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Rock Tumbler

Rock Tumbler

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  • Last seen at $49.99 at ShenanigansToys on Nov 8.

Our take on the Rock Tumbler

The Thames & Kosmos Rock Tumbler is a kids' science kit that turns rough stones into polished gems. It ships with real rock samples — amethyst, aventurine, rose quartz and more — plus four polishing grits and jewelry settings to make finished pieces. A leak-proof, noise-reducing barrel and built-in timer make it easier to live with than bare-bones hobby tumblers, and the manual and poster add geology lessons on erosion, weathering and the rock cycle. It suits families and young collectors; adult hobbyists who want fast, large-batch results may find a single small barrel limiting.

Best forKids and budding geologistsFamily science projectsBeginners who want rocks and grit includedMaking polished stones into jewelry
Pros
  • Includes real rock samples and four grits, so it works out of the box
  • Leak-proof, noise-reducing barrel
  • Built-in timer simplifies each tumbling stage
  • Motor built for repeated use on rocks, glass and wood
  • Manual and poster teach the rock cycle and geology
Cons
  • Single small barrel means one batch at a time
  • Each batch takes weeks of tumbling across grit stages
  • Grit and rock refills are needed after the starter supply runs out
  • Not aimed at serious lapidary work or large stones

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About the Rock Tumbler

The Thames & Kosmos Rock Tumbler turns rough stones into polished rocks. It also introduces topics like erosion, weathering and the geological rock cycle. It is designed for ages 8 and up.

The kit includes authentic rock samples, such as amethyst, aventurine and rose quartz, along with four polishing grits. Jewelry settings and fasteners are included, so polished specimens can be made into accessories. After polishing the included rocks, you can also tumble rocks, glass, wood and other materials you collect.

The machine has a long-lasting motor, a leak-proof, noise-reducing barrel and a built-in timer. The timer has several settings and can run for up to seven days. A manual and poster explain how to use it and cover how different types of rocks are formed.

Capacity
450 g (over 1 pound)
Power
USB-C power supply
Timer
Built-in, with different settings, up to seven days
Age
8 and up
Barrel
Leak-proof, noise-reducing
In the box
Rock tumbler, assorted rock samples (including amethyst, aventurine, rose quartz), four polishing grits, jewelry settings and fasteners, manual, poster

Questions and answers

What comes in the box?
The tumbler, an assortment of authentic rock samples including amethyst, aventurine and rose quartz, four polishing grits, jewelry settings, a manual and a poster.
How long does a batch take?
Rock tumbling runs through several grit stages over weeks, not hours. The built-in timer helps you manage each stage.
Can it polish materials other than the included rocks?
Yes. The motor is built for continued use on rocks, glass and wood you collect yourself, though you will need your own grit.
Is it loud?
The barrel is designed to reduce noise, but tumbling still runs for long stretches, so expect some background sound.
Who is it for?
Kids and beginners who want a guided geology project with samples and grit included. Adult lapidary hobbyists usually want a larger, faster tumbler.
Does it need refills?
Yes. Once the included grit and rocks are used up, you buy more grit and rough stones to keep tumbling.
Where is the Rock Tumbler cheapest?
At ShenanigansToys, for $49.99, as of our latest check.

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