OR do I need a Bigfoot, Pixie, Genie or Titan for my Lapidary grinding, sanding and polishing.
These are all Great products made by the leader in Lapidary wheels, Diamond Pacific.And although they look similar they really are different. All of these machines gee with Nova and Galaxy wheels, these diamond embedded wheels are HANDS down the best of the best when it gees to cutting and polishing. The only difference will be how much you use them and how often you have to replace them!! They all feature self contained units, just add water to the tray, plug them in and they are ready to form some beautiful cabochons!!
SPACE - If space is your main issue maybe the BIGFOOT is for you. This SMALL footprint machine has a BIG machine usability it evenhas a 4" trim saw attatchment (available separately). In a self contained storage box this little machine is only 12" widex 11" deep! It includes all 6 wheels and storage space for accessories, with the handy carry handle this machine will travel anywhere you want to go!! At only 16 lbs your not going to kill yourself carrying it either. The drawback to this machine is the tiny wheels, they are only 2 3/8" and will need more maintaince than a larger machine. However, for the motorhome or traveling to fairs or shows, this machine has it all. Trim Saw ability, small footprint, all stages of grinding to finish polish for up to a 52 x 38 with NO PROBLEMS at ALL!! This is a VERY EFFICIENT MACHINE. Find a Bigfoot
The BIGFOOT w/accessories The PIXIE
DELICATE STONES - OK, you like to work with the softer stuff you say!! Turquoise and Opals really are what you LOVE!! Well, the long time favorite for OPAL workers has been the PIXIE. Thismachine weighsless than30 lbs and easily sets up on a kitchen table or workbench. This has been my favorite machine, with all 6 4" wheels in order you only flip the switch to start on the stone of your choice. This machine hs a Jewelers Kit (available separately) that turns it into a buffer for metal polishing as well. A versatile machine that will do a small cab to a flat with no problems!!Find a Pixie
CARVING or I WANT IT ALL- Oh, so you want ONE machine to DO IT ALL!! Good for you!! The GENIE may be the machine for you. This heavy duty gem maker is a SUPER CHOICE, The GENIE is a great machine that has the MOST attatchments available (each available separately)for the MOST VERSATILITY. This machine has a Jewelers Kit for buffing and metal polishing, A Full set of Carving wheels, a Boxer for mitered corners for gemstone boxes, 8" Trim Saw that has a unique angle block that allows you to finish trim the edges of your cabs at a ten degree angle!! This gives you a head start on grinding the bezel of your cab - this saves time, effort and money!! - less wear on your grinding wheels!!Speaking of which this machine gees equipt with 6 6" Nova and Galaxy wheels to finish your cabs or flats. This machine is the true BUSY BEE of the Diamond Pacificline. Everyone that Iknow that has one LOVES IT and as you can see the wide range of this machine will keep you VERY busy with LOTS of projects! Find a Genie
The GENIE The TITAN
RUGGED, TOUGH, BIG GUY HEAVY DUTY GEM MAKER - Like big polished Agate slices or slabs and don't want to spend all day polishing it!! Maybe the TITAN is the machine for you. with it's BIG 7 5/8" wheelsand larger 1" shaft this machine isthe fast and efficient choice of many dedicated hobbyists and professional cutters. The large capacity makes short work of grinding and polishing those bigger projects. At 150 lbs this machine is NOT to be taken lightly!! Find a Titan
I hope this helps you decide which machine may fit into YOUR lapidary worklife!! Let me know if we can answer any questions or if there is other info you think we should add to this guide to make it more helpful. Please be sure to vote as your viewing does not count for the guideotherwise!!! Thanks so much and have a great day!!
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