How to Get a Mirror Finish on a Flat Lap @willorocks

Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

How to get a mirror finish on a flat lap starts with the right movement, proper scratch removal, and patience at every stage. In this Short, I show the flat lap polishing technique that helps rocks and cabochons shine without a cloudy finish, including why a figure-8 pattern and checking scratches between stages matters.

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