First Pipe From Scratch

[gerryp]

That is a beautiful looking pipe! Have you smoked it yet? What did you christen it with?

At the moment I can't remember what I broke it in with...I think I posted it on here....
Anywho, other than the dead spot at the bottom, it smokes great. The wide chamber and standard airway with a bit wider slot seem to bring out certain flavors. I noticed a difference in Maltese Falcon and Royal Yacht, for example. It does require a judicious pace to avoid overheating.

 

[gerryp]

Nice job! Those mishaps were serendipity ?

Ha yes that's a good way to put it.

 

[FurCoat]

You have a gift. Nice job. I like the large chamber.

 

[jpmcwjr]

And one more.... Super job!

 

[Sloopjohnbee]

Hoosier: Thanks! I've carved a couple kits before, but this was the first time I've drilled the holes.
MSO: It is very comfortable in the hand, and the stem is the most comfortable of all my pipes.

Thanks again to everyone who "liked" the pipe or posted a compliment.

open to commissions? you appear to be ready. In all seriousness, I've been hankering for a small pickaxe type

 

[weezell]

NICE!!!...

 

[gerryp]

open to commissions? you appear to be ready. In all seriousness, I've been hankering for a small pickaxe type

Wow thanks, I appreciate your comments! To be honest, I think I should get a few more under my belt before I'd feel right about selling them. However, I'll see how the next one turns out, and if I think it's good enough to sell I'll let you know. I think my finishing is on point, as well as my shaping (for the most part), but I need to do a better job with the drilling.

 

[cosmicfolklore]

Arrrr... I thought that I had posted on this yesterday, but I guess I mis-posted. But, to make sure I get a word in... that is beautiful work. Keep it up!!