gemstone faceting machine

[kawman]

found this on ebay.. It is advertised as a opal cutter...It looks more like a faceting machine...zoom in on the calibrating gear on the mast.. I would buy it if it were closer... http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Stone-Po...dustrial_Mining_Equipment&hash=item2ed2c9cb71

 

[Syndyne]

Definitely a faceting machine as you say kawman. Opal cutting machines use vertical/upright 6" and 8" wheels.

We do use something similar as a flat lap machine for flattening off crystal opal and potch to make doublets when needed.

Looks like it's got a few years under it's belt!
Cheers,
Shauno.