How to make a pipe stem?

[moeburn]

I made my own pipe a while ago, its basically a cube of wood with 2 perpindicular holes drilled halfway through it, one for the bowl and one for the stem. For a long time i've been using a pen shaft as the stem, then i found a piece of aluminum pipe that fit perfectly. Both of which are pretty cheesy.

Any suggestions for what to make the stem out of, preferably carveable and pocket durable.

moeburn Reviewed by moeburn on 08-29-2005. How to make a pipe stem? I made my own pipe a while ago, its basically a cube of wood with 2 perpindicular holes drilled halfway through it, one for the bowl and one for the stem. For a long time i've been using a pen shaft as the stem, then i found a piece of aluminum pipe that fit perfectly. Both of which are pretty cheesy. Any suggestions for what to make the stem out of, preferably carveable and pocket durable. Rating: 5

[NightProwler]

get a wooden dowel, and drill a hole going straight down it.
and now you have a wooden stem

[moeburn]

I tried doing that, and with my hand drill I have no idea how to get it not to break unless I find some hardwood dowels.

[Goodman3eb]

Use a large wooden dowel, drill out the center, and then start whittlin'!


Actually, in all seriousness, I would recommend brass. It is safe to use, and when buffed, looks really cool!