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  1. firstwordisee

    Briar Bird Bing

    I like that pipe Briarbird. The grain is awesome. You have some real skills. Do you have any lathe purchasing advice for me?
  2. firstwordisee

    Freehand 4 For Sale; 4/16/12

    I thought one of these pictures had a tin in it. The bowl is a little over 2" high and about 1 3/4" wide if that helps. It is not a huge pipe.
  3. firstwordisee

    Freehand 4 For Sale; 4/16/12

    I need money for more briar so I am offering up this latest pipe if it appeals to anyone. I made a tamper for it that I will include. Photos arent the best. The grain on this pipe is absolutely beautiful, there is one extremely small pit at the bottom of the stem. Hopefully you can judge the...
  4. firstwordisee

    Sniped on ebay

    Nice pipe at a great price Zanthel.
  5. firstwordisee

    Need some help everyone.

    If you are using a kit I highly recommend Mark Tinsky kits, his website is http://amsmoke.com/. I think he also has a tutorial on the site too. You can complete the pipe with minimal tools, coping saw, various files, and sandpaper. You will need a buffer for the carnuba finish though if you want...
  6. firstwordisee

    Freehand 3 Experiment

    Thanks everyone. Grizzly, I am making one right now that I will sell on here should be done in a few days. Thanks for you interest.
  7. firstwordisee

    Need some help everyone.

    I found Fiebings alcohol based stain at the local Tandy Leather Factory. It may be best for you to order on-line. Pipe Makers Emporium has everything you need including pure carnuba that you should finish with (carnubs will be impossible to find and any kind of local store, at least it was to...
  8. firstwordisee

    New Custom Oak Pipe Cabinet

    Very nice work.
  9. firstwordisee

    Freehand 3 Experiment

    ichbinmuede,you are absolutely right about the bowlrim, that was an oversight on my part, I will need to fix it. I didnt really care about this pipe since the hole is off center a bit so I didnt spend much time on it. I wanted to experiment with rustification. Turns out this pipe fits pretty...
  10. firstwordisee

    1955 MM catalog Pic HEAVY

    Great post, thanks.
  11. firstwordisee

    Got a new ride

    You would have to plan your trips so the wind is always at you back.
  12. firstwordisee

    Freehand 3 Experiment

    The hole was off center a bit on this pipe so I experimented with it. What do you guys think. I really appreciate the feedback.And thanks again for the nice comments on the other 2. I am having a great time carving these pipes!
  13. firstwordisee

    New Pete Just Won On Ebay

    I cant wait to see that pete finished!
  14. firstwordisee

    Freehand 2 Finished

    captainbob, first thanks for the inspirational comment, secondly...someday I hope to make a pipe as nice as your choice above, I love that thing.
  15. firstwordisee

    Danish Pipes

    That is a lot of beautiful briar my friend!
  16. firstwordisee

    Freehand 2 Finished

    Thanks men!
  17. firstwordisee

    Freehand 2 Finished

    One more picture
  18. firstwordisee

    Freehand 2 Finished

    [img]http://pipesmagazine.com/wp-content/blogs.dir/1/files/album/4365/pipe-2-c-600x419.jpg[/img} Finished Freehand #2 Let me know what you think...
  19. firstwordisee

    April 2012 Cartoon Caption Contest Sponsored by SmokingPipes.com

    Kevin, One thing I couldnt find in the rules is if previous winners could re-enter.
  20. firstwordisee

    Danish Pipes

    These are my favorite style too. I recently carved a couple, battery is dead in camera, I will post pics of the new one tomorrow, I may offer it for sale so I can buy more supplies!