Customer Comments

Service extraordinaire!!! Fast shipping, on in stock items. Quality products! Bends over backwards to answer questions and make use of the equipment and materials as easy as possible. Haven't had the opportunity to test the guarantee as nothing has failed! That's a GOOD thing. Top Shelf Operation!!!!!

The vacuum chamber arrived in well protected packaging. The quality of the workmanship was flawless. The instructional video on the website as well as the FAQ's were extremely helpful.

This is my first experience with stabilizing wood and since the pieces I stabilize are at least 12" long my technique had to change slightly. Once I got everything figured out it went well and I am extremely please with the "Cactus Juice" and will be placing another order soon. My next step is to try dyeing. Curtis was very helpful and prompt on a few questions I had.

Cactus Juice is a GREAT product, I didn't know how good "stabilized" wooden blanks could be. The service from Curtis is great also.

Great service. Orders arrive promptly. Use Cactus Juice to stabilized knife handles-product works very well. Wood looks and works great.

Shipping was quick, product was well packaged, and pricing was fair. I'll definitely do business with Curtis again!

Curtis,\r\n I want to say thank you for getting this to me in a timely manner. I love my new chamber and have already put it to good use. I will be using it a lot in the next few weeks, and know I will have nothing but great results. Again, thank you for such a fine product.\r\n\r\nRegards,\r\n\r\nSteven Willis

This was my third order for Cactus Juice in as many months. I am stabilizing spalted, punky oak limb wood...oak is very unstable unless it's kiln dried, limb wood is EXTREMELY unstable due to compressed and relaxed growth rings...IT WILL CRACK!! I have been using MesquiteMan's Cactus Juice Stabilizing Resin for 3 months on bottle stopper sized pieces of the limb wood with EXCELLENT, AMAZING results!!! If there are any small cracks that are present in the pieces the Cactus Juice stops them from propagating...period. I can turn the stabilized pieces next week, next month or next year and I will know that when I pull a piece out of the box to turn it will be as good as the day I took it out of the oven all because of Cactus Juice. If you are skeptical about trying it, be a skeptic no more...buy at least a quart and try it...YOU WILL LOVE IT!!!

As usual, quick delivery and I love Cactus Juice! Allows me to stabilize experimental stuff without having to send it off and wait. Thanks Curtis!

Being so far from the product manufacturer and the distributor in the USA, I have found a great supplier of this Cactus Juice, Curtis @ Turn Tex. I have had a enormous need to stabilize many of my woods Pen blanks), that are sold mostly on eBay and since I became aware of this product and its results through IAP forum, I knew I had found the solution for my soft woods. From order #1 to now, the "solution" arrives (2 x gallons) and within 24 hours the bottles are empty so, I have been trying to keep ahead but that was impossible now I'm ordering double the order each time and I can clearly see the improvements Curtis has implemented to address some minor issues to do with international/long distance orders. Curtis has been very professional and keen in resolving even the minor issues, so that they never turn into big issues, all to do with packaging and leaking prevention and that he has been spot on in improving those issues. As for the product itself, (Cactus Juice) it does exactly what is made to do and advertised, the results are great and very consistent, any failures will be operator error (as Curtis, says...!). I only wish that most of my woods, wouldn't be as vicious to "drink" this stuff, they just love it, the empty bottles tell it all...! Great product, professional supplier, what else can a person ask for...??? Regards George Valentine

I had a rush stabilizing job for a fellow turner. Although I didn't ask, Curtis paid extra to get my Juice here in a hurry! Thanks buddy!!

Ordered more Cactus juice, best stabilizer I've found. I use it in Curtis' vacuum chambers and both work great, they make even the weakest punkiest wood hard as granite yet silky smooth to turn. As I said, best stuff I have found for use at home or in small shops. Fast shipping, lightning fast! As always, doing business with Curtis is a pleasure!

I ordered on of the small units to try out. So far, everything is working great. I've shown some of the finished wood to my knife maker friends and already have taken orders from them. Great product!

I am new to turning and ordered stabilized blanks from about 5 different sources I found online. They were all delivered the same week and when I unpacked them all, the difference between them was immediately obvious. Yours were the only ones with beautiful color, and a very even consistency to the wood. And they were actually rectangular with clean edges, clearly labeled, and nicely wrapped in plastic. Many of the others were bent, unlabeled, with blotchy chemical stuff all over them. Your blanks were by far the easiest to drill, turn and finish. Thank you for putting your time and talent into creating a superior product! :D

I received my vacuum chamber and a gallon of “juice” three days ago and turned the first of my newly stabilized buckeye burl blanks last evening. What a difference over turning an unstabilized blank! They turned and finished beautifully! No more soaking with thin CA to make them hold together. This is a great product! It took me longer to unpack it than to get it hooked up and start stabilizing my first batch of blanks. The fit and finish is exceptional as was the packing. Only two problems: 1) I didn’t order enough juice with the original order and 2) I didn’t buy a big enough toaster oven. P.S. I discovered that lightly spraying the foil with Pam before wrapping the blanks makes pealing off the foil a snap.

I just received my first batch of "Cactus Juice" stabilizing resin. The order was processed efficiently and promptly. The stabilizing resin and several Alumilite dyes arrived in perfect condition and on time. Now for the best part......... I just finished stabilizing, curing and finish turning my first pieces of Buckeye Burl and the results were just beautiful. This product works as advertised and was simple, and relatively safe to use when used according to directions. The only disappointment was that I should have ordered a larger size since I can see all sorts of possibilities for coloring, and double dyeing! Now I need to get some more for the new ideas! Mr Seebeck is a solid and trustworthy businessman and his info and tutorials are spot on!

The quality of these vacuum chambers is top notch. The attention to detail can be seen in the quality of the workmanship. Even the packaging was beyond my expectations. TurnTex is a first class operation! I had the chamber connected to my vacuum pump within an hour, poured in some Cactus Juice, stabilize the included Texas Pecan pen blanks, cooked them in a toaster oven, let them cool down, and turned them. All I can say is I could not tell the difference between these stabilized blanks from the ones I buy that are professionally stabilized. Curtis, Thanks for an affordable high quality product. I'll be back for more.

Brewed up my first batch of stabilized blanks today and have to give the whole experience a 10. Followed your advice on tutorial and every thing went according to plan and then some. Curtis, thanks for all your help and a great product. The vacuum pot is a work of art and performs like it. Will be ordering some dye and more juice soon as i finish this. Tom

Great quality blanks, equipment, and cactus juice. I was just dabbling in pen turning until I ran across TurnTex - now I'm hooked. Learning to stabilize my own blanks has been such fun. While the process is straightforward and produces good quality blanks, Curtis has always been happy to answer any questions I have - and he stands behind his products as well. I also ordered some of the hybrid blanks Curtis makes - WOW - they turn wonderfully and look beautiful (not my turning, but his blank. Thank you!!!!

Curtis: Thank you so much for making the extra effort to ensure that I received the stabilizing chamber in time for Christmas. Your attention to customer service is rare in today's business climate. The extra efforts you put into taking the time to promptly process orders, promptly answer emails, and provide detailed information over the phone show your total dedication to top-notch customer service. I look forward to doing business with you in the future.

I absolutely love every blank I have received from TurnTex!\r\nAnd now I am enjoying my new vacuum chamber.\r\nThanks!

I am new to pen turning. I am impressed with the quality of the Stabilizing Chamber and the extra mile Curtis went to explain the process to me. This is a company I plan to deal with for a very long time!

I ordered the Hobby Penmaker's Vacuum Chamber and found the quality to be superb. I am very happy with the quality and workmanship and the cactus juice works well too. I am a very satisfied customer.

Great product easy to use. would recommend to anyone! I use a lot of drift wood in my duck call production. The catus juice allows me to use the wood that would be tossed by anyone not use this stuff. hope to work with cutius for along time to come thanks again to the seebeck family

Great System, Got All My "Unturnable" Blanks Ready For Pens! Going To Try Some Dyes Next. Thanks Again Curtis!

Vacuum box is better looking in real life than the picture in the site. Also it is bullet proof it is so well made. Way better to buy that try and make one anywhere close to how nice this is. I would say it it really a clear plastic jewelry box!

I ordered the smaller vacuum chamber, and though the order got off to a bumpy start (a few missed contact attempts led to some delays), when received it's truly a high quality piece. I have not stabilized anything with the cactus juice, but have used the chamber a number of times to assist in removing air bubbles from some clear acrylic molds that I was making. I have a number of pieces of drift wood from some local beaches that I will start playing with next (will need to be stabilized before turning). Very happy with the chamber now that I have it! Dave

My Cactus Juice resin arrived very quickly. I was very happy with the outcome I had using it to stabilize a set of knife scales. The resin didn't change the color of the snakewood I used it on and also delivered a very fine finish when sanded. Overall this product delivered everything as advertized and I'm very happy with the results. Thanks! [img]http://instagram.com/p/TtLEB1kc-D/[/img]

Great supplier. Fast delivery. Great products!!!

110% satisfied and customer service beyond expectations! Curtis will make sure your satisfied with his products and information.:)

I really like the Texas Hybrid pen blanks. I only found out about them this year and have had very good success selling them at shows. I only put them in high end pens because they deserve it. The quality is great and delivery is always prompt. Thanks, Curt Norman from Omaha…

Cactus Juice continues to be an integral part of our knife manufacturing process. It gives our scales the stability we require and allows them to be polished to a high luster. And, thank you Curtis for your prompt considerate service. Your attention to detail and our ever growing needs is unsurpassed.

Very Honest and easy to do business with can't wait to see what else he will come up with. I bought the hobby stabilizing chamber and some Cactus Juice and I found it to be very well made.

Curtis, This is the second time I have purchased pen blanks from you. Every time I'm amazed at the beautiful blanks you create. I am so proud to have pens made from your blanks in my inventory. So far the blanks have been flawless and they turn very nicely. I hope you stay in business for a long time. Dean Hofer

I enjoyed very much dealing with Curtis. He personally called when my order was ready to discuss shipping options so that I would have my order by Christmas. Very friendly, helpful person. I will not hesitate to order again form here.

Thank you for an outstanding product. We make game calls and other wood items. This helps so much as far as making burl and other wood usable. Very fast shipping also. I will post some pictures soon.

I just wanted to comment on Curtis' customer support. He kept me informed on the progress of my order and provided good follow up. He is prompt with orders as I ordered 2 more gallons of cactus juice. He was also very helpful as I had a small issue with my small insert and he is replacing it. I do recommend his products as I turned my first batch of spalted hackberry and Osage. I am trying some elk antler today. Thanks Curtis for all your support.8)

Quality is top notch communication is great glad I bought only wish I bought a second vac chamber or a bigger one but that's for my next order thanks a million Richard

Hey guys several months ago my company decided to change from Ultraseal to Cactus Juice and my customer feed back has been very positive,the difference between the two is great. The Cactus Juice produces a harder more user friendly block,with less gumming up of your belts.keep up the good work.

As usual, the blanks are beautiful.

I enjoyed very much dealing with Mr. Seebeck. Curtis is an old school guy who's handshake is worth more than any contract printed on paper. He strives to provide any information you need or materials he can provide at the very best prices he can manage while still making a dollar or two for himself. He actually understands what CUSTOMER service means. He stands behind his products and will help you any way he can. I wish more companies operated that way.

The Cactus Juice is a great product and Curtis is a pleasure to do business with! A+ customer service.

Customer Service and Warranty are the best in the Industry. I really appreciate the way my problem was handled. I will certinally continue to be a customer and so will many of my friends. Thank you again for going above and beyond.\r\nRuss Tassie\r\n(Finatic)IAP Member

Curtis was an invaluable resource while learning the stabilizing and casting process. Having just basically tripped across these processes while visiting different forums, I was captivated by the prospects immediately. Curtis walked me through all of the processes including the vacuum purchase, pressure pot purchase along with all of the ancillary necessities. I purchased the large vacuum chamber and cactus juice, and have had good success thus far stabilizing what would otherwise be useless pieces of wood. I highly recommend Turntex products, and really appreciate all of the valuable information that Curtis passed on.

Another order of great blanks! The best writing instruments begin with the best materials and Turntex has the best materials.:D

My order came in pretty quick and Curtis sent it uncatalized which was perfect for me. I wanted it uncatilized as I will be delayed using it for a little while. I had failed to remember to ask for it uncatilized but meant to. Curtis pulled it out for me and I got exactly what I wanted. You can't ask for better service or help than Curtis has given. Thanks Curtis:)

FINE PRODUCT AND A PLEASURE TO DO BUISINESS WITH

Great product, does its job well. As long as you have you vacuum set up this product will serve you right.

product great also great utube instructions happy with shipping thank you\r\n

I love the hybrid blanks - beautiful and easy to work with.\r\nThanks!