Part 1 - Briar Pipe Making Start to Finish

[@funjunk2835]

Thank you so much for sharing your wisdom.

[@gj3072]

Just watched the first 2:18 minutes, and I already know that I am going to love this series. Keep em coming please!!

[@ryannixon8540]

This is a great video, loved that you encourage people to give it a go, even if their equipment might not be the best

[@williamj056]

The Devil Makes Three kicks ass!!

[@StarsWithScars]

The Devil makes three!!! Love that band oh and nice work! ;)

[@Pipefriendphil]

Great Video... Thanks for showing me how it is done. I clean up my pipes and old estates, buff and clean. Learned that from videos just like yours. Maybe I will give a pipe a try one day. Phillip

[@GodHammer227]

A very good video for a hopeful pipe maker. Thank you for all the insight.

[@paulgilson2011]

Awesome video. I've been thinking about making pipes myself

[@mbnyus]

Nice video, I like the "The Devil Makes Three" song in the background :-)

[@TurkeyDart]

Really great video.

[@kraigseder]

Thank you and I'm glad you liked it. If you want an updated video and some of my updated techniques I uploaded a new pipe making series last month. kzbin.info/aero/PLdVI9G9_bD_AkYlW6TFXJxaMC8J2YOfWz

[@glenm5034]

Like the way you use measuring tools to mark out the briar block.

[@FighterHayabusa-NES]

Like the painters tape idea a lot!!!

[@kraigseder]

I'm glad you found it helpful.

[@jackwoods2358]

Love the Devil Makes Three, didnt think anyone else listened to them

[@annafraley5388]

Very interesting piece for back in 2013, BTW, we just watched the video of your shop now from 4 months ago. Question, was that Robert Johnson playing in the background at around 14:30 while on the drill press.? 🤷🏻‍♂️🤔

[@newnew2005love]

Hi, would you tell me the name of the bit that you drill the big hole for top of pipe? THX!

[@kraigseder]

You definitely can make the stem and many do using Vulcanite, Ebonite or Acrylic. I don't have a precision lathe so I buy pre-molded stems and shape them to fit my pipe.

[@StuartSmithHandForgedKNives]

I like your Hinderer folder.

[@arifzr7605]

Thanks for learn us how to making... Btw, where buy for drilling tobacco place???

[@mrgroovestring]

I would like to try to make a few pipes. Could you please do a tutorial on making a spoon bit and sharpening it, after I get it shaped. Thanks

[@disinformatique]

Very nice Kraig.

[@kraigseder]

Thank you very much.

[@wafflepack]

How about using a 5/32, like Northwest Pipe Smoker did? He opened up the hole and passage for an easier draw.

[@randalljames1]

I have around a dozen blanks of 50 year old dark briar burl cuts (no cracks etc) bad place to start?

[@BeardlessPipeSmoker]

Thank you so much for posting this bro, this really helps a lot. You know that I am into pipe making myself, and this video is just like having a guide next to you all the time. Peace BPS

[@kaput808]

Man this is so cool!

[@Maggot00679]

Where can one purchase one of these fine works of craftsmanship?

[@timsmitchell]

Great video! Thanks for making it!

[@mikeyratpoo]

You should use a marking guage to find your centre of your chamber and for your air hole especially if the edges are slightly rough and the block is not square. Hope this helps.

[@goldendreamer2122]

The tenon hole15/16?? That looks more like 5/16..

[@TheMaskedGoth]

just found this vid its very cool subscribed!

[@jimkoh3025]

hey Kraig, great set of videos man. I ordered a block of briar on ebay. it arrived today and I know the way you make pipes might not work with everyone but it helped me a great deal. is there a way I could send you a photo of said pipe? your way of making sure that the stem and bowl holes line up and center worked for me. I did have a worry moment but it was simply that I hadn't made the stem hole long enough. thank you man.

[@brendagraham2370]

If you are still around, what is the name of the paddle bit used to drill the bowl?

[@kraigseder]

Hi Brenda. I'm still around and I actually made an updated pipe making series a few months, although I do use a metal lathe in the new videos. The new videos do show some updated steps even if drilling the holes with a drill press. I have two links for you. One is for the economy bits I used to use and the other is for heavier duty bowl bits I now use. Economy chamber bits - vermontfreehand.com/product/chamber-spade-bits/ Good quality carbide chamber bits - rawkrafted.com/carbide-chamber-drill-bits/

[@kraigseder]

You are completely right Sir. It is 5/16ths. I thought I made an annotation in the video with that correction. I'll be sure to add that and thank you for pointing that out. Take care.

[@jerseyhovidea]

Nice vids mate!

[@delphinevalkyria9000]

Hi good vidéo. I have a question what is the name of the tool of the drill to make the hole chamber of the pipe ?

[@kraigseder]

It's called a chamber bit and is made specially for tobacco pipes. You can find them at vermontfreehand.com or rawkrafted.com.

[@akasmr5385]

Awesome video, thanks man. I thought I heard seth Rogen when the video started haha.

[@kraigseder]

Glad you liked the video. I've heard the Seth Rogen thing more than once,.. ha ha.

[@weedsnager]

What is the benefit of the delrin Rod? Couldn't I use a stem that already has a tenon on it instead ?

[@kraigseder]

weedsnager The delrin rod is stronger than the vulcanite or acrylic and is self lubricating. Nothing wrong with just machining the tenon from the stem material but I prefer delrin rod.

[@abbin2]

Can i make a pipe in "2 pieces" and then glue them together?

[@weedsnager]

What exact stem did you use for this pipe? They have various sizes on their website. Thanks

[@100wyatt]

Hey I noticed you answer some comments, I like making pipes to and I was wondering if you would post the website where you purchase the delrin rods?

[@TheRoxboroLegacy]

can you please send me a link of the lathe you use? Thank you!

[@jessiereyes4735]

were you touching the bit at 13:03 ?

[@wafflepack]

My Pleasure!

[@John-to2ki]

Nice Hinderer...

[@whitefordpipeshandmadebymi7238]

Hello I like your videos are you still making pipes ? It's April 15 2017 now just wondering if you are still at it ?

[@jamesrakestraw7125]

hello.. I am think to make a Peace Pipes. Want do i need to make a pipes? Can you send me a list do need to make one...

[@alexjhall8206]

Awesome

[@04Stefan07]

Great videos, I watched the whole lot. I am getting into pipe making myself and this has helped a lot! I have most tools but still have a few I need to buy.

[@SnowTiger45]

Great Video. However, when you speak of the bit used for your Mortice, you keep referring to it as a "15/16ths" bit. When in fact it must be a "5/16" inch bit. A 15/16" would be almost an Inch in diameter. I explain this solely so those following your instructions, do get the right bits/tools for the job. Keep up the great work and happy smokin' !

[@JonathanDitren]

Which wood should I use ?

[@joepoulson9398]

I like the XM-18

[@TheBriarSquire]

Really enjoyed the video. I noticed in your other videos you note having pipes for sale on EBay but I have not been able to locate your store or listings. Let me know the link to your eBay store. Keep up the great work!

[@kraigseder]

You can get it several places but I got mine on Amazon. The title was "Acetal Round Rod, Meets ASTM D6778 Specifications, Black, 5/16" Diameter, 36" Length". Acetal Rod and Delrin Rod are the same thing.

[@carlclausen7448]

what kind of bit do you use for rusticating a pipe

[@kraigseder]

Sorry for the slow response. For rustication I use a Dremel small round carbide bit.

[@garyg.4451]

I have a ton of scrap ipe that I got for nearly free. very hard and, I believe it's the most fire resistant of all wood. have you ever worked with it and if so, any advice?

[@mapleleafpiper2484]

Really appreciate these videos very informative thank's for taking the time to do this by the way have you heard of the book Pimo's Guide To Pipe Crafting At Home was wondering if it was any good iv also subbed your channel thanks again for this great video

[@OmarHernandez-Diaz]

were did you say you got that deal on the pipe stems?

[@oliveirarogerioo]

Where can I find a set square like yours?

[@ianman6]

Wonderful! Can you recommend any books or resources (other than your great videos) on pipe making? Thanks!

[@Intruder450]

What size is your air hole (Bit) to the tobacco chamber?

[@kraigseder]

I use a 11/64" bit that is 5 3/4" long.

[@BaliBooking]

where can i buy the drill eye to make hole's chamber ? what is the name of it [ technical name of drill's eye ]. any one can help me ...

[@kraigseder]

You can get the tools at vermontfreehand.com/tooling/ . Good luck!

[@llikwodash]

can you use any wood for the pipe? and could you use a bowl router bit to drill the chamber?

[@kraigseder]

There are some different hard woods that can be used such as briar, olive, cherry and a few others. Briar is by far the best because it is so heat resistant. You want to make sure you don't use any resinous woods like pine, cedar and others since they can be harmful if not poisonous to use as pipe material. I'm not familiar with a bowl router bit but if it makes the right shape I'd say yes. There are so many different ways to make it and no one way is right. Professional pipe makers don't make pipes the way I do but it's what I have and it works for me. Good luck bud and have fun making a pipe.

[@aubep1323]

[@ddekiw]

is that Devil Makes Three in the background?

[@kraigseder]

Definitely

[@karlin4086]

What bit do you use?

[@kraigseder]

For the tobacco chamber it's a 3/4" bit, 11/64" for the air hole and 5/16" for the the shank where the stem tenon fits into. The tobacco chamber bit is a special one I got at Pipe Makers Supply.

[@davidsorrells736]

Did you make the bit you use to make the tabacco chamber? If not where did you get them from?

[@kraigseder]

David Sorrells You can get these bits at vermontfreehand.com on the tooling page.

[@TitouanDebray]

That folding knife at the beggining looked awesome! Benchmade?

[@brocksdaddy081910]

Hey where did you get the bag of stems? Great video btw

[@darinvaughan2268]

Thomson Cigar Co or C. I. International may still sell's pipe blank's.

[@Zwerx1]

Were do find / buy your Briar wood? I have been looking all over for some.

[@weedsnager]

Where did you buy the Delrin rod? You said it goes by other names also?

[@JamiasSs]

have you ever used them for smoking or they're just for decoration? would'nt the wood burned of if you smoke with it ? (silly question i know)...! great work by the way i am gonna make one for sure!!!!! :)

[@kraigseder]

The wood used is briar burl which is extremely heat resistant. Most tobacco pipes are made of briar though I know a few other woods are used. Briar is by far the most common. Also once the pipe has been smoked a bit it builds a carbon layer which adds a little more insulation from the heat. I have 20+ pipes I've made that I smoke and I've sold three times that amount. Good luck on making your own. It's a fun hobby. Thanks for watching!

[@JamiasSs]

kraigseder :) thank you !!! great videos!!

[@Pinknee77]

Ps. This series was awesome

[@kraigseder]

Honestly I would like to get a 5/32 bit. When I got started in this hobby I bought the bit from Pimo Craft. The draw seems to be very good with the 1/8 bit but I will definitely try the 5/32. Thanks for the tip!

[@tobaccopipes9832]

Hi Kraigseder!!! Excelent pipes!! I want to do a questions...Can I use cherry wood to make a pipe? I know that there is much.

[@kraigseder]

Tobacco & Pipes Thank you! Yes you can use cherry wood for pipe making though I've never used it. I'm not sure how durable it is to heat but give it a shot. I remember reading to make the walls a little thicker when using cherry wood. If you make one definitely coat the inside of the bowl with honey that has been thinned with water just a bit. Coat the inside of the bowl using a Q-Tip and let it sit for 20 minutes before your first smoke. This will help start a carbon layer to help protect the softer wood. Have fun.

[@kraigseder]

Tobacco & Pipes Read this forum thread on using Cherry Wood. www.pipemakersforum.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=39

[@tobaccopipes9832]

kraigseder Thank you very much!! The forum is very complete and interesting. There is woods very nice, for example the "the wood morta" and Boxwood. The coment to use honey is very useful, I use it to make "the culote" in the bowl. Thank you!! Excelent advice!

[@Pinknee77]

Where did you say you got all of your supplies from? Thanks!

[@1okimow]

Where did you buy you're spoon bit?

[@kraigseder]

Vermontfreehand.com has a great selection of supplies including the spoon bits.

[@1okimow]

Does the spoon bit have an edge? Or is it grinded straight on the cutting edge?

[@inverted311]

Zero Tolerance blade there in the beginning?

[@raymondo162]

Safer to use a piece of scrap wood??

[@artillerysmith1]

Went downstairs and checked. Its a combination square. Be sure to get a steel one. Aluminum ones will bend.

[@whteagle2003]

Brother... can I buy you a pencil? Great video, by the way. I always just pictured you sitting there, sipping scotch, carving away with one of your fancy pocket knives, while that awesome dog of yours just snores the evening away!

[@kraigseder]

Thank you.

[@artillerysmith1]

Oliveira, you can order them from drafting supply companies, or take it to home depot or lowes. They can order you one, because I know for a fact that they carry them. I can't remember the exact name of the tool, so be prepared to show them a picture.

[@howtoart7190]

Let's work together with our respective fields of art. Hopefully useful ...

[@jodyjohnson3146]

5/16ths?

[@kraigseder]

That was a mistake and I thought I put a note in the video correcting that. The shank airway and stem airway is 5/32". I've been making my own stems for years now and for the stem airway I use a 5/32" taper bit. My new video series covers drilling your own stems. kzbin.info/aero/PLdVI9G9_bD_AkYlW6TFXJxaMC8J2YOfWz

[@kraigseder]

Yes, I was trying to unclog the bit so it didn't generate so much heat.

[@MrNormallan]

hey great vids, where on ebay did you find 9 blocks of briar for even close to 40$ ? do you have the username of the ebay seller? thanks.

[@123noelle123]

I'd like to know too. I paid almost $27 for one!

[@Quinnrstudios]

Nice tunes... Devil Makes Three

[@Hearshotkd33]

Is that Devil Makes Three in the background? If so, props. If not, then who? Cause I'm diggin' it;]

[@kraigseder]

Yep, Devil Makes Three is one of my favorites.

[@miles2378]

6:11 I watch wood working videos to watch saw dust fly why no cuting.

[@austinnorris2742]

Since briar is a root wood, those “corroded” areas you see are sand pits. That’s broke out during the cutting process.

[@kraigseder]

Oh yea, I almost always have that knife with me in the shop or working around the property. That's my beater knife.

[@kraigseder]

Thank you. Generally I do wear safety glass, got distracted making the video. Not good,.. I need those things to see with. Take care. - Kraig

[@tteezzrreell]

hey man can i use cedar plywood? like the smooth caramel color one?

[@ShaukatHakim]

Loud background music is disturbing,

[@kraigseder]

No. It wouldn't hold up and would burn where briar wood is very heat resistant. Also the glue in the plywood could be very harmful. Certain woods also let off irritating if not slightly poisonous vapors when hot. Briar is very safe and I also know certain fruit hardwoods can be used but I honestly don't know too much about that.

[@guitarplayer4life17]

It's called a vice...

[@lucadionisi6910]

🔝

[@gj3072]

BTW you make good videos, I just totally suck at making them.

[@kraigseder]

I just put the link where I get my stems in the notes for you under Materials Needed. It's from pipe makers dot org. Sorry I can't type the full URL in comments.

[@tteezzrreell]

do you need a stem? can't you just make one?

[@mr.slippyfist4170]

The video would be awesome if not for the music