Simple Billiard

[shikano53]

Lotus Eater my website is here:

Christopher Pipes

Hand carved briar tobacco pipes

www.christopherpipes.com

This isn't a sales pitch or attempting to get around the goal posts. AKA the rules.
You asked a direct question and I gave you a Direct answer.

 

[LotusEater]

Lotus Eater my website is here:

Christopher Pipes

Hand carved briar tobacco pipes

www.christopherpipes.com

This isn't a sales pitch or attempting to get around the goal posts. AKA the rules.
You asked a direct question and I gave you a Direct answer.

That’s my interpretation- maybe I should have messaged you privately.

 

[shikano53]

Just an FYI - I had a number of broken links and a few pages that needed repair. I fixed it all yesterday.

 

[Toast]

Just an FYI - I had a number of broken links and a few pages that needed repair. I fixed it all yesterday.

I had a peek yesterday & today & I'm still struggling to see most of the available pipes (no pictures, links don't take me anywhere) - that might be because I'm trying to do it on my phone though...?

 

[jpmcwjr]

Phones make it more difficult for many.

OTOH, when you open some pages, there will be empty boxes for pictures, and you have to click on them to open the photos and. specs.

Some very fine pieces available!

 

[Toast]

What I can see looks great! & I'll have a try on my laptop tomorrow if I get a chance - mostly I just get this though:

 

[saltedplug]

There's a lot of mention in this thread of "the simple billiard." But artisans often say that billiards aren't simple, that in fact they are among the most difficult forms to shape because the dimensions have to be exact.

If simple, for the many made? If simple because straight, eschewing complex design?

 

[shikano53]

saltedplug, I couldn't agree more. When I use the word simple, I don't mean simple to make. I mean it is a good, well made conforming to proper Billiard dimensions and a good smoking pipe with no ostentatious baubles and whirly-gigs.
Please don't misunderstand what I'm trying to say here! Certain types of pipes, and shapes look great with a lot of baubles and artful whirly-gigs.
My own personal preference is no more than one decoration on a pipe, a band of an exotic wood, a ring, spalted maple, I think that too many decorations on a single pipe take away from the purity and clean lines of the pipe.
Just my two cents worth of amateur carving.
Guys, gals, please have a look at my website and let me know if links don't work or pictures don't show up.
Everything is working as far as I can determine. I use Firefox but I can also preview on other platforms.
Thanks all.

 

[LotusEater]

saltedplug, I couldn't agree more. When I use the word simple, I don't mean simple to make. I mean it is a good, well made conforming to proper Billiard dimensions and a good smoking pipe with no ostentatious baubles and whirly-gigs.
Please don't misunderstand what I'm trying to say here! Certain types of pipes, and shapes look great with a lot of baubles and artful whirly-gigs.
My own personal preference is no more than one decoration on a pipe, a band of an exotic wood, a ring, spalted maple, I think that too many decorations on a single pipe take away from the purity and clean lines of the pipe.
Just my two cents worth of amateur carving.
Guys, gals, please have a look at my website and let me know if links don't work or pictures don't show up.
Everything is working as far as I can determine. I use Firefox but I can also preview on other platforms.
Thanks all.

The only images that are visible on the available pipes page are the the narrow bent Dublin and the saddel stem stack billiard. The other ones just appear as grey boxes with the word picture. - I’m using an iPhone 12

 

[LotusEater]

FYI - When I click on one of the pipes with no image the detailed description and sales link open but still no images

 

[shikano53]

Thanks LotusEater, dang that frustrates me all to heck and gone. I'll ask the techs at Coffeecup Software because I use their design platform.
Thanks man

 

[jpmcwjr]

Chris- Some show up, and some do not. HTH.

 

[hauntedmyst]

I love a simple billiard!

 

[jpmcwjr]

Me, too. There's probably a better word than "simple"....Basic? Pure? Regular? Plain?

 

[shikano53]

Thanks jp, I'm still waiting on tech support.

 

[LotusEater]

Me, too. There's probably a better word than "simple"....Basic? Pure? Regular? Plain?

Classic?

 

[LotusEater]

Thanks jp, I'm still waiting on tech support.

Let us know when the bugs are worked out
I’ve followed some of your postings on the pipe makers forum and I’d love to get a better look at your gallery and your available pipes. Maybe I’ll try on my laptop .

 

[CoffeeAndBourbon]

Lotus Eater my website is here:

Christopher Pipes

Hand carved briar tobacco pipes

www.christopherpipes.com

This isn't a sales pitch or attempting to get around the goal posts. AKA the rules.
You asked a direct question and I gave you a Direct answer.

Thank you!

Beautiful work my friend!

 

[5star]

Beautiful pipe.
Well done !

 

[CoffeeAndBourbon]

Just got the Bent Dublin!!