Pipe Flaws, Fills - New Article by Russ

[admin]

This is one of the classic long-time debate topics in the pipe community, and Russ sums it up quite nicely in his latest article: Pits, Fills and Flaws

 

[topd]

TopD said:
Fantastic subject, and I guess everyone thinks differently on it. I for one don’t mind flaws for a bargain pipe, but do pay premium prices for perfection once in a while. To me it’s like a diamond. If I was in the market and got a 3 carat diamond for a couple hundred bucks with a flaw, I’d most likely take it if it doesn’t stand out like a sore thumb.

Just because a small pebble got into the brier burl makes no never mind to me as long as the pipe smokes well and wont burn through at the flaw.

 

[pipesicle]

That was a great article and I would have to agree. If you are not paying top dollar then a flaw here and there shouldn't be that big a deal.

If you don't believe me you can ask your wife about that point. I am sure she would have some experience there. I know mine does.

 

[oldredbeard]

Good article, and I also agree. If the pipe smokes well, and I got a good deal on it then I don't mind a flaw at all.

 

[pstlpkr]

Dang-it Russ... I thought I was through thinking for the day.
Another great read!

 

[cigrmaster]

I don't expect to see a fill in any pipe I buy. Now if I were to buy a factory made pipe, I would expect that, but not a hand made pipe from a higher end company like Upshall or Winslow and the like. To me fills are dishonest if they are not pointed out before the pipe is sold.