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Lap Progression Guide

Lap Progression Guide

Posted on July 20, 2023


Are you attempting to cut a new material for the first time?

Wondering which approach is best?  Between knowing which grit might cause a sapphire to orange peel, or how coarse is too coarse for kunzite, sometimes what is most needed is guide. And here we have one! This guide was created by Tenacious Faceting based on his experience working with the different materials he commonly uses. First posted on the Faceting Discord, this is a very useful guide if you’re wondering what might work for you. 

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