Kaywoodie Paradox

[IronKnight]

Hi guys, I have in my collection an antique Kaywoodie "drinkless" small bent pipe. I was wondering if anyone can offer me some advice, the pipe does gurgle about once a bowl, no matter what I put in it, how dry I get my mixture, or how slow I puff on it, the stinger does a wonderful job, too good actually. Anyway some of you may be acquainted with these pipes, as the stem is threaded into shank, both what apears to be stainless steel. I was wondering since the fitting of these two parts doesn't rely on friction or a proper fit (since it threads into the shank) if it's safe for me to unscrew this and wipe the stinger down and keep my smoke dry. Thanks in advance guys!

 

[Mr_Jeff]

Won't hurt it a bit. As long as you have it apart, you may as well run a pipe cleaner down the shank as well.

 

[Dave_In_Philly]

Yup, just what Jeff said. Don't hesitate to unscrew the thing and run a pipe cleaner through for good measure. I do all the time.

 

[IronKnight]

Awesome. I have been doing that for some time now and haven't noticed any direct issues, however I just wanted to make sure, I appreciate the comments.

 

[SPUD 15]

Hi guys, I have in my collection an antique Kaywoodie "drinkless" small bent pipe. I was wondering if anyone can offer me some advice, the pipe does gurgle about once a bowl, no matter what I put in it, how dry I get my mixture, or how slow I puff on it, the stinger does a wonderful job, too good actually. Anyway some of you may be acquainted with these pipes, as the stem is threaded into shank, both what apears to be stainless steel. I was wondering since the fitting of these two parts doesn't rely on friction or a proper fit (since it threads into the shank) if it's safe for me to unscrew this and wipe the stinger down and keep my smoke dry. Thanks in advance guys!

I havent smoked a Kaywoodie drinkless for 30 years but do remembe always having a pipe cleaner with me to put down th stem when the pipe started to gurgle. Worked like a champ