"Got the pipe yesterday and was stunned. It was even nicer in my hand than I expected from the pictures, and I was expecting a lot….  The high contrast curves in the extension grain really accent the pipe grain well….  The grain follows the lines of the pipe really well…. Good draw, and very little wood taste on the first bowl.  2nd bowl had none….  It sits quite comfortably in my hand, and didn't get hot when I wasn't paying attention and smoked it too hard….  Thank you so much for making this pipe. I feel lucky to have received it."

"Very nice pipes. Feel good, look good and smoke well - thanks."

"Beautiful pipe, wonderful individual to deal with....recommend wholeheartedly!!"

"When I first received this pipe I was simply stunned at the quality of the work.  This is not just a well designed and executed shape and finish; it is a amazingly well built pipe.

The delrin tenon slides like silk into the delrin shank insert. And the zebrano shank extension is perfectly done.  Add to that the handcut cumberland stem, eye pleasing grain, deep contrast stain and exquisite finish and you have a truly masterfully executed pipe that only hand crafting and artisan attention to detail can accomplish.  Thank you so much for this amazing pipe.  I will treasure it always.

But most importantly this pipe smokes like a dream.  I've been smoking it several times a day for the last weeks. The perfectly drilled airway with its wide open draw makes this the best smoking pipe in my collection.   You don't "break in" a pipe like this.  You simply offer it experience.

This has quickly become my favorite pipe.  So much so that I have dedicated it exclusively to my favorite go to Gawith and Hoggarth flake."

"Got the 'gentlecurvehalfsaddle' yesterday in the mail.  Great look and feel in the hand.  Nice grain and sleek light weight design. Keep up the nice work!  Your quality hand crafted pipes and friendly service are appreciated… This pipe will likely be reserved for English Oriental Supreme!"

"Excellent pipemaker---thanks."

"Received my 'bamboofreehand' pipe today and it far exceeds my expectations!  Quality materials and craftsmanship to match - really nice briar grain.  After two bowls, this is not a pipe but a functional work of art as it smokes as good as it looks.  This will not be my last pipe from The Rafter G."

"Truth be told, I really do love everything about this pipe, the shape, stain color, stem, and weight are all perfect. Great job Tim and I'm very pleased with the large bowl size.  I chose to break it in with Northwoods.  The first bowl went well with the pipe smoking cool and dry.  It's going to be hard for me to allow this pipe to rest..."

"The White Ringed Volcano is one beautiful pipe.  It really is a quality work of art.  The grain is amazing, with awesome birds eyes on the bottom, and the ringed straight grain on the bowl is beautiful.  It's very light, it fits the hand perfectly, and very comfortable.  From the fit of the stem, to the placement of the draft hole, it is perfection.  It has already become one of my favorite pipes, and will be for many years to come.  It pulls very easily, and smokes cool and dry.  I love it!"

"Well I got what I asked for, TWO wonderful handmade pipes, hand crafted to my specifications by a great artist... Both the "Luck o' the Irish Nose Warmer" and "The Camp Fire Freehand" are absolute works of art...  The draw on each of them is outstanding.  They smoke cool and the looks are remarkable...  I already have my next TRG pipe in my mind ...."

"What an utterly fantastic little pipe!  And of course, the pipe is exceptionally well made.  Dead center, spot on drilling.  Very well executed and attractive.  I love the orange wood and faux ivory.  Gives the pipe a sort of sporty or jaunty feel.  In short this is a top shelf pipe and also makes a practical addition to my growing hodge-podge of pipes.  Thanks for the great pipe Tim."

"Well, this is my third TRG Handcrafted Pipe... All I can say is Tim outdoes himself each and every time he creates a new beast.  There's not much to say, the draw, the shape, the craftsmanship... Excellence every time..."

"Okay.  Month's end.  Tim, the pipe is superb.  Your canadian is fully broken in, and I must say that this was a remarkable piece of briar.  I could not be more pleased.  Indeed, the heft of the stummel contributes to a very cool and moisture free smoke.  All moisture seems to just disappear.  The pipe gets on average a 2 day rest before I fire it up again, and it is doing great.  And when the boys ask, I just say: 'It's a TRG.' Great pipe. Thank you."

"The pipe is perfect and a real work of art.  It also smokes very well and is now the prize of my collection !!  The deer horn tamper is really neat too and I have never seen one like that."

"Tim, this pipe is absolutely stunning!  The craftsmanship is very impressive and, as I said before, you took my idea and executed it beautifully.  Beyond being an awesome looking pipe, it smokes exceptionally well even on the first bowl.  Be proud of what you created for me Tim as I am proud to own it."

"The pipe is awesome.  Wow draw is great, weight is great, and it looks great.  This one smoke cool and dry with great draw.  It is by far my favorite pipe.  Hopefully soon I will be calling you to build me another."

"Mr. George delivered a custom Poker pipe to me yesterday.  I've smoked about three bowls of Virginia tobacco in it so far.  It is, without question, the finest pipe I've ever smoked, notwithstanding the fact that I am still breaking it in.  His attention to even the smallest of details makes it a pure pleasure to smoke.  I plan to take it on a Caribbean vacation, starting tomorrow, and look forward to giving a more detailed report once I return."

"Well once again you have done it Tim.  The ambernosewarmer is more than I could have imagined.  The contrasting stain makes the grain stand out beautifully.  Pairing the amber spacer and cumberland stem really made this one stand out.  Oh and as an added bonus it also smokes excellent.  Perfect draw and weight.  Tim you took my idea, added to it, and made it a pipe I am going to be proud of for a long time.  Thank you!!"

"Tim, not only have you created another wonderful pipe for me but you have helped honor something great, the birth of my son!  With the help of you, my wife, and brother, this pipe was created without me knowing ... what a great surprise!  It smokes like a champ as a TRG should and it will always be near and dear to me.  Thank you again, Tim!"