Stem stuck in pipe

[iergeni]

I got an old pipe recently and the stem seems to be stuck in the pipe. I tried turning it - there's some give, but it's still pretty tight, so I stopped as I don't want to snap the tenon off.

I was thinking if dipping the whole thing in warm soapy water as the stem needs cleaning anyhow. After that, I will be grateful for any advice on how to remove the stem without risking the tenon snap-off or damaging the briar.

 

[herfdog]

Always turn counter clockwise to remove, clockwise to put back in.

If it turn, you should be able to take it off.

 

[Hoshneer]

Put it in the freezer for a half in hour I bet it pops right out.

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[omahaorange]

I'm new to pipes but I'll verify this. Just did this the other day, with some skepticism. Suprise...it came right out.

 

[The Munt]

Good move not hoeing into it! I have broken a stem of in my teeth trying to remove a tight stem, the cooler the better, so the freezer should work. Might have to trhy that myself next time.

 

[Old Stogie]

Great advice!


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[iergeni]

Put it in the freezer for a half in hour I bet it pops right out.

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I did that. Didn't really pop out - took some work, but it came out in the end. I cleaned the stem, tennon and the corresponding briar part of the pipe and now it slides in and out more easily.