All of this. I think sticking with the carver's unique style and what they do best is the way to go. That should keeps costs within reason, provide a good example of the carver's niche, and be an all around nice LE.
Start saving them dollars.
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All of this. I think sticking with the carver's unique style and what they do best is the way to go. That should keeps costs within reason, provide a good example of the carver's niche, and be an all around nice LE.
Interested...
I'm interested.
An acorn, and/or something with a long shank would be nice. But also, I agree with everyone who suggested going with what the carver is known for.
An acorn, and/or something with a long shank would be nice. But also, I agree with everyone who suggested going with what the carver is known for.
Already in the works!? Bravo!
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Conversations have been had, ideas tossed around, progress has been made.
Always in.
I'm interested but can't commit... as for shape I am really into Dublin pipes at the moment, but I also agree that the carvers niche should probably be heavily favored. Either way I don't have much right to say on shape since I'm non-committal (but I really do want to this year, kinda just to say I have one higher end pipe).
A bit expensive. Before I say yes, it depends on the looks of the pipe.
If I don't like it, I don't buy it.
The good thing is, I like a lot of things.
Good work. How much he needs minimum? And how much maximum?
If I don't like it, I don't buy it.
The good thing is, I like a lot of things.
Good work. How much he needs minimum? And how much maximum?
Yep
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Minimum and maximum number of pipes or Minimum and maximum cost.
As of now there are no minimum or maximum number of pipes to be made. More is probably better. Price is what it is. We’ll try to keep it as low as possible but the price of decent briar and life in general is going up.
As I said earlier, I think this may be last year of sub $300 dollar pipes unless we can find a really new carver who needs the practice. Then it’s just a crap shoot regarding quality.
I'm in. Shape doesn't matter to me, but at this point in my life I prefer larger bowls.
I'm interested, just need to make sure the funds are allocated for such a purchase 
Larry
Larry
I'm always interested, but frankly it's getting harder to justify the cost of buying a new L.E. pipe. I've purchased eight of the previous L.E.s and always regretted it when I passed on one. That being said, I've had my fill of short stemmed pipes no matter how nice. If it's a short stemmed pipe this year, that will be a hard no. I prefer Dublins, Zulus or Peterson style jaw hangers, but not to the exclusion of other traditional styles. So if I like the proposed pipe style, then I'm still 50/50 on whether to buy one. That's the best I can say for now. A medium sized bowl would be preferred.
Crickets?
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I'm casually interested. It would have to be a pretty spectacular pipe to get me to drop close to $300 on a club pipe. I agree with the others who have expressed a preference for the maker's signature style of pipe. All else being equal, it guarantees a higher quality pipe.
If that style happens to be a poker, bulldog or billiard, count me out. If it's a bent plateaux Dublin or a Peewit, I'll find the money somewhere, even if I have to sell some razors...
If that style happens to be a poker, bulldog or billiard, count me out. If it's a bent plateaux Dublin or a Peewit, I'll find the money somewhere, even if I have to sell some razors...
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— Voltaire
“Success is sweet and sweeter if long delayed and gotten through many struggles and defeats.”
— Amos Bronson Alcott
“The trees that are slow to grow bear the best fruit.”
— Moliere
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Quick update. The Artist Proof pipe is done but the carver has been extremely busy getting ready for the Chicago Pipe show. We won’t be announcing until AFTER the show so start expecting more info in the second part of April.
Hirsute
Used to have fun with Commander Yellow Pantyhose
Checking in and reporting interested.
Any teasers that perhaps we can sleuth for answers?
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