How much fire can an opal have? We cut it 

Your statement that out of the thousands of opals you’ve cut, perhaps only 50 were black crystal opals, is quite a ratio of rarity! Your work and your videos add a color on color dimension to my life. Thank you!

Dear Justin, nowadays your channel is one of the few things on the entire internet / media that really brings joy to me! I certainly hope that you have plenty of apprentices to pass on your amazing skills, because you are IMHO a living world treasure! Thanks for the beauty!!! 🙌🏼🤩🙏🏼💗😁🖖🏼

The depth of the gem is awesome

Well, that clinches it. Crystal opal is my favorite type of opal. Between the crystal opal in the last video and this one, I am in love. The colors in both opals are phenomenal. Thanks for sharing these beautiful gems.

Beautiful gem, I'm actually surprised at your estimate considering how rare that opal is! Seemed very reasonably priced. And as a more general comment, I just wanted to say that I was never into gems, gem cutting, etc... until I watched your videos. At this point I've watched most if not all of your videos and am absolutely captivated every time, and always looking for the latest ones. You do great work, it's interesting every time, and your narration is great. I appreciate seeing you and Tamika at work, keep it up!

I don't think I've ever made a comment on your channel, I've been watching for a couple of years now. This, in my humble opinion, is one of your best offerings. The angles and the clarity of the shots... really nice my down under brother. Not to mention the absolutely beautiful gem you cut. I always daydream when I watch your videos, that when I win the lottery, I will fly to Australia and meet you in person to buy stones for me and my two sons to make in to rings. It's apparent that you're a really good human being and I feel trust when you discuss your profession. I guess I thought it was about time that I let you know I appreciate you. You're a really nice and goofy guy. My friends nicknamed me "goofy" in high school...maybe that's why I relate to you. Peace.

I have a problem with your videos. Since I started watching a few weeks ago, I find myself watching till the wee hours of the night! I can’t help myself, I’m mesmerized by your work.

Gorgeous!! Worth $6000?! Wow!! Since both sides are so beautiful it would be nice as a pendant where both the front and back open and visible, the stone held in place around the edge. This way the wearer can pick which side to have on display.

Watching you work is a thing of beauty in itself with the added bonus of that beautiful, beautiful gem as a result. Thank you for all of your hard work on these videos. Even as a person who has no affiliation with any kind of gem work, just a spectator, I love the videos and the gems.

I never thought opal cutting would make me hold my breath, but it does!

I like it when you discuss the amount you paid for the rough opal and then I can see how it increased with your cutting. Thanks

Justin, I hope you'll consider a long form Q&A in the future. I really enjoy hearing your responses and the interesting questions from the greatest fans on RU-vid.

I said that stone was going to be a dazzler, turned into a little charmer too. Love that stone.

i think these kind of opals are my favs. especially since it's double sided. If I had this opal, I'd call it the "earth stone" cause those stunning blues and greens.

That stone is so lovely, it nearly brings tears to my eyes. Such a stunner!

Thanks for taking us from rough to finish. I really enjoy the entire process. Beautiful stone.

Yes i do love your videos too that's for sure and it's so enjoyable to watch you work your magic on those opals! Good luck with everything, take care, lots of love to all at BOD! Susanne

Very enjoyable cut. I like the music too. It's fitting when you're watching a Master at work. The stone is stunning. Great job!!

Well done Justin, as always quite informative. Even when you aren't talking. The silence conveys what you are learning about the open. Thanks and God bless.

That colour is so gorgeous and refreshing, it made me want to dive right into it. You've got opals covered my man 💖

Love watching all your opal Cutting. Hopefully I can make it down to Tucson one day to meet you guys!

Beautiful gem. I really enjoy the dark stones like that. It seems to enhance the color sitting on it. The fact it turned double sided was pretty exciting to see your reaction to that. Nice work.

I Definitely enjoyed the process. It's been awhile since we got to see such a beauty from start to finish 👍🏻 I think I saw a bit of purple flash on the Floral side? It's generous to price it that low. Rarity in mind. What do I know? Though I follow the best 😎

The production value on this cut is just as great as the gem itself. It’s great to see how far your content has come

Always take us on a great journey, thanks.

Azul ;) has always been my favorite color. Watching that stone being transformed into a beautiful gem was wonderful. There is a certain bit spiritualness in your videos that adds an extra dimension of calmness and relaxation to them. Thank you for sharing

I would love to come to Australia and go on one of those tours where you get to dig your own opals .

Always nice to see you pop up in my notifications. I will be happy with 14.28 minutes, but I always hope for more time from you. Still happy to see your work.

You have unbelievable talent Justin! Your father taught you very well, amazing work as always

Wow, what an amazing gem, I think I like this one better than many other stones youve shown off. It’s just so darn pretty 🤩

Love the commentary! Touch by touch...evaluate...another touch. Careful cut. A bit of grinding and shaping... And then by almost magic a work of art! Question: there were cuts in the video. What is the total time for cutting and polishing?

Such a beautiful surprise. I would love to design a necklace "basket" for that to be a 2 sided necklace! It's a beautiful gem.

I love flower, but when you turned it over my 👀 eyes got really big. Yes that was a very beautiful cut. Thank you for sharing your workmanship.

I can't believe the colour of that gem.... Simply celestial

Love your skill and confidence as you evaluate and work these opals.

Yesssss! So excited for the new content. Much love

That's truly a unique gem, just beautiful.

I guess as an opal cutter you live for rare opals like this one to bring out its beauty for everyone to see.

I love watching you work!

Beautiful sample! And great video as always 💎

Been a fan of your channel for a while and this is one of my favorite stones you've cut. To have it be so pure and yet such a dark color is really amazing.

That was absolutely gorgeous!!! I so enjoy watching you!!!

I'm speechless! What a beautiful opal. Thank you for sharing this one with us Justin. Great job!

Can never get enough of these beautiful opals! Thanks for sharing your art!

Thank you, Justin.

I saw the finished gem on Instagram this morning, but only just getting chance to watch the cut this evening. What a stunner!

Nice one Justin. There's something satisfying about producing something new and beautiful and putting it out into the world for people to enjoy.

You do absolutely amazing stuff with these gems. You truly get the most out of them.

Wow! Love watching that color come up as you worked!

Justin your videos are amazing! Its inspired me to start my own hobby at home in the UK! It was a pleasure bumping into you at lightning ridge the other week (sorry it happened to be at the bore baths haha!) Always excited when your notifications pop up!

Wow, another beautiful gem from mother earth to BOD! Ya gotta love the nobbies...

Flipping gorgeous, an honor to see it cut.

STUNNING!!! LOVED OPALS FOR A LONG LONG TIME!!!

Absolutely gorgeous stone!

I go back and rewatch some of these videos, recognizing the gems and wanting to see some of them again, as one would with a beautiful new friend.

Couldn’t this stone be made into a pendant that’s reversible? I think it would be gorgeous. I love watching your channel and seeing what you get from the rough. Keep doing you ❤️🔥

Congratulations, Justin. I enjoyed watching you cut that beauty. Thanks. *TYU*

i had dentist surgery this past Friday and trying to mentally deal the pain is hard. but watching you cut a stone into a one of a kind work of art, just for a little bit there i felt better and smiling the hole time

Excellent cut. Welcome back.

What a ripper of a gem. Great job Justin!

Stunning piece, Justin.

Love the journey Justin! From rocks to gems & pretty swiftly too..magnificent!

one of the best cuts i have seen yet...amazing stone wow!

Only stumbled upon your channel this week and am so glad I did. My favourite gemstones have always been opals, I love the way each one 'speaks'. I never get tired of visiting Coober Pedy and Lightning Ridge.

I agree Justin, what a gem.

As soon as you sliced through it and revealed what was in the center of the stone, it was pretty clear this was going to be something special. Wonderful!

Great job👏 love the camera work and mellow background music, very relaxing to watch.

It’s always hard not to fast forward to the end 😂 I can’t do it

Great work Justin! Love watching that play of color develop like a Polaroid as your cutting. Terrific piece

These videos are so relaxing and interesting to watch. Beautiful work, and beautiful gems.

Your videos are a mix of relaxation and admiration for the passion you have for this work ❤️

I fell in love with this Opal !

❤ Love to watch you work, its so enjoyable. Thanks for sharing.

I absolutely love watching your videos. You do such beautiful work!!!

This has to be one of my most favorite gems you’ve cut over the years! Man I hope you can bring it to Denver for your upcoming visit. It would be a privilege to lay eyes on such a beauty. I’m beyond tempted to scrounge up an extra $6,000 and buy it myself. 💯 Beautiful work!

Thanks for another creat cut, Justin! I just noticed you are not far off 200K… amazing how your channel has grown!

I held my breath while you were taking off that last bit of sand! So happy for you that it turned out to be such a beautiful gem!

Once again brilliant!

I’ve just found your channel and had to subscribe. As a direct stone sculptor, I’m fascinated by your process and appreciate your enthusiasm. Always so exciting to dig into a stone and reveal its amazing secrets. Looking forward to watching more of your videos! Cheers from Florida!

These videos are my absolute favorite of yours to watch. When you give us these special moments where we get to see the stone from start to finish. Absolutely brilliant and as always beautiful work Sir.

Wow, that is one of the best opals I have seen you cut

As mesmerizing as always to watch the colour and beauty of opal being revealed ☺

I’ve learned a lot from you over the years. I’ve been cutting opals for 25 years plus. Thanks for your videos. It would be nice if you could make a few videos about beginners cutting opals. Thanks again and I enjoy every minute of every video.

Hi Justin, you have crafted that stone into a stunning gem. Watching you work on that piece in the video was one of those that keeps you glued to the screen and it didn’t disappoint with the back of that piece revealing such great colour & pattern. Always a great view watching you work on these opals. Keep Safe & Keep Rockin

Absolutely spectacular!!!

Loved it!!!!

Easily one of the best Opal cutters in the world. I know it doesn’t go right every time but the amount of times you get it right and your eye for the “gem” in the rough is outstanding and I hope you teach others your amazing techniques so this priceless knowledge gets passed on to future cutters of your caliber

Stunning Justin!! 😍

What a beauty of a two-sided gem.

Glorious gem! I also noticed more & different camera angles getting worked in, I hope that means you're getting a handle on those technical difficulties post reno. I like the development of your videos, I think you all are heading in a good direction.

Very beautiful and a excellent job shaping it!! Enjoyed your video and I gave it a Thumbs Up

What a beautiful colour, I am in love😍

Thank you!!!!

Nice to see the green flash come out in the polish

So beautiful!

Such a beauty - if you finally leave any of it by sanding it off - that is ... Love those side to side colored stones !! Superb

This was a beautiful example of the complete control you have over the stone. Those moves took years to learn!

Outstanding gem!

Hi Justin, that turned out beautifully. I was shopping around online and found a Gem TV they sale jewelry. They had a turn table full of opal rings and pendants . They were saying this is the best Black Lightning Ridge opal . I thought yeah right not one was a black opal thanks to you I know better.

That is absolutely amazing! Thanks for sharing that!