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by PremalChheda
Thu Jun 21, 2012 9:44 am
Forum: Tools and Tooling
Topic: Ready for Spoon Bits?
Replies: 227
Views: 29918

Re: Ready for Spoon Bits?

I am going to start shipping first to those who have paid in full, including postage. I have yet to weigh the set in order to know the cost of mailing... I might compare the cost to Flat rate Priority mail.... just trying to save you guys money! :wink: Priority Mail Small Flate Rate with $400.00 in...
by PremalChheda
Sun Apr 29, 2012 9:34 pm
Forum: Finishing Techniques
Topic: Stain review - Minwax water based stain
Replies: 2
Views: 2046

Re: Stain review - Minwax water based stain

I would not suggest to use minwax stains. Try a powder analine die that dissolves in water or alcohol or Fiebing's (Which is good to go as is).
by PremalChheda
Fri Apr 27, 2012 10:58 am
Forum: Tools and Tooling
Topic: Ready for Spoon Bits?
Replies: 227
Views: 29918

Re: Ready for Spoon Bits?

For anyone that is in dire need of bits, I have 2 extra 7/8 inch bits from Brad's first run that I am willing to part with. Please pm or call me.

Best Regards,
Premal
by PremalChheda
Tue Dec 06, 2011 5:54 pm
Forum: Gallery
Topic: A Christmas Pipe and a Question if I may?
Replies: 13
Views: 1206

Re: A Christmas Pipe and a Question if I may?

You could also just sand the chamber. The stain should only be on the surface of the chamber and a few swipes with 220 + 400 should be enough to remove it. The stain that is in the capillaries is dry and should not show up after the sanding. I've never run into this so I can't speak by experience h...
by PremalChheda
Mon Dec 05, 2011 1:00 am
Forum: Gallery
Topic: A Christmas Pipe and a Question if I may?
Replies: 13
Views: 1206

Re: A Christmas Pipe and a Question if I may?

You could also just sand the chamber. The stain should only be on the surface of the chamber and a few swipes with 220 + 400 should be enough to remove it. The stain that is in the capillaries is dry and should not show up after the sanding. Or to keep with the Christmas spirit - stain the tobacco c...
by PremalChheda
Mon Dec 05, 2011 12:55 am
Forum: Stem Work
Topic: A brief procedure on the use of delrin tenons
Replies: 52
Views: 26465

Re: A brief procedure on the use of delrin tenons

I have been using the score and epoxy method to attach the delrin tenon to the stem, but I have recently viewed another pipemaker that is threading the connection. He still uses a little epoxy just in case, but it is really a good tight fit and will have little to no chance of popping out. Even if ...
by PremalChheda
Sun Dec 04, 2011 7:39 pm
Forum: Stem Work
Topic: A brief procedure on the use of delrin tenons
Replies: 52
Views: 26465

Re: A brief procedure on the use of delrin tenons

I have been using the score and epoxy method to attach the delrin tenon to the stem, but I have recently viewed another pipemaker that is threading the connection. He still uses a little epoxy just in case, but it is really a good tight fit and will have little to no chance of popping out. Even if i...
by PremalChheda
Sun Dec 04, 2011 7:27 pm
Forum: Stummels
Topic: Stabilizing Mortise and tenon for nice fit
Replies: 19
Views: 5977

Re: Stabilizing Mortise and tenon for nice fit

Everytime I order from a tool supplier, I always order a few delrin/acetal rods because of some inconsistancy. I throw away quite a bit. It is usually cause some will have machine marks in them, but I have noticed some have not been the correct size. I would suggest drilling at a little under 5/16 a...
by PremalChheda
Sun Dec 04, 2011 3:53 pm
Forum: Stummels
Topic: Stabilizing Mortise and tenon for nice fit
Replies: 19
Views: 5977

Stabilizing Mortise and tenon for nice fit

Hello Friends, I wanted to share some information with everyone and in particular those that are new to the craft. I have come across many pipes from new pipemakers in the past few years, and the connection sometimes will become loose. There are many reasons that may cause this to happen, but there ...