I tried your method and it worked well for me. With this conversion method, I can now smoke pipes that have been stored for years. Thank you for sharing.
@@The_Southland_Piper is it really a massive difference between 6mm and 9mm? I may modify an old Savinelli i have for 6mm but if i cant go to 9mm is it worth selling the pipe to get a 9mm?
There is a way to filter any pipe without modifications. Simply put a layer of keystones at the bottom till it covers the draft hole, and a layer of activated charcoal on top to cover the keystones. Its not much, barely covers the bottom and creates a tiny air pocket instead of dottle. Try it. You can use the tin of the keystones for activated charcoal if you have a surplus of one. Also, those keystones could be used multiple times if you pick them up. I use Savinelli’s 9mm filters and dump them into my tin of keystones, and use it throughout the weeks depending on your usage. you can find more creative ways to use this system daily without much hassle. One thing is, if you want to pick up the keystones for reuse, have a eyebrow plucker and widen the end a bit, and pick the keystones from the ashtray and a extra tin on the side to lay them out and dry them. With this system, you could use any pipe you wish to use!
Thanks for a great video. People dog on filters but I am a huge fan of 6mm and, esp, 9mm filters. I have several Peterson System pipes, all with the standard army mount. For comparison, I can change between an unfiltered stem and a 9mm stem mid-bowl, and a good filter doesn't harm the flavor at all, it simply takes away the sharp edges of any blend. It might only be a 10-20% improvement but it's worth it IMHO. I get 3-4x uses out of each filter by letting let them dry between smokes. Cost is negligible.
Man, I have passed up so many pipes because I use a filter, I have tried and tried without it, and it's just not enjoyable for me, and that's what this is all about. I've tried a few rushed conversions on a basket twice and failed. Mainly because I rushed it. I see patience is the key. Thank you for your time and posting this video basket #3 here goes 🫰
I’m glad you have enjoyed my videos. I have done about 40 conversions and have had three failures. My biggest failure was my Castello. All three pipes that failed to convert were able to be repaired. Yes, 💯 it is about patience. Just make sure the tenon is big enough. On my conversions that are real close to being too small I have started warming the tenon to make them a little more forgiving. I’ll reheat as I go. I think it helps. I hate the sound of a tenon breaking. Good luck and Thank you for watching.
I love the videos, Thank you so much. I have my great uncles Mountain Laurel Caroleer custombilt that I've been wanting to do this to but I have been too paranoid to end up breaking it. I also want to clean it up and restore it but I'll likely have to find other stuff to try first before I'd be willing to do all that.
@@The_Southland_Piper I'll definitely have to do that! I just bought a Weber Virgin Natural Author Rhodesian I'm gonna want to convert to a filtered I think too, we'll see when it gets here though. Thank you for the advice!
I've done this to 2 of my cobs so far. Turned out great. I buy all 9mm briars so I don't have to change those. This was great to watch. Thanks for sharing 👍
Thank You. I enjoy the challenge of converting pipe. I’ve done about 40 but on a couple of occasions it didn’t go as planned. Thank You for watching and the comment.
Thank You. I enjoy converting pipes. Although it doesn’t always go as planned. See my video “I Broke my Castello”. I appreciate you watching and commenting.
I've turned into my grandad, I'm sitting here yelling, just switch to balsa wood filters and cut them shorter to fit without removing from the stummel. Enjoyed the video though. I dont use filters but prefer filter pipes for the better draw, so now I'm going to run through my non filter pipes and do this.
@@The_Southland_Piper I'm really enjoying your videos sir, hoping that ai don't ruin a good stem. I have a pipe that I need to have a stem made for, the pipe itself is in decent condition, but the stem looked like a dog used it as a chew toy. I'm using an mm cob stem in it for now, the tenon fits but the stem is a smaller diameter to the stummel.
Really well done video. Thanks for sharing what you have done. Some good techniques for me to consider if I have to do it. Only gone to 9mm. Happy smokes
Thank You, I’m going to try to convert some to 9mm. I would convert everything to 9mm but the tenon has to be big enough first. I did 6mm so I didn’t have to get rid of some of my pipes.
I was thinking that when the tolerances get real close to either breaking through the stummel or stem, why not just trim an 1/8 to a 1/4 inch off the length of the filter itself with a razor knife? Easy enough to keep a small box of trimmed filters around. How often do you replace a filter as a rule? Have watched 4 or 5 of your videos so far. I like that you work like a surgeon.
Thank you for watching. If I used balsa filters your suggestion would be great. However, I use charcoal filters and they can’t be trimmed. I replace my filter after every smoke.
I change my filter after 2-3 smokes. Some blends cause more wetness than others (Briar Fox burns super dry , While RedBurn tends to put more moisture into my pipe) so def only 2 smokes but with briar Fox I easily get 3 -4 Smokes on it.
Nice video! On the brass dot . I have a grabow that I want to restore that's missing the spade . Have you encountered something like this? What was your solution? Thanks for the video man!
I haven’t done it myself but I did talk to someone that used a Dremel to replace the logo. They cut around the logo on a spare stem then made the same cut on the stem that needed repair. Filled any gaps with black super glue. Also you could buy some Grabow stems off eBay and try to find a replacement stem. I do know that some pipe repair shops can reproduce certain pipe logos. But a Grabow wouldn’t be worth the expense unless it had sentimental value. Good luck.
I could use one the diameter of the filter. That would create a step in the mortise. Using a drill bit the same diameter as the mortise leaves a nice smooth surface and that is easier to keep clean.
Hello my friend, how are you? I really enjoyed the video, and I'm asking for your advice, I have an opening for a 9 mm filter that is too big and I need to fill the gap that remains with some material so that the suction is tight. What do you suggest me considering the fact that I can't do any sophisticated operation because I'm really not a technical person. Thank you my friend and all the best
@@The_Southland_Piper No, my friend, they are not small, they are normal, from "vauen", the problem is that the opening of the stem is larger than something like 10 mm
@@peacepiper1988 The Vauen filters are smaller than other filters. They will say Dr Perl junior on them. The Vauen filters measure 7.88mm. Get some Savinelli filters. They measure 8.26mm. Changing to the larger filters may solve your issue.
I tried your method and it worked well for me. With this conversion method, I can now smoke pipes that have been stored for years. Thank you for sharing.
Glad it worked for you. Thank You for watching and sharing your comment.
I smoke only 6mm and 9mm filtered pipes. Great work! It is so great to watch a guy work his pipes.
Thank You. I only smoke filtered pipes. And leaning more to 9mm. Thank you for watching.
@@The_Southland_Piper is it really a massive difference between 6mm and 9mm? I may modify an old Savinelli i have for 6mm but if i cant go to 9mm is it worth selling the pipe to get a 9mm?
@@theblishknovk
It’s a more open draw. I hardly smoke my 6mm pipes.
@@The_Southland_Piper im hoping i can modify my Savinelli to fit a 9mm. Gonna check when i get home to see if tennon is big enough.
@@theblishknovk good luck.
There is a way to filter any pipe without modifications. Simply put a layer of keystones at the bottom till it covers the draft hole, and a layer of activated charcoal on top to cover the keystones. Its not much, barely covers the bottom and creates a tiny air pocket instead of dottle. Try it. You can use the tin of the keystones for activated charcoal if you have a surplus of one. Also, those keystones could be used multiple times if you pick them up. I use Savinelli’s 9mm filters and dump them into my tin of keystones, and use it throughout the weeks depending on your usage. you can find more creative ways to use this system daily without much hassle. One thing is, if you want to pick up the keystones for reuse, have a eyebrow plucker and widen the end a bit, and pick the keystones from the ashtray and a extra tin on the side to lay them out and dry them. With this system, you could use any pipe you wish to use!
Thanks for the tip. I have never used keystones. Might have to give it a try. I appreciate you watching and commenting.
Thanks for a great video. People dog on filters but I am a huge fan of 6mm and, esp, 9mm filters. I have several Peterson System pipes, all with the standard army mount. For comparison, I can change between an unfiltered stem and a 9mm stem mid-bowl, and a good filter doesn't harm the flavor at all, it simply takes away the sharp edges of any blend. It might only be a 10-20% improvement but it's worth it IMHO. I get 3-4x uses out of each filter by letting let them dry between smokes. Cost is negligible.
I agree 💯. Thank you for watching.
Man, I have passed up so many pipes because I use a filter, I have tried and tried without it, and it's just not enjoyable for me, and that's what this is all about. I've tried a few rushed conversions on a basket twice and failed. Mainly because I rushed it. I see patience is the key. Thank you for your time and posting this video basket #3 here goes 🫰
I’m glad you have enjoyed my videos. I have done about 40 conversions and have had three failures. My biggest failure was my Castello. All three pipes that failed to convert were able to be repaired.
Yes, 💯 it is about patience. Just make sure the tenon is big enough. On my conversions that are real close to being too small I have started warming the tenon to make them a little more forgiving. I’ll reheat as I go. I think it helps. I hate the sound of a tenon breaking.
Good luck and Thank you for watching.
I love the videos, Thank you so much. I have my great uncles Mountain Laurel Caroleer custombilt that I've been wanting to do this to but I have been too paranoid to end up breaking it. I also want to clean it up and restore it but I'll likely have to find other stuff to try first before I'd be willing to do all that.
@@cancercow13
Get a few basket pipes and work on those first. Good luck. Thank you for watching.
@@The_Southland_Piper I'll definitely have to do that! I just bought a Weber Virgin Natural Author Rhodesian I'm gonna want to convert to a filtered I think too, we'll see when it gets here though. Thank you for the advice!
I've been searching for a guide on this for so long! I thought was crazy for wanting to try it. Thanks for putting this together!
Glad you have found the video helpful. Thank you for watching.
I've done this to 2 of my cobs so far. Turned out great. I buy all 9mm briars so I don't have to change those. This was great to watch. Thanks for sharing 👍
I just had to many none filters pipes. So decided to convert them if possible. Thank You for watching.
You Sir, are full of great ideas. I’m gonna try that. Thanks for sharing.
Thank You. Just take your time. Thank you for watching.
Nice video and great, careful workmanship. Inspirational!
Thank You. Going to do some 9mm next
One of the most helpful videos I have seen. Thank you. I have subscribed.
Thank You. I enjoy the challenge of converting pipe. I’ve done about 40 but on a couple of occasions it didn’t go as planned. Thank You for watching and the comment.
Great video Tim. Very informative and well thought.
Thank you I’m glad you enjoyed the video. Thank you for watching.
I can see myself doing this in the near future. Thanks for the video.
You should. It’s easy to do. Thank You for watching
Nice! Pipe surgeon skillllzzzzz! 🙂👍
Thank You. I enjoy converting pipes. Although it doesn’t always go as planned. See my video “I Broke my Castello”. I appreciate you watching and commenting.
@@The_Southland_Piper 😬😬😬 Castello? Daaaaang! I'm sorry. I'll check it out. Don't think I'd ever modify any in my collection.
👍 good job!
I’ve done few conversions myself in a similar way, filters provide much drier smoke.
They certainly do. Thank You for watching
Tim! This was great!!!!! I gotta email you brother!
I've turned into my grandad, I'm sitting here yelling, just switch to balsa wood filters and cut them shorter to fit without removing from the stummel. Enjoyed the video though. I dont use filters but prefer filter pipes for the better draw, so now I'm going to run through my non filter pipes and do this.
I started with balsa but didn’t care for them. Thank You for watching and for the comment.
@@The_Southland_Piper I'm really enjoying your videos sir, hoping that ai don't ruin a good stem. I have a pipe that I need to have a stem made for, the pipe itself is in decent condition, but the stem looked like a dog used it as a chew toy. I'm using an mm cob stem in it for now, the tenon fits but the stem is a smaller diameter to the stummel.
@@ironheadbill
I’ve thought about getting into make stems for pipes but haven’t bought the necessary tools. Maybe one of these days.
Really well done video. Thanks for sharing what you have done. Some good techniques for me to consider if I have to do it. Only gone to 9mm. Happy smokes
Thank You, I’m going to try to convert some to 9mm. I would convert everything to 9mm but the tenon has to be big enough first. I did 6mm so I didn’t have to get rid of some of my pipes.
I was thinking that when the tolerances get real close to either breaking through the stummel or stem, why not just trim an 1/8 to a 1/4 inch off the length of the filter itself with a razor knife? Easy enough to keep a small box of trimmed filters around.
How often do you replace a filter as a rule?
Have watched 4 or 5 of your videos so far. I like that you work like a surgeon.
Thank you for watching. If I used balsa filters your suggestion would be great. However, I use charcoal filters and they can’t be trimmed.
I replace my filter after every smoke.
Ahh, I'm unfamiliar with filtered pipes. So it's loose charcoal, capped on both ends, eh?
@@fretman6
That is correct.
I use Meerschaum filters.
White Elephant makes excellent Meerschaum filters in 6 and 9mm.
I only assume their charcoal filters would be as good.
I change my filter after 2-3 smokes. Some blends cause more wetness than others (Briar Fox burns super dry , While RedBurn tends to put more moisture into my pipe) so def only 2 smokes but with briar Fox I easily get 3 -4 Smokes on it.
Thanks 🙏🙏🙏🇹🇷
I appreciate the comment. Thank You
Nice video! On the brass dot . I have a grabow that I want to restore that's missing the spade . Have you encountered something like this? What was your solution? Thanks for the video man!
I haven’t done it myself but I did talk to someone that used a Dremel to replace the logo. They cut around the logo on a spare stem then made the same cut on the stem that needed repair. Filled any gaps with black super glue. Also you could buy some Grabow stems off eBay and try to find a replacement stem. I do know that some pipe repair shops can reproduce certain pipe logos. But a Grabow wouldn’t be worth the expense unless it had sentimental value. Good luck.
23:21 5/16" drill bit? Shouldn't you use a bit the same diameter as the filter and not the stem?
I could use one the diameter of the filter. That would create a step in the mortise. Using a drill bit the same diameter as the mortise leaves a nice smooth surface and that is easier to keep clean.
That was scary.
It sure is! Thank you for watching.
Hello my friend, how are you? I really enjoyed the video, and I'm asking for your advice, I have an opening for a 9 mm filter that is too big and I need to fill the gap that remains with some material so that the suction is tight. What do you suggest me considering the fact that I can't do any sophisticated operation because I'm really not a technical person. Thank you my friend and all the best
So you are using 9mm filters but they are a little small? If so, what brand of filters are you using?
@@The_Southland_Piper No, my friend, they are not small, they are normal, from "vauen", the problem is that the opening of the stem is larger than something like 10 mm
@@peacepiper1988
The Vauen filters are smaller than other filters. They will say Dr Perl junior on them. The Vauen filters measure 7.88mm. Get some Savinelli filters. They measure 8.26mm. Changing to the larger filters may solve your issue.
@@The_Southland_Piper Thanks, I'll try even though I'm quite skeptical because I think the diameter is at least 10 mm. Thanks for the responses.
@@peacepiper1988
Email me your address and I will send a few to try.
TheSouthlandPiper@gmail.com