Written on: January 2019 by Roland Doll, U.S.A.

Daniel, my friend:

The package/pipe arrived Monday! I have been working 15+hours/day, so did not have a chance to “properly” open until last evening late. First, the bamboo pipe box was so over-the-top cool, that I had to simply admire it for awhile before opening!! Then, the unveiling took place—what a gem!! The pictures did NOT do her justice, as you said. The weight and hand-feel were sublime. The grain pattern and color were spot on and outstanding! The draw was excellent, although I have NOT yet put tobacco in her bowl. She is equal to or exceeds any of my Danish, Italian, or Japanese pipes! I definitely want to remain on your “A” list! Thanks so much for this gift. Congratulations on your Registered Workshop. Your friend, Stephen

Appendix, April 18th

It is a very special moment in time, when an artistic masterpiece is also supremely functional. The christening was comprised of a bowl of FMOT (Frog Morton), a touch of yellow flame, a gently draw, and a puff of ecstasy, which lasted until the final ash. Well done, my friend, very well done indeed. Stephen

Written on: March 20, 2013 by Duane Perkins, USA

ND pipes P3912

Woohoo mail came in today and in it was a box from Croatia. Excitement ensues. Upon opening the box I was greeted with the bamboo container that ND pipes come in which is very unique. On opening the container I found a nice large pipe sock big enough to hold my 747 Magnum and inside it was this beautiful pipe. I have enjoyed looking at Daniel’s pipes and love the design he applies to them all. This particular pipe is fairly heavy with beautiful grain. The rusticated shank area contrasts nicely with the bowl and the bands and the way it flows up the back of the bowl is striking. The signature is at the base of the shank on the bowl and is very subtle, but unique. The entire pipe from bit to bowl is shined up to a awesome gloss. The 7 bands contrast each other and just plain look amazing. Looking into the bowl it is drilled at a bit of an angle which is nice and the draft hole is centered and at the heel of the bowl. Looking to the stem there is a bit of gap between the stem and stummel but it appears to be by design with the last black ring not being impacted by the stem. It is a short stem but the design looks as though it will be comfortable while clenching. Upon removing the stem I found an integral tenon that fits tightly in the mortise. Shining a flashlight down the stem, like I always do, shows perfect drilling.

A quick load of Frog Morton’s Cellar, which also came in today, and away we go. Initial light is nice and easy with a draw that is wide open. I am actually relatively certain I won’t need a relight to keep this one going already. Holding it in my hand while lighting it the bowl fits very comfortably in my hand. Now hanging the pipe I am very surprised at how easily this baby hangs.The design is as such that the raised portion of the stem sort of sits against the bottom portion of my lip and the bend goes out perfectly to keep the bowl level while smoking. It seems I am on a kick of forgetting to mention wall thickness as of late, but this one has a medium thickness wall that barely any heat can be felt through. Puffing a little quicker to try and see what she can do and I am still unable to feel any real heat through the walls, so back to sipping. Oh, it is probably 78 degrees out with just a slight breeze here this afternoon. A tamp about a 1/3 of the way through and she is still going strong. I am holding it now and it easily rests between the pam and thumb to enable me to still type without much effort. I was concerned at breaking her in with FMC due to some reviews but I have to admit I am pleasantly surprised by FMC and it does pair well with this particular pipe. I have lost track of time but I am now 3/4 of the way through the bowl and there is still no heat to be felt on the outside of the bowl. I am very impressed at how easily this pipe hangs and even more impressed at how well it smokes. I have not a qualm in the word with anything about it so far. Considering I just popped this tin today the toby smoked all the way down to ash.

Oh…yeah the hat is the new one and it is covering the shaved bald head I now have. No thinning hair or anything just felt like taking a razor to it.

A dump of the little bit of ash in the bowl reveals an even burn with no hot spots on the interior walls. Inside for the cleaning and….the pipe cleaner goes from bit to bowl without an ounce of effort. The pipe smoked great and I am thoroughly impressed. A dang fine job Daniel.

Again for those of you who are considering a new pipe I strongly urge you to consider taking the time to read the reviews and look at pics of pipes our brothers and sister here on BoB have created and consider one of them as opposed to a mass produced model. Supporting our brothers here is just awesome.

Written on: July 17, 2012 by Rolf Hey, Tasmania, Australia

I first became acquainted with Daniel’s work on the “Tamp and Puff” online forum and was impressed by his unusual designs.
As a pipemaker and collector myself I’m always looking for new and interesting designs.
I decided to purchase one of Daniel’s pipes recently and I’m very happy I did!

The pipe came beautifully packaged. It was carefully wrapped in the the traditional pipe bag which was then encased in a sturdy little bamboo box .
Daniel also supplies a certificate of authenticity , a bonus for any collector!
The workmanship and internal engineering of the pipe itself is without fault . The briar is of a high grade and finished to a superb standard.
This pipe smokes effortlessly with no signs of gurgle.
I have no hesitation in recommending Daniel’s pipes to anyone – you will not be disappointed!

Rolf Hey
Tasmania Australia

Written on: March 15, 2012 by John Paul Charmo, U.S.A.

This Pipe (P3911) was made especially for me by my good friend Daniel according to the specifications I provided and it turned out EXCELLENT! It is one of the BEST smoking pipes I own. I have gotten allot of great remarks from allot of my pipe smoker frieds here in the USA. Not only is the craftsmanship great but the style and white stem accents the pipes features to make it a luzury pipe and a pipe of class. When I am out in public or among my friends they all ask me who carved that pipe as they never saw such a nice pipe. The grain and color is awsome and makes the pipe stand out from the rest!  The pipe is a thick bowl one and does NOT get hot when smoking at all. Plus with every pipe he makes he ships it with a hand made wooden case to protect the pipe. I would highly recommend buying a pipe from Daniel as he definitely is one of the great pipe carvers around and You will NOT go wrong with one of his pipes and the prices are great and NOT over priced as other Pipe Makers. (…) I give Daniel 5***** Stars and I think you will too if you try one of his pipes! Thank You Daniel and keep up the Good work making great pipes!

A Pipe Member of the ISS Saloon and US Pipe Smokers Assoc.
John Paul Charmo
USA

Written on: March 03, 2012 by A. Hellsten, Finland

I have about  20 pipes collection whit various manufacturers briar pipes. I am pleased with simple and smooth forms. Before this, I did not have any completely hand-made pipe. Then I saw this Bumblebee pipe and it was love at first sight. I was fascinated by the personal forms and olive wood material.

Bumblebee is a small size pipe but sits well in the hand. It smokes steadily from the top to the bottom, there is no need to re-lightning at all. As the first smoke with briar pipes there often is a little bitter taste, but this does not happen  with olive wood. It is straight ready to be burned and the emphasizes of tobacco flavors nicely. In the future, I’m going to buy more tobacco pipes made of this material it’s so beautyfull all the ways. I am a happy and very satisfied owner of  well made pipe. Good job indeed.

A.Hellsten, Finland

Written on: December 21, 2011 by Peter Reuschling, Pfeifenmacher Forum, Germany

Einer der auffälligsten und schönsten Entwicklungen eines Pfeifenmachers in diesem Jahr ist an den Pfeifen von Daniel …(tNd Tobacco Pipes) aus Kroatien zu sehen.
Anfänglich waren Daniels Pfeife eher als “rustikal” einzustufen. Manchmal etwas zu verschnörkelt. Aber nach und nach hat sich das geändert und heute ist die Situation eine ganz Andere.Noch immer bleibt das Rustikale vordergründig. Schaut man dann genauer hin, verliert sich der Eindruck wieder, dann kommt eine sehr moderne Komponente hinzu. Modern UND rustikal? Wie geht das? Ja, das scheint die Kunst zu sein. Daniel beschränkt sich auf bestimmte formgebende Elemente und wendet diese spielerisch immer wieder an, in zarten Varianten. Offenbar lernt er daraus, was seiner Formsprache entspricht und verfeinert das. Und so entwickelt er klammheimlich eine völlig neue Sache.  

Das wird einem klar, wenn man einmal an Jugendstil denkt. Auch da wurde sehr dynamisch etwas ganz Eigenes geschaffen, was traditionell und modern zugleich war. Deshalb denkt man auch bei Daniels Pfeifen immer an Jugendstiel, auch, wenn die Pfeife eigentlich gar nichts damit zu tun hat.

Daniel hat nach und nach seine Formsprache gefunden, die Kompositionen wirken wirklich professionell und werden ohne Strukturverlust immer gefälliger. Ich habe das mit viel Interesse und Freude beobachtet. Ich werte dabei gar nicht, ob mir das selber gefällt (obwohl dem so ist!) das ist gar nicht wichtig. Wichtig ist, dass uns Daniel eine ganz eigene und neue Stilrichtung schenkt, über die sich nachzudenken lohnt.

Written on: December 21, 2011 by Mate Zivkovic, Croatia

P3311 and P3411

Written on: November 27, 2011 by George Taylor, U.S.A.

P2911 – Olive wood pipe

I was able to smoke my first bowl in the Olivewood yesterday and to say I was impressed would be an understatement. The feel of it in my hand was very comfortable and the draw was very smooth, like easy, relaxed breathing. I can tell by both qualities how much devotion and care you put into making it. Couple this with the artistic beauty and lines of the pipe itself, and I can only count myself fortunate to own one of your pieces of artwork.

Written on: August 13, 2011 Travis Keltner, Tx, U.S.A.

Wanted to give a quick update on these pipes. I have had them now for a little over a month and still pleased as punch with them. Both smoke really really well. I am still having a bit of trouble keeping the volcano shaped one lit easily, but when it is lit it smokes better than all my other pipes hands down. I have found it tends to favor some of the darker and earthy tobaccos and really brings out their flavors. I especially enjoyed the last of the Stonehaven I had in it.

The other pipe smokes almost as well. Super easy to light and a joy to smoke, only downside of it for me is I can’t hold it in my teeth, just a bit to big for that, but that isn’t really a complaint merely a fact based on size, shape, and weight. It has really taken to some sweeter cavendish blends like a champ and I pretty much only smoke those in it now.

I have never smoked any of the well known higher end pipes, but I would have no reservations about picking up another pipe from Daniel in the future should the money and availability allow.—–

Written on: July 19, 2011 Eric Heberling, EJH Pipes, U.S.A.

Written on: July 19, 2011 by Maja Galic, Croatia

P1411 – Thor

Written on: July 9, 2011 by Vincent Inglhofer, U.S.A.

P1711 – Acorn Octopus

My Dear friend Daniel,

Written on: July 5, 2011 by Eric Hunt, U.S.A.

P1811 – E.T. (Extra-Terrestrial)

Written on: Apr 04th, 2011 by Guillaume Laffly, France

P0311 – Funny Alex

Daniel,

so, i have smoked the pipe twice. I think the briar is young, so there is a need to smoke it slowly … The taste is better on the second smoking, and i think it will continue to progress in that direction.

Clearly, it’s not a pipe that I can take in my mouth – the stummel is very long 😉

It smokes very good, no problem for draw. Mouthpiece is a little big large, but it is in acrylic, and normal for the weight.

It’s rare that I smoke the same pipe twice in the same day 😉

I know that I will smoke this one day by day – many days to come 😉

Just seen your lemon pipe : very good idea, and beautiful pipe…

Best
Guillaume

edit: a test of this pipe can be found here: http://www.fumeursdepipe.net/testmustran.htm