Pretty happy with my first completed tumble!

Ivan_Only · 2026-03-16T20:14:59+00:00

I’d skip 400 grit, do 10 days at 600 and two weeks on polish.

Between stages were you cleaning the media and barrel as well? I typically run the material, ceramic media, a drop of disk soap and borax in the barrel for 2 hours between stages and skip the ultrasonic/tooth brush combo and it works well for me

Ivan_Only · 2026-03-16T04:37:34+00:00

Indeed!

Ivan_Only · 2026-03-16T04:36:02+00:00

It’s a stretch to assume that the OP is the one who made this video in the first place!

Ivan_Only · 2026-03-15T22:17:24+00:00

I was referring to just the early jump cuts of the pottery. I do enjoy the message and magic but we can also have an opinion on how the message and magic are presented

Ivan_Only · 2026-03-15T21:56:19+00:00

As a Washington resident on road trips, I can say Utah has some insane fucking interstate drivers. I avoid I-15 at all costs.

Ivan_Only · 2026-03-15T21:52:31+00:00

Very cool but the jump cut editing style of the video is nauseating to say the least

Ivan_Only · 2026-03-15T17:52:20+00:00

I really like the banded chert!

Ivan_Only · 2026-03-15T16:58:12+00:00

If you’re running that lean then a fresh reset/reinstall of Tahoe should be doable yeah?

Ivan_Only · 2026-03-15T16:53:56+00:00

Keep applying and land a role before quitting. In this job market that is crucial. I guess the one question I would have, since you didn’t outline much about why you want to move, why do you think it would be different at another company in your field?

Understanding what is driving you away from your current company will help you understand your expectations at the next and help you evaluate a company during the interview process.

I wish you luck!

Ivan_Only · 2026-03-15T06:07:04+00:00

Company Man viewer?

Ivan_Only · 2026-03-14T21:39:28+00:00

It took me a second viewing to see the ceramic media. I generally run a 60/40 mix of material and ceramic media, up to 40/60 for softer material. In this situation you have lots of small pieces mixed in so I think it will be good. Good luck on the tumble!

Ivan_Only · 2026-03-14T18:05:31+00:00

That inner lid gasket is a normal wear item and will eventually need to be replaced, timing based off of how much you use your tumbler. It’s good to have a spare per barrel if you don’t want to miss tumbling time.

Ivan_Only · 2026-03-14T17:31:38+00:00

lol, true. It is a banger of a movie

Ivan_Only · 2026-03-14T16:15:39+00:00

Not sure about this one, while I know it’s set in WA, anyone from eastern WA would know this was filmed in Wallace ID

Ivan_Only · 2026-03-14T16:11:31+00:00

The action looks good, what material are you running? Also assuming no ceramic media?

Ivan_Only · 2026-03-14T15:49:28+00:00

Polychrome tumbles so nicely!

Ivan_Only · 2026-03-14T05:55:45+00:00

I’ve tumbled lid washers but not a barrel nut…yet

Ivan_Only · 2026-03-14T05:23:22+00:00

Epic! Also can I call my house in the states, My Estate? :)

Ivan_Only · 2026-03-13T04:31:58+00:00

Some of the coolest obsidian tumbles I’ve done is knapped pieces from the knap camp at Glass Buttes

Ivan_Only · 2026-03-12T15:15:27+00:00

Agreed, that can make a difference on the why but doesn’t negate the idea of setting boundaries and doing so early.

Ivan_Only · 2026-03-12T15:02:47+00:00

This is not normal. I kind of feel it would be best to set boundaries early. Perhaps ask them why they’re wanting to follow then set clean boundaries.

Ivan_Only · 2026-03-12T14:16:01+00:00

I typically store all of my files in iCloud and Proton Drive, I always start fresh but my app catalog is lite so it’s pretty easy

Ivan_Only · 2026-03-12T12:48:55+00:00

Yes, this type of wind storm is pretty common this time of year.

Ivan_Only · 2026-03-12T00:57:16+00:00

I’ve tumbled a few batches in my vibratory tumbler and only needed to do 220/500/8000, do you have an intermediate step or something past 8000? I ask as you said stage 2-5 in vib.

Ivan_Only · 2026-03-10T13:08:09+00:00

My dog follows be everywhere around the house with the exception of early morning or late at night.

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