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Almost done...
Posted: Thu Apr 26, 2012 12:30 pm
by Gershom
Here are two that I am almost finished with. Do you think that I should shorten the churchwarden stem for the Oom Paul? The other still has some grinding to go, and I am unsure how to describe the shape.
Thanks for your opinions!
Re: Almost done...
Posted: Thu Apr 26, 2012 11:02 pm
by Growley
Gershom wrote:Do you think that I should shorten the churchwarden stem for the Oom Paul?
I'd say that depends on how big your belly is. It might sit just perfect there if it's the right length
I think it has some merit being that long. It's my favorite of the two.
Re: Almost done...
Posted: Fri Apr 27, 2012 4:32 am
by wdteipen
I think the length of the churchwarden stem is fine if that's the look you're after but I would decrease the diameter of the stem. The thickness really dwarfs the pipe bowl.
Re: Almost done...
Posted: Fri Apr 27, 2012 12:28 pm
by Gershom
Thanks for the advice gentlemen. I plan to take the stem to the belt sander, and I might still shorten it, we will see how it looks after a bit of thinning.
What are your comments on the straight? I need direction with it, because I am unsure of what shape it will be.
Thanks for the help.
Re: Almost done...
Posted: Sat Apr 28, 2012 4:29 pm
by Gershom
This is the finished Oom Paul. You were right, it does look better with a shorter stem. Thoughts?