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Oak Island Fans Blow Smoke at Pipe Stem Theory
The latest episode of The Curse of Oak Island went up in smoke, not from a long-awaited treasure-igniting bonfire, but from the fiery wrath of online fans. The team’s excitement over a “largest diameter pipe stem” discovered in the RP-1 shaft was met with considerable skepticism.
Archaeologist Laird Niven dated the pipe stem to 1680-1710, suggesting English origins and a possible link to 17th-century treasure hunter Sir William Phips. Rick Lagina even hypothesized that the pipe predated the Money Pit, fueling theories of earlier treasure-related activity.
However, fans on Reddit weren’t inhaling the hype. Many criticized the show for dating the artifact based on its shape and bowl connection, demanding more scientific methods like carbon dating or XRF testing. One Reddit user sarcastically questioned the team’s dating logic, while another called the notion that a pipe’s shape could pinpoint its age “ludicrous.”
The show’s attempt to tie the pipe stem to Sir William Phips also drew scoffs. Fans found the connection far-fetched, suggesting the pipe could have belonged to anyone. Sarcastic comments online highlighted the perceived tendency of the show to force connections to historical figures.
The online mockery underscores a growing sentiment among viewers that the show prioritizes dramatic storytelling over scientific rigor. Despite the presence of Emma Culligan in the lab, no analysis of the pipe’s date was offered.
While the show continues to tease potential treasure finds, the skepticism surrounding the pipe stem incident exemplifies the challenge The Curse of Oak Island faces in balancing entertainment with credible archaeological investigation.
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