Repairing a Cracked Shank and Snapped Tenon for a Vintage Dr. Grabow Riviera

The next pipe on the worktable came to me from Don, fellow pipeman and friend who has commissioned a number of pipes in the past. The pipe belonged to a friend of Don’s - Jon. What is unique about Don is that he was a neighbor in nearby Littleton, Colorado. I say ‘was’ because he …

Continue reading Repairing a Cracked Shank and Snapped Tenon for a Vintage Dr. Grabow Riviera

Mending a Snapped Tenon for a Micoli Artisan Freehand

The next pipe on the worktable showcases the craftmanship of one of the US’s most respected pipe makers, Robert Eugene (Mic) Burns.  This is what the Micoli website says about the name (About Micoli): ​Micoli or "Mic" as he is called by family and friends, has acquired the reputation of being one of the best …

Continue reading Mending a Snapped Tenon for a Micoli Artisan Freehand