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How do I get rid of that sulfur smell from a new stem????

I have one, just havent tried it yet....so I was wondering what the consensus was.

Has anyone had any experience with the PME Band Tool?

how long does the coating take to dry typically? Im experimenting on some throw aways, and made some paste last night, still a sticky mess....

Thanks all!

OK, I need some advice from you veterans. Trying to save some money on shop purchases, I found what I thought was a good deal on a lathe online. large, new works well. All except one issue, I bought a 4 jaw self centering chuck, and after many bad purchases, finally found a faceplate that fits the c...

Kurt, that is the best system yet! I guess I will have to come up with something eventually. As for marking, I think I am going to go with a simple letter system, I already own the letter stamps......

Is there a "standard" grading system out there, or at least a common? Or is it carvers choice?

Thanks gents, I personally cant stand putty. I just wanted to ask those with more experience than I have. My pipes seem to have struck a nerve with a very particular customer set, and this particular pit is right at the bottom. I might just leave it.
Ken

OK, I am having a rash of sand pits in some of my briar lately. What are y'alls thought on putty to fill in small pits?

Thanks, It does seem easy. I will give it a try

OK I may have asked this before, but what is the best way to put bands on briar? Are there any special tools needed? Is there one source better than another? Thanks.

OK nube question, where do you all suggest I get a stamp made?

Ken Latham