My First Morta ~ Crafted By Ed James ~ Smooth Bent Dublin

[ejames]

Wow - when did you start making pipes Ed?

About three years ago Al,although my output is quite small. I have no desire to become a full time pipemaker,preferring to just do one now and then. I only made 13 last year. Chris's pipe is the third I've made this year. I don't actively pursue it,but if someone asks I will make them a pipe.

 

[peckinpahhombre]

How does Mulberry smoke? ]

 

[tbradsim1]

Peck the first one Ed made for me, the one in pic broke in after 2 smokes, light pipe, no off taste, a little hot but calmed down on third smoke and I believe it was me puffing a little too fast. The second one was almost the same, a poker, again no off taste dialed right in. The reason I asked for a second one was how good they smoked, our old friend Roth who was banned also had one made and he was amazed how good it smoked. If Ed ever gets some more stock wouldn't mind haveing another.

 

[ejames]

I think it smokes just fine. I have one in rotation I made in 9-09,it was the second pipe I made, it has always given me a good smoke and has held up well to the abuse I give it.

 

[bentmike]

Wow it is a beauty. Congrats Chris!

 

[ssjones]

Is there someone we can see the rest of your work? How challenging is working with Morta?

 

[ejames]

I do have a website,hopefully ain't breaking the rules by posting a link ---- http://www.ozarksouthpawpipes.com/index.html

 

[petes03]

Excellent work Ed!

 

[plateauguy]

Beautiful pipe, outstanding workmanship!

 

[tobyducote]

Beautiful Morta Ed....Chris I hope it smokes as great as it looks

 

[jfox520]

The Morta is an amazing pipe, but I really like The Old Cajun's Mulberry pipe.

 

[numbersix]

I do have a website,hopefully ain't breaking the rules by posting a link ---- http://www.ozarksouthpawpipes.com/index.html

Beautiful work Ed!

 

[ejames]

Thanks for the comments Gents-- and Ladies!!

 

[gwtwdbss]

Well guys, this 48g beauty is a definite keeper. I christened her with some Rotary Navy Cut this afternoon. The pipe smoked cool and dry throughout. The weight along with the feel of the hand-cut stem & button combo make this a superb clencher. I am extremely pleased with this pipe. Fantastic work Ed!

 

[ssjones]

I just noticed the Cumberland inset into the Black Palm wood, an outstanding detail on an excellent creation!

 

[ejames]

I'm glad you're happy with it Chris! That stand is awesome!!

 

[disinformatique]

Beautiful work Ed,
I love the character your pipes have.
My favorite amongst your pipes is this hockey stick pipe

Would like to get one like this soon from you with matching stand and tamper
Cheers,

Chris

 

[ejames]

That was my first and only attempt at a paneled pipe. It was also probably the hardest for me to make. I have a commission to do now. It may be a while before I can take another because of family matters.

 

[monty55]

Wow, just gorgeous, that stem transition is sick!

 

[disinformatique]

Hi Ed,
It's gorgeous, please do let me know when are you available for making one for me even if it takes a couple of months. LOL i am currently broke just got myself Two 1951 Jeantet, One 1950's Stanwell, One Erik Nording and One Rick Black pipe. You can put me on your wait list. Good things come to those who wait.
Cheers,

Chris