Which of These Racks is Better for the Pipes?

[Doctor Chopper]

Option A looks unusual, and I would also worry about bending the stem after storage for years. For sale it is a good idea.

Option B is what they use at Briarworks, which I think is where the picture was taken. When I was there, I looked at the set up and decided not to consider it. It did take some force to put the pipes into the holder, and I would worry that it would mark up the finish over time.

Has anyone used this type of wall hanger? It would hang it upside down with only gravity and has a protected surface. You could also space it according to the size of the pipe. Anythoughts?

 

[AroEnglish]

Option A looks unusual, and I would also worry about bending the stem after storage for years. For sale it is a good idea.

Option B is what they use at Briarworks, which I think is where the picture was taken. When I was there, I looked at the set up and decided not to consider it. It did take some force to put the pipes into the holder, and I would worry that it would mark up the finish over time.

Has anyone used this type of wall hanger? It would hang it upside down with only gravity and has a protected surface. You could also space it according to the size of the pipe. Anythoughts?

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Yes, I think B is from BriarWorks. It looks good but I agree (and others have commented) that it would likely wear out the finish on the shank.

 

[ThermionicScott]

Has anyone used this type of wall hanger? It would hang it upside down with only gravity and has a protected surface. You could also space it according to the size of the pipe. Anythoughts?

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I would check what kind of coating they use on the hook. You wouldn't want something that might react with the finish on your pipes.

 

[AroEnglish]

If anyone is still following this thread I found these which are sold by Arango. You'll need to find a shop who can order them for you, though:

Rubber Pipe Mount Clips-12 – Arango

arangocigarco.com

 

[Gimlet]

I'm planning a pipe cabinet and having looked at all the options I think I'm just going to have tiers of narrow shelves with the pipes resting on squat leather of wooden ring stands which I can make myself and which will be fixed in place.
No strain on stem and mouthpieces, no risk of damage to finishes and the cleanest means of display.