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2009-07-23, 9:37pm
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Hmmmm.....
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Join Date: Jul 23, 2009
Location: Castle Dale
Posts: 181
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Is this a good kiln for beadmaking?
I am looking to get started in lampworking and would like a good kiln. I know the picture isn't the best, but I am still hoping some of you will know if it's worth the money or not - $500.00, or is there another kiln better out there for around that price?
Thanks for anyones help!
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2009-07-24, 1:01am
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picking Job's Tears
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Join Date: Jan 27, 2009
Location: Hilo, Hawaii
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What picture (sorry I don't see one)? Do you have a name/make/model for it?
(No, Mike doesn't pay me for this, and I haven't turned my kiln on yet, but):
have a look at the Glasshive kilns (that's what Kalera recommended to me, and that's what I got).
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HotHead on bulk propane and a Glasshive kiln
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2009-07-24, 3:54am
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Join Date: Jun 13, 2005
Location: Hot 'n Humid SE Florida
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I have the one with a 2" bead door and I love it! Lots and lots of room for beads, and I can do PMC and fusing if I want. It's been very reliable for me. I think I paid $525 for mine.
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2009-07-24, 9:05am
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Hmmmm.....
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Join Date: Jul 23, 2009
Location: Castle Dale
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That's odd, I can see the picture. I did run across the glasshive on my search, they sounded awesome, I just don't know what I need, lol.
Here is a link to the other one http://www.ksl.com/index.php?nid=218...67&cat=&lpid=1 ......but if the ones at the glasshive are better, I would definitely go there instead.
Thanks for you help!
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2009-07-24, 11:15am
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Join Date: Jun 13, 2005
Location: Hot 'n Humid SE Florida
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Glasshive kilns are great, for sure, and you should look into them. The only thing I didn't like about the one I had was the controller -- programming the Fuji was a real pain. But, if you don't change programs much, then it's OK.
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2009-07-24, 11:18am
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In search of her path....
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Join Date: Jun 05, 2005
Location: North Seattle, WA (use to be Fort Wayne IN)
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YES! i had the one on the left withthe bigger bead door. I loved it only reason i dont have it now is it pulls 15amps which was too much for the electric in my current home and didnt feel like re rnning half a dozen lines and breakers to fix problem. It was a great kiln for me I just sold it in february and had it over 6 years never a problem i liked it because I could fuse in it easily too and do a bit larger pieces.
If you are able to pick one up with the digital controller for $500 id get it thats a steal consider most places with shipping now they are closer to $700 But it is BIG once you put it up on the spacers it stands pretty tall and its pretty big around.
I have a glasshive now and love it just as much though.
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2009-07-24, 11:25am
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Formerly Sassygirl
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Join Date: Apr 14, 2006
Location: Murrieta CA
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I have that kiln and I just adore it!!!!!!!!!It's a true workhorse and no problems in 3 years.
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2009-07-24, 3:03pm
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Hmmmm.....
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Join Date: Jul 23, 2009
Location: Castle Dale
Posts: 181
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Thanks so much for your help guys, it really makes me feel better about choosing one!
~Leslie
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