Unfinished pipes

[nhcigarfan]

I checked it out also. Unless there is a portion I'm missing here is what they say about finishing:

This is a critical aspect of pipe making that is often the demise of an otherwise nice pipe. Finishing a pipe can take often take as long, or longer, than the shaping of the pipe. Care in this process is worth it, as the result will be both beautiful and lasting.

Edit - Yep that was fast. I was missing a lot. There are all sorts of links on the topic.

[maxwell_smart007]

do not put any lacquer or the like on it - it makes it shine, but does not last and might be toxic!

Briar is a very resilient wood, and will naturally darken over time with use and the oils from your hands...I actually like the unfinshed ones.