With a 5 inch base this pipe is rock solid. I wish the mouth piece tilted back 2 inches more,like at a 45 degree angle, I wear glasses, so those 2 inches would put the flame at a more comfortable distance, or side car mouth piece. I use a 30 inche silacone tubing put in the mouth piece now,it makes it easier to use and you can pass it around easily, kind of like a huka,now it rocks. Looking forward to years of smooth tokes. I also got a 14mm - 18mm adapter so I can use my titanium nail. Great deal, Thanks Eney