"A rubber cover for the end of the stem, to prevent stem damage. Some people find these easier to grip and more comfortable than acrylic or vulcanite stems, especially while driving."
I do believe I will try these -- for comfort, as well as for protection of both vulcanite and acrylic stems.
I have found for sale China-made rubber grips of diameters 10mm, 11mm, 12mm.
Also, USA made SOFTY grips in small, medium, large.
And a few other brands, including silicon grips, and clear rubber grips.
Anyone care to share experience with any of the above? Durability?
I have previously ignored these because they are often mis-marketed as specifically for denture wearers.
![1708318955070.jpeg 1708318955070.jpeg](https://pipesmagazine.com/forums/data/attachments/289/289654-20fa33cb9c0a5edd9cefc3e5f5be1d8e.jpg)
I do believe I will try these -- for comfort, as well as for protection of both vulcanite and acrylic stems.
I have found for sale China-made rubber grips of diameters 10mm, 11mm, 12mm.
Also, USA made SOFTY grips in small, medium, large.
And a few other brands, including silicon grips, and clear rubber grips.
Anyone care to share experience with any of the above? Durability?
I have previously ignored these because they are often mis-marketed as specifically for denture wearers.
![1708318955070.jpeg 1708318955070.jpeg](https://pipesmagazine.com/forums/data/attachments/289/289654-20fa33cb9c0a5edd9cefc3e5f5be1d8e.jpg)