I swing by occasionally, Troy, mainly to see what gems you have posted for our edification; and you never fail to deliver the goodies.
David's pipes are gorgeous - I spent a bit of time browsing round this afternoon - and, I heartily concur; his prices are fantastic, and his pipes are stellar. I don't think there was one there that I would not be happy to take home. I'd be most interested to see how your pipe ages and colours, so no pressure, but, progress pics would be good.
His take on Beckers's Rhodesian is fabulous - I say, if you can manage it, go for it.........I'm tempted to ask him if he'd consider doing an Eskimo.......damn this thread, and all those gorgeous pictures!!!!!