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Antique Shop Briar
A little late to this post, but for what it's worth... that's identical to my GBD Prehistoric. A pre-1980 estate that I bought last year. I love the pipe! (If I knew how to add a pic I would.)- oldguy
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- Forum: Pipe Smoking Basics & Beginner Questions
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What's the Deal With Rustication?
Okay, I'm coming a little late to this discussion, but let me add my two cents worth of clarification. The BIG difference between sandblasting and rustication is this: yes, rustication is often used to cover imperfections, but if done with care it makes a very nice-looking pipe with a texture...- oldguy
- Post #25
- Forum: General Pipe Smoking Discussion
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Welcome New Members. Introduce Yourself. (2)
Hello, gentlemen. I just found this site today, and added it to my bookmarks with a couple of other pipe forums. Found Russ Oulette's column interesting and informative, and will be around from time to time. I've smoked pipes for 46 years now and tho I don't smoke as often I still enjoy it...- oldguy
- Post #126
- Forum: General Pipe Smoking Discussion
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Rusticated or Sandblasted
Thanks; I'm glad to have found this site. I won't be on here every day, but will certainly check in often. I've been on Smokers Forums for years and it is another very useful site. Now I need to dig deeper into this one! Is there a way to upload images other than an outside url link? -LK -
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Rusticated or Sandblasted
i know this is an old post, but since it's still areound, i'll contribute. You are on the right track, Bob. Long ago I did not care for sandblasted or rusticated pipes, but have grown to appreciate each, when used judiciously. Rustication is good for hiding bad grain and flaws, and if done well...