changing shape of churchwarden stem?

[Robster]

Hi all,

A few weeks back my cheap Mr Brog Churchwarden stem broke and I had 2 replacements sent.
They've arrived finally, and they're different shapes (which is understandable, as they hand shape them I believe by dipping in very hot water then bending afterwards)

The thing is, one is WAY too bent for me and I'd like to reduce the arc's angle.

I'm assuming they're just a cheap plastic. Any suggestions?
Is it worth it, as I'd rather put up with it than have it break.

Advice much appreciated.

Rob

 

[brother cavefish]

whatever it is made of , stick a pipe cleaner in it--boil some water and when it is very hot lay the stem section you want to bend in it for about 15 to 20 seconds see it it bends- its all you from there