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Post by Dramatwist on Sept 9, 2018 16:19:49 GMT -5
I want to say a few words about "Briar Spirit" pipes.
I recently acquired a fine example of his work in a trade for tobacco. I was curious about the story and why he was not one of the better-known pipe-makers.
I looked him up on another forum, and it is a sad story... brought tears to my eyes.
So, this pipe has become a highly valued member of my "briar family."
Thank you, Walt.
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Post by pepesdad1 on Sept 9, 2018 16:30:20 GMT -5
Kirk did his best, his work wasn't perfect and neither was he...but he tried. I treasure all his works.
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Post by Dramatwist on Sept 9, 2018 16:34:53 GMT -5
Kirk did his best, his work wasn't perfect and neither was he...but he tried. I treasure all his works. "Pride" to my mind, is not usually a good thing, but I am "proud" to own an example of the man's work. It's a fine piece of briar, and smokes great. God bless Kirk. |
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Post by Quintsrevenge on Sept 9, 2018 16:59:30 GMT -5
Give me some insight on the guy, I’ll add the name to my look for list...
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Post by Dramatwist on Sept 9, 2018 17:15:28 GMT -5
Give me some insight on the guy, I’ll add the name to my look for list... "Kirk Fitzgerald." UK. Walt knows more about him than I do. |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 9, 2018 17:26:45 GMT -5
I believe Kirk has been “ AOL “ for quite some time. I remember Walt was trying to get in touch with Kirk for some time. I’m sure Walt will read this thread and have more information
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Everyone from other forums spoke highly of Kirk👍👍👍
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Post by Dramatwist on Sept 9, 2018 17:31:57 GMT -5
I believe Kirk has been “ AOL “ for quite some time. I remember Walt was trying to get in touch with Kirk for some time. I’m sure Walt will read this thread and have more information PS
Everyone from other forums spoke highly of Kirk👍👍👍...I didn't know him... but the pipe I have of his is a huge, beautiful piece of briar... |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 9, 2018 17:35:07 GMT -5
I believe Kirk has been “ AOL “ for quite some time. I remember Walt was trying to get in touch with Kirk for some time. I’m sure Walt will read this thread and have more information PS
Everyone from other forums spoke highly of Kirk👍👍👍...I didn't know him... but the pipe I have of his is a huge, beautiful piece of briar... Kirk made many beautiful superb smoking pipes.......then puff....disappeared. |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 9, 2018 17:59:34 GMT -5
I knew him personally, Kirk was a troubled soul battling his own demons.
Our friendship ended in a absurd argument and then he was gone, I suspect he's still battling depression and other ails as well.
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Post by pepesdad1 on Sept 9, 2018 17:59:39 GMT -5
Ben, I don't think you will ever get the chance to own any of Kirk's pipes. He made them for his friends and not for sale. Peterd, I believe, has some, I have 14 of them and I think I had the most. I'll be honest with you, if you get the money together, buy a pipe from Ron (RonD Pipes). His work is incredible and you will never be happier than to have one of his creations. Pride in workmanship is Ron's middle name. I would put him on the level of Michael Parks of Canada. I don't own any of Ron's pipes because a) I can't afford them b)I can't afford to buy any more pipes. I traded Kirk tobacco for pipes (I probably shouldn't say that) but it is what it is.
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Post by pepesdad1 on Sept 9, 2018 18:00:47 GMT -5
Ron, I remember that argument...and for the record, you were right.
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Post by pepesdad1 on Sept 9, 2018 18:02:04 GMT -5
PS...I have no connection to Ron, other than knowing him through various forums and seeing his creations...they are incredible, to me.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 9, 2018 18:06:18 GMT -5
Ron, I remember that argument...and for the record, you were right. Well Walt, no matter who was right I wish him Gods speed sir. |
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Post by pepesdad1 on Sept 9, 2018 18:10:48 GMT -5
I agree....and if I sound over enthusiastic about your work...it is NOT over-enthusiasm...simple truth.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 9, 2018 18:21:47 GMT -5
I agree....and if I sound over enthusiastic about your work...it is NOT over-enthusiasm...simple truth. Thank you Walt, you are so very kind. |
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Post by AJ on Sept 9, 2018 18:30:51 GMT -5
I knew Kirk when he was making pipes and own two of his creations. Both are treasured.
AJ
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Post by pepesdad1 on Sept 9, 2018 18:35:08 GMT -5
Hey, old friend, stay safe and dry. I''ll be praying for it.
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Post by AJ on Sept 9, 2018 18:37:17 GMT -5
Yeah it looks we might be getting a bit of wind and rain later this week. Thanks for the prayers.
AJ
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Post by peterd-Buffalo Spirit on Sept 9, 2018 19:44:01 GMT -5
… yes, I knew Kirk and helped him set-up his first forum...while he did offer to send me some of his pipes I declined...his Mental Health issues were troubling and his resistance to make better personal choices ended my help...
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Post by Dramatwist on Sept 9, 2018 19:48:55 GMT -5
… yes, I knew Kirk and helped him set-up his first forum...while he did offer to send me some of his pipes I declined...his Mental Health issues were troubling and his resistance to make better personal choices ended my help... ...well, whatever his trouble was, he crafted some damn good pipes... |
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Post by pepesdad1 on Sept 9, 2018 19:52:25 GMT -5
" his resistance to make better personal choices "
This, too was an issue I had with him. The key to the whole problem was "his" not anyone eases including his wife. As you said earlier...it was sad.
...and I guess this is a good point to end this thread.
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Post by Dramatwist on Sept 9, 2018 19:55:20 GMT -5
OK. Thread is done.
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