Changing Pipe's Look

[etsisbull]

So I really like the rusticated to smooth look of the Vauen Admiral but I do not have to funds to buy one, nor do I have the funds to buy a similar finished pipe. I'm wondering if you guys this it is feasible to get this look out of a Dr. Grabow Savory-esk pipe? Or, should I just find and unfinished pipe and go from there? I know it kind of seems a little backwards thinking to change the look of a pipe, but I really (REALLY) like that design. Plus I'm a hands on kinda person, so modifying stuff I own is kinda my thing.

The Vauen look:

(note: picture © VAUEN Pipe Manufacture)

 

[cortezattic]

Here's a thread on the topic from about 5 months ago. Here's an older one on tips for rustication.
If Kevin ever gets a functional member directory up and running, you can PM a member named jasongone, whom, I think,

has done a lot of nice rustications. Maybe one of the mods can put you in touch with him.

 

[cortezattic]

Here's a link to a thread started by jasongone, from which you can PM him for advice.

 

[etsisbull]

Thanks for the input. I'll be starting this project soon. I'll post pictures along the way.