- When does Thumler's Tumbler go on sale?
- Discounts are rare and usually come from dealers rather than the brand itself. Watch lapidary and rock-shop retailers around the winter holidays and before summer, when hobby demand peaks. There are no live deals on this page right now.
- Where is Thumler's Tumbler cheapest?
- Specialty lapidary dealers and rock hobby shops typically undercut Amazon and general sporting-goods sites on these units. Shipping weight matters: the Model B Heavy Duty 15 lb is heavy, so a free-shipping dealer often wins on total cost.
- What is the difference between the Model B and the A-R2?
- The Model B is a single-barrel rotary tumbler with a larger capacity, aimed at full rough-to-polish runs on bigger loads. The A-R2 runs two smaller barrels at once, which suits tumbling separate grit stages or smaller batches side by side.
- How long does a Thumler's Tumbler barrel last?
- The metal barrels and lids are the durable part; the rubber lid gasket and drive belt are the usual wear items and are replaceable. Expect years of use if you rinse the barrel between grit stages and don't overtighten the lid nut.
- What is the return policy?
- Returns depend on the dealer you buy from, not on Thumler's Tumbler directly. Check the seller's window and whether opened barrels count as used before ordering.