Uncut gem screams TOP BLACK OPAL I expose and polish

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  • @iancanuckistan2244
    @iancanuckistan2244 3 ปีที่แล้ว +81

    While it is stressful for you Justin, I find it exciting and also therapeutic. Watching a Master doing magic to a rock is amazing!

  • @alistairmills7608
    @alistairmills7608 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Whoever puts your videos together with the close-ups and the tunes does a truly great job. Most enjoyable relaxing, thrilling channel on TH-cam

  • @njanderson4342
    @njanderson4342 3 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    This is my favorite time to watch a good video. Perfect time slot here. My personal taste-no music.

    • @lawrencet83
      @lawrencet83 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I agree, no music. ASMR

    • @Sarah-og3mp
      @Sarah-og3mp 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I like the music, but not when he is talking :(

    • @sarapulford5957
      @sarapulford5957 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      🇬🇧 Can't stand music on any otherwise interesting videos. Totally spoils it for me.

    • @bigjake4421
      @bigjake4421 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      No music

    • @lawrencet83
      @lawrencet83 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@bigjake4421 ASMR

  • @TylerSoBored
    @TylerSoBored 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Wow the editing of these videos really take you for an emotional ride. The music choice and transitions are spot on. It effortlessly puts you in Justin's shoes and what he is feeling at that moment

    • @American-Jello
      @American-Jello 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I agree! I love the music. I think it really adds to the suspense.

  • @mtnvalley9298
    @mtnvalley9298 3 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    Watching you cut opal is like eating cashews; it's a bit addictive.
    Thanks for your efforts and I love your work!

    • @maryboorman8979
      @maryboorman8979 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I think it's more like scoffing an entire can of giant macadaemia - yep yep yep! Mmmmmm so yummy these gems!

    • @mochigote
      @mochigote 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cashews are not my jam personally. I’m almond fan.

  • @redlupo6193
    @redlupo6193 3 ปีที่แล้ว +101

    Music, NO. Our Opal Jedi being able to be heard and the fascinating sounds of a gorgeous gem emerging from rough as we've heard it all along, YES!

    • @patrickmcgovern676
      @patrickmcgovern676 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Hell yes plus in the beginning I was like what's up with the intense music and sounds? I mean cutting opal is intense enough. Don't amplify it 😂 but I love the sounds of the creating myself. It's what reminds us of the delicate, difficult, and creativity processes. That it takes in order to bring out the beauty that this world has too offer. It's also a skill factor. Please listen to me and this guy😃 we love your explanations,how you speak of the excitement as well as the downs bcuz we empathize with you. Keep it clean and keep it you Justin. Cheers

    • @patrickmcgovern676
      @patrickmcgovern676 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Even though it sounded like a pretty song. I hate FN auto tune with a passion. 😂 It baffles me that people make millions of dollars altering there voice and taking credit for it. And you Justin can hit a brick wall with some of the most skillful/ life giving work in the world. Once again.....please,keep it you 😃 we love you Justin.

    • @quercophilia
      @quercophilia 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Yeah could totally improve this by deleting the music. Nice stone and great skill bringing it out.

    • @delmarhi
      @delmarhi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I’m good with either but I will say the sound of the wheels gives so much intensity…. Drama… suspense

    • @beccagee5905
      @beccagee5905 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I agree!

  • @nzessmam
    @nzessmam 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Not keen on the music distracted from your session but loved watching the cutting - very exciting as alwsys

  • @78LedHead
    @78LedHead 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is no cutdown to any of the other opal dealers/cutters on TH-cam.... but Justin, you, sir, are hands down the cream of the crop. There's Black Opal Direct and then everybody else. You are a pleasure to watch. You are the opal whisperer.

  • @mikkelwynkoop1014
    @mikkelwynkoop1014 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I though I was going to be the only one that skipped ahead to pass the music up. Another gem in the books. Looks amazing!!!

  • @lorenrobertson8039
    @lorenrobertson8039 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Oh what a treat to wake up to! This one is beautiful to me. I really love the videos that show you taking the stone from beginning to the end Justin. Thank you for bringing such joy to me.

  • @thenodiggardener
    @thenodiggardener 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    It's a lovely stone, and I certainly enjoyed you bringing to life. Watching helped cheer what is otherwise a not so great mental health day for me today. Thanks for the timely post xx

  • @rogerelzenga4465
    @rogerelzenga4465 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    The flash on this stone is pretty insane, especially the blue/purple flash.

  • @davidmcelroy7217
    @davidmcelroy7217 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love your show! I'm a rock hound/gold panner. 62 years younger. I have always wanted to cut Jem's, rocks. You do awesome work.

    • @melhawk8045
      @melhawk8045 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      How's pickings been, lately? I'm sadly limited to fossil hunting, where I'm at, and it's too friggin cold to be out creek ratting!

  • @nancybenson1951
    @nancybenson1951 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    This does not get boring. A surprise every time.

  • @William_Borgeson
    @William_Borgeson 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I'm so glad it worked out for you, that's gorgeous and finally one out of a knobby! Have a good one!

  • @davidhuber9418
    @davidhuber9418 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    i love your silliness! and how your all business at the wheel! thank you!

  • @matthewdomeno7267
    @matthewdomeno7267 3 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    Wasn’t a fan of the music in the first half of the video. The anxiety in Justin’s voice is all the drama I need.

    • @FransBlaas1
      @FransBlaas1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      The second half is even worse.. no need for crying female singer..

  • @brendakeagle6854
    @brendakeagle6854 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love hearing Justin talk. The music in the interim was calming during a stressful cut. Thank you.

  • @lovecara1
    @lovecara1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    So stressful, but so glad you got a good stone out of it. Looks so pretty.

  • @sunnyscott4876
    @sunnyscott4876 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Never knew anything about opals before except that it is my birthstone.
    This has truly been a great learning experience. Now when I go to our local gem show I will definitely have some idea of what I am looking at.
    And buying a doublet is not a bad thing as long as you know what it is, you like it and it is affordable. Thanks so much.

    • @jamescanjuggle
      @jamescanjuggle 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      same here, i got interested because it was my birthstone and i was watching some chemistry channels recreate the stone in the lab

  • @aundreacarroll252
    @aundreacarroll252 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    My daughter and I love the music and love to watch you work the opals

  • @craighughes2191
    @craighughes2191 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Please please no music. I enjoy relaxing and watching your amazing work. No need to over dramatize with music, it's already exciting enough. Another great gem, awesome work👍

    • @AirstripBum
      @AirstripBum 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I agree!

    • @American-Jello
      @American-Jello 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I like the music. Everyone has different tastes, and volume buttons make it so everyone can have what they like.

  • @jackiecarter7815
    @jackiecarter7815 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You did a great job on that stone. Its gorgeous! Wow you're amazing! God bless you and thank you

  • @scottishwifie14
    @scottishwifie14 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a fantastic opal. Justin this video shows what skill and knowledge you have to reveal this beautiful opal out of the sand.

  • @gazdavies5581
    @gazdavies5581 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Most cutters would have quit seeing that sandy sick potch. Good cutting, nice result and a stable opal to boot. Good video.

  • @maryhumphrey3002
    @maryhumphrey3002 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    It looks like a kaleidoscope with all the colors. Beautiful stone.

  • @exidy-yt
    @exidy-yt 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I know we all wanted a nice big stone with that amazing broad flash/flagstone pattern and range of colour, but hell you still got nearly 2 carats out of it. As long as you make money on the stone, it's a winner! (and it really is pretty.) Thank you again for sharing your work with us!

  • @curtthompson4012
    @curtthompson4012 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love how you pop the top and reveal the beauty underneath

  • @AlexJBaldwin
    @AlexJBaldwin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'd just like to commend your video director! what an excellent choice of music and editing. The respect and admiration for Justin's handwork is evident.

  • @sandyposey8074
    @sandyposey8074 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Always enjoy! Love it when you get goofy! I can only imagine the stress you feel while cutting the stone but you always make something beautiful!

  • @steveshoemaker6347
    @steveshoemaker6347 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    As an old...Gold smith and jeweler....lt is a real pleasure to watch you work.....Thanks Justin...!

  • @topcat8839
    @topcat8839 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    That was a great bonus video. Again you had me on the edge of my seat Justin, but as always your masterful skill came and save the day and wowsers look at the gem you cut. Just amazing, brilliant vibrant colour!. Makes me so proud to be Australian making gems like this. Thank you Black Opal Direct, this was a wonderful surprise, great video, really entertaining, could have had a Justin dance at the end but cant have it all hey? Until Tuesday...... BOD the best!

    • @blackopaldirect
      @blackopaldirect  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for the sweet words top cat 🙏

  • @charlesmcdermott6139
    @charlesmcdermott6139 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like how the colors danced as you turned it.

  • @brandonringstad
    @brandonringstad 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fun colors that flash around. I like the stone

  • @katiej.9106
    @katiej.9106 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I cant put this down,learning so much about my obsession. Thank you many times, and then some.

  • @gardengatesopen
    @gardengatesopen 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I enjoyed both watching the stone come out, and this new time slot!
    Thanks for sharing ❤

  • @dannyhockemeyer9027
    @dannyhockemeyer9027 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your videos and especially the song choice of "Stay" for this one! Well done my friend!

  • @mkivy
    @mkivy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a beautiful piece of work Justin. That is absolutely beautiful. Guess I’m going to have to buy some more of your stuff oops that was my wife just pinched me and said quit and I said OK. Anyway I can’t wait for you to see what I got my wife Catherine made with two pieces of opal from you and I appreciate it and she loved them thank you Justin

  • @Chiknlitl
    @Chiknlitl 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Always enjoy your vids Justin. Keep up the great work!

  • @MarthaVillalta-tc9up
    @MarthaVillalta-tc9up 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello Justin, thank you for teaching and share the love you have for what you do; I really enjoy 😉 your work and have learn to appreciate and love Opal. Since I can afford your beautiful stones I love to watch hit you star with a rock and polished to a beautiful stone. Thank you for sharing and teaching you work.

  • @shevaunhandley1543
    @shevaunhandley1543 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Love the new time slot... Beautiful gem Justin, especially after sand-gate!
    A bit of constructive criticism: the music needs to be dialled back a little bit though. I did like it, but too loud for my taste and did drown Justin out a couple of times. You'll get it though Tameeka 😉💟🇦🇺 good job kiddo xx

    • @stephaniecruvant9130
      @stephaniecruvant9130 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Agree about the music! The dramatic drums, tweener vocals etc. are disruptive. I had turn off the sound to concentrate on what was happening and dial up if Justin was talking. Please, please dial down the music so we can pay attention to the actual video content.

    • @matthewkite5110
      @matthewkite5110 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I disagree. The music is barely noticable. I think the crescendo was just in time. And added to the suspense.

  • @lynneperg6853
    @lynneperg6853 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I really enjoyed the vocalist who sang the last of the music track. She had a wonderful voice. It complimented the lovely stone you cut.

    • @debbiefox6846
      @debbiefox6846 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree. It was very relaxing.

  • @debbiefox6846
    @debbiefox6846 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a beautiful Opal! Just so happy it worked out for you. I could feel your stress lol. Kept saying breathe Justin breathe. But Must say I so love your videos. 😁 They help with my anxiety & depression. I enjoyed the 2nd part of the music. Great job you guys.

  • @robertwall1102
    @robertwall1102 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That got the blood flowing! Nice stone I like the music just keep the volume down a little but nicely done!👍

  • @geoffb.6154
    @geoffb.6154 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The Maestro does it again ! ...... Love that stone !

  • @maryannkom299
    @maryannkom299 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You’re so natural and relaxed in front of the camera, and personally I loved the music.

  • @frangipaniriver6285
    @frangipaniriver6285 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful opal,well done. It's the sound of the cutting that is so relaxing.

  • @sandmaker
    @sandmaker 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I hope your blood pressure isn't going up and down as much as mine as I'm watching you. So happy you were able to get such a beautiful opal. The colors are wonderful and the colors are great. Be happy, safe and stay healthy and 😷⚒

  • @garyhenderson7332
    @garyhenderson7332 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done Justin, beautiful flag stone pattern , can you amagin the beauty that’s in the ground , that will never be found.

  • @markmcarthy596
    @markmcarthy596 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I thought this was one of your better produced videos-your mood, tone of your voice and background music had Me entranced.
    Peace and Health Justin

  • @natashanewman2296
    @natashanewman2296 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love when the title leaves the mystery open. I love getting to discover what is revealed as you see it

  • @frankmccain4359
    @frankmccain4359 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love seeing a big win with beautiful colors having black or gray base

  • @sumandas7703
    @sumandas7703 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    your videos are so satisfying... i see them to relax or before falling to sleep.

  • @rlieberherr
    @rlieberherr 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    thanx for showing it to us Justin!!

  • @FirehorseCreative
    @FirehorseCreative 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Music or no music- I learn something every time! Beautiful stone! Sorry it didn't go black! Thanks Justin!

  • @farrenrohana
    @farrenrohana 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congratulations! I Love all the colors but the yellow is my favorite!

  • @lenwenzel7440
    @lenwenzel7440 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I can't imagine being able to do such fine work with all that adrenaline. Well done Justin.

  • @cazrelda169
    @cazrelda169 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You make it look so easy. Beautiful stone.

  • @jeremyallen7117
    @jeremyallen7117 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Watching you has inspired me to start cutting stones. My latest stones are some way beautiful purple jade. I’d love to send a picture!

  • @jamesbarisitz4794
    @jamesbarisitz4794 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great patches of colour flash! Throws lots for a little guy.👍

  • @bobjackman8654
    @bobjackman8654 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely gorgeous stone and love the tune that started at 14:51 into your video. Thank you again for sharing Justin. I really enjoy your work.

  • @Lulu-jl5zd
    @Lulu-jl5zd 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great gem... very saleable I would have thought. I have had a browse throught the comments and after the recent trials and tribulations I enjoyed the music as it expressed your feelings and not trying to represent the stone itself. Your trepidation and that somewhat dreamlike emotion as finally one came good. As a musician what I can say is it's not always about the piece - sometimes it is about the artist. Great video!

  • @obieobrien5883
    @obieobrien5883 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It’s absolutely beautiful! Your antics are too much 😂❤️😂

  • @kyougruber7063
    @kyougruber7063 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your videos are mesmerizing!!! Thank you for turning me on to some awesome music!!!!!

  • @theresabraddock9310
    @theresabraddock9310 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Tension palpable! Be happy J it's a beautiful stone! I'd like that one myself on a ring with all the patchy rainbow colors! Beautiful! :)

  • @songbirdscreations-MargaretS
    @songbirdscreations-MargaretS 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Turned out beautiful Justin! I always enjoy watching your videos! I have learned so much fron you!

  • @timshamblin1223
    @timshamblin1223 ปีที่แล้ว

    That piece went from 0 to hero fast, I can tell you care about each one you cut, great job!

  • @seanrawlinson8565
    @seanrawlinson8565 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love opal. Good for so many different things. Glass art work, obviously jewelry. This is absolutely awesome though.

  • @statewench2828
    @statewench2828 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks likr better days are ahead! Beautiful stone.

  • @elizabethcave7666
    @elizabethcave7666 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the purple in this stone.

  • @whybutwhy4137
    @whybutwhy4137 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Yes I did enjoy this video. I know it can be disappointing when your opal does not cut the way you were hoping but I believe it’s still a winner. We learn so much from you and your videos so that’s a winner in my book... it might not pay for the chicken dinner but still a winner nonetheless.
    My daughter said to me mom is he famous and and I asked why... she said you are always watching his videos. I told her yes he is famous in my book.❤️ then she told me I was weird lol

  • @insolentstickleback3266
    @insolentstickleback3266 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bit of a hand wringer, made me drink my coffee in double time 🤪 Sure turned out nice in the end! Have a lovely day!

  • @scottcaley6555
    @scottcaley6555 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a fantastically produced video! Suspense, great music selection, and the best of the best of Justin! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @sounds.like.onomatopoeia
    @sounds.like.onomatopoeia 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    love the production and editing.

  • @codyroberts3485
    @codyroberts3485 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love your video's, watched them all and always wait for the next. I wish we could see were the opals go, like the jewelry there set in and all. Keep up the great work, subscriber for life 💚

  • @graemethomson5167
    @graemethomson5167 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Such dramatic music so tense
    Stayed awake right to the dob stick
    then circumed to the Cruzy music
    at the end....Nice 😘

  • @hendrikknijpstra2159
    @hendrikknijpstra2159 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a nice gem🤗, really beautiful😍.

  • @styx85
    @styx85 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really thought you had something bigger there when I saw that black. Well done, though. What an art.

  • @bobbimorris1819
    @bobbimorris1819 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That stone is a beauty!

  • @ralphferrara5152
    @ralphferrara5152 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hey Justin, stone came out really nice. At times you just don’t know how the outcome will be until you start grinding away. I enjoy your videos and look forward to seeing more.😊

  • @vipercreatchure1766
    @vipercreatchure1766 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Im normally a metalhead but its not a bad tune and the stones amazing as always.

  • @christivbosch565
    @christivbosch565 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Greetings from USA, Indiana. What a great way to start off my day, Justin cutting opals, strong cup of coffee and a beautiful sunrise. I'm off to a great start 😊 Have a GREAT day!!!!

  • @garymorgan8915
    @garymorgan8915 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Finally, oh wow is that purple flashing there,looks like you got all the rainbow colors

  • @danniles5256
    @danniles5256 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful color,Looks like flagstone.I also like the music.

  • @mphmph1198
    @mphmph1198 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm heading to the Denver Gem, Fossil and Mineral Show next week, and will be using everything I've learned from these videos. Thanks!

  • @tuckersossaman4485
    @tuckersossaman4485 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Still my favorite gem ever was that script pattern, even with the hole in it, that was the most beautiful piece ever

  • @syedmaricar9946
    @syedmaricar9946 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic sand, stones and people it brings together .

  • @Quickfingerhg1
    @Quickfingerhg1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    No idea how i ended up here, I've watched a couple of these videos tho and I must say, Awesome process, cool guy. great editing. I'm impressed.

  • @mariaherlihy2380
    @mariaherlihy2380 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lovely bit there, good work.

  • @sheilaabayateye1558
    @sheilaabayateye1558 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another intense one Justin. But what a great stone.

  • @duanekennard3298
    @duanekennard3298 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hope everything is going good for you over there my friend from across the pond !
    Stay safe and healthy !

  • @markf5653
    @markf5653 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for sharing your experiences and hopefully the luck turns with this rather beautiful piece.

  • @AO-lq9dq
    @AO-lq9dq 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love it Justin! So motivating to get me into cutting and recording amazing videos like this. I have my own style but need the proper tools to cut the opals, working hard and saving everything

  • @virginiasullivan1040
    @virginiasullivan1040 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful stone, it was worth every breath I didn't take. LOL Good job. Thank you very much.

  • @cathifamjourney469
    @cathifamjourney469 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's beautiful!! I really like the flagstone pattern! Good job Justin 👏 👍 👌 💜❤💙💚

  • @undefinedfreedom8580
    @undefinedfreedom8580 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I find even the porch is beautiful. Would be happy to have a piece of jewellery made out of it.

  • @karenpinson759
    @karenpinson759 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow! I didn't know that opals could come this dark. It is magnifient.

  • @lunastaffy6327
    @lunastaffy6327 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this Opal, well done

  • @iseeyou736
    @iseeyou736 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    A joy to watch with my morning coffee😊

  • @maryboorman8979
    @maryboorman8979 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Justin it's a beaut mate! A variety of bright colour - very, very pretty gem! Not too shabby at all. Well done you~ :-) MQH