My First Ruthenberg

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Lifer

May 26, 2012

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• Nov 19, 2012

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I have been admiring Brian's work for a while now and have been watching ebay and the online dealers for the right one. Well yesterday, I got pretty lucky and picked up this 1/4 bent natural apple with a Cumberland stem. It has a group 5 bowl which is right in my wheel house.

 

tbradsim1

Lifer

Jan 14, 2012

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Southwest Louisiana

• Nov 19, 2012

• #2

WOW, great shape should fit hand good, you really know how to pick them. The old cajun

 

gmwolford

Lifer

Jul 26, 2012

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WV, USA

• Nov 19, 2012

• #3

That is a real beauty, Harris. Love the whole package on that one.

 

nsfisher

Lifer

Nov 26, 2011

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Nova Scotia, Canada

• Nov 19, 2012

• #4

Dam mate, that is smokin hot! Would fit me perfectly hahahahah, enjoy

 

numbersix

Lifer

Jul 27, 2012

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• Nov 19, 2012

• #5

WOW, great shape should fit hand good, you really know how to pick them.

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So true - that is gorgeous!

 

ssjones

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May 11, 2011

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• Nov 19, 2012

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Wow Harris, that is gorgeous. I've also admired Brians pipes but the timing has never been right right to acquire one. I love his Cumberland stem work and in particular those half-saddle stems. The stem and finish on your pipe is outstanding. I'm curious to hear how it smokes compared to your Rads and other pipes.

 

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flmason

Lifer

Oct 8, 2012

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• Nov 19, 2012

• #7

Congratulations Harris on your new pipe. That is an excellent pre Thanksgiving gift to yourself. I hope it provides many years of enjoyment.

 

cigrmaster

Lifer

May 26, 2012

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• Nov 19, 2012

• #8

Thanks for the nice comments guys, it is appreciated.
This one really spoke to me in that is just screamed, hold me,fondle me, you know you want to. I know it is going to feel great in the hand.
Al, I will definitely report back and give you a comparison to my Rad's and other American artisan pipes. I have heard Brian's pipes smoke really well. I also have been admiring his stem work especially the Cumberlands.

 

uberam3rica

Lifer

Sep 7, 2011

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Capac, Michigan

• Nov 19, 2012

• #9

I love the finish on it

 

gwtwdbss

Lifer

Jun 13, 2012

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• Nov 19, 2012

• #10

Wow! That is a great looking pipe Harris!

 

sergemoat

Can't Leave

Oct 15, 2011

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• Nov 19, 2012

• #11

Love the super fine detail to the blast and the half saddle stem, great pickup!

 

cigrmaster

Lifer

May 26, 2012

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• Nov 19, 2012

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Thanks for the nice comments guys.
Roth, I thought I got a good deal on this one it falls in the range you mentioned. I have not seen one of his natural finishes since I have been on the lookout for one.

 

bigvan

Lifer

Mar 22, 2011

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• Nov 19, 2012

• #13

Your Ruthenberg looks very similar to mine.
In my opinion the true high point of a Ruthenberg pipe is the stem; wide open, smooth, brilliantly flared.
Enjoy!

 

bubblehead33

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Mar 17, 2012

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• Nov 19, 2012

• #14

thats one beautiful pipe! nice grab!

 

ssjones

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May 11, 2011

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• Nov 19, 2012

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That finish should look wonderful as the patina develops, can't wait to see it a year down the road.

 

joshwolftree

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Oct 5, 2012

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• Nov 19, 2012

• #16

oh that's just sexy. I love the finish, and it looks like it will make a nice hanger.

 

kasbah

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Oct 26, 2012

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• Nov 19, 2012

• #17

That blast, natural finish, and cumberland all look just right together in that amazingly comfortable looking shape. Very nice pickup, Harris!

 

hfearly

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Oct 11, 2012

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Canada

• Nov 19, 2012

• #18

Amazing blast that greatly resonates with the overall shape. And the stem is a real beauty. You got lucky big time!

 

papipeguy

Lifer

Jul 31, 2010

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Bethlehem, Pa.

• Nov 19, 2012

• #19

Great pipe. You have a good eye for these things.

 

cigrmaster

Lifer

May 26, 2012

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Sarasota Florida

• Nov 19, 2012

• #20

Thanks guys it is appreciated.
bigvan, my eye was drawn to that stem right away, I love the lines on it. I can't wait to see how comfortable it is.
al, being this is my first natural, I am also curious to see the patina develop, should be pretty cool in a year. It will definitely be getting plenty of action.