26pcs High-Precision Gemstone Dop Stick Set for Lapidary Faceting & Cabbing

The 26pcs High-Precision Gemstone Dop Stick Set provides lapidary artists, faceters, and cabochon cutters with a comprehensive selection of precision-machined dop sticks designed for secure gemstone mounting during faceting and cabbing operations.

Key Features

• Comprehensive 26-Piece Selection: Features flat-end, cone (cup), and V-groove dop geometries in stepped diameter increments to securely hold rough and preformed stones of any shape or size.
• Precision Machined Shanks: True, concentric shanks ensure exact alignment with faceting machine transfer jigs, dop arms, and mechanical faceting heads.
• Superior Thermal Properties: Quality metal construction conducts heat evenly for smooth dop wax melting and solid bonding, preventing stone loosening under grinding friction.
• Organized Storage & Handling: Stepped sizes enable effortless stone transfer between pavilion and crown faceting steps.

Recommended Applications

• Precision gemstone faceting (crown, pavilion, and table cutting).
• Cabochon grinding, doming, and edge contouring.
• Small stone detailing and precision micro-carving holding.

Operating Guidelines

• Warm the dop stick gently over a dop station or alcohol lamp flame before applying dop wax.
• Center the preformed stone carefully to ensure axial alignment before the wax solidifies.
• Allow the wax to cool thoroughly to room temperature before beginning grinding or faceting.