Subtle Flaw - Big Problem in this Australian Opal!

[@garybaker1354]

Nothing quite like a video from pulitzer opal. Hands down the best opal content online. Looking forward to the next one already

[@oneshotme]

Agree 100%

[@neisjo]

Hands up, paws down. Dinner will presume after we gather to watch on the big screen

[@PulitzerOpal]

I found a new way to get videos done more quickly, Gary. Basically it involves not procrastinating! I may be able to do them more often, but I probably won't (unless I have to!)

[@wisconsincheez2307]

Just wanted to say you are probably my favorite youtuber. I enjoy the ramblings and your kitties.

[@adzoutnabout888]

Man on a mission…. I appreciate the way you stayed focussed on that Honduran opal like Sheila driving past a department store display window. 🇦🇺

[@PulitzerOpal]

I didn't tell the whole story, adz! I was cutting it and for some reason, I could not get the shape right. It turned out that there was one of those soft areas right in the middle. (I thought that I was losing it .... but that's not possible, right?)

[@adzoutnabout888]

@@PulitzerOpal not possible at all mate. Blame any inconstancy’s in judgement on Sheila.

[@nadjibmalek4288]

Always a pleasure to watch your videos and i really enjoy the extra footage of paco ❤...no sheila this time i hope she's well !

[@laurenoreilly4140]

I love watching your videos because you take the time to tell us about the different opals, the way they are formed, their flaws, etc. Thank you so much for taking the time to do that. I would love to give Hizz a home!

[@ieatcaribou7852]

I know you’re a professional, highly skilled cutter when the ones you’re disappointed in would end up in the top 5 of my best ever. Loved the video, already looking forward to the next!

[@AStanton1976]

Shows how much risk there is in opals. Still cut some pretty stones. Love that you cut material I don't see much on other channels. Thanks!

[@jasonhowarth6789]

Thanks for the upload. I always love your animal videos mixed in with the opal cutting. Wish you and the family my best!

[@JohnDoe2.01]

Always enjoy your videos and humor. Your talents are fair too. Thanks for the laughs and lesson. Keep Smiling and Stay Grateful

[@scott5349]

Always a happy day when I see a new Pulitzer opal video. Pity about that Honduran opal , but love the others. Thanks Colonel, I look forward to your next escapades in opal.

[@neisjo]

Agree! Do you remember what the title is of the knife video?

[@marcoblauwe]

I like opal a lot.

[@yessievillanueva1766]

I can’t wait to graduate from Pulitzer Opal University! Everything I ever needed to know about opals I’ve learn from watching this channel. Thank you for your informative & helpful videos! 😊

[@PulitzerOpal]

Maybe I should get some diplomas … no ID cards, because school is still in session, right. I’m a retired professor (med school), so I guess I’m the Dean here

[@soozieq697]

Great video. I didn't know that the wedge was always an indication of there being a crack in the stone. Thank you for that information!

[@sheriroberts2954]

I came for he opal and was rewarded with a gaggle of awesome cats! I am a horse person and think Opal would be a fantastic name for a really cool colored horse. My own horse is a black bay....I bought him already registered with the name Zephyr. Still continuing my arrowhead journey. As a final thought, Hizz reminded me of mother of pearl....gorgeous!

[@laaloo117]

I've gotten to the point where nothing surprises me anymore in this channel! (In a good way lol) but that horse video/meme caught me off guard 😂

[@sarahfisher6801]

I always love your sarcastic sense of humor. Thank you for another entertaining video. I love all of the final stones. Hizz might not have as much color, but I think she's absolutely gorgeous. I think that a layer of resin would definitely be the way to go with Hondo.

[@josephpecoul6532]

I to have a cat but he's feral mostly he likes me enough that he let's me feed him tuna and dry food and pull the ticks he gets. He very rarely loses a fight and he will let me heal him up. I took him to the vet once (big mistake) to get fixed they said he would become a house cat...right. He has fiv and is not doing so good with his breathing and his little nose and eyes water. It breaks my heart to see this. They tell me there is nothing I can do but just love him. Not sure why I'm sharing this but I see your videos and how much you love your cats and was sure you could relate. Love the passion you have for your craft and really appreciate the videos you share with the cat friends you live with. Thank you.

[@nickfay2359]

I like watching how lightning fast you get them stones cut and polished too!! Almost like a film sped up real fast.🤭 incredible!!

[@nancycurtis7315]

The Honduran opal is amazing looking stuff. I had never heard of it. Thanks so much for showing us. I'm glad the foal is OK. The crash looked horrific. Thanks you again for all the videos, information and humour. Always brightens my day.

[@coletteLeBlanc]

Hubby and I both get excited when we see that Pulitzer has a new video out. The way you mix beautiful Opals and purdy cats is simply a thing of Beauty!!!! Keep up the great work... And just an fyi I have a beautiful place all set up for Hizz to come and stay if they need a place. Just saying!

[@amberandrews6842]

I would be thrilled to adopt any of these orphans in need of a loving home!! I have the ability to shape and polish, and create a lovely piece of jewelry that I would wear and treasure, or give to a grandchild, who would also treasure it. Two of my grandchildren even have opal as their birthstone! The foal is adorable. I am happy to hear that they only got a bruise. Growing up can be rough.

[@dennisbarker5986]

Your videos are a wonderful surprise that always makes the day better , have you ever played with spencer Idaho opal? Really thin color bars but makes some beautiful stones

[@dyviness]

Too bad about the Honduran opal. It really looked promising. Great video and educational as always!

[@sandmaker]

Another great bunch of stones and a fun monologue. Keep having fun!! See y'a next time.

[@natewalker6887]

I love all the different types of opal that get exposure on your channel

[@charlotten5626]

I would happily give Hizz a new home especially if she is letting the side down at your house. Your expertise in the realm of opals is, as always, appreciated and I love the feeling of knowing your intuition is correct, there was absolutely a crack.

[@mollynakamori]

I loved Hondo! He deserves a coating of epoxy - not like he's so valuable that it will diminish him any. Thanks for the great opal lessons. I learn so much!

[@krackenagate5606]

ty for all the opal videos. I have learned sooo much from you and Shelia.

[@crissi6220]

OMG - besides opals I really love horses - and the little one's "adventure" seemed to be rather dangerous! 😢 Glad you assured us he is still fine! ❤ Such a pity with the Honduran opal - I absolutely love black background! 🥰

[@firstlast-mp1dc]

It felt like a flashback. Thanks for the video.

[@MrDutchman100]

Right on love those opals.

[@PulitzerOpal]

Congrats on being #1! You win a ..... gold star!

[@MrDutchman100]

@@PulitzerOpal I’m a lucky man

[@AusOpal]

The Godfather of Opals what a great video . Love the crack lesson and did not know about Opal from Honduras . Thank you

[@Smallathe]

Super fun video as always

[@misschatoyance]

Horse zoomies are usually more dangerous to the horses than the home. Glad the foal was ok! Cat zoomies are usually more dangerous to my home. 😂 I loved the Honduran opal, but sad that is kind of loses its luster when dry. Thank you again for all the incredible information and adorable fuzzy things!

[@DataPilot370]

Thanks for explaining how you find and work around opal cracks. Also, for telling us about Honduran basaltic opal. Of course, the kitties are always fun to watch. Their antics distract me enough that I lose focus on the opal cutting and have to rewind. And that foal - holy moly! I would panic attack if my horse baby went through a fence.

[@YukonMkI]

Bringing us all the opal, wether they're spectacular or not! That's the way it goes. You can't tell till the end. I enjoy it all!

[@Q_N-]

That Seam Opal looks so similar to Crystal and Jelly opal. Quite interesting there are so many varieties! 🎉

[@PulitzerOpal]

Seam opal is just the way it comes, and has nothing to do with the type of opal. Seam opal comes in relatively thin pieces that are flat on the top and bottom. Most of the Australian opal that I deal with comes as seams, including jelly opal, crystal opal, etc.

[@brandonweller6233]

Interesting point about the wedge defects, it's cool to hear experience you've gathered from knapping

[@flymanff]

Great video again, I’m impressed that you give away opals. Sweet!

[@Liz_Dave]

I do look forward to seeing a new video from you! Congratulations to all the winners!

[@tonyvandijk4339]

Learned something again from your video, whilst being entertaining too. Thanks for making the video!

[@oneshotme]

BIG congrats to the winners. Another great video. Keep'em coming!!! I very much enjoyed your video and I gave it a Thumbs Up

[@stludachris]

Best opal info on the internet! Love the content!

[@kathymaree5871]

Excellent information on the v crack thanks!

[@PulitzerOpal]

Glad it was helpful, KM. But you don't cut opal, right?

[@kathymaree5871]

@@PulitzerOpal I don’t, I stalk the auction site and window shop what I would and wouldn’t buy. Mostly based on what you’ve taught me. Maybe one day I will have expendable cash to get one or will come across a massive bargain. Until then I can play pretend.

[@dradd2012]

Great show & beautiful stones do love me some Pulitzer Opal... Have a great week & keep pumping the vids out :)

[@ThatOpalGuy]

Great episode, Don. A shame about the Honduran but it was nice to learn about it. Gratz to all the winners and good luck to everyone in this round!

[@kaylinathompson3997]

I am thoroughly amused with your content. Subscribed and ready for more! ❤

[@kestonsoldschoolcomicbooks6842]

Great video, Pulitzer. Fun and entertaining even if the opals don't meet expectations!

[@RGYT86]

Keep learning new things from you. Thanks for the great vid.

[@everybodyrocks]

Fantastic advice and great opals, punctuated by ferocious and adorable cats. My kind of video! 💖

[@PulitzerOpal]

Glad that you liked it.

[@jc-ny7ry]

Cracking video! All a Tizz about the Hizz, fantastic looking stone, great work.

[@trish002]

It must be so disappointing when you have what you believe is a quality piece & it doesn't polish to expectation. I may not be an expert on all things opal, but I believe that no matter how bad it may turn out, there's always someone who will admire the colors that appear, even if it's got podge or sand inclusions! Great stuff, as always, Mr. P! I love that shield shaped opal, it sure is a beauty & it's no wonder you have that as your profile pic!

[@PulitzerOpal]

Hi, Trish. I DID expect better out of the Honduran opal, but upon reflection, I should not have. I may coat it with epoxy just to see what might have happened. The other one ... the yellow/green one was not the highest grade opal, but it came out okay. The Rainbow Shield is in the pendant that I gave my wife for our daughter's wedding. She is our only daughter ... but I still have 3 boys who are not yet married! That pendant is very fine - opal and diamonds ... what do you expect? That opal now costs $60K USD per ounce (so the piece that I bought would be $20K today ... I paid $5K). Inflation is constant in the opal market ... even when everything else is cheap!

[@trish002]

​@PulitzerOpal I'm not surprised at it's worth, Mrs P is a very lucky lady indeed to have a husband with an exceptional talent of eeking the best out of rough opals!

[@milomminderbinder2133]

Another great video to brighten my day. Thank you.

[@nicolenichol8523]

I wish I could win anything from you. I love your videos. Watching you work with each piece is so fascinating. The cats are so cute. That little horse is adorable, but hopefully doesn't have any more fence incidents 😅. Love from Alberta Canada 🥰🖖.

[@susanmiller4159]

Always happy to see you post! I just knew that Honduran was going to be special. Oh well. Still learned something new. All the best!❤

[@offyarocka]

Thanks for another awesome adventure in opal 🙏🙏🙏

[@teresasiebentritt817]

Learn something new every video. Thank you!

[@hollynoelleAbductedUfologist]

You never cease to amaze me with such beautiful opals. I believe God created opals just for his good pleasure. I believe opals are the colors of what Heaven looks like. Thanks for sharing Your kitties, the foal over the fence (poor baby!) and some opal I have never seen before. You Rock.

[@nicolemurray-jeffery7433]

Hondo opal looked promising, sadly it didn’t look so lovely at the end. Another entertaining and educational video. As always, thanks for sharing 😊

[@PulitzerOpal]

Glad you enjoyed it, n

[@SuperBroncosguy]

Cool cat channel. Nice opals too!

[@lejaponitsbeautiful]

Love to see your vidéos from France , love you and your cat

[@ryanburgdorfer3981]

Always the best vids, informative and entertaining!

[@LifeIsWhatYouMakit]

As always another quality video from the opal king!

[@Micro_menagerie]

Love your videos! Always fascinating facts and interesting opals. ❤

[@reelthing4u]

THANKS FOR YOUR TIME AND HARD WORK OG OPAL

[@PulitzerOpal]

This will get easier ... right? RIGHT?

[@reelthing4u]

@@PulitzerOpal MAYBE .MAYBE NOT

[@alko2124]

Really like your way to cut them into unusual shapes!

[@PulitzerOpal]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@HEMPPUBLISHINGCOM]

We love your Videos on Opal! Thanks for sharing your Knowledge to the World!!!!!

[@NomadUniverse]

Dying to get back to cutting again, moving house and cant set up the work area for a while yet. Another cool video, you always seem to pull out something I havent seen yet.

[@susannesamuelsson2930]

Wonderful opals, Mr. P 👋💎👍! I love the cute cats you have as well as that little firey courageous foal ( maybe he or she will be a good jumper one day too ), your friend have! Greetings to you dear Mr. P with family and pets from me in Sweden 🇸🇪😊❤️!

[@PulitzerOpal]

Thanks, Susanne! I don't know very much about horses. That was probably the first time it ever tried to jump, an only did because there was a fence in the way! My friend has very good horses, so I expect it to grow up into a fine animal. I have never been to Sweden ... but I have been to Denmark and Iceland. It gets really cold in Sweden, I think ... compared to Denmark, Norway and Iceland .... I think.

[@susannesamuelsson2930]

@PulitzerOpal In Sweden winters can be cold, especially in the northern parts! I live in the most southern county of Sweden called Skåne or Scania. The town I live in is built by the strait of Öresund ( the strait who divides Sweden from Denmark ), and I can see Copenhagen from my windows. Today, it's warm day here, and we will have temperatures around or slightly above 30 degrees Celsius. In winter, we can get if it's a cold winter -15 degrees, but usually we have - 2 to -3 degrees cold up to around +5 normally. We have a more humid climate than the northern parts of Sweden have, too. It's a sweatty day here🌡🌞😰😓! Take care 👋♥️👍

[@clintstoner13680]

Such a bummer about that Honduran opal .... it looks so pretty when wet but not so great after it dries out. Thanks again for sharing!

[@HHGLowBob]

Keep up the great work Colonel! ❤

[@oliverthecuriouscatnice2264]

Love the videos!!!! Not to mention all the knowledge bombs you drop- thanks as always! And winning an opal sure would make my bike accident hernia feel better! ❤😂❤😂❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@PulitzerOpal]

You deserve an opal, for sure. Maybe an unclaimed giveaway?

[@oliverthecuriouscatnice2264]

Wait hold on really?!?!? That would be amazing!!! All of your stuff is spectacular!!!! ❤❤❤

[@AlabamaUSA1234]

Excellent content with my great coffee. Beautiful opal...

[@Aeryu]

Sometimes it do be like that. I still really love that leopard patterned opal from the last video, its so spotty!

[@danielyork3406]

Your opals are neat! Keep it up!

[@kellyfoster8903]

It seems that I don't get any of your channel notifications on time. But all is not lost. I love watching all the kitties, the orange ones just have a oddly personality, Just like me 😂

[@FatKidBrody]

Thank you for introducing me to two opals that i knew nothing about, the leopard and Honduran. I had never heard of either before. Now I'm looking for some. You're a bad influence on my opal addiction. 😅

[@PulitzerOpal]

I show opal and then people get addicted and spend their life savings and end up divorced and homeless. How do you think I feel?

[@FatKidBrody]

@@PulitzerOpal you're secretly laughing inside. 😃

[@elvisneedsboatsbennett2455]

I love the way the Honduran opal looked wet. That one is worth coating in resin.

[@jeffholmes1362]

Nice job, that hondo opal is weird stuff. I think you did a good job on the seem opal, look like a nice stone to me. Thanks for sharing, hope your grand child is doing well.

[@KIRALYW]

They are all pretty stones in my eyes. Nice one Don. I’ve been away on family business, & yet to respond in email to our last chat. I’ll explain more in the email. Congratulations to the lucky winners, who are no doubt also grinners. 😊

[@Leafbinder]

Man 3 day late , youtube notification sux lol I always learn so much on these videos Thanks.

[@shawnsisler3743]

It feels like a year since your last video. I’m in need of more patience because it’s always worth the wait.

[@kevo8137]

Can you imagine the feeling of finding a seam of fire green opal in the wall. My god!

[@JohnW-ih2xz]

Very good video. I had no knowledge about Honduran opal, I guess it is for specimen collection only. Thanks for the vid and have a great day.

[@russoliver657]

Great video and hugely intuitive. Thank

[@snyperlady77]

Poor Hondo. Hizz is very nice, though. I like that one! Good work, sir!

[@Teknojok]

Another great vid - and good results I figured. Thank You!

[@connormcmaster3843]

Hey Pulitzer, loved the video. I was wondering if you can shed some light onto the harness of opal. I have always heard that Brazilian and Mintabie material is the hardest, but how much harder is it really? I know opal ranges from 5.5-6.5 but was wondering which localities fall the high and low ends of that range.

[@johnsaucerhunter]

I find it interesting That Honduran piece wasn't really salvageable. Always enjoy your information spiced with cats and some humor.

[@saminthebox1646]

Great vid, thanks for sharing the craft

[@123bbbooobbb]

Hopefully one day you will find an Opal that wants to move to the uk. A spend its day living with me lol. Great video thx

[@hossoutdoors-n-wildlife6199]

As always thank you for the great education. I believe I have a Honduran opal. I was going to cut it but after your video, I'm having second thoughts.

[@PulitzerOpal]

Most of it is pretty solid and cuts well. The color is only small dots, but it IS opal .... fairly nice!

[@annakeye]

So many cats, and not one called 'Opal'. Though I have vague recollections of one called 'Potch'. Of course, I may be misremembering. Great vid., Colonel.

[@dylankemp9219]

Thanks for the content and helpful knowledge!!!! Always keeping a eye out for your vids, I'm new too all of this so I'm always looking to learn :D

[@mirjamwi356]

The hondurian opal looked really beautiful 🤩.

[@thegemshed]

I miss buying Steve's rough opals. He was always fair priced and great to deal with...Sadly missed😢😢

[@rogerbraddy6883]

oh colonel, welcome back, and with life / opal lessons as well, oh i do like round, biomorphic forms are ever so exciting. it is interesting that you have so many "peeps" that share opal with you, i must be hanging out with the wrong crowd. and they said they were the cool kids. best roger

[@Violet-qf8dr]

My daughter is named Opal and gets them as gifts all the time.

[@rogerbraddy6883]

@@Violet-qf8dr i have a japanese bobtail cat named miranda, she has rights does that count?

[@PulitzerOpal]

Thanks, Roger. A lot of the opal I work is sent to me to use in a video, but I often have to use my own opal (that I paid for ... usually a long time ago ... I mean ... about 10 years. I bought this one from Steve Newstrom. I didn't end up as nice as I had hoped, but ....... you never know! (mostly)

[@rogerbraddy6883]

@@PulitzerOpal oh steve newstrom, we have a governor gavin newsom, what are those odds?

[@geminitwinstryanythinggtta6554]

Love your work all of it whether it comes out good or bad can’t wait till I win a piece of it❤ ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@woofly6448]

Great opals and cute animals!

[@wayne1959]

Such a generous man you are Donald. This weeks stones were certainly a surprise.still, i love your work as usual and ps. The colt has a bit of training needed before it wins a kentucky derby.

[@PulitzerOpal]

I assumed as much, but I don’t know much about horses.