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Started by Jparish, 05/19/2005 01:54AM
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Robert Parish
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Join Date: May 2005

Location: Tyler tx, US

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Hey Guys,

I am about to start grinding my first mirror. 4.5" pyrex mirror. Does anyone have any first timer pointers(would be greatly appreciated)? I have read three books and feel worried about screwing something up. :S

Thanks,
R.P.
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Posted 05/19/2005 03:24AM | Edited 05/20/2005 09:12AM #1
Bob Chester
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Location: Seattle WA, US

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Dive right in, I'm sure you will be just fine. The only advice I have for you at this point is to do a really good cleaning between grits. This includes changing clothes. A stay grain of #80 grit can cause nightmares. Patience is king - examine the surface with a lupe or magnifier to insure uniform smoothness before moving to the next grit.
And most importantly---- have fun.
Bob
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6" ƒ/6.5 homeground newt. - 981mm fl.
10" ƒ/4.85 homeground dob. - 1231mm fl.



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