As a possible way of reducing the "pipe bomb" see if the clear tubing can be used. I believe it is in the plumbing aisle also.

If you look at the tube I used for my EDC (now on display in the Photo Gallery) you could use them also; maybe. The hobby stores have coin tubes and a variety of clear storage tubes for cheap. I do not know if you have a Hobby Lobby where you are. That is where I purchased mine. They were in the BEAD section. If no Hobby Lobby perhaps a Michael's or similar hobby/craft store.

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