Pipe Racks for Wide Stems

[Mike N]

In the category of First World problems, none of my wide stem pipes would fit through the round circle cut out holes of my current pipe racks. So, I ordered 2 new ones with open cut outs and 2 more where the bowl sits with no stem holders.

Ugh, as shown in the photos below, even the new pipe racks won’t accommodate pipes as common as a Savinelli 320 KS. Either the stem is too wide or the bowl is too big for the holder and slides right out as shown below.

Any suggestions besides individual pipe holders? Surely someone makes a pipe rack for wide stem pipes.Thx.

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[RustiePyles CPG]

It's always tough to get larger pipes to fit in most conventional pipe racks. I have several pipes that won't fit in any of my pipe racks. At some point this fall I'm going to make custom walnut racks to fit the interior of my pipe cabinet. They will be both wide enough to fit large pipes and have enough space in the upper support saddles to accommodate thicker shank/stem pipes.

 

[TheIronMonkey]

You could cut/sand the excess tips off the 3/4 holes on the rack shown so that the sides of the cutout end up being close to parallel to each other. The pipes might then fit with a slight turn in that slot. I pick up racks like this when at a substantial discount, but find other options better.

I had a pipe rack made by JIEZAWOODstudio in China (check them out on Etsy) that works well, but they cost a couple hundred bucks for a rack that holds only sixteen pipes.

The best bargain I’ve found these days are ProSource sunglasses cases, which hold eighteen pipes. The greatest limitation is the length they can accommodate.

Check out my post below for more details:

Show Me Pipe Rack / Storage Options :: General Pipe Smoking Discussion

As I look to get a new pipe, I took a look at my existing pipes in an effort to 'cull the herd'. Turns out I just need a bigger barn. I'd like to see some different ways you guys are storing your pipes. I have limited space for them, and need some ideas on how to store / display them.

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[bluegrassbrian]

I have similar issues, but due to the small size of my pipes.

I've never liked the racks with circular holes for the stems, seen above.
Even amongst the right style of rack, they're often too tall to accommodate sub-5" pipes.
Smaller pipes that are full bent present a curious dilemma too. They have to be turned backwards to stand up in the space provided.

So I'm always keeping my eyes peeled for a rack that looks accommodating.

 

[lukasstrifeson]

Depends on how handy you are, but I would just build a leather magnetic pipe stand.

Something like these here.

 

[RookieGuy80]

With the right tools (Dremel with sanding wheels, stain, and brush) it looks like a easy enough fix. With slightly more tools, you could get a custom built rack for whatever size you need.

 

[Mike N]

I modified this pipe rack, including using old leather cuff links, but would prefer something nicer.

 

[ThermionicScott]

Once again, the world isn't fair to the chonkier types, eh?

 

[olkofri]

What's the diameter of the 320's stem?

Asking because I'm actually making a few racks now. Wouldn't want to labour for something people won't buy because it doesn't fit their needs.

I'm currently cutting my notches at 7/8".

 

[Mike N]

What's the diameter of the 320's stem?

Asking because I'm actually making a few racks now. Wouldn't want to labour for something people won't buy because it doesn't fit their needs.

I'm currently cutting my notches at 7/8".

The width of the stem of the Savinelli 320 KS at the bit measures 3/4” but the mid stem measures a full 1”. See photos.

Then you have these sub 5” Volkan Reverse pipes that measure a full 1”wide the entire length of the short stem.

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[Lucashly]

If all else fails get some earth quake putty (Amzon). Easy to apply and easy to put the pipe on and off the putty. Putty is reusable.

 

[swampgrizzly]

In the category of First World problems, none of my wide stem pipes would fit through the round circle cut out holes of my current pipe racks. So, I ordered 2 new ones with open cut outs and 2 more where the bowl sits with no stem holders.

Ugh, as shown in the photos below, even the new pipe racks won’t accommodate pipes as common as a Savinelli 320 KS. Either the stem is too wide or the bowl is too big for the holder and slides right out as shown below.

Any suggestions besides individual pipe holders? Surely someone makes a pipe rack for wide stem pipes.Thx.

(click or tap on photo to enlarge)

Since I'm not very skilled at modifying or building my own pipe racks, I just keep my larger pipes in pipe socks.

 

[Mike N]

Here’s some good news for wide pipe stems. I found this beautiful Savinelli (Italy) 3-pipe rack at El Fumidor tobacco shop in Sewickley, PA today for $65. Note that Europeans smoke 9mm pipes, and the top cut outs are a full 1” so this will fit the wider stems.

 

[Mike N]

Here is the Savinelli rack with pipes. I’d love to find a few more.

 

[ssjones]

I've modified all my six-pipe "Fairfiax" brand pipe racks to accommodate larger, bend pipes. I cut out the "O" shape into a u-shape, and re-stained the raw wood. I like this brand because of the egg-shaped divot for the bowl rest. I have eight of these racks, and a 12 pipe, modified similarly. These will be for sale shortly, as I move to a cabinet/drawer storage system.

 

[Mike N]

I've modified all my six-pipe "Fairfiax" brand pipe racks to accommodate larger, bend pipes. I cut out the "O" shape into a u-shape, and re-stained the raw wood. I like this brand because of the egg-shaped divot for the bowl rest. I have eight of these racks, and a 12 pipe, modified similarly. These will be for sale shortly, as I move to a cabinet/drawer storage system.

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That’s great. I’m glad someone is stepping in to fill this void. But I’m not sure modifying existing racks will work; an all new rack needs to be designed with 1“ stem openings AND much larger egg-shaped indentations on the bottom row. Otherwise the larger briars like the Savinelli 320 series just don’t sit correctly and slide out.

 

[ssjones]

That’s great. I’m glad someone is stepping in to fill this void. But I’m not sure modifying existing racks will work; an all new rack needs to be designed with 1“ stem openings AND much larger egg-shaped indentations on the bottom row. Otherwise the larger briars like the Savinelli 320 series just don’t sit correctly and slide out.

they work for my similarly shape GBD 9438 my lone Sav 320

 

[Mike N]

they work for my similarly shape GBD 9438 my lone Sav 320

Great! Let us know when you list them.

 

[ThermionicScott]

Great! Let us know when you list them.

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[Doctor Chopper]

I bought a great pipe rack on Etsy, but it did not display my churchwardens well. I contacted the seller who modified the existing rack by lengthening 1.5” and added $20 to the price. I bought a third from him later.

You might want to try to discuss with someone who already knows how to build a pipe rack and who has the tools to do it right and make it look nice.