bending stems

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Re: bending stems

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I use a heat gun. A vice holds it so I have two hands free. Only takes me a few minutes to bend even a thick stem and i like how even and controlled the heating is with little chance of scorching.
Yep! Exactly what Chris said! :wink:
Dan
Gabrieli Pipes My gun sits up straight for hands free use.
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