I started making pipes (for real) just a few short weeks ago and documented it here on the forum.
I am no expert, but am enjoying learning the craft and am officially open for business.
I’m primarily starting this thread as an opportunity to get in on early action while I am still quite a novice maker...
For reference, this is blind attempt #1/ground zero:

After learning quite a bit, this is what I say is my my first real attempt:

I am currently working on #2 and this is the status:

I am truly enjoying learning the process of pipe making and would delight in nothing more than to sell my early work to CPS members at a vastly discounted rate.
I do have several commissions from non CPS members but am hoping to grow the arsenal within the CPS bounds if the demand is plausible...
I have 5 more pipes for sale for less than $90.
The reason for this is to get value out of the work I put in but, primarily learn as I go and have the opportunity to get more briar.
Aka, this is a call to all those who may want a novice/discounted artisan pipe while I build a portfolio!
If you have any desire, feel feee to send me a private message and/or comment right here in the forum!