Loose Pipe Stem Kit - Tenon Expander - 5 Pins Set. Easy To Use! Fixes Loose Stem

Description

These are back in stock! I only have a handful so order when you can if you need one.
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Pipe and Lighter not included. Used for display.
Kit includes Case, 5 Tapered Pins of varying sizes. Instructions from Kit. My own instructions with notes. An instructional video upon request.
This tool set is awesome! Never worry about a loose stem again. It really does tighten them back up in about 5 minutes. You don’t need to be an expert. I def. was not.
I’ve used these myself several times and I’m going to need to on somew new estate pipes I bought here on eBay last week.
Fixes a loose stem in a few minutes.
NOTE: I have made an instructional video for this kit as well. While it is pretty straight forward, this may help you still. After purchase or if you’ve purchased from my store, contact me and I will send you the video or a link to the video.
They work on most all stem airway sizes. Contains a set of 6 tapered pins of various sizes to accommodate the majority of airways. Works on Vulcanite/Ebonite, Lucite and Acrylic tenons. Probably more but I’m not positive.
Instructions included. Anyone can do it. A must have for any pipe smoker and or collector.
NEW - Pipe stem Tightener Set. Fixes Loose Stems Easily.. Condition is "New". Shipped with USPS First Class.
Payment, Packaging and Shipping:
I ship fast!
I often ship within hours of receipt of payment. If it is an odd hour, it will be shipped the next business day.
Payment is appreciated within 48 hours of auction’s end. The sooner payment is received, the faster you will receive your item. :)
I take great care and do not spare expense at packing your item. I will make sure it well protected and you have a pleasant unboxing experience. I’m always available to answer any questions you may have. Please don’t hesitate to contact me.
Remember, due to Covid, there are delays sometimes with shipping.
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Parts of a Tobacco Pipe - Photo in Photo section.
A tobacco pipe may seem like a simple tool from afar, but upon closer inspection you'll notice there are many different pieces with their own unique purpose. Each piece of a typical tobacco pipe plays an important role in the overall use of the pipe. If just one of these pieces were missing, it could drastically affect the quality of the tobacco smoke -- or even prevent the pipe from working. This week, we're going to take a closer look at the different parts of a tobacco pipe, revealing their name and purpose.
See last image in the photos section.
Bowl: this is where the tobacco is packed inside. When an individual is ready to smoke his or her pipe tobacco, they will pack the bowl with the appropriate amount of tobacco before lighting it.
Chamber: the chamber is the larger portion of the bowl. Many people use the terms "bowl" and "chamber" to describe the same part of the tobacco pipe. The only difference between the two is that the chamber is the interior portion of the pipe, whereas the bowl is technically the exterior portion.
Draught Hole: the draught hole is the hollow tunnel that connects the chamber to the shank.
Shank: the long, narrow corridor where the smoke of a pipe tobacco travels when being used.
Mortise: although you can't see it from the outside, the interior tunnel connecting the chamber to the mouthpiece contains a wide area that's known as the mortise. This is necessary to allow for bigger, heavier draws. Without the mortise, draws would be limited to small hits of tobacco smoke. It's also responsible for connecting the tenon.
Tenon: the tenon is a notched part of the mouthpiece that fits into the mortise.
Stem: the stem is a long portion of the mouthpiece that's usually made of a different material than the rest of the pipe.
Bit: the part of the tobacco pipe where you place your lips is known as the bit.
Lip: this is the very tip of the tobacco pipe.
Bore: the bore is the interior tunnel at the tip of a tobacco pipe.
As you can see, there are quite a few parts to a tobacco pipe. From the bowl and chamber to the lip and bore, each of these parts play a key role in the pipe's overall function. The next time you sit down to enjoy a smoke session, take a look at your pipe to see what parts you can properly identify.
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Care aand cleaning of your smoking pipe
Proper cleaning and maintenance is critical to keeping your pipe clean and sweet for years to come. If a pipe isn’t properly cleaned, it can develop a sour taste, burn too hot and eventually build up too much cake, causing the pipe not to function properly.
What is cake?
Cake is a carbon deposit left behind by smoked tobacco. It is not charred wood. Cake on the inside of the pipe bowl is important because it insulates the briar and makes it less likely you’ll burn your Smoking Pipe. In addition, cake sweetens the smoking experience, because the carbon deposit is created by sugars in the tobacco.
A small amount of cake will yield a superior smoking experience, but too much creates other problems. Just like Goldilocks, it’s got to be “Just right!”
How often should I clean my pipe?
Tobacco pipes typically need to be cleaned at three intervals; first, a basic cleaning after each smoke; second, an alcohol-based cleaning can be done every few smokes for a more thorough cleaning; finally, the pipe should be disassembled and cleaned carefully once a month or so--depending on usage.
10 Steps to cleaning a pipe
After each smoke
1. If you’re planning to remove the mouthpiece, make sure the pipe is cool to the touch before beginning to clean it.
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Then, turn the pipe over a cork knocker, holding by the bowl, gently knock any ash or leftover tobacco into the ashtray. We like the Peterson Green Pipe Ashtray for this step.
3. Gently push a Pipe Cleaner back and forth through the stem to absorb moisture and clean ash from the pipe stem and mouthpiece. This process should be repeated until the pipe cleaner comes out clean--typically two or three pipe cleaners.
4. Next, use a pipe cleaner or paper towel to ream the bowl. Some pipe smokers say they use a dull pipe knife to scrape the bowl after each smoke, but others only do this when the cake is starting to thicken--try both and find which works best for you. Be extremely careful not to scrape too much cake off of the bowl or you’ll damage the briar.
5. Finally, especially for smooth briar pipes, use a Pipe Polishing Cloth to shine up the exterior of your pipe.
Every few or so bowl
5. Ensure your pipe is completely cool. Then, use alcohol (rubbing alcohol works, but we prefer rum or brandy) to clean the pipe more thoroughly. Soak a paper towel in your alcohol of choice and rub it inside the bowl. Then, soak a pipe cleaner in the alcohol and run it through the stem a few times.
6. Use a dry pipe cleaner to soak up any excess moisture from the alcohol, then leave the pipe to dry completely.
7. If the carbon cake is thicker than about 1.5mm, scrape down the cake before swabbing the bowl with alcohol.
Thorough pipe cleaning
Note: It’s essential to make sure your pipe is 100% cool before doing this type of cleaning
8. Disassemble any removable parts of the pipe (typically the mouthpiece and any filters).
9. Use a pipe brush to clean the bowl thoroughly. Then, swab with alcohol and set aside to dry thoroughly.
10. Consider using an oil (olive oil works great) to polish and treat the exterior briar. Allow all pieces to dry completely      before putting the pipe back together.
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