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Post by herman on Apr 16, 2019 10:40:45 GMT -5
This subject has more then likly been talked about but I would like to know what makes one brand of pipes more expensive then another like Peterson or Dunhill compaired to Keywoodie lets say. Thank-you in advance Herman.
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Post by stone on Apr 16, 2019 10:51:45 GMT -5
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Post by Deleted on Apr 16, 2019 11:03:00 GMT -5
Craftsmanship........in a perfect world.
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Post by chasingembers on Apr 16, 2019 12:53:59 GMT -5
This subject has more then likly been talked about but I would like to know what makes one brand of pipes more expensive then another like Peterson or Dunhill compaired to Keywoodie lets say. Thank-you in advance Herman. The name. |
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Post by chasingembers on Apr 16, 2019 12:55:24 GMT -5
Craftsmanship........in a perfect world. That's normally what I would say, but after having three dud Dunhills, certainly not the case there. |
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Post by captblack on Apr 16, 2019 12:59:01 GMT -5
Either one or more of these:
- Brand Name (not necessarily indicative of quality);
- Materials used to craft the pipe;
- Time spent crafting the pipe;
- Demand for the specific pipe versus supply
Pipes are generally either production line made or hand made, and hand made pipes cost more for obvious reasons.
You cited Kaywoodie above? Have you ever seen a Kaywoodie handmade pipe? They do exist, and they are beautiful - and they are about 3-5x the cost of a production Kaywoodie.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 16, 2019 14:07:03 GMT -5
My response to another post you might not have read.............
Definitely besides the person smoking the pipe I’d say overall craftsmanship and the perfect mechanics it takes to create that perfect smoking pipe. Properly cured and well aged briar plays a big role in “ that perfect pipe “ . Not necessarily the price, I own a number of pipes that cost me under $40.00 and smoke better than one of my $600.00 pipes. Which proves it’s not the cost of the pipe that makes it a superb smoker.
Good luck in your search for a few inexpensive smoking pipes. A perfect example of well crafted pipes that have been well thought out with design and craftsmanship and the cost is definitely under $250.00 is an RDPpipes...once Ron is set up and ready to go once again. Our very own Jason aka Cramptholomew......my Stacked Nosewarmer Jason crafted for me is one of my top 5 best smokers already along with my Ron Powell Devil Anse. Although I don’t own one, from everything I read you can not go wrong with a Robert Paerkins Pipe. All I have read about Roberts pipes were extremely positive and well worth the price👍👍👍
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Post by Deleted on Apr 16, 2019 14:27:07 GMT -5
Thank you for your praise Ted but, it's been some time since I sold a pipe for under $250.
If I remember correctly the last pipes I sold were for $275 and, yes there has been the occasional
Sale but, not on a regular basis. My intention is not to poo poo your post sir but, only to give the
correct information.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 16, 2019 14:34:42 GMT -5
Thank you for your praise Ted but, it's been some time since I sold a pipe for under $250. If I remember correctly the last pipes I sold were for $275 and, yes there has been the occasional Sale but, not on a regular basis. My intention is not to poo poo your post sir but, only to give the correct information. Ron, I remember that pipe you sold for $275.00, which was a very reasonable price for the pipe. At the time I remembered when your pipes sold for under $250.00. Your pipes are definitely worth the money your asking. I meant no disrespect to your craft. My post was leaning to well crafted pipes that don’t cost an arm and a leg, and your pipes are all lookers, superb smokers and don’t sell for $600.00!!! |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 16, 2019 14:41:37 GMT -5
Thank you for your praise Ted but, it's been some time since I sold a pipe for under $250. If I remember correctly the last pipes I sold were for $275 and, yes there has been the occasional Sale but, not on a regular basis. My intention is not to poo poo your post sir but, only to give the correct information. Ron, I remember that pipe you sold for $275.00, which was a very reasonable price for the pipe. At the time I remembered when your pipes sold for under $250.00. Your pipes are definitely worth the money your asking. I meant no disrespect to your craft. My post was leaning to well crafted pipes that don’t cost an arm and a leg, and your pipes are all lookers and don’t sell for $600.00!!! I understand sir, just didn't want anyone disappointed when they didn't find any priced as such.
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Post by sperrytops on Apr 16, 2019 14:46:37 GMT -5
Craftsmanship........in a perfect world. That's normally what I would say, but after having three dud Dunhills, certainly not the case there. Sorry to hear about your Dunhill experience, Duane. I have four and they are all superb smokers. Perhaps I just got lucky. |
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Post by scrooge on Apr 16, 2019 14:55:47 GMT -5
Ron, I remember that pipe you sold for $275.00, which was a very reasonable price for the pipe. At the time I remembered when your pipes sold for under $250.00. Your pipes are definitely worth the money your asking. I meant no disrespect to your craft. My post was leaning to well crafted pipes that don’t cost an arm and a leg, and your pipes are all lookers and don’t sell for $600.00!!! I understand sir, just didn't want anyone disappointed when they didn't find any priced as such.
If a line hasn't already started forming RDPipes an isn't to long mark me down for one. "I like unusual" |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 16, 2019 15:33:50 GMT -5
I understand sir, just didn't want anyone disappointed when they didn't find any priced as such.
If a line hasn't already started forming RDPipes an isn't to long mark me down for one. "I like unusual" No lines sir, I take them as they come per say and don't put anyone ahead of anyone, just do them when the times comes. Unusual really leaves that wide open, I like it!  |
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Post by chasingembers on Apr 16, 2019 16:11:06 GMT -5
That's normally what I would say, but after having three dud Dunhills, certainly not the case there. Sorry to hear about your Dunhill experience, Duane. I have four and they are all superb smokers. Perhaps I just got lucky. Biggest issue was drilling. You kind of expect a straight pipe to pass a pipe cleaner. |
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Post by sperrytops on Apr 16, 2019 16:13:38 GMT -5
Sorry to hear about your Dunhill experience, Duane. I have four and they are all superb smokers. Perhaps I just got lucky. Biggest issue was drilling. You kind of expect a straight pipe to pass a pipe cleaner. Ah, I get it. That would drive me insane if I got one that didn't pass a cleaner. The 4 Duns I have do, thank god, otherwise my reaction would have been the same as yours. If that had happened on the first Dun I bought I would never have bought another. |
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Post by Cramptholomew on Apr 16, 2019 16:58:50 GMT -5
Sorry to hear about your Dunhill experience, Duane. I have four and they are all superb smokers. Perhaps I just got lucky. Biggest issue was drilling. You kind of expect a straight pipe to pass a pipe cleaner. now, I've only been making pipes for 7 months, but I can't wrap my mind around a straight pipe that doesn't pass a cleaner. That's preposterous, and shameful. |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 16, 2019 17:04:21 GMT -5
Biggest issue was drilling. You kind of expect a straight pipe to pass a pipe cleaner. now, I've only been making pipes for 7 months, but I can't wrap my mind around a straight pipe that doesn't pass a cleaner. That's preposterous, and shameful. Jason, the Stacked Nosewarmer you made me has the perfect draft and size draft hole. One light usually and I’m off and running. The pipe smokes smooth always. Definitely one of my top 5 favorite pipes, and I have many!! You enjoy your craft and it shows in the pipe you designed and created for me👌👍👍 |
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Post by Dramatwist on Apr 16, 2019 17:05:44 GMT -5
...one of the coolest things about my new pipe from Cramptholomew is the obvious attention to proper drilling of the draft hole and the wide-open draw... hallmark of a pro, IMHO... |
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Post by scrooge on Apr 16, 2019 17:57:21 GMT -5
If a line hasn't already started forming RDPipes an isn't to long mark me down for one. "I like unusual" No lines sir, I take them as they come per say and don't put anyone ahead of anyone, just do them when the times comes. Unusual really leaves that wide open, I like it! Thank You Sir for the reply. I look forward for a chance to get one. I think you stated you don't take deposits. If wrong PM me. |
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Post by scrooge on Apr 16, 2019 17:58:18 GMT -5
Sorry for stealing your post Herman!
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Post by Deleted on Apr 16, 2019 18:05:14 GMT -5
No lines sir, I take them as they come per say and don't put anyone ahead of anyone, just do them when the times comes. Unusual really leaves that wide open, I like it! Thank You Sir for the reply. I look forward for a chance to get one. I think you stated you don't take deposits. If wrong PM me. That's correct sir because I don't do commissions anymore, I do suggestions in no specific order but, try to keep them timely in a sense. |
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Post by chasingembers on Apr 17, 2019 0:32:52 GMT -5
Thank You Sir for the reply. I look forward for a chance to get one. I think you stated you don't take deposits. If wrong PM me. That's correct sir because I don't do commissions anymore, I do suggestions in no specific order but, try to keep them timely in a sense. What sort of shapes does your work revolve around? |
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Post by chasingembers on Apr 17, 2019 0:34:16 GMT -5
Biggest issue was drilling. You kind of expect a straight pipe to pass a pipe cleaner. Ah, I get it. That would drive me insane if I got one that didn't pass a cleaner. The 4 Duns I have do, thank god, otherwise my reaction would have been the same as yours. If that had happened on the first Dun I bought I would never have bought another. Two were Shell Briars and one was a Ruby Bark. Lovely well shaped pieces, but that drilling drove me nuts. |
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Post by trailboss on Apr 17, 2019 0:45:31 GMT -5
Sorry to hear about your Dunhill experience, Duane. I have four and they are all superb smokers. Perhaps I just got lucky. Biggest issue was drilling. You kind of expect a straight pipe to pass a pipe cleaner. Do the Dunhill's you are unhappy with, all from a range in time? 1970's 1980's..etc... or do they run further back? I only own one Dunhill, a 1952 Tanshell, it is spot on with the drilling, a fine smoker...so that is my only experience. |
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Post by chasingembers on Apr 17, 2019 2:20:19 GMT -5
Biggest issue was drilling. You kind of expect a straight pipe to pass a pipe cleaner. Do the Dunhill's you are unhappy with, all from a range in time? 1970's 1980's..etc... or do they run further back? I only own one Dunhill, a 1952 Tanshell, it is spot on with the drilling, a fine smoker...so that is my only experience.2 '74 (birth year) Shells, 1 '08 Ruby. |
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Post by herman on Apr 17, 2019 9:57:45 GMT -5
no problum Scrooge, always nice to learn things and thank you for all the replys herman
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Post by monbla256 on Apr 17, 2019 13:10:33 GMT -5
Do the Dunhill's you are unhappy with, all from a range in time? 1970's 1980's..etc... or do they run further back? I only own one Dunhill, a 1952 Tanshell, it is spot on with the drilling, a fine smoker...so that is my only experience.2 '74 (birth year) Shells, 1 '08 Ruby.  |
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Post by Dramatwist on Apr 17, 2019 13:17:24 GMT -5
2 '74 (birth year) Shells, 1 '08 Ruby. ...stick with the good examples from the 1940s, if you can afford them... |
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