After four months of color chasing, the color difference on the Old Tree King 108 has finally evened out. With 108 seeds, color differences are more noticeable and much harder to chase. Four months of color chasing, and the whole strand is finally uniform. Recording the process to give fellow color-chasers some reference.

Characteristics of 108 color differences

108 color differences have their own characteristics. With so many seeds, each one colors at a different rate, making the color difference more obvious; uneven breaking-in (patina process) stretches the color difference even further. At the time, the 108 seeds varied in shade, and it was stressful to look at. But color difference is normal—color chasing is the method. With 108 seeds, you need patience to chase them; don't panic, follow the method, and you can bring it back.

Methods of color chasing

I've summed up the methods of color chasing. Break in the lighter seeds more, brush the darker seeds more, and even out the whole; with 108 seeds you need to care for each one, not just chase the few you're familiar with. Color chasing takes patience—it took me four months to even out. While chasing, keep breaking-in and brushing even, so you don't create new color differences. 108 color chasing is delicate work; go steady for the best results.

Rewards of evening out

The reward of evening out is that the whole strand looks pleasing and your mind feels at ease. With 108 seeds of uniform color, it's comfortable to look at and satisfying to break in; four months of color chasing honed patience and cultivated carefulness. After four months of color chasing, the color difference on the Old Tree King 108 has finally evened out—what's evened out isn't just the color, but also the heart of breaking in the strand. Keep chasing color, and the strand will reward you.