Safe Display/Transport of Odd-Shaped Pipes?

[Manawydan]

I recently acquired an LCS Briars Baby Chrysalis pipe and with it came a conundrum: its freehand shape does not lend itself to 'normal' pipe stands or pouches. The overall length is nearly 8" and the bowl is just over half that length by itself, with curves and pointy bits. Does anyone have recommendations on simple but nice ways to safely display pipes like this? (I wouldn't want it to topple over and get damaged) And also anyone know of single pipe pouches that accommodate larger odd-shaped pipes?

Here's a pic for reference (more pics and description in my post over in the Pipe Talk forum):

 

[jpmcwjr]

Safest: flat on a solid surface.

Pipe pouch? A clean old woolen sock should be perfect.

 

[Manawydan]

Safest: flat on a solid surface.

Pipe pouch? A clean old woolen sock should be perfect.

It only really lays flat when it is on its side -- not the best 'display' angle. Appreciate the sock suggestion -- that's where I was leaning by default, but I do like cases.

 

[shanez]

I use something like this:



Mine are a little different but the metal is very flexible and can be bent/shaped to suit individual pipes.

I order 20-30 at a time on aliexpress to save on shipping.

 

[Manawydan]

I use something like this:

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Mine are a little different but the metal is very flexible and can be bent/shaped to suit individual pipes.

I order 20-30 at a time on aliexpress to save on shipping.

Thanks for that — looks promising and nice.

 

[AroEnglish]

I know this sounds stupid but try to find a small beanbag or hacky sack thing so that it can sit on that. The beads/sand should allow you to angle it to your preference.

 

[anotherbob]

I know this sounds stupid but try to find a small beanbag or hacky sack thing so that it can sit on that. The beads/sand should allow you to angle it to your preference.

you read my mind. OR in other words I second that suggestion. Though honestly I'd display that in a closed cabinet. It's strange I am a weirdo and not too traditional but for pipes I am stuck on the traditional shapes. Love the grain though.

 

[AroEnglish]

I know this sounds stupid but try to find a small beanbag or hacky sack thing so that it can sit on that. The beads/sand should allow you to angle it to your preference.

Something like this:

https://www.smokingpipes.com/accessories/pipe-stands-and-pouches/moreinfo.cfm?product_id=114623

 

[bullet08]

This calls for a Pelican case with foam linings.

 

[kcghost]

You could take a look at Julius Vesz heavy leather pouches to put it. Might be a little small though.

 

[Manawydan]

I know this sounds stupid but try to find a small beanbag or hacky sack thing so that it can sit on that. The beads/sand should allow you to angle it to your preference.

Great idea actually -- thanks @AroEnglish -- just need to find something small and squishy enough.

 

[Manawydan]

Something like this:

https://www.smokingpipes.com/accessories/pipe-stands-and-pouches/moreinfo.cfm?product_id=114623

Yeah -- I've seen those, but not sure if they are large enough to work for my specific pipe. Might just have to buy one and see.

 

[Manawydan]

This calls for a Pelican case with foam linings.

I *love* Pelican cases. A bit overkill for the one pipe though... now if we're talking briefcase-size with all my pipes in laser-cut compartments...

 

[Manawydan]

You could take a look at Julius Vesz heavy leather pouches to put it. Might be a little small though.

I'm having difficulty locating examples for sale. Do you know of any links/retailers? I have several Martin Wess pouches, but they won't fit the pipe.

 

[AroEnglish]

Yeah -- I've seen those, but not sure if they are large enough to work for my specific pipe. Might just have to buy one and see.

If you know someone who's half decent at sewing I'm sure they could make one for you easily.

 

[PaulRVA]

For transport a small Pelican Case.
For general use send the measurements to Dark Fired Leather and have him make you a zippered and lined pouch.
For display maybe a driftwood tripod type stand.

 

[kcghost]

Go to his website at juliusveszpipes.com

 

[Manawydan]

For transport a small Pelican Case.
For general use send the measurements to Dark Fired Leather and have him make you a zippered and lined pouch.
For display maybe a driftwood tripod type stand.

Thanks for the options! Good advice.

 

[Manawydan]

Go to his website at juliusveszpipes.com

Sorry -- but that URL goes to a casino site... Maybe it is no longer valid?

 

[thomasw]

Ok I have a slightly different take. That is one big bold bad-ass pipe; it is wild and feral, something out of the stone age -- almost like an ancient axe-pipe combo; I can imagine a manly caveman smoking that quarter pound pipe in and around his cave and resting it upon a stone....

You, too, could embrace the stone age aesthetic. Go to a freestone river and find a suitable stone; bring it home to your 'cave'; you are now embracing the fulness of your wild and free pipe.

Kill a suitable animal; you might consider using your bad-ass pipe But regardless use the skin to stitch yourself a pouch for your bad-ass piping tool.

Or do it the modern way and shop for stuff