Yixing

[TeaTotaling]

You got it, that’s them!

I guess I've heard of it

Touché! A sneak peek of something nice, has piqued my interest

[Mark-S]

Which pot is this? I agree, any bigger and it would start to look weird. For future reference, you can also slightly lift the lid off the pot slightly as your pouring to increase flow.

This 40ml pot: https://www.facebook.com/groups/teapot2 ... 361855321/

I already tried lifting the lid slightly, but it's too difficult/messy.

[TeaTotaling]

@Mark-S How do you like the functionality of your 40ml teapot, and what tea have you devoted this pot to?

[Mark-S]

Mark-S How do you like the functionality of your 40ml teapot, and what tea have you devoted this pot to?

I have just started to prepare this teapot, but I think I'll try a Formosa oolong with it: http://www.diekunstdestees.de/epages/63 ... ts/MK-TXHO . If this does not work well I'll try it with other oolong teas. It's definitely not my favorite pot, and the size is a bit... special ... so I won't use it for my daily tea.

[Bok]

@Mark-S for future reference: what is more important for pour speed is to make the whole on the INSIDE of the lid bigger and wider... also less risky if something goes wrong.

Physics determines that it should be a cone shaped canal for optimal pour speed

[Bok]

steanze I will definitely be doing further research. Both of these pots are in excellent condition from what I can tell. The seller has been very transparent, answering all of my questions, and granting my requests.

Do you have any knowledge/insight on the workshop Chang Kee?

My pearskin Zhuni from the repair thread is also Chang Ji workshop

Excellent workmanship and sought after workshop.

[Mark-S]

Mark-S for future reference: what is more important for pour speed is to make the whole on the INSIDE of the lid bigger and wider... also less risky if something goes wrong.

Physics determines that it should be a cone shaped canal for optimal pour speed

The inside of the hole was clogged, so I used this tool (Attachments: 1, from the inside to the outside) to remove the excess clay, and I made the hole a bit wider in the process. I think the only better option would have been if I had used a different diamond needle file with a wider body after the unclogging. Is that right? I am still happy about the adjustment. It was also easier than I thought. Maybe, I will buy a second diamond file (Attachments: 2) for future pots.

[steanze]

full pic of the pot?

Will try to take one tomorrow with better light

[OCTO]

OCTO

My pot has a 7 hole filter.

Personal preference because you like golfball filters better or because they are easier to authenticate? I also prefer them, but what I don't like about them is that there is always some tea left in the pot. It's a design flaw in my opinion.

Nah! I have not payed much money on most of my pots, don't worry. It's still tolerable, and I have already learned a lot.

@Mark-S

Sorry.. had a few busy days and missed your post... the Golfball filter is IMO an easier way to authenticate as golfball filters are done differently since the 60s and is constantly evolving. It's not a definitive indicator of vintage. Like I've mentioned earlier, it's always a combination of criteria that helps you determine authenticity and age of a pot. You can find 7 holes filter as early as 60s too but you can also find then in modern pots. I will not rely on using them as an indicator of age but rather as an indicator of collectibility.

Cheers!

[steanze]

full pic of the pot?

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[TeaTotaling]

steanze I will definitely be doing further research. Both of these pots are in excellent condition from what I can tell. The seller has been very transparent, answering all of my questions, and granting my requests.

Do you have any knowledge/insight on the workshop Chang Kee?

My pearskin Zhuni from the repair thread is also Chang Ji workshop

Excellent workmanship and sought after workshop.

That's awesome! Nice work on salvaging that beauty, came along quite nice!! I saw you were taking it for a test run, how does the clay perform?

P.S. Sorry about the typo, that is the spelling Google Translate gave. Thank you for correcting.

[TeaTotaling]

full pic of the pot?

Lovely!! Thanks for sharing

[TeaTotaling]

Mark-S How do you like the functionality of your 40ml teapot, and what tea have you devoted this pot to?

I have just started to prepare this teapot, but I think I'll try a Formosa oolong with it: http://www.diekunstdestees.de/epages/63 ... ts/MK-TXHO . If this does not work well I'll try it with other oolong teas. It's definitely not my favorite pot, and the size is a bit... special ... so I won't use it for my daily tea.

Thanks Mark! Seems like you are on the right track, tiny pot for those higher end teas. I have a 50ml that I am waiting to receive. I have re-evaluated some things since ordering, but I'm sure I will find a nice use for it!

[Teachronicles]

full pic of the pot?

very nice

[Victoria]

Nice pot @steanze. Is it common to have a big flat knob like that in Late Qing and ROC zhuni teapots?