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=== Materials === | === Materials === | ||
Substandard materials are unlikely to yield a quality pipe, so John uses the finest briar available. This doesn't guarantee a flawless grain or a sweet smoke, but it improves the odds. "With occasional exceptions, we generally get what we pay for," John believes. Stems can be made from many different materials, but John's focus is that it be tough, lightweight, attractive, and not give off any dangerous or unpleasant fumes when heated. However, as John says, "I am somewhat old-fashioned and traditional and prefer the look and feel of | Substandard materials are unlikely to yield a quality pipe, so John uses the finest briar available. This doesn't guarantee a flawless grain or a sweet smoke, but it improves the odds. "With occasional exceptions, we generally get what we pay for," John believes. Stems can be made from many different materials, but John's focus is that it be tough, lightweight, attractive, and not give off any dangerous or unpleasant fumes when heated. However, as John says, "I am somewhat old-fashioned and traditional and prefer the look and feel of vulcanite." | ||
=== Making The Pipe Work === | === Making The Pipe Work === | ||