My First Atemp at Restoration - Savinelli Bulldog

[bungee]

With the very generous help and guidance I received from Dave G and Gloucesterman I completed my first restoration project.
It is a Savinelli Milano De Luxe 504.
Although I can see a lot of details that need work, I'm very pleased with the end result and I'm smoking it as I type.
Some before, during and after pics.
To celebrate the completion I got me a proper pipe stand and some extra goodies.
Cheers,
J

 

[davet]

Nice job, :clap: It's a lot of work but satisfying when it all comes together

 

[bungee]

It is very satisfying DaveT!
What it is not satisfying at all is that I misspelled the thread's title and I cannot correct it...
Typing with your boxing gloves on seems to never work as expected...

 

[doctorbob]

I think you did yourself proud, I have 130KS stack in that line that I wish I could get to look half as nice as your result.

 

[fnord]

Bungee:
You did great, pard.
If that was my first attempt there would've been no - repeat - no white line left on the stem.
Thankfully, I learned on beat to shit over the counter burners. I wouldn't have had the stones to attempt a Sav my first time out of the chute.
That's a good looking bulldog.
Fnord

 

[mvmadore]

Nicely done. It looks good.

 

[gloucesterman]

Very impressive first. I think there is something special about smoking a pipe that you rescued. That's an excellent result. You have some talent. Keep up the good work. Dutch

 

[cosmicfolklore]

Sweet doggie!! Good job!

 

[aldecaker]

Excellent job, especially for a first shot!

 

[jpmcwjr]

Well done, sir! And great photos, too.

 

[earthbound]

Looks good! Sandblast/ rustic surfaces are definitely harder than conventional smooth pipes, so that was a heck of a job. Especially for a first restoration. Enjoy!

 

[danielplainview]

Well done. That turned out great.

 

[bungee]

Thank you very much for your comments guys!
Special thanks to Dave G and Gloucesterman.
Already looking for a new estate to restore. We'll see what I can find...
Cheers,
J

 

[nhpro]

Nice work bungee! Thanks for sharing the pics.

I'm working on a 1940's yello-bole, will share pics soon.

How does the Savinelli smoke?