'Just Finished My First Pipe'

[lohengrin]

Well done sir!

 

[jvnshr]

I read the subject then looked at the username, then read the subject again, then the username and I was thinking to myself if something was wrong. Ken Barnes? First pipe? Then I read this

the first one since 1988

and felt relieved. It is a nice pipe, simple and elegant.

 

[saltedplug]

Awesome first effort! Very handsome work!

 

[agnosticpipe]

I don't know how I missed this post before. Ken, I'd say you haven't lost your touch at all. Beautiful elegant pipe! :clap:

 

[woodsroad]

That is a beautiful pipe, Ken. A pleasure to look at. I would pay money for it and be pleased with my purchase.

Please keep us informed of your progress

 

[mso489]

Simplicity, flow, and first rate materials. Elegant.

 

[craiginthecorn]

A truly handsome pipe, Ken!! A modern take on a classic shape. As others have said, kudos on the mouthpiece. When I heard you were going to start making pipes again for fun, I assumed that you'd again do the cutting and Barry the turning, but this one is yours, start to finish. So, your pipemaking skills aren't limited to cutting!

 

[newbroom]

I remember mention of a set of classically shaped naturals from one of the radio show, I think?

I'm glad to hear that you've felt some excitement about it right from the new beginning!

I will look forward to the completion of your first "Leagacy Set".

Looking fantastic!

 

[captaincalabash]

Absolutely gorgeous!

 

[shotime]

well done

 

[jpmcwjr]

I somehow missed this till today. Supreme! Glad you're back in the saddle and loving it!

 

[saltedplug]

The lines, stem and wood are impeccable.

 

[nevadablue]

Very nice! I would enjoy seeing some more pictures of the pipe as well as any photos during construction, if you would like to share them here. That stem is a masterpiece too, would like to see more of how it was made.

 

[mso489]

kenbarnes, this piques my curiosity, if you choose to tell, why did you cease carving pipes, such that this one is the first in a long time. Clearly you have cultivated this art to a high level. None of my business, but I had to ask.

 

[disinformatique]

A classic beauty !!

 

[Loomungus]

Lovely pipe. Well done, sir.