I recently purchased it. First of all, the stem is slanted. Secondly, the wood of the stem is inside the bowl.. is that normal
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This is the first normal size corn cob pipe that I've purchased. I always bought the mini ones and tossed. I had to use screens in the minis, and tried with this one in the beginning not wanting tobacco being inhaled as opposed to smoke, but they didn't work very well so I tried without. I love this pipe and will buy another when this one loses its life. I've had for a couple of months at least and have not had problems. I rarely need to take the black tip off for cleaning. I do however use the pipe spoon looking tool and pipe cleaners. Or place a paper towel over the bowl (sometimes after using the spoon it blocks completely) then blow on the stem and any debris clogging comes out. The minis protruded into the bowl as well, but without a screen, debris or liquid would build up and tasted nasty. I've only had one other(regular type) pipe, and I couldn't use after about a week. Nearly impossible to clean and the black end piece broke the first time I tried removing. As far as why it extends into the bowl, I have no clue, but assume it's for easier drawing and cleaning. Not sure if I'm the best person to respond, but I was wasting cigarettes by smoking a few puffs and putting them out. So thought I would give this a try, and very pleased that I did. Now I spend more on lighters than tobacco. But still combined, a lot less than cigarettes. Hope you enjoy yours as well as I have mine.
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It's not really curved, there is a very thin ridge around the bowl. I think more for the purpose of making it smooth rather than sharp on the edge of the bowl.
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The outer stone section is probably made of some sort of thin cement. It's heavy. The bowl is disappointingly shallow.,, maybe 14"
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Joann, Sorry Took So Long! The Bowl Holds A Lot! It Is Very Attractive. However, It Is Quite Heavy & It's Not Something You'd Want To Pass Around!! It Is Very Nice!!!!!!!!!! Kat
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that's a good question, as I have tried to buy a replacement bowl because it flew off of my terrace in a windstorm. I could find no one to contact about parts period. unless you do some digging, I would say the answer is no as far as I found. that is the only disappointing thing I have found about the product. Other than that, aside from general sturdiness, I'm happy with it in my opinion it should have been about $100 cheaper for the quality I received. It is wonderful having a table with a fire pit in the center. So with that I've been happy
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Yes, I purchased one sometime ago and did not use it for a very long time. It was very rough on the inside of the bowl and grinding was necessary. Once the grinding was done and the the bowl smooth, it was quite a nice bowl. It is heavy and I think authentic.
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The legs on the unit we received has a slight outward slant...perhaps a 10-15 degree outward slant. Also, the legs have a connector between each of the two side legs so they are more like "leg units"...quite sturdy and stable, particularly with the heavy ceramic bowls in them.
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The top appears to be a veneer. It seems as hard as any hardwood and I treat it that way. I use a coaster under a drink and am careful not to abuse it. It's not formica but isn't soft either. Don't worry about the hardness. Just treat it reasonably and enjoy it.
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The hammered pattern is on the outside of the bowl. The inside is is smooth. I got this for a gift for someone else but fell in love with it and put it on my wish list. You won't be sorry if you get it.
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hmmmm...If you are referring to specks in the bowl, I can't say that I have experienced this with my bowl. Maybe it's just the lighting.Can you share a picture of it?
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I took a good look just now, and the sides go straight up. Also noticed the bottom of the bowl goes up, slightly concave, or convex, depends on which side of the bowl you are looking at .
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Hi Cassandra, I have not experienced this problem. I would suggest making sure you set it on a VERY SLIGHT slope so that the bowl part is just barely lower than the bottle end, gravity should do the rest.
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I'm seeing the same thing so it appears to be normal behavior. Here's that area from my knife, 2 months after moderate use: http://i.imgur.com/6YeplWF.jpg It looks worse than it is; if you run a point across the "gouge" it really isn't that deep.
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well, the top and the front and back are nice thick wood, but the sides look differnet. I am not an expert (just an old lady) lol, but I think it's just a thinner wood on the sides. I love mine.
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I have not used it in several months. I just look inside the bowl and see if there is any buildup and then use it. It look like new inside.
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Yes, that stem is built in and where the blade goes. I have the whole set but managed to wear out the bowl, so this replacement is perfect!
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We put the fire glass throughout the bowl but left the small rectangular metal thing at the same level as the fire glass, but not buried beneath it. Hope that helps! It's still working and looking great!