Stop Your Opals From Cracking! Here’s How

[@Liz_Dave]

I think it's amazing that you give away so much opal to people. Congratulations to the winners!

[@ThatOpalGuy]

The admiral is a great guy, certainly.

[@bigwhale5840]

What about us losers man .😨😲😈😂

[@deborahferguson1163]

Bigwhale, you’re in good company…!

[@kurtsloop2462]

Its 4:42 am and this is the perfect video for someone who cant sleep. Informative enough to keep me interested but just long enough to make want to go to sleep

[@darthnails7855]

I have learned more about caring for my opals watching this one video than I have learned from months of watching other people on KZbin. I am glad I found your channel, thank you for sharing your knowledge

[@darthnails7855]

@@PulitzerOpal Useful information and some good laughs in all of your videos that we have watched so far. Sheila is great

[@InTraVenOus10]

I thought there couldn’t be anything as beautiful as Fang but then Sofia showed up. What a stunner! I think I fell in love

[@vanman0011]

You are so giving. People need to take note of your giving, loving, and honesty. Keep cutting man.

[@silverunicorn2645]

Good to hear you remembered Sheila on mother's day. Wouldn't want her off on another tear filled, rage induced, opal bender. Zuck was pretty lost without her, last time🤭👍❤️🦄

[@mitchwyant9494]

I can't believe how generous you are and it really draws people in to the world of gems.

[@mitchwyant9494]

@Ramitheicon12 Did I win something?! That would be awesome! I never expected to get a gemstone from a real opal artist. How amazing! What do I need to do?

[@thomasgibson4619]

Your videos are very special because of the combination of your droll humour and remarkable opal cutting/polishing skills. Both Sheila and your pets also bring a wonderful sense of playfulness which every viewer can enjoy. Ad multos annos!

[@loriabington-ec9xe]

Your fur babies are so adorable

[@kastlrock557]

Your content is really amazing, it’s very educational to this aspiring opal cutter! These videos just draw you in with your passion, honesty and great humor. Thank you.

[@kevindevlin6836]

Hands down you my friend have the best opal KZbin channel as well as your brilliant commentary keeps me coming back

[@LeYi]

I’m so glad this channel exists, I can view some beautiful opals, and learn along the way.

[@dm.daroza7040]

I'm new to your videos and just started watching. I'm really enjoying the entertainment and knowledge you give your viewers. As a senior October baby I have always been facinated with my birthstone. Your information on all types of opals cracking and how to prevent them from cracking was new knowledge to me. I dont own an opal but if I ever do I'll remember your invaluable tips. Thank you for taking the time to make your videos.

[@dalerolando5371]

Dale from Eagle River Alaska , Yesterday was My 47th. Anniversary ! 6 kids later all responsible Adults 😁. Love Your Humor and instructions , keep it up ! Awesome 👏 . Take Care , Dale

[@maryc2102]

You are so entertaining! The hubby and I love watching you. And your fur babies are beautiful. Thank you for the pretty opal pictures.

[@wayne1959]

as usual, lots of ooo's and ahh's from our side of the screen tonight.. And Then! we watched Donald cut some beautiful opal..Thankyou Shiela for bringing our favourite youtuber back again. Take care until next we enjoy our time together.

[@chrismatthews8075]

Thank you for the advice on opal care. Always educational and fun.

[@JmeWink]

I am obsessed with all of these opals, but Sophie and Shim have my heart!!!! Thank you for sharing these videos. I will never be a Opal jeweler, but I love Opals!!! 🥰🥰🥰

[@JmeWink]

@@PulitzerOpal 😱😱😱 I did not know this!!!! However, I avoid all jewelry when diving! Lol

[@stephenstevens6573]

I Love watching opal cutters...I subscribe to several. The artistry of your craft is fascinating. Your channel is my favorite. Your humor is what makes the difference! Please keep doing what you do! Too little levity in this world. You do your part!

[@merlerenkl1298]

You get me in an opal frenzy every time. It becomes a sort of opal-beauty addiction.

[@tracey1240]

I can't believe you give such beautiful opals away. They are fabulous!

[@robertfwalsh4625]

Of all the things I enjoy about your blogs, is learning something and the parts with the fur babies 👶

[@baobei9337]

Sofia is just wow. And the shape of the arrowhead is really pleasing to the eye!

[@flyingcheff]

I love your humor, never a dull moment, you keep up with your stones!!!

[@saintsfan39475]

I am completely mesmerized by the cutting and polishing you do of Opal. The cutting, the shaping and the polishing sends me into a Bob Ross state of mind. I even like a little dop stick action.

[@HelpfulRebelsTV]

I've been experimenting on soaking different types of Opals in different kinds of oils. Baby shampoo, coconut oil and olive oil have been the best ones.

[@HelpfulRebelsTV]

@@PulitzerOpal thank you! Thanks for all your great videos. Love your jokes

[@sharynhay9993]

Keeping opal jewelery in water is new to me. I like them all that you made today.

[@cweave02]

Love watching your kids play, and watching you man-splain opals!!

[@maiguapa8]

Another “oh wow” moment again. Such beauties. Those rubies and moonstones were stunning 🤩. But the cats are the show stealers, I must say . Thank you again for what you do and sharing. You are very inspiring and generous. Godbless you.

[@malysyforethought1195]

Hopper's cute, Colonel! My Mum told me that the steak day wasn't a real holiday, but hubby insisted it was. Now you've mentioned it, I have confirmation from a trusted source that it is real. Hubby was right all along and I learned something. Then again, I always find your videos both entertaining and educational. thank you for sharing your wonderful talent. Oh! Congrats to all the winners, too!

[@marionbradley6236]

Yep, Master Cutter and renown comedian!! 😄😄😄 Love your stones!! ❤

[@patricklarkin4389]

I think the dome and polish are the best on You Tube I watch around ten different lapidary channels and you are the admiral of them all!!!! Well I also love your sense of humor keep me laughing. You did an amazing job on every stone.

[@PulitzerOpal]

Sorry for the late reply, patrick!

[@stoneglassandmetal3207]

Another Pulitzer video and another spontaneous laugh … never fails to humor me . Thank you very much !

[@fiftyhunnug]

Was unable to watch youtube for a while due to work obligations. Came back to TWO videos from the colonel. Good day.

[@fiftyhunnug]

@@PulitzerOpal no complaints from this guy. Life happens.

[@Sera-Marie]

I love how much fun you are having in your videos now. You really do have some beautiful stones there. Much love to you

[@enkidu9705]

Another great video, Pulitzer. Beautiful work, as always. Thanks for the learning and the laughs.

[@stephenscordato4321]

I've been making wire wraps for about 4 years on and off, adding more traditional techniques in my pieces as I learn more. Just starting to get my feet wet with cabochons and opals. Thanks for all the know-how, information, and entertainment.

[@saushasausha9113]

This was wonderful! Thank you! My daughter and I are new to opal cutting . This was quite helpful ! Beautiful !!!

[@ravinghomo]

Steak and added extras... Man that made me laugh out loud..... Absolutely stunning stones -again. Great work, Mr Pulitzer 🙂 and thanks for the advice on cracking!

[@1evil84]

Great, now I want to buy more opals AND jalapeño icecream! Thanks for all the great advice, as usual. I have to admit, my heart sank when you showed that tray of cracked opal. I will never leave my stones out in the unforgiving air, ever again. Keep up the great work!

[@FernandoScarpelli]

You never get it wrong Colonel! The cats, the opal, and out of nowhere rubies and moonstone! Also no one flint knaps like you, I always say that! As always, delighted with your posting. 3:54 had me dying of laughter, the rhythmic slapping of Hopper with thee flaking. Wish you all the best as always Donald!

[@kennethnew3075]

After watching grabbed all of my opal projects and some that I have stashed and gave them all a well deserved bath. Thanks for the info.

[@littletrev4585]

The KZbin algorithm keeps hiding your videos from my feed but I won’t stop searching for your channel to fill my opal addiction!

[@davidmcelroy7217]

Again you entertain with humor an knowledge. Opal rocks! 🤠

[@paulshoemaker2635]

Another great amazing video. This was fun to watch about opal cracking up all while the cutter had me cracking up! The Mothers day/whatever day story at the end was hilarious! Very entertaining and informative video 👍

[@jerrylay8843]

Thank You as every time I see your work it makes my day wonderful .The things you make are so fine I could watch your work all day .Never boring .Keep making beautiful opals for many more Years .

[@Landogarner83]

Beautiful opals and cats. Always nice to watch your videos.

[@gamesssful]

Love your videos . You and Shelia make me laugh . It's 5: 45 in the morning. Nice way to start my day. Thanks

[@anthonymcclain6475]

Amazing video as always sir. I Always learn something and I'm a true opalholic and watch opal videos almost religiously...but no one and I mean NO ONE cuts opal as large as you! I would have never thought to put our opal jewelry in water so thanks for that... I'd hate to lose some of the opal we own (my wife and I) and even though I've never won anything from you I also wanted to thank and commend you on how much amazing opal and gemstones that you give away...I mean you are not only very talented as an opal cutter and as an entertainer but also obviously very kind and generous... truly good people are more rare than black opal and you my friend are a 💎

[@anthonymcclain6475]

@@PulitzerOpal you are too kind,I'm only speaking the truth. But I am curious,is there different ways of entering for each giveaway or just commenting is enough? I'm just curious, I don't mean to sound greedy 😂 but you're always giving away such awesome stones that it's hard not to want to increase my chances of winning... just human nature I reckon... anyway thanks again for your very entertaining content...as I've said before that's as rare as black opal!

[@TheCapns]

@@PulitzerOpal I absolutely love your videos especially the opal videos. Im glad to see some honest precious stone purveyor as your a needle in a haystack. Rare like hens teeth. I personally have always been fascinated by opal and it's unique qualities. We have opal were I live but it's mostly clear without background ( not enough color play for jewelry ) I personally have never found any myself and have always wanted some opal from Coober Pedy or even better a opal nut. Unfortunately I can't get to Australia myself so I have to buy it online if I want. Last time I tried the guy I was negotiating with just took my deposit and ran. Weird thing was it wasn't much I just wanted a speci. for a gemstone display I was making for someone. As a result I could not finish the project. Also I lost a friend as a result of not being able to finish it.

[@hydroac9387]

@@PulitzerOpal I've purchased opal from Murray Willis of AOM since 2008. He is a true gent and will treat you fairly.

[@comradekahn3163]

What a lovely collection of stones this week! The darn crazing, cracks and sand get us all! Much love and congrats to the winners!

[@nicolenichol3820]

I'm loving going through your videos. Thank you for giving so much information. Your cats are so cute. I love your humor. Such beautiful opals.

[@MikeNeri1]

Still love watching your videos; even after all these years!😁

[@GlynNelson99]

Hopper is the cutest little. Keep, up the good work! Great to see more arrow heads!

[@drew8282]

Omg the queen of the opals is so cool! The colors are crazy good and it’s such a satisfying shape.

[@Vanman458]

Best opal cutting channel on youtube!

[@sureshc-1396]

Nice to learn about cracking and how to avoid it. Always love watching your easy and informative style of working.

[@monkigrl11]

Colonel another amazing video of opal education, hilarious content, and beautiful kitties ! They all are beautiful specimens. So love waking up to your videos because you always start my day out with stunning opals and a laugh! Much love from Louisiana ❤️❤️.

[@dooday1]

congrats for winning the giveaway

[@monkigrl11]

Thank you so much! Hubert is so very Handsome! I was reading your comment and realized that's what came in the mail today! How cool is that! 😁

[@monkigrl11]

Thank you Colonel ! Hubert is beautifully Handsome ! Much love from Louisiana ❤️❤️

[@noproblems3893]

Love u and ur Sheila. Amazing job honestly. Ur very interesting person . I love how u change opals into so beautiful shapes . Am obsessed with ur work specially. That's what called work with entertainment.

[@tylorwilson3947]

I can't express enough how much I love every bit of knowledge I get from you, thank you very much.

[@jedcass5366]

Fantastic video and lovely opals! I have been interested in lapidary art for a long time, and I feel compelled to get involved after watching this. Congrats to the winners!

[@Grantm06]

I love the bits of info i learn from you about opal, its always good to learn something new everyday!

[@bobsjess]

I'm so fascinated with opal and it's diversity. It truly is a remarkable gem.

[@deonekeane9854]

Those are so awesome opals. Love the arrowheads too! What a novel idea to use an Opal for.

[@augoldfinger]

My job recently changed & I have been working a lot of hours, although I am a recent subscriber, I have been watching your videos for a while. With that said on my time off today it was nice to see another.

[@brucewoodard5796]

Love watching you turn opals into such beautiful gems love opals and your channel Hi from Tennessee

[@eylookturkeys]

Your videos are always a blast to watch. Beautiful stones, top-tier humor, and now adorable pets?! I didn't need more reasons to watch, but...

[@jackfox9550]

Im Jack F. From Ohio. Your videos are informative and interesting. Especially like to watch you form your arrowheads...

[@McShaganpronouncedShaegen]

Love the fluid way you adapt to the choices the opal gives you. Good advice for any situation pushing for what you started out wanting when a better choice presents itself, don't be afraid to change what is possible.

[@flatwater5]

The stones are just breathtaking. Thank you so much for these videos, I always learn something!

[@dougbarton4531]

If it wasn't for my insatiable love of opal, I'd seriously still watch your videos. I just woke up on the couch and was feeling a bit pessimistic and down. Then I watched this video. OMG! Between your unapologetic sense of humor and the hilarious cat interludes I just can't stop laughing. My guts are actually sore as I type this comment. Your opal knowledge is invaluable and your wit infectious. You should seriously consider writing a book someday. Thanks for the pick-me-up, the great opal tip and the belly workout. Gonna go water my opals now. Cheers mate : )

[@matthewhayler601]

Loved being back always enjoy your sense of humour

[@regDanCap]

Watching your opal videos is always amazing! I'm always blown away by all the different combinations of color and the patterns and shapes, it's easy to see why people get into cutting and collecting opal!

[@scottryals3191]

Your arrowheads are terrific. Well done.

[@archangelzed601]

Just finished my second to last semester at college and you uploaded. It’s a good day.

[@ColinPeacock]

You are great. Best opal channel and content out there.

[@juddrickertt4077]

The final stones look very shiny, real fine job polishing. Sheila has some good advice but mostly she's a good listener. I think I'll store my opals in the fish tank, that way they can be on display.

[@samisaacs5267]

never quite seen anything as beautiful at that arrow head ! opals are my new favourite

[@hogtownpens]

Another terrific video! Fascinating to hear that you should store opal jewellery in water.. i would have never thought of that!

[@TrustyGreenAwp1]

Stumbled on your channel through the algorithm. Love your humor and the content!

[@joshuahoman5014]

I absolutely love the names you give to the opals 😂

[@shywatcher1961]

that opal arrowhead looks fantastic and so do all the opals you cut.

[@timsweat6801]

All the stones you do just amaze me. Their all beautiful

[@KasangaGirl]

I love that you name the stones. Another great video 👍

[@bufdaman]

cant wait for the birthstone video, I've designed a libra pendant for myself with opal and tourmaline cased in silver. its my first project and your channel has helped greatly. thanks.

[@rtbok3029]

Educational, entertaining and generous, too. Triple crown youtube creator!

[@clintstoner13680]

Oh wow, this video is amazing. I've had very mixed luck with opals. No cracks showed up in any of my Lightning Ridge opal but the Andamooka keeps cracking even after grinding them out. The Ethiopian opal is totally random: sometimes it cracks when I look at it funny and other times it pretends to be as hard as diamond. Very weird stuff, but incredibly beautiful. Thanks for sharing again!

[@williamsivertsson6441]

Beautiful work! Trouble is too cute have a nice Mother’s Day

[@benjaminsmith2367]

It's great to see your progress, and it is always great to learn about proper care.

[@richardjunkermeier1464]

Spike is amazing your talent and artistry is wonderful to watch, thank you for sharing

[@justintrussell7739]

You really have a good sense of humor

[@charlottehaworth6455]

Oh my goodness they are 🤩 amazing the colours are outstanding and I’m so glad you told us about the water x

[@Burtonwoodworks]

Love the videos. Keep them coming, and always enjoy seeing the opal arrowheads.

[@jonmaegdlin4278]

I never miss any of your uploads. Love your finished jewelry. Im one myself but rarely if ever get to work in gold these days. Anyway your a good showman. JM

[@sharonwolfe4230]

Such beautiful opal. I always look forward to your videos.

[@mjwilliams90]

Your vids are so sparkley! I love watching them!

[@ratchelmcmahon9175]

Thanks for the advice on keeping them in water. I have my husband’s grandmother’s opal ring set in rose gold and would never thought to keep it in water

[@bencook8528]

Spike is so colorful and Ivy is absolutely brilliant

[@Kellishark]

I love all your videos. You've taught so much about opals and made it tons of fun. Can't wait for the next video.

[@martyparsons8395]

All beautiful stones! Thanks for the lesson, ive wondered how to properly care for my opals!

[@Nirumak]

Loved the video! I've been interested in opal for awhile now so I'm happy that I figured out how to stop it from cracking before I actually got some myself