A "Hobbit Farmer" Pipe with Hand Tools
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- Опубликовано: 15 окт 2019
- A friend of mine asked me if I could make a tobacco smoking pipe out of sticks that would be something "a Hobbit farmer would use". I loved the phrase "Hobbit Farmer" so I said I'd give it a try and this is what I came up with. If you are a huge "Hobbit" or "Lord of the Rings" fan, please don't bash me because this pipe doesn't look like anything out of the movies. It was simply inspired by the books for a friend.
Because of the rustic theme and inspired by the hand tool work of my friend Alberto at Mosca Woodworking I decided to use only hand tools in the creation. Check out Alberto's channel for much better demonstrations of hand tool use. 
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The fact that no power tools were used makse this a 10/10 build video.
Thank you , Tom...that's kind of you to say. There are times when I find it so enjoyable to work with hand tools and enjoy the sounds of woodworking and the process instead of feeling like I need to hurry and use power tools.
@James Taylor James...you just made my day with that comment...that's funny :-)
@@StanCrafted can you do another but angle the hole that connects to the stick slightly ✔
@@sunsetsleeper Funny that you mention that...I am about to start on one that had a branch sticking out of the tree at an angle like you mention...If I can pull it off it should make a connected stem and bowl...and be a better angle.
But there was glue…
I think the fella making the pipe might be a Hobbit.
I think that might be just about the nicest thing anyone has ever said to me...thanks!
I have always enjoyed wooden pipes. Does not matter what type of tobacco I'm enjoying ,I will only smoke out of a wooden pipe.
Thank you, Klaus...I very rarely smoke...but, I must admit that when the mood strikes me it is satisfying to blow smoke rings while smoking a pipe that I made myself.
What I like is how well crafted it is - even though at a glance it looks rough and rustic 👍
Thank you very much...I am now starting to sell similar pipes on my website www.stancrafted.com if you know of anyone who might be interested...thanks again.
I absolutely love it when craftsman use hand tools only.
Thanks so much...very kind of you. Been a year since I made that one and although it’s still going strong...might be time to do another!
@@StanCrafted If you're going to enjoy doing it as well, I'd say that's a great idea.
Every time we find our favorite video of yours, you make something even more impressive. what is most impressive is how you did it without electric powered tools! Great job, yet again!!!
Thank you, Richard. This was a particularly fun build because no power tools were involved. Kept with the whole "hobbit" spirit of things.
oh yeah, Stan. Bilbo Baggins would definitely love this. Super video my friend. Really pleased to see your skills. the result is amazing.
until now my favorite video was the fibonacci cabinet, but I think we have a new winner here
thanks for the shout ☺
Alberto, I feel like your channel deserves a lot more shout outs, you do amazing work and I like that you teach in your videos as well. Thanks for the comments on the pipe, it was fun. Also, I think it's funny that you mentioned the Fibonacci cabinet. That was my favorite thing to build, but not a popular video.
@@StanCrafted thanks for the nice words Stan
Absolutely brilliant Stan! Its a shame we didn't get to see the pipe in action with your friend smoking it.
Nice of you to call out Alberto at Mosca Woodworking, enjoying his vids lately.
Thanks, mate! Not sure if it will be used much or just a prop for Halloween. I am really, really liking Alberto’s channel. I think he’s got some good things going on.
Always refreshing to see someone use a pull saw with skill
Very kind of you...thanks!
That's great, there's nothing quite like good old hand tools to get a job done! 👍
It sure is nice to work in a quiet shop, that's for sure. I'm thinking about making another one of these though using my lathe and drill just to see how much of a difference it makes.
This was well done, and looks like the pipe of the common man. Nicely done, sir.
Thank you, Paul...I do believe that is about the nicest compliment a guy could receive...I really appreciate it!
I love seeing other small youtubers! It’s so motivating and inspiring! Keep up the great work!
Thank you, Freya! I also like watching the smaller RUclipsrs. In fact, that's just about all I watch on RUclips anymore :-)
Wow Stan. I haven't used a brace and bit for 30 years. I was thinking only last week that I really need to buy one or two for the school plus a hand drill. I love using the dozuki and Japanese saws in general. As for the pipe, it turned out real cool. I used to smoke a pipe back in the 80's in London. Only managed to quit cigarettes in 2017. Will check out Alberto at Mosca in a while. ...... Pascal
Pascal, the dozuki gets quite a bit of use in my shop, but I don't use the brace and bit that much. However, there was something very nice about working in the shop without the dust collector going and the noise from the machines. I may do more of this in the future. Glad you were able to quit smoking cigarettes...you'll be around longer to post more cool videos.
Wow! Absolutely wonderful pipe...
Thank you so much, Eric! I appreciate you taking the time to comment.
Mad respect! It's tough enough using power tools to drill the stem. I use woods with a soft core.My favorite stem material is dried rose stem. It has a soft core that you can remove with a piece of coat hanger. Beautiful Job my Man!!
Thank you so much! Sorry for the slow reply...where I live in Oregon we were without power for 12 days because of ice storm damage. I'm going to try dried rose stem for sure. Can you steam bend that?
Stunning craftsmanship
Thank you so much!
Awesome!
Thank you!
Hello 👋 totally hard work good tools thanks for sharing your information on how to create and use this tools!
Thank you, Miss Belle!
Tried to make an elegant half-bent pipe yesterday, but since I don't have any drills I had to split the beautifully and painstakingly hand-carved and hand-sanded pipe in half and "hammer and chisel" out the inside. Turns out the wood wasn't feeling particularly cooperative and one errant hit of the chisel caused it to split along the grain.
Needless to say I was pretty sad about that, but this video gave me the motivation I needed to try again. This time I'm buying some drills haha.
Oh no! Sorry to hear that...I've had a few projects go that same route. Good for you for getting back after it. With some drill bits you'll have it down in no time.
Just came across your video and that is a lovely pipe!
Thank you very much!
With your hand tools you made this pipe, good job brother !
Thank you, my friend...I appreciate you watching and commenting.
Great video and greater craftsmanship
That is very kind of you...thanks!
Really interesting and quirky liittle job. Good vid mate, thanks!
Thank you, Mark!
I have all of this in my garage. I'm going to attempt this, and give y'all an update.
That is super cool, Ivan...I look forward to hearing about how it turns out. I did a second video making a pipe from one piece of cherry tree and a branch...check that one out too for another idea you might try. Good luck!
Hello! You made a great pipe of the world! I really envy your skill. It can be a good business !!!!
Thank you so much! I appreciate you stopping by and taking the time to post a comment.
Very unusual project, Great work 👍
Thank you, Sparky!
that so great sir.. amazing !
Thank you!
Looks really cool....I wish I had a steady hand like you :) way to go
Thank you! Been a while since I’ve used only hand tools, but it was fun.
so good
Good vid, mate!, liked the variety of wood
Thank you...I collected all of the wood...even the walnut...within a mile of my house.
Awesome Craftmanship and completely Handmade well done
Thank you very much...just over a year on and it’s still going strong
@@StanCrafted your welcome this is starting to make me take up a pipe again.
@@pross6525 I know it's not supposed to be "good for you" but...there are days when I actually think it might just be the best thing
@@StanCrafted lol trust me i enjoy Hand Rolled Cigars and i constantly hear how unhealthy it is but its a relaxing hobby for me. I definitely understand
I'm a huge lotr fan and this is totally something a hobbit farmer would use!
Thank you so much! Some people have told me that this is wrong because it’s not like the movies, but this is what I imagine a Hobbit farmer would smoke 😊
@@StanCrafted Who cares what the movies say, they're not the books. This pipe is far more accurate to what a down to earth hobbit farmer would use. No power tools, no fancy curves or designs. Just a well carved branch that reflects its functioning environment.
@@ObamaoZedong Just what I was thinking...Thanks!
Hope you had a chance to watch the video I did on the cabinet I built to put it in!
@@StanCrafted I'll have a look, thanks!
Totally agree with Tom H good on you man
Thanks, mate...I appreciate it
Great looking pipe
Thank you, I appreciate it!
Thank you, I appreciate it.
interesting job. Good friend, thanks!
Thank you, my friend! 😊
Very nice pipe.
When you put the bottle of oil down It wasn't at a great angle to read it and I just glanced at first and thought it said 'butt cheek oil' until I read it again.
Great vid.
Thanks! Now that's funny right there..😂.
my friend, I liked a great hand work. Health in hands. good work.
Thank you, my friend. This was a very fun build for me.
Awesome stan. This video made completely relaxed 😅👍
Thank you! It was pretty relaxing making it as well :-)
I think you did a pretty good job! It doesn’t look exactly like the movies but it’s pretty close!
Thank you. I may try to make one with a longer stem some day and see if I can make it closer to the movie version.
He is a professional.. way ahead than other pipe makers
That is very kind of you to say...I appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment!
If you can make me one of these, id totally buy!! Love this pipe
Hi Shawn...I actually do make a pipe similar to this for sale. They are made out of cherry and have a mouthpiece similar to the cherry branch pipe that I made in the other video. Email me if interested at stancrafted@gmail.com Thanks!
Amazing !
Thank you!
Awesome bro!
Thank you, my friend!
How's she goin'? Pretty nice looking work there my friend!!! I like how you shaped the mouth piece and the pipe bowl!!! Clever!!! Take care!!
Thanks, Mike! This one was purely for fun...and it was!
Love it!
Thank you very much
Again, nice job!!!
Thanks again...I really do appreciate the kind words.
As a pipe maker for 8 years you did a good job. Although you could make a better beeswax seal for the barrel of the pipe and a finer tip.
Thank you so much for the feedback! Can you explain a little more about the beeswax seal? I’m getting ready to make another pipe...this time with the stem coming from a branch off of the main trunk...and always would like to improve what I do.
@@StanCrafted you see beeswax (bee wax) is a natural wax made by honey bees. You can apply it like a glue and make a proper seal and even polish the pipe. It's even used on corncob pipes to seal the cob to keep it from cracking.
Thank you so much...I will take both of your suggestions into account when I make my next pipe.
Outstanding
Thank you so much!
Awesome video ! I started making pipes because of this video and videos like it ! What kind of saw was that that you used in the beginning?
Hi Jane...thank you so much for the comment. That is a Dozuki which is a Japanese back saw. They cut on the pull strike so they are very thin and precise. Thanks again.
Thanks for sharing - Greetings from the Raven
Thank you, I’m heading over to check out your channel. Ravens are my favorite bird.
wow great my friend.....great!!!
Thank you so much!
Awesome job! I have wanted to make a pipe, but seeing as I don't smoke (anymore) it is low on the priority list!
I'm not a smoker either, Grant, but it is a fun project and doesn't really take much time...I think you should give it a shot! You can always use it as a Halloween prop.
@@StanCrafted good idea!
what Kind of wood did you use? also for anyone that could give insight into what woods i can use, i have a piece of Black walnut wood could i use that to make a pipe or should i buy a pipe kit to try and make my own?
I used a local wood called vine maple. I’m not knowledgeable enough to offer insight about black walnut...hopefully someone else can chime in here. I do know there were quite a few cherry wood pipes made in the 40’s.
Great video And skills Question though, can I use any type wood for this? I live by the ocean. Can I use driftwood?
I’m also in the pnw. Washington state
Hi Asphalt PM...thanks for the kind words. I'm not an expert in pipes...but, I did do a bit of research before I made this one. I wouldn't use any type of wood for a pipe...but, I did find that Cherry and Maple are suitable alternatives to Briar wood. I used vine maple which I'm sure is available in Washington. If not, maybe you could find some Cherry trees that need trimmed...I remember reading that this is preferred substitute. Good luck and have fun with it.
Nice!
Thanks!
very nice! 👏🏻
Thank you!
Хорошая работа. И все в ручную класс 👍👍👍👌
Спасибо тебе друг
Show de talento parabéns
Thank you, Roberto.
Very nice, but not sure about the glue. Would it be possible to include how to "season" a new pipe?
Excelente video me gustaría saber q clase de madera se utilizó ?
¡Gracias! Usé una madera local que llamamos arce de vid en esta pipa.
Wow great work
Please what the type of wood
Hi Ahmed...it is a local wood called vine maple. Thank you for the kind words.
Great work man! Can i ask you what kind of glue was you using in some parts of the video? I'm looking for a non toxic glue for my (poor) pipe making
I used TiteBond for this pipe...can't say for sure that it's non-toxic...but, I haven't noticed any odd taste or smell.
@@StanCrafted thanks man
Nice pipe. Let us smoke now.
👍🏼 Thank you! I’m going to start a website in the next couple of weeks and have some pipes similar to this for sale. Then anyone can smoke one.
What kind of wood did you use? I would love to use this video as a ref to make my own!!
Thank you for watching and commenting, Nianna. I used a local wood we call Vine Maple. So far it has held up really well. The mouth piece, however, is made of walnut wood. I hope you do make your own...it is very enjoyable.
Belicismo trabalho parabéns muitos sucessos
Thank you!
Fantastic... very good 👍😜
Thank you so much! 😊
That reminds me of charles ingales from
Little house on a praite
I remember that show...thank you, Tyler
How making native peace-pipe?
So when he was making a mouthpiece did anyone else notice how hard he was smacking his knuckle on the table
Amazing pìpe
Thank you, Claude!
Awesome
Thank you!
Amazing drill set, can you link It plz?
Hello Ron, thank you! I found that at a garage sale. Not sure where you could find a similar one online. My best guess would be EBay.
Wat a nice pipe. It was just a branch bevore. And now it is a pipe that someone or your self wil love for many years. And make good memories.
The first thing wood carvers and pipe makers wanna know is wat kind of wood. I've read the comments and you used Fine Maple. But i noticed another kind of wood for the mouth peace and i beleve it is Dark Wallnut if i'm wrong pls let me know wat kind of wood that is. The first pipe i made also made with no power tools and it is a churchwarden pipe. The bowl is made of Dark Wallnut the stem is Bamboo and the mouthpeace is made of cherry. I still smoke this pipe. I named the pipe after my Boxer dog (Dexter) who was very old and sick when i made the pipe. The pipe always brings good memories of my good old friend. I still make pipes and starting my own business. Greetings,, Kitty.
Thank you very much, Kitty...you are exactly right...the mouth piece on this pipe is made from Walnut. Thank you as well for sharing your story of making the churchwarden and naming it after your Boxer. We have two dogs in our house and my whole family is very fond of them. I would love to check out your pipes...do you have a website?
@@StanCrafted No website jet. But it is all on my channel if you wanna take a look you are welcome :)
@@maxboonkittypoison Will do!
Going to make somthing like this for personal use
That's fantastic...let me know how yours turns out. This one is just over a year old now and good as ever.
You forget the "professional" part for the hand tool part .
That is kind of you...I am no professional...but, I do love working with hand tools.
I love it! Do you sell them?
Thank you, Derek! I’ve only made the one so I haven’t sold any. If I get some time to make another I’ll give you a shout.
StanCrafted , thanks!
How do you stop the end grain from splitting on this bowl?
Hi Jeff...I just made sure the wood had completely dried before I started this project. That piece had air dried for at least two years before I made the pipe. I also apply a coat of the beeswax/mineral oil mix to it from time to time. Still going strong!
@@StanCrafted thank you for that info! Gonna give it a shot
What kind of wood was used ? Can any wood be used?
I used a species of wood we have in Oregon called vine maple for this pipe. I don't believe that you can use any type of wood. I've used this cherry and apple wood and haven't had any issues with any of them.
Great video. Very kool pipe. What kind of glue is safe for pipe making? Sub'd 👍
Thank you...I just used regular wood glue.
@@StanCrafted thanks for the quick reply
Keep that bit straight ol boy
I’ll do my best 👍🏼
So what kind of wood did you use for the bowl and the stem
Hi Jeff...I used vine maple for the bowl and after almost a year it has held up really well. The stem was made from Walnut. Thanks.
Nice. But why the glue? Make the stem one piece next time. Very impressive hand tool work though I must say 👌
Thanks...at the time I didn't think I could drill a stem that long and that thin in one piece. I think I could do it now though.
What wood did you use? I'm planning on making a pipe for my grandfather for his birthday!
Hello, Varyn...what a splendid gift that will be! I used a local wood to the Pacific Northwest...vine maple. It’s been one year now and the pipe is holding up beautifully. Thank you.
Lista! para ponerle un gramito chulo... 😅🤗 una motita rica, super verdecita, bien espurgada que quede como polvito. 😚🍁👌
Thank you, my friend...I appreciate your support! 🙂
What do you treat the inside of the bowl with?
Hi Bruce...I didn't treat the bowl with anything...here is a link to a webpage about breaking in a pipe by building up a carbon cake. www.tobaccopipes.com/blog/how-to-break-in-a-tobacco-pipe/ I did this by only smoking a little bit of tobacco for the first few smokes...about a quarter bowl...then half bowl...then about three-quarters...which is all that I fill it. Thanks for the comment.
What type of wood did you use and where did you get it from
The wood that I used for that pipe was a local wood called Vine Maple. Thanks for watching.
Thank you
Is there an optimal diameter for the stem channel?
I believe 5/32" is about standard for pipes...but, I've used 1/8" successfully as well. Thanks!
@@StanCrafted thanks for the response.
Absolutely...good luck if you build one!@@Sleepindragon2
Can someone give the name of all the tools please
I used a Japanese backsaw for the cuts...and a brace and bit to drill larger hole for the bowl and a hand drill for the smaller stem holes. To shape the wood I use a Nicholson rasp. Thanks for watching!
can I asked what wood is it please
Hi Paul...the wood is a very hard wood that grows in Oregon called Vine Maple. It’s what most locals consider a weed tree though it is useful for bows, walking sticks and rustic furniture...and pipe bowls! Thanks for watching.
Won’t that glue add chemicals to the smoke?
What type of wood did you use for the bowl?
Hi Cole, I used a local species we call vine maple.
What type of wood did you use? I am very tempted to make my own pipe.
I used a local wood called vine maple for the bowl of this pipe and the stem is made of walnut. I think if you have any desire at all to make a pipe like this you should go for it!
@@StanCrafted I actually have a silver maple tree in my yard that was trimmed so I have a ton of wood. How does it smoke?
@@godstemplar46 It smokes alright. It is mostly a decorative piece. I made another video of a pipe I made from a cherry branch that I smoke more often.
What kind of wood you used to made it?
Hi Jorge...I used a local wood called Vine Maple for this bowl and Walnut for the mouth piece. I am currently making and selling pipes on my website stancrafted.com from Cherry wood however.
It is very satisfaing
Thank you so much!
Could you tell me the type of wood used?
Hi...thanks for the comment. I used a local wood called vine maple for the bowl and walnut for the mouth piece.
@@StanCrafted thank you for your reply. Your video is inspire me to go ahead and create one of my own
Definitely give it a shot...there’s nothing to lose and you will gain lot from the experience.
What kind of wood is used?
Hi Tony...I used a species called Vine Maple for the bowl and Walnut for the stem. Thanks for watching.
Hi how long is the pipe bowl
A little over two inches and about an inch and an eighth deep...thanks
@@StanCrafted thanks 👍
nice
Thanks!
I like carving thing in the forest and stuff I i really want to make one off these but I don’t smoke and I don’t want my parents to think I smoke do you know any Excuses or something that I can say to my parents
build the pipe as a present for your parents
or say that you want to but it in your room as a disain stuff
I originally made this as a prop for a Halloween costume...but it is functional...you could go that route
Yes thank you
what kind of wood do you use?
Hi tya...I used a local wood we call vine maple. Since making this pipe I've made quite a few more out of cherry wood and I really like it as well. Thanks for watching!