (faces) you can see, first. If you get into cutting it and discover something better than change your strategy to capture the best slices. Note: on really cool rocks it's tempting to try and save and capture slices of the whole rock, usually that doesn't work. Go for the best and do what you can with the rest!

[@edtherockhound9944]

Hey guys hope you have a wonderful Christmas n New Years . What do you recommend for a good blade for my tile saw? This is what I love about your videos you always respond and help as much as you can and I really appreciate your time etc thanks guys your the best n nicest out there

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Happy Holidays 😊 Big Easy There are a lot of choices, some better than others, do a bit of research on your own to compare. Our go to blade is the 7 in. Continuous Diamond Blade by RIDGID. Its available just about everywhere. We're firm on the continuous rim but we've seen others use other styles and are happy with them. Amazon is a good resource and we've tried many, including the inexpensive ones from China with some success. After you've tried a few let us know your results. Start with the Ridgid but don't be afraid to try others as well. One big thing to keep in mind is your saws motor shaft size! Be sure that the blade you buy has an adapter to fit your saw. Merry Christmas 🎅

[@tchenaysfninid]

How much is the Agate stone?

[@seajayballard2113]

Which one??? Can you give us the time from the video that we are cutting it? We cut several!

[@LastPsalms]

Are you using water on your blade?

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Of course, with that tile saw there is a sump of water underneath that the blade travels through to help cool. We also use a tiny bit of lubricant in our water, it helps too

[@elizabethlewis3509]

No respirator?

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Yes, we wear a mask normally while cutting

[@linhill6169]

Approximately how many cuts do you get, with good results, with each diamond 7” cutting blade? In your experience, does the christ-cross diamond continuous edge blade last longer or less than a smooth diamond impregnated continuous blade? I love your videos and always come away with a good tip or two. Thanks! Lin

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Thank you for the kudos! We've used both notched and continuous rim 7" diamond blades and by far in our experience continuous rim blades like the one we show in the video is the way to go, last longer gives more cuts etc...

[@karlac34]

Could you add a link to buy the saw and blade?

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Thank you for your question. If you would like to save a bunch of $ on purchasing a saw, we highly advise you to go on a different kind of adventure 😉. Take one of your days off and visit several thrift stores for a 7" wet/dry tile saw. When you find one, (and eventually you will) look at it's overall condition and more important plug it in and listen to the motor. 1. Does it sound strong? 2. Is the blade (if there is one) or blade mounting shaft turning with no extra squeaks or other metallic sounding noises? If it passes both these tests, then pat yourself on the back buy it! On your way home 🏡 stop by Home depot and pick up a Ridgid 7 in continuous rim diamond 💎 saw blade. For way under a 100 bucks for the 2, you just added a new dimension to your Rockhounding experience. Note: 2 weeks ago we just upgraded our 7" tile saw to a Ridgid table top 7" saw for under $50 bucks (which brand new would cost us $249)

[@azraikezoe6484]

where are you that "goodwill" has constant supply of donated rock cutting machines? nothing in Kane county IL. or Cook for that matter

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Portland metro area, and we visit all kinds of thrift stores, not just Goodwill. Your milage may vary, but keep your eyes open, and you may get lucky. Good luck to you

[@manminusblood]

One of the first things you talk about is safety protection. I just want to express that silicosis is the real deal and you really ought to be wearing a proper dust mask. Please be safe.

[@Crafty-n-Krazy]

Just getting into rock hunting and noticing it's getting to be an expensive hobby..working with a very tight and restrictive budget so wondering... 1. Can you just put a sanding/polishing pad on a wet tile table saw and then it I to a 2 in 1 till air cutting, sanding and polishing without having to buy and expensive lapidary machine

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Hi and thank you, we would not recommend your plan. However consider this, you can use your tile saw with a diamond blade to cut & "pre-shape" your agates and rocks, then get an inexpensive tumbler (Harbor freight for example) and have the tumbler do the polishing for you. Yes, it can become an expensive hobby/habit. Also there are some pretty good video's on KZbin that have detailed instructions on how to make a lapidary polisher or flatlap as we call it.

[@paulruiz8913]

Beautiful cut. Maybe some protection for your fingers be nice😊

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Thank you, Paul! The blade I use on my tile saw is a Ridig Diamond Blade for cutting rocks. The blade is more likely to give a bad manicure or a slight skin abrasion. It doesn't have teeth like a wood blade does. Thanks for watching & your comment & care.

[@jamesrexsannatracy8318]

Hey could I send you a picture to help me identify a rock or two?

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Oh sure, send your pics hi resolution, in focus, and in good light both wet and dry, for best viewing 😉 Our email is in the description. Thanks 😊

[@jamesrexsannatracy8318]

Thanks will do asap.

[@jamesrexsannatracy8318]

@@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969 phone died before I could get good ones to you. I promise I will get right back to you as soon as wife's phone charges I have a couple of different rocks. Thank you for getting back to me. You guys rock

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

@@jamesrexsannatracy8318 No worries, the rocks have been around for millennia, I think we can wait a while...LOL 🤣

[@MrFreakfortatt]

You need to wear a mask....

[@gregh4284]

Yes! Look up silicosis, it's a fatal condition caused by breathing rock dust.

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

You are both very correct!! I already suffer from a mild case of silicosis, & occasionally I forget to protect myself! Thank you both for the excellent reminder!!

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Well bless you and we hope you find healing in your life's path!

[@jtsimmons3133]

Really nice video. I liked your bit on safety, but you should also be wearing a respirator, or at least a bandana over your nose and mouth. There's a lot of silica in the mist from the saw. That's how I got COPD. I always thought wet sawing was safe. It's not. Cool stones, great narrative. Looking forward to more of same.

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Hi JT and thanks so much for your comment! Normally off camera we do wear a respirator, to minimize our exposure to the silica dust produced. Thanks again and Happy Holidays!

[@kaseyfly5395]

Don't you use water ? and if you are why aren't you getting wet ?

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Yes we use water. We turn the saw around and cut from the backside of the saw. In several of the cutting shots you'll see a shield which catches the overspray and behind that we use a tarp which drains into a big tub. Thank you and be well 🙏

[@raymyers6016]

How do you not cut your fingers off?

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Hi Ray, actually it's a lot safer than using a wood saw. Diamond blades cut by abrasion and not by teeth, like on a wood saw blade. It's not to say you cannot be injured. For if your careless it can scrape you and it hurts. All in all it's actually lots of fun seeing what's inside of your rock and agates. The risk is minimal and the reward is worth it 👌 Be well Ray

[@edtherockhound9944]

It’s on In 3 2 1 .....

[@seajayballard2113]

Big Easy, Awesomeness!!

[@trptrungblogs]

💎💎❤️❤️👍

[@katerinadyukova3100]

bare hands.

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Y3s, I cut rock with bare hands to keep a hold of it ... that being said, this tile saw has a diamond blade on it ... it will rub your skin raw & give you a funny quick mani, but will NOT cut off a finger! I have been cutting rocks with a diamond blade saw for about 23 years, never lost a finger! But thank you for your concern & thank you for watching!