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The thing I like most about pipe making is the "getting lost" part. When I head out to the shop, fire up a pipe, and get to work on a piece of aged briar, the problems and stresses of everyday life fades away- the clock seems to speed up and I feel excitement as the pipe begins to emerge from the briar. My reward for the hours I put into a pipe is knowing eventually another pipe smoking brother or sister will enjoy the fruits of my labor. | The thing I like most about pipe making is the "getting lost" part. When I head out to the shop, fire up a pipe, and get to work on a piece of aged briar, the problems and stresses of everyday life fades away- the clock seems to speed up and I feel excitement as the pipe begins to emerge from the briar. My reward for the hours I put into a pipe is knowing eventually another pipe smoking brother or sister will enjoy the fruits of my labor. | ||
I am also excited that (thanks in large part to the Internet) the pipe hobby is now truly global. My pipes | I am also excited that (thanks in large part to the Internet) the pipe hobby is now truly global. My pipes are being enjoyed as far away as Asia and Australia- having spent some time in that corner or the world, it is really exciting for me to make connections with some of my customers from far away and collaborate on their ideas and wants. I tend to take my time with each pipe that I make, focusing on one at a time, rather than making bunches of them simultaneously. Since I am not a full time pipe maker, I am able to enjoy that freedom and truly take my time with each piece. | ||
Sweet Smokes! | Sweet Smokes! | ||
-Rex Walden | -Rex Walden | ||