Before investing in an expensive piece of equipment, learn how to examine these gem faceting machine features, so you can get the best tool for your needs.
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While in Tucson for the big gem show, I went to one of the larger manufacturers to look over their latest faceting machine. The new model had so many bells and whistles I suspected it could even make your morning coffee.
A lady standing next to me asked if I knew how to facet.
“Yes,” I replied. “I’ve cut professionally for more than 18 years.”
She then asked if I could help her. She wanted to buy a faceting machine but needed some information first. Well, the question wasn’t out of her mouth a split second before a salesperson emerged out of a cloud of dust.
Before the dust could settle, he asked her: “What are you going to use it for?”
“I’m thinking of having it wire-wrapped and wearing it around my neck,” she answered. “What the heck do you think I’m going to use it for?”
Of course, the salesperson should have asked a better question. There are some questions you need to address before buying a faceting machine:
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While in Tucson for the big gem show, I went to one of the larger manufacturers to look over their latest faceting machine. The new model had so many bells and whistles I suspected it could even make your morning coffee.
A lady standing next to me asked if I knew how to facet.
“Yes,” I replied. “I’ve cut professionally for more than 18 years.”
She then asked if I could help her. She wanted to buy a faceting machine but needed some information first. Well, the question wasn’t out of her mouth a split second before a salesperson emerged out of a cloud of dust.
Before the dust could settle, he asked her: “What are you going to use it for?”
“I’m thinking of having it wire-wrapped and wearing it around my neck,” she answered. “What the heck do you think I’m going to use it for?”
Of course, the salesperson should have asked a better question. There are some questions you need to address before buying a faceting machine:
…
Before investing in an expensive piece of equipment, learn how to examine these gem faceting machine features, so you can get the best tool for your needs.
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