Any critique would be greatly appreciated.
-Mark
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d.huber wrote:Your adjustments improved the pipe dramatically, but the bowl still feels like it's leaning too far back, like it's being pulled towards the shank with a taught string. If you try this shape again, cant the bowl forward to let the pipe relax.
To run with the string idea: on every pipe you make, imagine a string between the back of the rim (facing the smoker) and the button. Your goal should be to find a balancing point in the angles so that this string hangs with little tension. Maybe that makes no sense, but it helps me to visualize the relationship between bowl and shank. Let them balance each other instead of pull at each other.
Only other thing I see is these:
Scratches on a smooth are unacceptable and you should hold yourself to a higher standard than that. You are too good already to let shit like this slide.
I look forward to seeing more pictures. I wanna see your slot, your tenon, and your mortise.
Great work, Mark.
Thanks, Red!Red wrote:Great job, Mark!
Thanks David. I'll put more time in on the slot. I'm having trouble buffing the rim in general, with out wearing away the other edges... You've given me some good goals to strive for on the next. Thanks.d.huber wrote:Sand the inside of your slot to 400 and buff with a loaded pipe cleaner. The bevel on the rim should have the same finish as the rest of the pipe on a smooth. These little extras make a difference and will help to elevate your work if you do them.
Overall excellent work. This level of quality on your workmanship should be your do-not-drop-below line.
I'm excited to see your work progress.
You're welcome!fiddlestix wrote:Thanks David. I'll put more time in on the slot. I'm having trouble buffing the rim in general, with out wearing away the other edges... You've given me some good goals to strive for on the next. Thanks.d.huber wrote:Sand the inside of your slot to 400 and buff with a loaded pipe cleaner. The bevel on the rim should have the same finish as the rest of the pipe on a smooth. These little extras make a difference and will help to elevate your work if you do them.
Overall excellent work. This level of quality on your workmanship should be your do-not-drop-below line.
I'm excited to see your work progress.
Thank you, Félix!maxmil wrote:Very nice, and very well executed.
Best regards.
Félix
Thanks, Wayne!wdteipen wrote:Looks good.
I appreciate the kind words, Charl!Charl wrote:Looking grand! Well done