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- Thu May 05, 2016 5:10 pm
- Forum: Stem Work
- Topic: not sure if stem or shank question...
- Replies: 23
- Views: 6407
Re: not sure if stem or shank question...
Some people do use a forstner bit, but this one was made with lathe tools. A forstner won't give you results that are quite as professional. Well, none that I've seen will.
- Thu May 05, 2016 1:00 am
- Forum: Stem Work
- Topic: stain influencing the stem fit
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2759
Re: stain influencing the stem fit
Although that sounds obvious at first, I quickly realised I don't sand my shank face after turning, as I've not mastered sanding it without ruining the stem fit... If you sand the face of the shank before turning the width of the shank to its final dimension, you won't have to worry about rounding ...
- Wed May 04, 2016 12:19 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Stem work equal to the best I've ever seen in my life...
- Replies: 28
- Views: 6349
Re: Stem work equal to the best I've ever seen in my life...
For the number of pipes he's made, Kent's work is very good. Greg Pease was showed me a pipe he bought from Kent at last year's KC show. I certainly understand the frustration expressed here, but I think there's another component and that is simply trust. Collectors want a lot of things, but a big p...
- Wed May 04, 2016 12:07 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Pipe Making - Post Chicago
- Replies: 13
- Views: 4086
Re: Pipe Making - Post Chicago
Walked into the shop.
Wife screamed at me.
Ran and hid.
Wife screamed at me.
Ran and hid.
- Wed May 04, 2016 12:05 pm
- Forum: Stummels
- Topic: Some advice?
- Replies: 9
- Views: 4475
Re: Some advice?
oh, and you can probably delete those other posts.
- Wed May 04, 2016 12:04 pm
- Forum: Stummels
- Topic: Some advice?
- Replies: 9
- Views: 4475
Re: Some advice?
I would just bevel or dome the rim. It's not ideal, but it's better than the gouge or topping the rim. Honestly, I wouldn't worry too much about it; don't let it frustrate you. The first pipes you make are all about learning, and now you know a little more about drilling, etc.
- Thu Mar 17, 2016 1:59 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Brian tour
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2037
Re: Brian tour
You might contact RD Field or Steve Monjure. No idea if they would do something like that for you though.
- Fri Mar 04, 2016 12:26 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: Form or Function Survey
- Replies: 18
- Views: 4403
Re: Form or Function Survey
Thanks for the participation so far, guys. I'd be happy to share the results once we have some more responses. Just so you know I'm too new to pipe making for over half of those questions to have any value from my answers. That didn't stop me from answering them though. I'm glad you did. One of the ...
- Wed Mar 02, 2016 2:05 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Form or Function Survey
- Replies: 18
- Views: 4403
Form or Function Survey
I had a discussion with another maker about how we all prioritize various aspects of pipe making differently. Some of us are driven by an artistic pursuit, and some of us only care about how the pipe smokes. I doubt any of us really view pipes as purely form or purely function enterprises, but I tho...
- Tue Mar 01, 2016 12:46 pm
- Forum: News and Announcements
- Topic: Look Out Boys.....
- Replies: 15
- Views: 4042
Re: Look Out Boys.....
I know many of you find it difficult to pull off both pink AND gold sequins. All I can say is regarding my above couture is "Nailed it!"
- Sun Feb 28, 2016 1:06 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: Who bought PME?
- Replies: 13
- Views: 3684
Re: Who bought PME?
Nate King's toilet paper.
- Sun Feb 28, 2016 1:05 am
- Forum: Tools and Tooling
- Topic: Tools you cant live without.
- Replies: 20
- Views: 6520
Re: Tools you cant live without.
He *is* a tool, but you *can* live without him.
- Sun Feb 28, 2016 1:04 am
- Forum: Finishing Techniques
- Topic: Sandblasting help
- Replies: 42
- Views: 14702
Re: Sandblasting help
The idea that you "need" a two-stage is not quite right imho. I agree; most of this is just a question of how much time you're willing to spend on sandblasting. It is possible to blast with a 30 gallon compressor, but I'm not saying you're doing something wrong. I'd guess there's another ...
- Sun Feb 28, 2016 12:40 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: Who bought PME?
- Replies: 13
- Views: 3684
Re: Who bought PME?
Not Steve, and it's all very hush hush right now. I'm assuming we'll hear pretty soon.
- Sat Feb 27, 2016 12:57 am
- Forum: Tools and Tooling
- Topic: Tools you cant live without.
- Replies: 20
- Views: 6520
Re: Tools you cant live without.
...and all answered by one response! haha
- Sat Feb 27, 2016 12:56 am
- Forum: Finishing Techniques
- Topic: Sandblasting help
- Replies: 42
- Views: 14702
Re: Sandblasting help
I looked at my compressor and my issue could be my CFM is only 7! It's a 30 gal compressor too. My first compressor was 30 gal too. It will work, but it takes *forever* for it to refill...at least mine did. you might try blasting the side of an unfinished block - like Premal said, you'll occasional...
- Fri Feb 26, 2016 5:17 pm
- Forum: Stummels
- Topic: Very Beginner Questions
- Replies: 45
- Views: 11872
Re: Very Beginner Questions
LatakiaLover wrote:e Markle wrote:
Sorry to be pedantic, Ernie, but there you go.
Pedantry on the topic of Sas is not only acceptable but entirely welcome as well.
- Fri Feb 26, 2016 4:13 pm
- Forum: News and Announcements
- Topic: Look Out Boys.....
- Replies: 15
- Views: 4042
Re: Look Out Boys.....
Dear Southwest Airlines,
I regret to inform you that, due to unforeseen circumstances, I am compelled to cancel my flight to Chicago. It appears that certain unsavory types will be in the city the same time as my planned visit. I'm certain you understand.
Kind Regards,
Mango
I regret to inform you that, due to unforeseen circumstances, I am compelled to cancel my flight to Chicago. It appears that certain unsavory types will be in the city the same time as my planned visit. I'm certain you understand.
Kind Regards,
Mango
- Fri Feb 26, 2016 4:09 pm
- Forum: Gallery
- Topic: 2nd attempt, be gentle!
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3141
Re: 2nd attempt, be gentle!
This is just fine for a second attempt, but if you're looking to make pipes regularly, you would make more and faster headway by just making basic pipes at the beginning. Of course, if you just plan on making a few pipes, then have at it! Either way, good luck.
- Fri Feb 26, 2016 4:05 pm
- Forum: Tools and Tooling
- Topic: Tools you cant live without.
- Replies: 20
- Views: 6520
Re: Tools you cant live without.
soooo many questions...PremalChheda wrote:Toilet Paper