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Posted: 5/8/2022 7:04:23 PM EDT

I made three new ones (of a new design) a few months ago. I posted them here, and y'all gave me some nice feedback. But other than that, I haven't made a lot of pipes in the past six months at least. I've been disgustingly busy with work, and working on pipes just never made it to the top of my To Do list.

But now I finally had some extra time, and have gotten FINALLY five more done over the past two weeks and weekends.

Number 146:

Posted: 5/8/2022 7:05:12 PM EDT

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Number 147. I'm not sure what style is even called. It was very much an "emergent phenomenon" that just kind of took shape as I was making it. It was originally going to be similar to 146.

Posted: 5/8/2022 7:07:56 PM EDT

[#2]

Number 148:

Posted: 5/8/2022 7:08:47 PM EDT

[#3]

Nice

Posted: 5/8/2022 7:09:22 PM EDT

[#4]

Number 149:

ETA: Now that I see the photos, I am unhappy with the fit between the stem and the shank, and will probably have to re-do that.

Posted: 5/8/2022 7:11:25 PM EDT

[#5]

Number 150. This is the same design as the three I posted about a few months ago. They are pretty hard to make.

Here's a link to that thread, if anyone is interested in seeing three more of that design: https://www.ar15.com/forums/general/A-new-pipe-design-give-me-feedback/143-2524435/

Posted: 5/8/2022 7:14:38 PM EDT

[#6]

NM wrong forum

Kharn

Posted: 5/8/2022 7:16:57 PM EDT

[#7]

Those look really nice. What do you smoke in them?

Posted: 5/8/2022 7:17:59 PM EDT

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I wonder if I could de-duct the 911 annual property tax as a business expense if I put a big Vinland Pipes sticker on the car.

Here's a picture of a bunch of pipes in the frunk, from when I did a big give-away a few years ago.

Posted: 5/8/2022 7:19:25 PM EDT

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Thank you!

My preferred brand of tobacco is Cornell & Diehl. I've tried a bunch of other brands, but I keep coming back to C&D. I particularly like their Founding Fathers blend, as well as their Mocha blend.

Posted: 5/8/2022 8:38:16 PM EDT

[#10]

You do excellent work! I like 150 the best, it's a very cool look. They all are very nice though.

I remember my Dad sitting and smoking a pipe, and the tobacco always smelled so good. He was a graphic artist and would have really liked the look of these.

Posted: 5/8/2022 10:35:17 PM EDT

[#11]

#OP
Sir,

Where do you get the stems? Briar?

How do you carve them?

We you do a step by step?

Posted: 5/8/2022 10:40:01 PM EDT

[#12]

Impressive work!

Posted: 5/8/2022 10:42:19 PM EDT

[#13]

Absolutely beautiful..!!!!

Posted: 5/8/2022 10:42:20 PM EDT

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I made three new ones (of a new design) a few months ago. I posted them here, and y'all gave me some nice feedback. But other than that, I haven't made a lot of pipes in the past six months at least. I've been disgustingly busy with work, and working on pipes just never made it to the top of my To Do list.

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Nice!

Posted: 5/8/2022 10:49:51 PM EDT

[#15]

I know you said you’d probably redo it but I like #150.

Posted: 5/8/2022 10:53:51 PM EDT

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Where do you get the stems? Briar?

How do you carve them?

We you do a step by step?

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There’s an archived thread from about five years ago, in which I walk through the process. Let me know if you have questions after you’ve looked at that, and I will be happy to answer them.

https://www.ar15.com/forums/general/Let-s-make-a-pipe--new-Big-Blue-on-page-13-/143-2039584/

Posted: 5/8/2022 11:08:37 PM EDT

[#17]

Wow. 149 is my kind of pipe. Beautiful, and thanks for sharing.

Posted: 5/8/2022 11:13:59 PM EDT

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Number 147. I'm not sure what style is even called. It was very much an "emergent phenomenon" that just kind of took shape as I was making it. It was originally going to be similar to 146.

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Call it "the Seaman".

Or "El Capitan" so it isn't so obvious.

Or whatever the viking equivilent is

Posted: 5/8/2022 11:31:41 PM EDT

[#19]

Nice. I like #150.

Posted: 5/8/2022 11:36:28 PM EDT

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They are hard to make. The wood for that type of pipe is expensive, and not every one works out. I have made (or rather, tried to make) five of them, and only three were successful.

Posted: 5/16/2022 11:36:20 PM EDT

[#21]

Very nice!

Posted: 6/5/2022 1:46:14 PM EDT

[#22]

You should make a forward AR15 grip that doubles as a deep bowl pipe with finger groves like that. The stem can seal inside the bowl when not in use. Now that would be cool! I really don't know what's wrong with my brian or where that came from.

Posted: 8/29/2022 1:17:57 PM EDT

[#23]

Nice work. #149 is my pick but I'm a plain basic billiard tall bowl sort of guy.

Super clean finishes by the way. Totally respect the hand work that goes into these.

Posted: 8/29/2022 1:36:25 PM EDT

[#24]

Thank you! You are very kind.

Posted: 8/29/2022 1:46:03 PM EDT

[#25]

Impressive work!!! I opened expecting glass work but these pipes are quite impressive. You are an artist OP!

Posted: 8/29/2022 10:39:20 PM EDT

[#26]

Outstanding work DK. Really like the exposed bark/plateau section on the 150. Would love to see your take on some traditional danish shapes, a plateau top bent dublin or freehand style. Keep up the good work.

Posted: 11/8/2022 1:51:53 PM EDT

[#27]

Haven't been by the sub in a while. Those look great.

Posted: 11/28/2022 12:20:09 AM EDT

[#28]

I''ve been in the market for a pipe to diversify from my usual cigar habit and went to your website to see what you had. I am VERY close to buying that #149 "blemish" that I can't tell is a blemish. Let me have a bourbon after putting the youngin to bed. You might have an email later.

Posted: 11/28/2022 12:30:31 AM EDT

[#29]

How much for 146?

Had to edit, since everyone else likes 149, I'll get beat for that one.

Posted: 11/28/2022 12:49:59 AM EDT

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There is still time for 149. It depends on who's email he answers first.

Posted: 11/28/2022 1:49:34 PM EDT

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Unfortunately, 146 was gone a while ago, and I got thirstyswimmer's email last night, so he snagged that one.

That said, I will definitely be making more in that style since it is very popular, so if you are interested, you can always shoot me an IM - and that way, I can make it in the precise style and finish you'd like.

Posted: 11/29/2022 4:29:23 PM EDT

[#32]

Damn, I emailed you this morning about 149, looks like I'm late to the party

Posted: 11/29/2022 4:37:49 PM EDT

[#33]

Not a pipe maker but I do make stuff. Average price for your pipes? High - low maybe?

Thanks.

Posted: 11/30/2022 1:03:15 AM EDT

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To my arfcom account, or the Vinland pipes account? I think something may not be working right with the vinland email.

Posted: 11/30/2022 8:14:42 AM EDT

[#35]

The Vinland email.

Posted: 2/1/2023 11:30:21 PM EDT

[#36]

I will admit that I was a difficult customer. I hope I didn't dissuade you from future business DK, because I love the pipe! I have yet to master the burn rate, but it's coming along. Being a cigar smoker primarily before this, I have much to learn.
Thanks again DK

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Also would like to know where these matches were sourced. They put our usuals to shame.

Posted: 3/22/2023 4:37:44 PM EDT

[#37]

One Fiddy Fo is a keeper!

Posted: 3/22/2023 7:43:15 PM EDT

[#38]

That is real craftsmanship DK, beautiful work.

Posted: 4/15/2023 1:48:54 AM EDT

[#39]

@DK-Prof
I'm in the market and the pickin's look slim. Anything in the works?

Posted: 4/15/2023 9:34:53 AM EDT

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You are 100% correct, and it's embarrassing!

The inventory is low, and I have unfortunately been ridiculously busy with my "normal" day job, that I have not had as much time for pipes. In fact, I am working now, and just checking in on arfcom for a quick break. Working on a Saturday morning is just sad.

My plan is to try to find time in a few weeks to make three or four pipes, and try to get back to a better state.

If you want to IM me what style you like, I can definitely put you at the top of the list, but it will probably be at least a couple of weeks.

Posted: 4/15/2023 1:06:59 PM EDT

[#41]

IM sent. No rush.

This will be my first pipe. I'm going to need some tobacco recommendations.

Posted: 6/27/2023 2:29:38 PM EDT

[#42]

Man those are absolutely stunning works of art WOW

Posted: 7/21/2023 6:16:45 PM EDT

[#43]

I posted this in the Show off your Pipes thread, but thought it should go here as well

This repaired pipe you did for me was part of a Providential facetime conversation with my 22 year old son today who is out of state. We talked of manly endurance of hardship and his grandfather, whom he never got the chance to meet.
Thanks for repairing it.

Posted: 7/22/2023 12:34:00 AM EDT

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I posted this in the Show off your Pipes thread, but thought it should go here as well

This repaired pipe you did for me was part of a Providential facetime conversation with my 22 year old son today who is out of state. We talked of manly endurance of hardship and his grandfather, whom he never got the chance to meet.
Thanks for repairing it.

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Beautiful pipe and an even better cause. The wood grain in wonderfull.

Posted: 7/31/2023 1:45:51 AM EDT

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I posted this in the Show off your Pipes thread, but thought it should go here as well

This repaired pipe you did for me was part of a Providential facetime conversation with my 22 year old son today who is out of state. We talked of manly endurance of hardship and his grandfather, whom he never got the chance to meet.
Thanks for repairing it.

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That is awesome! Beautiful pipe.

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