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The basis for the following article was written by [[Tyler Lane]] for his [http://www.tylerlanepipes.com/index.php website], and is used by permission. | |||
Rustication is the process of adding texture to the bowl and/or shank of a pipe. This is done to make an otherwise unattractive piece of briar look good. You will hear some claim that pipe maker "X" rusticates because he prefers that finish more than smooth. While perhaps true from an aesthetic standpoint, what I have trouble believing is that pipe maker "X" desires such a pay cut. In reality, a smooth pipe will sell for more than a rusticated one. Therefore, pipe makers are generally hoping to make a smooth, flawless, straight-grained pipe. The nature of briar doesn't allow that though, and rustication is a wonderful way of redeeming otherwise ugly briar. | Rustication is the process of adding texture to the bowl and/or shank of a pipe. This is done to make an otherwise unattractive piece of briar look good. You will hear some claim that pipe maker "X" rusticates because he prefers that finish more than smooth. While perhaps true from an aesthetic standpoint, what I have trouble believing is that pipe maker "X" desires such a pay cut. In reality, a smooth pipe will sell for more than a rusticated one. Therefore, pipe makers are generally hoping to make a smooth, flawless, straight-grained pipe. The nature of briar doesn't allow that though, and rustication is a wonderful way of redeeming otherwise ugly briar. | ||