The final run on my first attempt tumbling gem stones, was it a successful?

In this video, I reveal the final results from my very first attempt at rock tumbling using the National Geographic starter kit along with some extra found filler stones! After running through coarse, medium, pre-polish, and the final polish stage, things didn't turn out quite as shiny as expected. Join me as I do a full breakdown and close-up look at each stone (Jaspers, Rose Quartz, Amethyst, Sodalite, Tiger's Eye, and more) and investigate what might have gone wrong—from grit contamination to broken stone edges. If you are an experienced rock tumbler, I’d love to hear your advice! Drop your tips, tricks, and feedback in the comments below. ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro & Final Stage Reveal 01:28 – Inspecting the Lack of Shine & Culprit Theories 05:45 – Close-Up Look: Tiny Fragments & Aventurine 07:50 – Agate & Black Jasper 08:34 – Red Jasper & the "Brick" Stone 13:10 – Sodalite Reveal 13:45 – Rose Quartz Inspection & Broken Edges 17:04 – Amethyst & Tiger's Eye 20:07 – Found Filler Stones & the "Humbug" Stone 23:30 – Channel Update & Future Project Previews 26:45 – Final Thoughts & Wrap Up 💬 Let’s Chat: What do you think caused the dull finish—grit contamination, barrel issues, or broken stones? What stones or hobbies should we try next? 🔔 Subscribe to In Granddads Foot steps to follow along as we explore traditional hobbies, crafts, and pastimes! Don't forget to like the video if you enjoyed following the journey. #RockTumbling #Lapidary #Gemstones #NationalGeographic #RockTumbler #DIYHobbies #InGranddadsFootsteps