2nd Go At An Apple - Tried To Correct Mistakes From The First Go

[shikano53]

Hi folks, I thought I would post a few pics of this second apple I attempted. I tried to correct some of the mistakes I made on the first one. I think it turned out OK but still have a few things to work on. My line is better following the stem/shank of onto the stummel. I made a mess of my stamp the first time and had to take it down and re-stamp. A consequence of that is that my line isn't as flat as I would like it to be.

The ring material is black buffalo horn with white swirl and I'm disappointed in the contrast. Next time I'll use a lighter horn material. I think the dark horn would look better with a lighter acrylic stem. Anyway here it is.

 

[saintpeter]

Sigh. I think it is just about perfect. If mine turned out that good...well, let's just say the pipe maker that is never quite satisfied is the master of the briar.

 

[oldmansmoking]

Excellent job, looks as if it came from Peterson. You should be proud of your achievement.

 

[jpmcwjr]

Bet it looks great in daylight. In the first photo, it looks like the stem has gone bad at the junction, but the others show it to be a separate ring. Agree that a bit more contrast would be better.
Nice work!

 

[mso489]

Beautiful grain, precision drilling, commodious bowl, attractive stem, and a nice band. Most of us would grab that one off the rack in a flash. I think it's good you are "looking for more." This is a fine pipe in so many ways. But because it is, it calls out for a grace note or spin that launches it into the magic category. Anyone who can do such a beautiful pipe is verging on that anyway. It might even be that mere patina from some wear might do the trick. Or a different band. But it's a gorgeous pipe.

 

[oldmansmoking]

Chris what does the stamp on your pipe RD. AB stand for?
Kind regards
George

 

[shikano53]

Thank you all for the kind words.

Hello George, I hope all is good with you.

The RD AB stands for Red Deer Alberta

I abbreviate it to: RD AB

Kindly

 

[Chasing Embers]

Wow! :clap:

 

[agnosticpipe]

Nice one Chris! But I like the first one better! :nana:
Maybe it's because I bought it, or maybe it's because it's a little more quirky looking. (like me)

 

[shikano53]

Hey Paul, You know, I think I would have to agree with you. Like Toby Keith sang in Jackie Don Tucker. "Follow the rules and you miss all the fun."

 

[weezell]

Good lookin pipe Chris! You got some talent there buddy...

 

[papipeguy]

A solid effort from what I can see. I certainly don't see anything to fault.

 

[shikano53]

I appreciate all the comments folks; thank you.

 

[nevadablue]

I think they are both beautiful. Nice work!