Pipe Of The Day (POTD)

[Blade Boy]

Balkan Sobranie in my K B&B meershaum...
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[jdto]

That Balkan Sobranie good? I've read a lot of praise.

[Mike H]

Irish Flake in a Peterson Kapet

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[jdto]

She's a beauty!

[Blade Boy]

That Balkan Sobranie good? I've read a lot of praise.
I have only smoked half a bowl of the Balkan Sobranie, I want to smoke a few more bowls before forming an opinion.
Today's POTD... Peter Stokkebye's B&B in my Falcon.

[jdto]

First try for Erinmore Flake in the rescued Brigham.

http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i376/jdto1/POTD/IMG_0027.jpg

[Mike H]

First try for Erinmore Flake in the rescued Brigham.



And... ?

All the recent talk has me wanting to try some

[jdto]

And... ?

All the recent talk has me wanting to try some
Nice and slow, which helped me get some sweetness from it. I think I need to dry it out a bit more next time, as it really was tough to keep lit and I had to relight multiple times. I just used one flake, roughly rubbed out. The flakes are pretty small, so two flakes would give me a full bowl (as opposed to a half bowl like tonight). The aftertaste is really nice and sweet, which is promising. I think, for the next round, I'll rub it out a bit more and let it dry for an hour, instead of half an hour, to see what happens.

[Miles]

Had my first pipe ever in my brand spankin new Peterson kapet 408 with some Hal o'the wynd. It went well for a first timer flying solo, and the smoke was quite tasty. It was reminiscent of having a mellow cigar, but "sipping" at it for a long time instead of full blast smoking it. I made sure to prevent any overheating as per the warnings from some other threads in here, and only had to relight the bowl, um, like six times :blushing:

Looking forward to giving it another shot in a day or two. Thanks for all the help, guys!

[Shane_IL]

W.O. Larson 2010 Edition tobacco in a bent Kiko.

[Price]

First bowl after several days of being sick. FVF in the Brebbia. Mmmm....

[Price]

First run today with my Ser Jacopo Picta:

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[jdto]

Very happy it's Friday with my new (to me) Brigham 4-dot Bent Volcano #484 and Solani 633

http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i376/jdto1/POTD/d455a44f.jpg

[Blade Boy]

Nothing fancy today, Peter stokkebye's B&B in the Falcon and a Middleton's Cherry pipe tobacco Cigar.

[gaj90027]

Hearth & Home Ambassador's Blend in my Butz Choquin Bent Bulldog.

Great pipe, very cool smoker and a very tasty English blend.

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[jdto]

Nice pipe, Garry!

[Price]

What else???

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[Blade Boy]

Boswell's - Piper's Pleasure in my Mario Grandi...
http://img193.imageshack.us/img193/9508/img0065wg.jpg

[Blade Boy]

Peter Stokkebye's B&B in the straight Falcon.

[nrdoty]

A simple smoke of some Half & Half in the cob tonight while (hopefully) preparing an old bicycle for my first ever non-motorized commute to work. Wish me luck.

[Argonaut]

A simple smoke of some Half & Half in the cob tonight while (hopefully) preparing an old bicycle for my first ever non-motorized commute to work. Wish me luck.
Good luck!

[jdto]

http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i376/jdto1/POTD/IMG_0080.jpg

[Blade Boy]

http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i376/jdto1/POTD/IMG_0080.jpg
So what do you think of the P-lip?

[jdto]

So what do you think of the P-lip?

I like it. It definitely keeps the smoke off your tongue, while still giving you the flavour. I haven't had "roof-of-mouth-bite" with it in the two smokes I've had so far. I'm not sure if I'd want it on all my pipes, but I'll probably pick up another Pete with the p-lip to have in the rotation. This system pipe is a really nice smoker for me so far.

[Blade Boy]

I like it. It definitely keeps the smoke off your tongue, while still giving you the flavour. I haven't had "roof-of-mouth-bite" with it in the two smokes I've had so far. I'm not sure if I'd want it on all my pipes, but I'll probably pick up another Pete with the p-lip to have in the rotation. This system pipe is a really nice smoker for me so far.
Yeah, it's a Beaut :thumbup1:

[Price]

Solani 633 in the Rosslare B10 tonight.

[nrdoty]

Erinmore Flake in Comoy's Sandblast 398

[Blade Boy]

McClelland's Blue Mountain (thanks to Price) in my Oscar(Savenelli) 320KS, this one reminds me of Hickory smoke, has the slightest sweetness with a little spiciness that develops as the bowl progresses, a great smoke that I would recommend to any English/Balkan lover...
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[Price]

Dunhill Flake in the Ser Jacopo poker.

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[jdto]

http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i376/jdto1/POTD/IMG_0129.jpg

[conroygc]

Dunhill Flake in the Ser Jacopo poker.



That's a great looking pipe!

[Miles]

Had a big ol bowl of the Rattray Hal O the Wynd in my Peterson Author. While trying to learn proper filling technique I used the Frank method, and think I got it but was sadly unprepared for the mega-dose of nicotine that left me feeling wonky for a few hours afterward. I'd better stick to short bowls for a while :blushing: The good news is that up til the wonkiness, it was a great smoke out in the backyard under a great tree with all manner of hummingbirds and housefinches flitting around.

[conroygc]

Had half a bowl of the generic VaPer I picked up at the local shop today before work in my corncob. Having a smoke is a great way to kick off a night shift!

[Blade Boy]

Penzance (thanks nrdoty) in the Oscar/savenelli 320KS...
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[jdto]

MacB Golden Extra in my grandfather's Brigham Sportsman.

http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i376/jdto1/POTD/IMG_0109.jpg

[nrdoty]

Penzance (thanks nrdoty) in the Oscar/savenelli 320KS...
No problem. I actually haven't had an of the Penzance in awhile. The nicotine got to be a bit much for me the last time I smoked it indoors. I'm setting here considering giving it another go tonight.

Cool pipe btw; I have considered getting a Savenelli in that shape.

[jdto]

My new pipe with Mac B Golden Extra
http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i376/jdto1/POTD/IMAG0441.jpg

[Vlad]

Loving these POTD pictures, guys. :thumbup1:

[Blade Boy]

:o16: Big snuff order arrived today...230547Edit: :oops:, I guess I got so excited, I posted this in the wrong thread.

[Blade Boy]

My new pipe with Mac B Golden Extra
http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i376/jdto1/POTD/IMAG0441.jpg
I REALLY like that one :w00t:.

[nrdoty]

:o16: Big snuff order arrived today...230547Edit: :oops:, I guess I got so excited, I posted this in the wrong thread.
I was gonna say...DANG you've had all those today? It might be time to back off the nicotine a bit...

[jdto]

I REALLY like that one :w00t:.

Yeah, really nice pipe. Small, but well put together.

[Blade Boy]

I was gonna say...DANG you've had all those today? It might be time to back off the nicotine a bit...
Actually I did sample them all while jarring them up, and yes it was quite a rush :o16:

[conroygc]

:o16: Big snuff order arrived today...Edit: :oops:, I guess I got so excited, I posted this in the wrong thread.

What's up with the spout on the top left one?

[Blade Boy]

What's up with the spout on the top left one?
You just put the can up to your nose and squeeze, just kidding, it's a snuff bullet sitting on top of the tin :001_302:

[conroygc]

Today I tried to enjoy a bowl of Hearth and Home Ambassador blend, but it was too a tad too wet to smoke properly. I got a lot of spiciness and smokiness from my few puffs though.
Next I tried to load up MacBaren's Plumcake in another pipe, but alas, it was a bit too wet for a proper smoke as well.

Sure wish I had time for a bowl before bed!

[gaj90027]

Today I tried to enjoy a bowl of Hearth and Home Ambassador blend, but it was too a tad too wet to smoke properly. I got a lot of spiciness and smokiness from my few puffs though.
Next I tried to load up MacBaren's Plumcake in another pipe, but alas, it was a bit too wet for a proper smoke as well.

Sure wish I had time for a bowl before bed!

The Ambassador blend is one of the strongest full flavor pipe tobaccos I have yet to taste and I absolutely love it. If you don't enjoy it when you do get to smoke a proper bowl I would suggest saving it for a few months to see if your tastes change.

[jdto]

Pete System 312 Ebony / Mac Baren Golden Extra / Alexander Keith's Dark Ale / FRIDAY!!!


http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i376/jdto1/POTD/IMG_0215.jpg

[Blade Boy]

Peter Stokkebye's B&B in my straight Falcon on the way to work today.

[Commander Quan]

McClelland's 2015 in my custom McCarter, and Ashton Artisans Blend in a Parker Bulldog. I haven't smoked the Parker in a long time, and had recently considered trading or selling it, but it's such a classic shape, and good smoker, I'll have to work in into the rotation more.

[Blade Boy]

McClelland's No. 925 in my Freshly re-stemmed Jobey Stromboli Extra, the new stem has a huge draft hole for an open, effortless draw (the photo doesn't do it justice)...
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[Leobloom]

I have 3 pipes that need re- stemmed and Blade- Boy, your re-stems look awesome! Who does your work? Are they available?

[Blade Boy]

I have 3 pipes that need re- stemmed and Blade- Boy, your re-stems look awesome! Who does your work? Are they available?
I am working on finding out who did the repair, the original stem was damaged by a guy I had sent the pipe to for clean up and restaining, he somehow damaged the stem causing a series of small cracks so he sent it to be re-stemmed by Tim West (not recommend) and he did a poor job then he sent it to a different pipe repair shop with the results in the photos above, as soon as I find out who did the work I will let you know.

[jdto]

Had some 4noggins Weybridge in my Brigham 4-dot #484 Bent Volcano. I think the tobacco was a bit too dry, as I had loaded the pipe and forgotten it, so it was out for a whole day. Won't do that again.

[Blade Boy]

McClelland's No. 925 in the Jobey again tonight.

[timebomb]

Boswell's Christmas Cookie in a bent MM Legend.

[jdto]

Mac Baren Golden Extra in my Brigham 2-dot Algonqun #216


http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i376/jdto1/POTD/IMG_0222.jpg

[conroygc]

Two Friends Chocolate English today in my Dr Grabow.

I love this tobacco. I'm definitely buying more when my sample runs out. Thanks for the samples Garry!

[Blade Boy]

G.L. Pease's Blackpoint in my Oscar/savenelli 320KS on the way to work this morning, another great blend from GLP but it doesn't top Westminster IMO.

[jdto]

Mac Baren Golden Extra / Peterson System Standard Ebony #312


http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i376/jdto1/POTD/IMG_0328.jpg

[Price]

Jack every time I see that pipe I have to fight the urge to buy one just like it.

No pics cuz I'm working tonight, but I did manage to get in a short bowl of Bob's Chocolate Flake in the Cortina.

[jdto]

It looks even better in person and it's been great to smoke, so far. I've got my eye on a 307 in a smooth finish to complement the ebony 312. PAD is an SOB!

[conroygc]

First smoke of Dunhill Night Cap in my new freehand. The bowl in that pipe is huge, I packed it 3/4 full and the smoke lasted me several hours of running errands.

[Price]

PAD is an SOB!

The man speaks truth.

At least it's made keeping the shave purchase sabbatical a breeze - all my disposable income is either sitting on the pipe rack or jarred up in the "cellar".

[jdto]

The man speaks truth.

At least it's made keeping the shave purchase sabbatical a breeze - all my disposable income is either sitting on the pipe rack or jarred up in the "cellar".
My new Pete is sitting in a box at the office while I'm at home with my sick daughter. Tomorrow I'll have new goodies to flaunt :jump:

[jdto]

http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i376/jdto1/POTD/IMG_0271.jpg

[Blade Boy]

http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i376/jdto1/POTD/IMG_0271.jpg
That's one sweet looking pipe.

[Blade Boy]

New pipe and new blend, first bowl in my no name Italian Oom Paul, Altadis TS1 Bright VA. Ribbon, this stuff is all natural but it's so naturally sweet you would swear it was cased...
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[nrdoty]

Ha, your new pipe looks cozy in its bed of baccy you made for it.:sleep12:Brings new meaning to letting your pipe rest.
New pipe and new blend, first bowl in my no name Italian Oom Paul, Altadis TS1 Bright VA. Ribbon, this stuff is all natural but it's so naturally sweet you would swear it was cased...232003I might have order some of that Altadis to try sooner or later. I love the strong stuff, but sometimes I just crave something sweet, & many aros smell sugary but fall short of a sweet taste.As for my POTD......another zero today. Allergies are hitting me hard so my throat & sinuses are crazy irritated. Even if I thought piping was a good idea right now, I doubt I'd enjoy it much.

[Price]

Broke out the Ben Wade for the first time in a while for some Royal Yacht after lunch.

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[jdto]

4noggins Weybridge in my new Peterson Aran 80s

http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i376/jdto1/POTD/IMG_0380.jpg

[Blade Boy]

3 Oaks Syrian in my Jeantet Roller...
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[Blade Boy]

I have 3 pipes that need re- stemmed and Blade- Boy, your re-stems look awesome! Who does your work? Are they available?
Here's the link for the company that made the stem for my pipe,http://www.nightowlpipeworks.com/home/index.html

[Price]

A buddy of mine got his dream orders: embassy duty in London. Today's his last day here, so I decided it would be "English Day". Had a bowl of EMP this morning, and I filled up my pouch with a healthy dose of Squadron Leader to take to work with me.
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[jdto]

Brigham 4-dot Prince #1 / Brigham Mr. B's Vanilla Maple / Kilkenny Irish Cream Ale


http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i376/jdto1/POTD/IMG_0308.jpg

[drawonme]

Cross Eyed Cricket in Ser Jacopo 1/2 bent

[Blade Boy]

The last of my Penzance sample :a36:in my Oscar/Savenelli 320KS

[jdto]

Another pipe to help mitigate the fact that my team just lost our third in a row in league play...

http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i376/jdto1/POTD/IMG_0285.jpg

[Price]

Cracked open the Cumberland today. Surprisingly dry right out of the tin. Loaded up the Ser Jacopo hawkbill for the inaugural bowl, and it smoked very dry and cool. Very nice blend - strong but mellow. A lot of nuances to it. I think I'm really gonna like this one.

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[Blade Boy]

Cornell & Diehl's Pirate Kake in my Oscar/Savenelli 320KS...
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[jdto]

4noggins Weybridge in my Peterson Aran 80s

http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i376/jdto1/POTD/IMAG0446.jpg

[Price]

The best follow up to a nice steak dinner?

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Solani Silver.

[jdto]

Very nice, Price!

[Price]

Very nice, Price!Thanks, Jack!

[Price]

This morning I had a hankerin' for something different, so I had some New Orleans Rebirth blend in my Iwan Ries basket billiard with my morning joe.

[Headcharge]

Squardron Leader in my new Bjorne last night.

[jdto]

Mac Baren Golden Extra in the Resurrected Brigham Sportsman

http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i376/jdto1/POTD/IMG_0276.jpg

[Leobloom]

GL Pease Westminster in my Peterson Kinsale XL 21 while listening to Will Stratton's new album, Post Empire.

[Blade Boy]

Two firsts tonight (2/2/12), smoking my first bowl in a newly acquired no name sandblasted pipe from London, England which I have dubbed my "poor man's Dunhill" and in it I smoked my first bowl of a tobacco sample I feel very privileged to have, it a fresh sample of the original Balkan Sobranie from the late 60's, what a wonderfully smooth and mellow smoke...
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[Price]

Today I felt like something with a most unusual share of strength.:laugh:
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HOTW in the Brebbia Ninja Sabbiata. This is fast becoming my "go to" VA and it's only got about 6 months on it. Guessing it's only gonna get better.

[hugh4]

Damn damn damn... I was just getting settled in my cigar stash and now after seeing all these wonderful pipes.. Well I may be in trouble :innocent:

[jdto]

That's a pretty Brebbia, Price.

[Vlad]

Two firsts tonight (2/2/12), smoking my first bowl in a newly acquired no name sandblasted pipe from London, England which I have dubbed my "poor man's Dunhill" and in it I smoked my first bowl of a tobacco sample I feel very privileged to have, it a fresh sample of the original Balkan Sobranie from the late 60's, what a wonderfully smooth and mellow smoke...


Say what? :a6:

[jdto]

Mac Baren Cherry Ambrosia in my Brigham 2-dot #224


http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i376/jdto1/POTD/IMG_0297.jpg

[Blade Boy]

G.L. Pease's Charing Cross in my no name English sandblasted...
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[Price]

Damn damn damn... I was just getting settled in my cigar stash and now after seeing all these wonderful pipes.. Well I may be in trouble :innocent:

You should run now while you can, Hugh. It's an abyss. I was exactly where you are about six months ago. Now I'm...well, you don't even want to know.

[jwhite]

You should run now while you can, Hugh. It's an abyss. I was exactly where you are about six months ago. Now I'm...well, you don't even want to know.

but its a warm and cozy abyss full of all sorts of interesting people.

[jdto]

Golden Extra in my grandfather's Brigham Sportsman


http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i376/jdto1/POTD/IMG_0319.jpg

[Price]

Golden Extra in my grandfather's Brigham Sportsman

That's so cool. I don't have a "tobacco legacy", so I had to start my own. I just picture my son's son (several years from being born as yet, I hope) one day smoking one of his grandfather's pipes.

[jdto]

That's so cool. I don't have a "tobacco legacy", so I had to start my own. I just picture my son's son (several years from being born as yet, I hope) one day smoking one of his grandfather's pipes.
It's really awesome. I totally get great flashbacks and memories of him from when I was a kid, sitting in his chair out beside the cottage, contentedly puffing away. He was a great man, a really good person and a real man without being all in your face about it. Quite a joker, too, but very hard-working and dedicated to his family.

It's nice to have this little part of him with me.

[Blade Boy]

Mac Baren Highland Blend in my Foutnum's Windward, a bit too spicy for my taste, guess I'm a wuss :concern:

[hugh4]

You should run now while you can, Hugh. It's an abyss. I was exactly where you are about six months ago. Now I'm...well, you don't even want to know.

Ha! That's exactly what I'm afraid of.. :scared:

[Blade Boy]

McClelland's 3 Oaks Syrian in my Fortnum's Windward.

[Artistik]

This morning's drive in to work, Boswell's Penn. Dutch Treat in a (new to me) bent Sav Tris with strong black coffee on the side. I have DGT'd it for a later smoke break and it was super. Lunch time will be either FMOTT or Carter Hall in a cobb.

[conroygc]

this morning's drive in to work, boswell's penn. Dutch treat in a (new to me) bent sav tris with strong black coffee on the side. I have dgt'd it for a later smoke break and it was super. Lunch time will be either fmott or carter hall in a cobb.

dgt?

[Artistik]

Delayed Gratification Technique (let it go out and save it for a later relight).

[Price]

Two days in a row for HOTW, today in the Stanwell:

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[jdto]

4noggins Weybridge in my Brigham 4-dot Volcano #484


http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i376/jdto1/POTD/IMG_0311.jpg

[Blade Boy]

Peter Stokkebye's Golden Dansk in my VM&EM green sitter...
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[Artistik]

Two days in a row for HOTW, today in the Stanwell:

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Dude, I love that Stanwell.:001_wub: I am sure it is a good smoker because all of my Stanwells have been.

[Artistik]

My second morning with Boswell's Penn Dutch Treat, this time in my Arlington.

[nrdoty]

Mac Baren Highland Blend in my Foutnum's Windward, a bit too spicy for my taste, guess I'm a wuss :concern:
Perique spicy, or what?

[Blade Boy]

Perique spicy, or what?
I don't know, I'm sending it to you, you decide :001_smile

[conroygc]

Last night I had Borkumm Riff in my cob. This was my first time trying this tobacco and I found it...boring.

[Argonaut]

Had my first bowl in about two weeks this morning, went with some Frog Morton. I usually don't care for latakia, but there's something I like about FM.

[nrdoty]

I don't know, I'm sending it to you, you decide :001_smile
Ha, okay. I'll certainly log it on this thread when I try it & give my opinion. But I don't know that I'll be able to pick out flavors any better than you.

[Price]

Dunhill Flake in the Peterson Rosslare:

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[Vlad]

FVF yesterday, finished the tin. Got kinda sick, not sure if I smoked it too fast or what. :07:

[conroygc]

Early morning blend in the Grabow. It was excellent.

[Blade Boy]

FVF yesterday, finished the tin. Got kinda sick, not sure if I smoked it too fast or what. :07:
Pretty potent stuff isn't it, coulda had a little nic o.d.

[73mountaineer]

I have shifted back to cigars as the weather has been warming up, but finally sat down and smoked a bowl of C&D Autumn Evening in the big Nording last night.

[jdto]

Smoked some MacB Golden Extra in my Brebbia Sabbiata Nera 623. I overheated the pipe and some of the finish bubbled a touch and now has peeled a bit. Not too bad, but still a bit gutted :(

[Blade Boy]

Smoked some MacB Golden Extra in my Brebbia Sabbiata Nera 623. I overheated the pipe and some of the finish bubbled a touch and now has peeled a bit. Not too bad, but still a bit gutted :(
:scared: I hate it when that happens, such a beautiful pipe too.

[jdto]

I'll post some pics once the camera battery is charged. I like this pipe a lot, so I'm glad it isn't too bad. I'm thinking of making this my 1792 pipe, just because it's got a smallish bowl with a very nice shape.

[Mr. Scruffy]

Savinelli Oscar Bulldog with Mac Baren Navy Flake

[jdto]

Brigham Mr. B's Vanilla Maple in my Brigham 4-dot Straight Prince #4

[Blade Boy]

Cornell & Diehl Sunset Harbor in my no name Italian screw bottom sitter...
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[nrdoty]

Having some C&D Nutty Irishman in my MM Missouri Pride cob.

[Leobloom]

Have'nt been able to smoke due to allergies/ sinus stuff but definitely digging Blade Boy's bike in the background! Saving my olfactoral senses for my forthecoming Tinsky loaded with GL Pease Westminster! Cheers!

[conroygc]

Two friends English chocolate in my little Cortina briar. Smoking this on an empty stomach resulted in a nice little nicotine buzz.

[Price]

With the recent Zippo threads, I dug out my one and only. It's from my first ship, now de-commissioned. Today's smoke is FVF in the Ser Jacopo poker:

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[nrdoty]

Great weather here in Missouri, as opposed to yesterday. Enjoying some Dark Navy flake (bulk) in my Dr. Grabow Duke on my lunch break.

[Blade Boy]

Smoking my custom blend (Strange Blend #1) in my straight Falcon.

[Vlad]

Esoterica Margate. Great stuff. I think my favorite cut is thin ribbon, just easier to keep lit.

[jdto]

4noggins Weybridge in my Peterson Aran 80s

[Blade Boy]

Uhle's Crushed Cube Cut White Burley & Licorice Cavendish in my straight Falcon

[Price]

After six bowls of VA's over the last four days (3 HOTW, 2 Dunhill Flake, & 1 FVF), it was time for a change of pace today:

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Ennerdale in the St. Pat's 999.

[Blade Boy]

3 Oaks Syrian in the Falcom and a Middleton's Cherry cigar.

[nrdoty]

Due to all the allergy craziness I have been dealing with I couldn't smoke for over a week. I't is something I can live without, but it was disappointing to pass by my pipe rack in the evenings. So I'm feeling pretty good now so I kinda tapered back in Wed. night with an aro. Yesterday I got started earlier in the day with my navy flake on lunch. After work I picked up a new stem for my MM Country Gentleman so when I got home I filled it with some Devil's Holiday :devil2: by Dan Tobacco. Then since it was Friday night I went on to have a nice full bowl of C&D - Pirate Kake :pirate: in my Spaniola's Pipes freehand plateau that lasted me late into the night.

And now on to today I'm starting off the evening by sampling C&D - Black Duck in my MM Missouri Pride. The blend is full, well-rounded, & complex (6 tobaccos in this one:thumbup1:). I can't say I've loved every blend of their's I have tried but overall I am gaining quite a respect for Cornell & Diehl. :ouch1:

[jdto]

Two so far today.

MacB Golden Extra in my Grandfather's Brigham Sportsman with a lovely cup of coffee this morning
http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i376/jdto1/POTD/IMG_0679.jpg

Then some more of the same in my Brebbia Sabbiata Nera 623 this afternoon
http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i376/jdto1/POTD/IMG_0686.jpg

[Blade Boy]

Have'nt been able to smoke due to allergies/ sinus stuff but definitely digging Blade Boy's bike in the background! Saving my olfactoral senses for my forthecoming Tinsky loaded with GL Pease Westminster! Cheers!
Westminster, yes sir :thumbup1:

[jdto]

Mac Baren Golden Extra in a Brigham 4-dot Bent Volcano #484 (you can tell I had the camera out today!)


http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i376/jdto1/POTD/IMG_0698.jpg

[Blade Boy]

Mac Baren Golden Extra in a Brigham 4-dot Bent Volcano #484 (you can tell I had the camera out today!)


http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i376/jdto1/POTD/IMG_0698.jpg
Great photos too, what kind of camera is it?

[jdto]

Great photos too, what kind of camera is it?
Thank you, sir. It's my wife's Canon EOS Rebel something or other. An entry-level DSLR, I guess.

[conroygc]

Yesterday was Stokkebye Golden Dansk in the cob. This reminded me a lot of Capt Black White. Also, I think my cob pipe is getting sour, might be time for a replacement.

No smoking for me today, I've developed a sore throat :frown2:

[Mr. Scruffy]

Mac Baren HH Mature Virginia in my Ben Wade Rusticated Ruby

[nrdoty]

...I think my cob pipe is getting sour, might be time for a replacement... I haven't had a cob sour on me as of yet. I'm curious how long you've had yours, how frequently, & what you smoked in it. Of course exact details aren't critical I just find my cobs in a very regular rotation & I'd l like to be able to put off replacing them longer if possible.

Also I wonder if a little salt/alcohol would clear up the taste. I know it can work great for briar, I'm just not sure how it would work with the less dense material. Of course to many it might not be worth the time since cobs are so cheap.


...No smoking for me today, I've developed a sore throat :frown2:Sorry to hear that; it's so annoying!

[Blade Boy]

Esoterica Blackpool in my BC gourd Calabash, now this is one Virginia I DO like...
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[nrdoty]

Some had some Samuel Gawith FVF in my Comoy's Sandblast 398 last night. I had trouble getting it to stay lit without getting kinda hot. It was drier than I often smoke flakes but I wonder if it wasn't still too wet for this tobacco.

[Price]

Irish Oak in the Mario Grandi today:
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[Price]

I lucked into some Haddo's Delight from 2006. First run with it today in the Brebbia:
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[Guinness Draught]

Escudo Navy De Luxe in my Viking Classic pipe.

[Commander Quan]

How to you like that Brebbia? I have the 1001 shape and it is one of my favorites.

[Price]

How to you like that Brebbia? I have the 1001 shape and it is one of my favorites.

Terrific. It's a very "generous" bowl, but quite comfy to clench despite its size, and it smokes great. I actually started looking at these after you commented about how much you liked yours (I didn't get quite the deal you did, though). Quite happy with it.

[Headcharge]

Frog morton in the Bjarne viking dublin.

[jdto]

Brigham Mr. B's Vanilla Maple in my 4-dot Prince #4. It's too windy :(


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[Blade Boy]

Samuel Gawith 1792 Flake in my Savinelli 320KS...
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[gaj90027]

Full Virginia Flake in my newest Pipe, a Savinelli Sistina Rustic Bordeaux Poker!

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[Price]

Nice pipe, Garry!

[Blade Boy]

Nice pipe, Garry!
Ditto :001_smile

[Price]

Squadron Leader in the Picta Van Gogh:
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[Headcharge]

Northwoods in the new Boswell. Great....just great.

[Blade Boy]

Northwoods in the new Boswell. Great....just great.
:thumbup1::thumbup1:

[jdto]

4noggins Weybridge in my Peterson Aran 80s


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[nrdoty]

Last night I had some C&D Autumn Evening in my canted brandy basket pipe.

Currently I'm having a some simple Half and Half in my MM Country Gentleman.

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[Blade Boy]

Bob's Chocolate Flake in my Peterson 303 African Meershaum...
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[jwhite]

Did this flake do any better for you?

[jdto]

Nice shot, BB!

[Blade Boy]

Did this flake do any better for you?
To be honest, I haven't smoke it yet, waiting for it to dry a bit :001_smile

[jdto]

Mac Baren Golden Extra in my Grandfather's Brigham Sportsman


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[Price]

I had Bob's Chocolate Flake today, too, in my new Shannon 999.

[nrdoty]

I had Bob's Chocolate Flake today, too, in my new Shannon 999.How are you liking that pipe so far? I have one headed my way & am curious.

[Price]

How are you liking that pipe so far? I have one headed my way & am curious.

Well, it's my second one, if that tells you anything. I have a St. Patrick's Day 999, and I really like it. Feels just right in your hand. Bowl is on the smaller side, so it's perfect for a shorter smoke. I just got the Shannon in yesterday, and today was my first bowl with it (uh, and my second). I really like the 999.

[Blade Boy]

Did this flake do any better for you?
Yes, I rubbed it out about 90% and let it air out for about an hour, could be partially the pipe too but this is a better experience than the SG 1792, I will try the 1792 again in this pipe soon, I didn't dry the 1792 at all either so that could be part of the issue too, we shall see.

[jdto]

I jarred most of my 2oz of BCF, but left two flakes aside to try some time in the near future. If it's good, I might order some more for the cellar. I have a lot of tobacco on my "to try" list. In fact, most of my cellar! Not that I'm letting that stop me from buying more.... :whistling:

[nrdoty]

Well, it's my second one, if that tells you anything. I have a St. Patrick's Day 999, and I really like it. Feels just right in your hand. Bowl is on the smaller side, so it's perfect for a shorter smoke. I just got the Shannon in yesterday, and today was my first bowl with it (uh, and my second). I really like the 999.
Good to know; thanks!

[nrdoty]

Currently finishing up some English Stout by Scott Bendett of pipesandcigars.com in my Spaniola's Pipes freehand plateau. Fuller Latakia flavor with a decent burn. Overall a great smoke. Thanks Aaron!

[jdto]

The last of my Brigham Mr. B's Vanilla Maple in a Brigham 4-dot Prince #4 with black caffe americano. I will probably get more of this eventually, but now I've got some 4noggins Essence of Vermont and Double Fantasy to occupy my aro pipes. And also a half pouch of Mac B Cherry Ambrosia.


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[arghblech]

Yesterday's PotD was Foolscap in my rusticated Pete Emerald #6.

[Price]

Marlin Flake in the Rosslare B10. Very cool presentation: a long "flake snake" folded into the tin. Just fired it up, and I'm diggin' it so far.

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[Blade Boy]

Marlin Flake in the Rosslare B10. Very cool presentation: a long "flake snake" folded into the tin. Just fired it up, and I'm diggin' it so far.

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Sweet looking pipe, I like the amber stem.

[Price]

Thanks Aaron. One of my favorites. (The wife picked it out for me for Christmas, so I'm required to say that, but it really is.) :shifty: Looks great, smokes great!

[oc_in_fw]

Do you guys think I should keep trying this one (maybe in small amounts) or just stick to less intense blends?

No- send it to me :biggrin:

[oc_in_fw]

. I have a lot of tobacco on my "to try" list.

I have spent the last three days reading this thread (going to the tobacconist tomorrow). My "to try" list is now very long, too. I need to give up cigattes- junk tobacco that is wasting $5 a day. I imagine $35 a week could build up a fine tobacco stock in a bit.

[gaj90027]

I had Bob's Chocolate Flake today, too, in my new Shannon 999.

Can you post a photo of this pipe?

I'm intrigued by the color/finish on the Shannon line and you guys post much better photos than the web sites that actually sell the pipes.

[Argonaut]

Orlick Golen Sliced in a Dublin while watching a tornado go 4 miles to the west of the house.

[Commander Quan]

You don't need the sauna suit you could just sweat it out waiting to see if your house blows away.

[Price]

Can you post a photo of this pipe?

I'm intrigued by the color/finish on the Shannon line and you guys post much better photos than the web sites that actually sell the pipes.

I posted one in the acquisitions thread here (http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php/200900-Tobacquistitions!-Post-Up-Your-Brown-Leaf-Goodies!/page30) (post 591), but I can take a closer shot for you.

[Price]

Orlick Golen Sliced in a Dublin while watching a tornado go 4 miles to the west of the house.
Holy crap! I've dealt with hurricanes & wildfires, but those at least you have time to prepare for.

[Argonaut]

Holy crap! I've dealt with hurricanes & wildfires, but those at least you have time to prepare for.
Typical spring day in Oklahoma, I had one in the rearview mirror of my truck 2 years ago that almost took me off the road. Never a dull moment. Funny thing is, we had a few earthquakes over the last 6 months that sent folks running for other states. I felt the 4.6 one, that was creepy.

[Argonaut]

You don't need the sauna suit you could just sweat it out waiting to see if your house blows away.
I could probably lose weight by other means of bodily ejections if it came a little closer!

[jdto]

SG Squadron Leader (first time for me) in my Brigham 4-dot #446 Bent Dublin. Wow this is nice and is going on "the list". Thanks, Price!


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[Price]

SG Squadron Leader (first time for me) in my Brigham 4-dot #446 Bent Dublin. Wow this is nice and is going on "the list". Thanks, Price!

:thumbup1:

[nrdoty]

SG Squadron Leader (first time for me) in my Brigham 4-dot #446 Bent Dublin. Wow this is nice and is going on "the list". Thanks, Price!Ha, same here. I picked up the tin this evening at my local B&M. Man I wish I hadn't waited so long!

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I am currently finishing this bowl of SG Squadron Leader in my Savinelli Grand Prix Saddle Billiard. This pipe always smokes great & the leather reminded me of an aviator jacket. This tobacco is burning very smooth & has just the right amount of flavor. It is certainly going in my regular rotation.

[conroygc]

Ha, same here. I picked up the tin this evening at my local B&M. Man I wish I hadn't waited so long!


My B&M sells out of Squadron Leader and FVF almost immediately after getting their order, and I always seem to miss it!

No pipe for me in almost a week. I've had an nasty sore throat I'm still waiting to heal up.

[Blade Boy]

My B&M sells out of Squadron Leader and FVF almost immediately after getting their order, and I always seem to miss it!

No pipe for me in almost a week. I've had an nasty sore throat I'm still waiting to heal up.
Squadron leader and FVF in stock (last time I checked) at JR cigars for $9 a tin plus $5 flat rate shipping

[Price]

I've had a couple pouches of Iwan Ries Three Star Blue that were throw-ins from an order I placed with them and a trade I did a while ago. Finally opened one of 'em up this morning. It's not bad at all. Smoke is really mild (a bit too mild for my tastes, actually), but the room note is very pleasant.

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[jdto]

Enjoying some Mac Baren Golden Extra in my rescued Brigham Sportsman


http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i376/jdto1/POTD/IMG_0755.jpg

[conroygc]

Jack, what do you use to cover the bit on your pipes? Looks thinner than a softy bit.

[jdto]

Heat shrink wrap. I had a piece kicking around from when I modded some cables for my computer and it's the perfect size. I have ordered some softy bits to try, as well, so I'll be able to give a comparison at some point in the near future.

[conroygc]

Heat shrink wrap. I had a piece kicking around from when I modded some cables for my computer and it's the perfect size. I have ordered some softy bits to try, as well, so I'll be able to give a comparison at some point in the near future.

Oh cool. They look nicer than softy bits, but the softies make the pipe more comfortable to hold in your teeth, IMO. I'm curious to hear what you think once you've tried them out.

[nrdoty]

Oh cool. They look nicer than softy bits, but the softies make the pipe more comfortable to hold in your teeth, IMO. I'm curious to hear what you think once you've tried them out.I couldn't get away with heat shrink. A couple of my pipes have wider fishtail bits (~2cm) & I can't for the life of me keep them from gravitating towards my canines. I have to change the softy every dozen smokes or less cause I end up with a hole bored clean through them. I fear if I didn't use the bits my stems would look like my dogs got ahold of them.

[Blade Boy]

Smoking my first bowl of G.L. Pease's Maltese Falcon in my BC gourd Calabash...
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Stylish, dark and alluring. Generous quantities of Cyprian Latakia are blended with matured red Virginias, exotic orientals, and just a little bright flue-cured leaf to offer a deep, full-bodied yet silky smoke with an intriguing sweetness, enhanced by a discreet and mysterious spice. Maltese Falcon possesses an exquisite balance - a wonderful all-day English style mixture, I would give this one 5 stars.

[Price]

House to myself today, so fired up my first bowl of Frog Morton in the System 314. A very nice blend, but it's not going to knock Squadron Leader off as my favorite English. The P-Lip took a bit of getting used to. I don't exactly "dislike" it, but when I let the pipe hang a bit it puts smoke on the roof of my mouth right behind my teeth, and that area got a little raw. It'll just take some getting used to.
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[jdto]

Smoking my first bowl of G.L. Pease's Maltese Falcon in my BC gourd Calabash...
That pipe is so friggin cool!


House to myself today, so fired up my first bowl of Frog Morton in the System 314. A very nice blend, but it's not going to knock Squadron Leader off as my favorite English.
How does FM compare to SL? How do they differ? I might have to do a bit of my own comparing, but I wasn't planning to open my tin of FM just yet.

[Price]

How does FM compare to SL? How do they differ? I might have to do a bit of my own comparing, but I wasn't planning to open my tin of FM just yet.

I'm no connoisseur, and this was my first bowl of Frog Morton, but Squadron Leader is definiely a stronger blend, and I found it smoother, too. FM seems to have a higher latakia content I think. I liked the FM, and I'm looking forward to trying it out more, but to me SL just has the perfect taste & aroma.

[jdto]

Well, I really liked the SL last night, even though I had some trouble getting it to burn well (I packed a bit too tight in that Dublin, so by the time I got to the bottom, the tobacco was solid and I couldn't get any draw). I do like the smokiness of latakia, which reminds me of Islay Scotch. I'm sure I could find room in my cellar for both :)

[Price]

I'm sure I could find room in my cellar for both :)

Kinda what I'm thinking as well. :biggrin1:


I should also add that I had a bit of trouble with the FM, but the 314 is a smallish pipe. I'll give it a try in one of the wider bowls and see if that changes anything.

[jdto]

Mac Baren GE in my Brigham 4-dot Bent Volcano #484


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[Price]

Two bowls earlier...time for a nightcap! :w00t: Solani Silver in the Nording - still probably my favorite overall blend so far.

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[conroygc]

I opened my tin of SG FireDance tonight to try out in the Dr Grabow.

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However I didn't let the tobacco dry out long enough and I could barely even get it lit. So I unpacked the bowl and set the tobacco aside, then loaded up Sutliff's Charlemagne. This is the second time I've tried the Charlemange, and it's quite boring. Out of the tin it has a slight fig and raisin smell, very little flavor while smoking, and the room note...is a slight fig and raisin smell.

[jwhite]

Firedance is another flake I like to rub out fairly well. Its SG's best brown, topped with the blackberry liqueur and cognac.

[Mr. Scruffy]

Hal O The Wynd in my Savinelli Champagne 127

[du52]

Dr. Grabow Royal Duke, Highland Whiskey flavor from the local shop

[oc_in_fw]

Firedance is another flake I like to rub out fairly well. Its SG's best brown, topped with the blackberry liqueur and cognac.

are flakes easier to deal with when rubbed out?

[Price]

Same combo I had Thursday (BCF in the Shannon 999), this time with a photo for Garry:

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[Headcharge]

Squardron Leader in the morning....Frog Morton tonight. Both in the Boswell.

[nrdoty]

Yesterday afternoon I had some Cornell & Diehl Billy Budd in my Missouri Meerschaum - Missouri Pride corncob.

It's kinda a rough blend to me with the cigar leaf. Not too rough to enjoy, but I have to be in the mood for it.


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Later in the evening I had a big bowl of C&D Pirate Kake in my Spaniola's Pipes freehand plateau on a friends patio with some '12 Boulevard Rye-on-Rye .

[Blade Boy]

Esoterica's Dorchester in my no name Italian screw bottom sitter...
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I received this tin in a trade and was pleasantly surprised, it is smooth and mellow with a nice sweetness and none of the spicy, bite I have experienced with other Virginias/perique blends, recommended for you Va/Per lovers.

[Price]

I notice a certain "apocalyptic" theme running through your DVD collection there, Aaron.:blink:

[nrdoty]

Esoterica's Dorchester in my no name Italian screw bottom sitter...
I received this tin in a trade and was pleasantly surprised, it is smooth and mellow with a nice sweetness and non of the spicy, bite I have experienced with other Virginias/perique blends, recommended for you Va/Per lovers.

So some Dorchester & zombies?

I added it to my to-try list. I've liked any VaPer I've tried thus far & Esoterica Tobacciana has a good rep.

[Blade Boy]

I notice a certain "apocalyptic" theme running through your DVD collection there, Aaron.:blink:
Haha, yeah the picture was taken in front of a small section of my horror movie collection:death:, but I like comedy and sci-fi too.:a45::clown:

[jdto]

Mac Baren Golden Extra in my Petson System Standard #312 Ebony. Every time I smoke this pipe, I like it a bit more. And it was pretty nice the first time!


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[jwhite]

are flakes easier to deal with when rubbed out?
I think so different preparations yield different results and you can tailor things to your preference. With firedance I find rubbing it out provides a more even burn and the topping evolves better through the smoke.

[gaj90027]

Same combo I had Thursday (BCF in the Shannon 999), this time with a photo for Garry:

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Thank you sir!

I like it a lot!

[Blade Boy]

First bowl of Peterson's Old Dublin in my rustic Savinelli 320KS...
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OK smoke, needs more Latakia IMO.

[Price]

HOTW today in the SJ poker:

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[nrdoty]

HOTW today in the SJ pokerDarn you guys...Price in particular!:cursing: I'm in the process of getting two new pipes, but it's never enough!:sad: Right now a poker or pot are my favorite shapes that I don't own (well, there are the cobs...but those don't count). I would be fine with either one for now. And of course then there is the Xikar Pipeline...when does it end...

[Price]

Sorry Nick, just doing my part to fan the fire of AD. :whistling:

This has quickly become one of my favorite pipes, BTW, and the shape is a big part of that. Love love love it. It smokes great, plus I get a small enjoyment out of just setting it down on the table. (I'm a dork, I know.)

And yes, I am a big Xikar fan. I've got a couple cutters and a cigar lighter, plus I've bought a couple others as gifts, so it was only natural to go with a Xikar when I was looking for a pipe lighter. I really like the "Old Boy" style, and their warranty makes any Xikar purchase a no brainer.

:devil:

[nrdoty]

You just don't sound very sorry....


This has quickly become one of my favorite pipes, BTW, and the shape is a big part of that. Love love love it. It smokes great, plus I get a small enjoyment out of just setting it down on the table. (I'm a dork, I know.)Yeah a SJ is out of the range of what I am (or more likely what SWMBO is) currently willing to spend on a pipe. But I'm definitely going for a poker soon. Maybe I'll luck out & find an estate one in sweet condition.


And yes, I am a big Xikar fan. I've got a couple cutters and a cigar lighter, plus I've bought a couple others as gifts, so it was only natural to go with a Xikar when I was looking for a pipe lighter. I really like the "Old Boy" style, and their warranty makes any Xikar purchase a no brainer...I was a bit confused the first time I tried to light that style of lighter; but once I figured it out I really liked it. Plus I like the price a lot more than a Corona. I think the Pipeline will be my next "major" (for me) purchase.

[Price]

Yeah a SJ is out of the range of what I am (or more likely what SWMBO is) currently willing to spend on a pipe. But I'm definitely going for a poker soon. Maybe I'll luck out & find an estate one in sweet condition.

I got this one from Uhle's. They had it on the bay, and I got it for a ridiculously low number. I actually was looking at two SJ's at the same time, won this one and got the other one for just the opening bid. Both about what you'd expect to pay for a nice Peterson new. I probably should've bought a lottery ticket that day.

[Blade Boy]

I got this one from Uhle's. They had it on the bay, and I got it for a ridiculously low number. I actually was looking at two SJ's at the same time, won this one and got the other one for just the opening bid. Both about what you'd expect to pay for a nice Peterson new. I probably should've bought a lottery ticket that day.
That does sound like a stroke of luck :thumbup1:

[jdto]

Mac Baren Golden Extra in Brebbia Sabbiata Nera 623


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[Blade Boy]

Gawith & Hoggarth Coconut Twist in a no name mini meer...
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This was my first smoke of twist tobacco (also for chewing) and was pleasantly surprised by it.

[DC_MPA]

I live watching those meershaums tone.

Today was a Radice pipe filled with a bowl of McClelland Deep Hollow 2006.

[Price]

Here's the other. It's a Van Gogh Picta (09), today with Blue Mountain:

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[DC_MPA]

I love that pipe!


Mac Baren Golden Extra in Brebbia Sabbiata Nera 623


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[nrdoty]

I got this one from Uhle's. They had it on the bay, and I got it for a ridiculously low number. I actually was looking at two SJ's at the same time, won this one and got the other one for just the opening bid. Both about what you'd expect to pay for a nice Peterson new. I probably should've bought a lottery ticket that day.Very lucky indeed. I can neither confirm nor deny whether I have a poker headed my way right now...:shifty:

Not that I really need a new pipe at the moment, since yesterday I received a new (to me) Peterson Shannon 999. But I can justify the alleged poker since I'm not counting the 999 as my pipe purchase of the (insert vague time-frame just for the sake of breaking it). I say it doesn't count because I traded one of my lesser-used pipes for it.

Late last night I took the Shannon on a trial run with some P.Stokkebye Luxury Twist Flake while reading some E.A. Poe.

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[Price]

Very lucky indeed. I can neither confirm nor deny whether I have a poker headed my way right now...:shifty:

Not that I really need a new pipe at the moment, since yesterday I received a new (to me) Peterson Shannon 999. But I can justify the alleged poker since I'm not counting the 999 as my pipe purchase of the (insert vague time-frame just for the sake of breaking it). I say it doesn't count because I traded one of my lesser-used pipes for it.


I hereby absolve you of all guilt. Buy freely.

[gaj90027]

Mac Baren Golden Extra in Brebbia Sabbiata Nera 623


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I absolutely love this pipe and you must have bought the last remaining one in existence. I have searched every online vendor and the bay without luck. I've seen the other shapes available in this line but I want this one!!! If you ever get bored with it, please let me know :thumbup1:

[jdto]

Will do, Garry.

[oc_in_fw]

I smoked my first bowl in at least 10 years- Solani Silver Flake in a Missouri Meershum. Very nice flavor, and at first I didn't like the scent. After a minute or two it started to smell pretty good- kind of rich, for lack of a better word. Never got any tongue bite, and only once did the bowl get a bit too warm. I just slowed it down and all was okay. I had five relights, but I only allowed to air dry for 10 minutes after rubbing it out. I will rub some out a half hour before I leave work and smoke it on the way home. I will be driving, so I will get a better idea of smell (I smoked the first bowl outside). I cannot speak to any nicotine punch- I smoke a pack of cigarrettes a day, more or less, and am kind of immune to vitamin N. Overall, a good, relaxing experience. I don't know why I ever stopped smoking pipes.

[Blade Boy]

I smoked my first bowl in at least 10 years- Solani Silver Flake in a Missouri Meershum. Very nice flavor, and at first I didn't like the scent. After a minute or two it started to smell pretty good- kind of rich, for lack of a better word. Never got any tongue bite, and only once did the bowl get a bit too warm. I just slowed it down and all was okay. I had five relights, but I only allowed to air dry for 10 minutes after rubbing it out. I will rub some out a half hour before I leave work and smoke it on the way home. I will be driving, so I will get a better idea of smell (I smoked the first bowl outside). I cannot speak to any nicotine punch- I smoke a pack of cigarrettes a day, more or less, and am kind of immune to vitamin N. Overall, a good, relaxing experience. I don't know why I ever stopped smoking pipes.
Snuff a couple piles of Viking Dark and tell me how immune to nicotine you are :001_tt2: now if you could migrate away from the cigs you will be home free :wink2:

[jdto]

That's a very good point, OC. About time you wised up!

Tonight, 4noggins Weybridge in my Peterson Aran 80s

http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i376/jdto1/POTD/IMG_0800.jpg

[oc_in_fw]

Snuff a couple piles of Viking Dark and tell me how immune to nicotine you are :001_tt2: now if you could migrate away from the cigs you will be home free :wink2:
Actually, that name rings a bell. I was over at a buddy's about a year ago drinking and he broke the snuff out. Let's just say it opened the nasal passages right up :001_smile As to the cigarettes- yeah, I need to get away from them. $35 a week will build a nice collection of good tobacco.

[Blade Boy]

I absolutely love this pipe and you must have bought the last remaining one in existence. I have searched every online vendor and the bay without luck. I've seen the other shapes available in this line but I want this one!!! If you ever get bored with it, please let me know :thumbup1:
I probably shouldn't show you this but I will anyway, http://www.cupojoes.com/cgi-bin/spgm?dpt=W&srch=DW&item=breb601, oh but it doesn't have the square shank.

[oc_in_fw]

That's a very good point, OC. About time you wised up!

I made a good point? I must have missed it :001_smile Seriously I really like the looks of that Peterson Aran

[jdto]

I made a good point? I must have missed it :001_smile Seriously I really like the looks of that Peterson Aran
Thanks, it's a looker alright. Getting a bit of gurgling, but I understand that some Petes do that while breaking in.

As for a goods point, I was referring to you wondering why you stopped with pipes.

[Blade Boy]

Peter Stokkebye's B&B in my Fortnum's Windward...
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[gaj90027]

I probably shouldn't show you this but I will anyway, http://www.cupojoes.com/cgi-bin/spgm?dpt=W&srch=DW&item=breb601, oh but it doesn't have the square shank.

Ha ha - yes, I have tossed around the idea of picking that one up but it's not the same and I just know every time I look at it I will yearn even more for the one I really want!