My New Alden Tomato Bear (pic heavy)

[ssjones]

Yep, that button is the business! Ryan crafts them to exactly my liking. What a neat idea for a commission. (and good choice for the Cumberland stem as well). Enjoy it!

 

[lonestar]

it would be nice to meet Ryan in St. Louis next month (he said, wistfully...).

Unfortunately, not this year. I have some friends from Europe in town that weekend, so decided not to get a table.
Dave, I have to agree with everyone else and say that pipe looks perfect for you !

 

[jkrug]

That is one sweet pipe for sure, good call on the Cumberland stem. Enjoy. ::

 

[lifesizehobbit]

Unfortunately, not this year. I have some friends from Europe in town that weekend, so decided not to get a table.

Sorry that I'll miss the opportunity, but I hope you and your friends have a great time visiting.

 

[ejames]

The Nording is nice but,I like Ryan's pipe more.

 

[okiescout]

Oh you went and lit it! Just kidding, Shaintiques. Looks beautiful. That look on your face tells it all. Many happy hours of enjoyment.

 

[misterlowercase]

The pipe came today and Ryan surpassed my expectations.

Mr. Alden has a tendency to do that,

I've been seriously blown away with his work.
Your pipe is gorgeous and Ryan really nailed it in every category,

shaping and grain to perfection.
I really love a tomato and your new pipe is truly beautiful.
Major congrats.
Enjoy it well with many a good smoke!

::

 

[cosmicfolklore]

Great Pipe!!