1980 BEACON STAR LAPIDARY CATALOG + PRICE GUIDE

First of all, this is a rare and complete Beacon Star Lapidary Catalog. Consequently, this booklet is 41 pages in length. Also, it includes everything from machines to accessories.


Most importantly, Beacon Star’s logo isPrecision Machines made from rust free aluminum and stainless steel


Secondly, also is an accompanying 7 page Price List which corresponds with the catalog. Consequently, this price guide is effective December 1, 1980. Most importantly, this lapidary company, back in the day, is in Rothsay, Minnesota. Most interestingly, they sell their own equipment brand, as well as other lapidary brands.


In addition, please click on any page for a magnified view!

Beacon Star Lapidary Catalog Cover

To begin with, here is the Beacon Star Lapidary catalog cover c. 1980

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Secondly, here are commercial and industrial saws Page 2

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On the positive side, there is no Crating Charge with Beacon Star!

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Equally important, here is a Slab and Trim Saw 14″ (TC-14)

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In addition, more information about the Slab and Trim Saw TC-14

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Also, here are 12 and 14 inch trim saws from Beacon Star page 5

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In contrast, here are 6″ saws with different configurations Page 6

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Also, here is a 8″ Professional Commercial Gem Cabber -WOW! (Page 7)

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As a matter of fact, here is a 6″ Professional Commercial Gem Cabber -WOW!

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In like manner, here are Beacon Star Saws and Flat Laps

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Not to mention, Star Arbors and Accessories

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Also, 6″ grinders and polishers

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In contrast, 8″ grinders and polishers

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In the same fashion, here are cabinet and combo units

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Furthermore, dopping kits and gem polisher.

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Additionally, gem polishing with diamond

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Then again, here is the Beacon Star Lapidary Catalog Page 16

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Also, here is their 6″ Saw/Cabber Combination

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In addition, here is a Mini Trim Saw and Vari-Speed Drill

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Not to mention, the Beacon Star Vibrating Polishing Laps and Tumblers

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Then again, Beacon Star offers Tumblers

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Also, Mini Sonic Electronic Tumblers

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In addition, here are Estwing Tools for sale through Beacon Star

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Also, Hand Tools, Hats, and Dremel Tools

Not to mention, Graves Faceting Machines

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In addition, Faceting and Dopping Accessories

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Most notably, Graves Performer performs like a key duplicator!

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In addition, the catalog features Beacon Star Hand Tools

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Also, more Beacon Star Tools

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In addition, Beacon Star Accessories

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Also, Beacon Star Valves and Adhesives

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Not to mention, “Imperial” Brand Diamond Faceting Discs

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Also, Beacon Star Grit Kits

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In addition, Beacon Star Rings and Discs

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Not to mention, Flexodiscs and Crystalpads

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Also, Drills and Dressing

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In addition, Belts and Compound

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Not to mention, Diamond Lapidary Blades

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Of course, more Lapidary Blades

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In addition, MK Diamond Blades

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Also, Pro Slicer Diamond Blades

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Not to mention, Beacon Saw Arbors

Moreover, here is an accompanying Price List December 1, 1980

First of all, this Price List is effective December 1, 1980 Page 1

Secondly, here is the Beacon Star Lapidary Price List Page 2

Thirdly, here is the Beacon Star Lapidary Price List Page 3

Fourthly, here is the Beacon Star Lapidary Price List Page 4

Fifthly, here is the Beacon Star Lapidary Price List Page 5

Sixthly, here is the Beacon Star Lapidary Price List Page 6

Finally, here is the last page of the Beacon Star Lapidary Price List Page 7

Notably,  Beacon Star is no longer in business. Alternately,  companies such as Highland Park Lapidary and Diamond Pacific Lapidary now lead the industry.

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