Obsidian oil or carnauba wax for stem?

[Chalaw87]

Which is better for storing pipe stem?

I would assume that both would be sufficient for preventing oxidation, but is one better than the other?

Also the carnauba wax applied with a buffer.

 

[woodrow]

Obsidian. Carnuba can be used on the stem, but Obsidian Protects from UV. Carnuba is a finish, but eventually will rub off. Obsidian is absorbed.

 

[Chalaw87]

Obsidian. Carnuba can be used on the stem, but Obsidian Protects from UV. Carnuba is a finish, but eventually will rub off. Obsidian is absorbed.

Thank you. Thats exactly what I wanted to know.

My follow up question is how often should the obsidian oil be reapplied for pipes that aren't used much and are mostly stored?

 

[RustiePyles CPG]

The best thing for storage is to keep them away from any UV light.

 

[Chasing Embers]

Thank you. Thats exactly what I wanted to know.

My follow up question is how often should the obsidian oil be reapplied for pipes that aren't used much and are mostly stored?

One application without removal until you're ready to smoke again. Chap Stick works as well.

 

[SBC]

Another fan of Obsidian, here. As a final step in a pipe restoration, it takes that stem from a 9 to a 10.
But guys like Embers have gotten mind blowing results with other methods as well.

 

[Chalaw87]

One application without removal until you're ready to smoke again. Chap Stick works as well.

Chapstick is a great idea.

 

[kcghost]

I've never used either type on my pipes. I do keep all my pipe out of the sunlight.

 

[SBC]

Yes, my pipes are behind glass in a cabinet, but that cabinet is in the finished basement, so no sunlight.

I've sometimes wondered about putting it on the main floor in a more prominent spot (I do love the look of a pipe display), but sunlight has been one factor that's held me back (...6 crazy kids and 2 giant dogs have been another...).