I'm just getting the itch to get back into glass after multiple career changes. What groups are people joining to find information similar to this site? Facebook has turned into something I hardly...

I was curious if anyone knew as to why production stopped and if anyone knew if it was going to come back? I've read brief details on this forum about Trautman making white in China then the...

This is a question about the opaque, solid, bumpy texture white rod from China.
Does anyone know why this color is not available anymore? Is there a reason for it's disappearance?
Personally, I...

sold

For Sale:
Nortel Ranger Hand Torch (older style)
(Same face as a standard Nortel Minor)

$75.00 Shipping Included
Will only ship in the USA
Pay via PayPal

Torch works but the candles are...

I appreciate the comments from everyone.

I found this article that might be valuable to others trying to make their own calculations and annealing schedules customized to their work.

Casting -...

Disclosure: Long post – buckle up. I’ve tried to do this all accurately with references – I could have easily made a mistake.
Searching for annealing schedules from what I would deem trusted...

- Any time I see new Pyrex glass products in the store I get slightly sad knowing it's not made of borosilicate.
- Whenever I buy cheap new drinking glasses, I examine each one to find the most...

Looks like it is the same setup as a Major or Redmax. Small fire on top. Large fire on bottom.
This image is from Bethlehem Burners facebook page.

Pricing seems strange though...
Stacks 1 =...

Hey jkube,

Hope you had a good time at the show, any word on the above question?
Really like what you've done!

On the one I have, I used two inline valves. One for gas and one for oxygen. I leave the valve on the torch in the open position (mine isn't very precise).
If you want to limit the width of the...

Propane and Oxygen. Make sure to turn on the propane first. Turn it WAY up, big propane ONLY flame. Then gently crack open oxygen and adjust SLOWLY. Good ribbon burner, but if you hit the oxygen...

jkube - what was the final runout on the head stock and tail stock of your lathe? After dialed in, does the runout change over time? Great idea!

Not to beat a dead horse, but can you explain more by what "wrong position" he had the regulator in?
What would cause it to ignite other than some contaminate inside the regulator?
Would be good to...

Looks really neat!

How has it worked out for you?

Can you post more pictures about how you setup the tailstock with the drive shaft?

Any videos of it in action?

Thanks for sharing!

I'm very glad someone said all this.

I know you are moving the setup - GOOD.

None of this should be done near a bed. Or inside a home (in my opinion).

Always think worst case scenario. ...

Thanks for the suggestions!

Looks like I'll:
1) Crush it down
2) Bag it
3) Box it

I'm curious about how everyone handles their glass scrap/waste/trash that lives in a residential setting.

In a commercial environment it is easy:
- Throw glass scrap in a metal bin (make sure it...

DustyG, can you post up pictures/videos of your DIY lathe? Would love to see it.

Can't wait to see future progress!

Great deal for someone! Bump for a good deal.

Can we see some pictures of what this new filter looks like compared to the old? Also what melting glass looks like through the new lens material vs. the old?

I'm sorry your order went south. Adding my own personal experience with Paragon just to show the flip side -

I have had exceptionally good customer service experiences with paragon and would...

Thanks for the clarification. This is a great sale for trying out new stuff. Thanks!

Illuminati is not part of the sale? The discount is not working for it in the cart, but is working for other items.