Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
This is the first time I've tested a budget-friendly faceting machine and I'm so excited to see it.
If you'd like to know more about the Fable FJM-2025 Mini, check out:
fableofficial.com/products/gem-faceting-machine-fjm-2025mini-compact-desktop-type
Fable's B2B Website:
szfable.com
If you'd like to see my faceting machine tool recommendation list, you can find it here:
drive.google.com/file/d/14NvJ89tXbRh6wIkFRljjQ607qcall20W/view?usp=sharing
I've also gotten some updated info from Fable:
The table adapter and transfer block are not included in the Mini version due to cost considerations. They will be adding the table grinder to their website soon as an optional accessory — the model will be FJA-123, available for separate purchase.
💖 If you would like to support my faceting endeavors, please become my patron: patreon.com/justinkprim
🏫 If you would like to take our faceting bootcamp class and learn to cut: facetingapprentice.com/pages/facetingbootcamp
✨ If you would like to buy faceting merch like shirts and wall prints: magusgems.com
📷 You can find me posting fun gem cutting related stuff on Instagram: instagram.com/justinkprim
🌐 You can also find my articles and stories here: justinkprim.com
🎵 Music by epidemicsound.com
#Faceting #review
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
02:10 Unboxing
03:33 Machine Setup
10:43 Mast Inspection
14:16 Table Adapter?
15:29 Defining the Review
18:48 Preforming a Stone
19:23 Dopping
20:41 Centering the Stone
21:48 Cutting the Girdle
25:47 Dopping Blocks?
29:26 Cutting the Crown Facets
46:33 Crown Facets Finished
49:00 Polishing Setup
49:34 Polishing the Crown Facets
50:40 DISASTER!
52:05 Lots of Cheater Testing
1:02:00 Polishing the Table
1:07:15 Polishing the Girdle
1:07:34 Polishing Crown Inspection
1:08:03 Transferring the Stone
1:11:26 Cutting the Pavilion Facets
1:15:18 Finished Stone Reveal
1:15:28 The Final Review Begins
1:16:53 Things the Machine is Missing
1:18:33 Other Tools You Will Need
1:19:17 Handpiece Review
1:20:14 Lamp Review
1:20:33 Upgrade-ability
1:23:30 Final Thoughts
1:24:03 Parallel Lines
1:24:35 Upgrade-ability Pt 2
1:26:00 Conclusion
1:27:01 Thank Yous
1:27:40 Gear Shopping List PDF
This is the first time I've tested a budget-friendly faceting machine and I'm so excited to see it.
If you'd like to know more about the Fable FJM-2025 Mini, check out:
fableofficial.com/products/gem-faceting-machine-fjm-2025mini-compact-desktop-type
Fable's B2B Website:
szfable.com
If you'd like to see my faceting machine tool recommendation list, you can find it here:
drive.google.com/file/d/14NvJ89tXbRh6wIkFRljjQ607qcall20W/view?usp=sharing
I've also gotten some updated info from Fable:
The table adapter and transfer block are not included in the Mini version due to cost considerations. They will be adding the table grinder to their website soon as an optional accessory — the model will be FJA-123, available for separate purchase.
💖 If you would like to support my faceting endeavors, please become my patron: patreon.com/justinkprim
🏫 If you would like to take our faceting bootcamp class and learn to cut: facetingapprentice.com/pages/facetingbootcamp
✨ If you would like to buy faceting merch like shirts and wall prints: magusgems.com
📷 You can find me posting fun gem cutting related stuff on Instagram: instagram.com/justinkprim
🌐 You can also find my articles and stories here: justinkprim.com
🎵 Music by epidemicsound.com
#Faceting #review
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
02:10 Unboxing
03:33 Machine Setup
10:43 Mast Inspection
14:16 Table Adapter?
15:29 Defining the Review
18:48 Preforming a Stone
19:23 Dopping
20:41 Centering the Stone
21:48 Cutting the Girdle
25:47 Dopping Blocks?
29:26 Cutting the Crown Facets
46:33 Crown Facets Finished
49:00 Polishing Setup
49:34 Polishing the Crown Facets
50:40 DISASTER!
52:05 Lots of Cheater Testing
1:02:00 Polishing the Table
1:07:15 Polishing the Girdle
1:07:34 Polishing Crown Inspection
1:08:03 Transferring the Stone
1:11:26 Cutting the Pavilion Facets
1:15:18 Finished Stone Reveal
1:15:28 The Final Review Begins
1:16:53 Things the Machine is Missing
1:18:33 Other Tools You Will Need
1:19:17 Handpiece Review
1:20:14 Lamp Review
1:20:33 Upgrade-ability
1:23:30 Final Thoughts
1:24:03 Parallel Lines
1:24:35 Upgrade-ability Pt 2
1:26:00 Conclusion
1:27:01 Thank Yous
1:27:40 Gear Shopping List PDF
