My first Rad Davis

[keith929]

After reading the rave reviews given to Rad Davis pipes I decided to commission one for myself. I really enjoyed his interpretation of the Devil Anse so that was the design I picked. My pipe arrived about five days ago and I delayed gratification until today when I could enjoy that first smoke without interruption. Now I know what all the fuss was about. I spent all week admiring Rad's workmanship and when i finally lit this puppy my big toe shot straight up in my boot(thanks Lil Richard). Cool dry heaven is all I can say. I am saving my pennies and searching the couch cushions for change so can acquire another.

Here are the pictures. Rad is a master carver. (Thanks cigrmaster for awakening my PAD).

 

[bubblehead33]

That's a great looking pipe Keith! Rad really does make some fine looking pieces. I'd love one but the funds aren't right at the moment Oh well, someday.

 

[bigboi]

I love the stain on that.. gorgeous

 

[ghost]

Gorgeous, congrats!

 

[mustanggt]

Excellent choice. I have one I'm waiting for too. I also have one from Ebay just recently and it just blows me away how good it smokes. WOW!!! :clap:

 

[kashmir]

That's a fine looking pipe! Congrats!

 

[gnatjulio]

Sweet Rad. Congratz.

 

[peckinpahhombre]

congrats, that's a real beauty.

 

[brian64]

Beautiful pipe! Congrats and enjoy.

 

[keith929]

Thanks for all the kind words guys. Rad is a true gentleman.

 

[zonomo]

Whats that thing in the bowl?

 

[philobeddoe]

That's a beautiful pipe Keith, you chose well.

 

[bigvan]

It's actually very functional. It's a steel ball bearing and underneath the pipe is a magnet, so it acts as an "any position" pipe rack. They became pretty popular a few years ago.

 

[flmason]

Congratulations on your new pipe. I hope you enjoy it for many years.

 

[pitchfork]

Whats that thing in the bowl?
It's a pearl of wisdom.

:rofl:
Actually, it's Ye Olde Ball Bearing Plug -- a great smoke for breaking in those Rad Davis pipes.
No, it's a beauty of a pipe -- thanks for sharing the pics.

 

[ssjones]

What a handsome shape, the contrast stain matches the Cumberland stem beautifully. Well done!

 

[shaintiques]

Is the bottom of the bowl flat?

 

[cigrmaster]

Keith, that is a great looking pipe with a gorgeous blast. I also love the contrast stain on that one. I am not surprised to hear it smokes cool and dry, all of my Rads do so. I hope you enjoy it for many years to come.

 

[captainpeg]

Keith - Great looking pipe there! Nice shape, solid blast, and killer stain...but with Rads' pipes the best part is the smoking for sure. First one was an edition put out by Mike G. at Briar Blues and its a top notch pipe in all respects. Rad has a great reputation not only for his work, but for WHO he is and it's well deserved. Never a bad decision to pick up one of Rad's briars, and I wish you years of enjoyment.

Randy