After three months of polishing, I finally passed the "Old Tree King 108" foundation stage. Polishing 108 seeds takes more effort than a single round of polishing. I polished every day for three months, removing the alkali thoroughly, making the seams transparent, and finally achieving a well-polished foundation. I'm documenting the three-month polishing process. Although it was slow, it was all worth it on the day I finally passed the test.

How to polish for three months

During these three months, I figured out the polishing method through trial and error. In the first month, I focused on cleaning the seams by hard brushing, polishing each of the 108 seeds one by one for an hour or two each day, and removing some of the alkali. In the second month, I combined hard and soft brushing, which cleared the seams and made the surface shine. In the third month, I focused on polishing, which brought out the luster of the strings and completely removed the alkali. Over three months, my polishing skills improved from clumsy to proficient, and the strings became cleaner and smoother.

Criteria for passing the foundation stage

There are specific criteria for passing the foundation stage. The seams must be clean, with every one of the 108 seeds free of alkali residue; the surface must be shiny, with the strings oily and glossy, and smooth to the touch; and the overall appearance must be consistent, with all 108 seeds in the same condition. After three months of polishing, I met all three criteria, and the foundation stage was finally passed. Although the process was slow, the standards couldn't be lowered.

Plans after passing the foundation stage

After passing the foundation stage, I can start polishing the strings. With a well-polished foundation, polishing the strings will be smoother, and the color will gradually deepen, along with the gradual formation of patina. After three months of polishing, I finally passed the "Old Tree King 108" foundation stage. Passing the stage relied on patience and proper methods. Now, it's time to enjoy the polishing process. I've already mastered the methods, and the rest is up to time.