First asymmetrical pipe
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First asymmetrical pipe
Okay, at long last, pics of my first asymmetrical pipe. I did this way different than any other pipe I've ever shaped. I actually wnet into this having only the most basic idea of the type of pipe that I was hoping to get. I didn't even try to pre-shape the block on the bandsaw or anything.
First things first, I have begun to see the value in not using a belt grinder for shaping pipes. In order to get into the narrow joints and transition areas in a pipe like this, you need to be using a disc - you simply cannot do it with a contact wheel grinder no matter how large your contact wheel. I've already dedicated one electric motor for this, and may grab a couple more if I start doing a lot of pipes using this method.
Here's some pics:
Basically, this shape would simply not have been possible if all the holes had been drilled first. Also, without using the spoon bits from Brad, this pipe never would have gotten drilled. Reshaped S&D bits would not have drilled that tobacco chamber, no matter how many names you called them or fingers your injured.
And yes, it passes a cleaner.
First things first, I have begun to see the value in not using a belt grinder for shaping pipes. In order to get into the narrow joints and transition areas in a pipe like this, you need to be using a disc - you simply cannot do it with a contact wheel grinder no matter how large your contact wheel. I've already dedicated one electric motor for this, and may grab a couple more if I start doing a lot of pipes using this method.
Here's some pics:
Basically, this shape would simply not have been possible if all the holes had been drilled first. Also, without using the spoon bits from Brad, this pipe never would have gotten drilled. Reshaped S&D bits would not have drilled that tobacco chamber, no matter how many names you called them or fingers your injured.
And yes, it passes a cleaner.
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That is outstanding Kurt. Awesome!
-Bryan
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Thanks, all!
Steve,
I normally do sketch a pipe before making it, but in an informal way on the side of the block trying to find the best way to use the grain. This pipe was a complete departure - read the story here:
http://www.pipecrafter.com/pipes/cityman/kingyo.php
Steve,
I normally do sketch a pipe before making it, but in an informal way on the side of the block trying to find the best way to use the grain. This pipe was a complete departure - read the story here:
http://www.pipecrafter.com/pipes/cityman/kingyo.php
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Hi James,
I use a "light tent" to shoot in. Basically, it's a 3/4" PVC tube frame that has a white sheet draped over it, and a white piece of posterboard hung off the back crossmember.
That photo was taken a few years ago, and I've since swapped out the clip-on work lamps with inexpensive free-standing desk lamps. One lamp shines in on either side, and one from the top. The white sheet diffuses the light so that you don't get harsh highlights or spots, and the multidirectional lighting helps reduce the shadows.
Another key is to use a camera that has a custom white balance setting. Mine is a Canon 300D and this has proven a godsend - I can fix white balance on anything right at the camera. I snap a photo that's all or predominently white, and load that as the the basis for custom white balance. The camera bases it's compensation off that image, and I can fo an entire photo session without worrying about it.
I use a "light tent" to shoot in. Basically, it's a 3/4" PVC tube frame that has a white sheet draped over it, and a white piece of posterboard hung off the back crossmember.
That photo was taken a few years ago, and I've since swapped out the clip-on work lamps with inexpensive free-standing desk lamps. One lamp shines in on either side, and one from the top. The white sheet diffuses the light so that you don't get harsh highlights or spots, and the multidirectional lighting helps reduce the shadows.
Another key is to use a camera that has a custom white balance setting. Mine is a Canon 300D and this has proven a godsend - I can fix white balance on anything right at the camera. I snap a photo that's all or predominently white, and load that as the the basis for custom white balance. The camera bases it's compensation off that image, and I can fo an entire photo session without worrying about it.
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