I made this pipe in the early 1990's when I first got serious about pipe smoking. Being a woodworking hobbiest I thought I can make a pipe so I found a supplier and bought a few pieces of briar and a long drill bit for the draft hole. I can't remember the name of the outfit I purchased my materials from but it was a small operation just a single older gent and his wife. He was very gracious and full of encouragement and enthusiasm. Traits I've found common among pipe people.
I used a drillpress, a dremel tool and lots and lots of sanding. I did not stain the bowl. I like to see wood it's natural color unless it's plain like pine. I sealed the briar with carnuba wax buffed using a soft wheel on the Dremel. To drill the chamber and put the chamfer on the inner lip of the rim I ground my own tools from regular old spade bits I got at the local hardware. The chunky nose-warmer does smoke great but it will gurgle if I get puffing too fast so it's good for a slow hit and run technique.
When I was first reading this forum I thought it was funny how everyone was always clamoring for photos. But I have to agree it is great to see pictures of people's pipes and tobacco collections. I hope you all enjoy.
