KA9FFJ Master
I'm not sure where you are in your pipe hobby journey, but next time you are near St. Charles, stop by John Dengler Tobacconist = 700 S. Main St., in Old St. Charles. He has a quaint little B&M there and is very knowledgeable. Also, there is a St. Louis Pipe Club. I have met a few of the guys at the annual St. Louis pipe show held every February. You can receive loads of hands-on learning from them. Because their meeting location is quite a distance from Granite City, I have never made their meetings, but you might want to check them out as well. Hope this helps...
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Re: Pipe refinishing
Here's the final: (View Post) -
Re: Pipe refinishing
Had to literally drill out the draw hole in the shank, and after about 12 bristles, finally got the internal stummel clear ( including reaming the bowl)... (View Post) -
Re: Pipe refinishing
Decided to tackle the Custombilt. I don't think the pipe had ever been cleaned. Had to put it in the freezer just to get the stem to come loose (it was so gunked up) Here's the starting point pics... (View Post) -
Re: StL Pipe Show 2022
@vtgrad2003 There are a couple of Savinellis in the group. One is located top row, 3rd from last (with the shank extension)... (View Post) -
Re: Pipe refinishing
Developed a plan. Time will tell if it was worth it. Mixed 5 parts yellow with 2 parts oxblood. Then heated the stummel to open the wood... (View Post)
