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Freehands Are Passe?
[Rant Mode] I was told today by a retailer with whom I was hoping to do business that Danish freehand pipes were big in the 1970s but are "no longer in vogue" and have little value in the market. The person also said that it takes far greater skill to carve conventional, traditional shapes than... -
H&H El Nino
I bought a tin on a whim, adding it to an order of Cerberus. The first bowl put it on my rotation, and by the end of the first tin, it was at the top. It is difficult to classify. It tastes rather like a slightly mild Balkan, but according to the tin, contains no Latakia - toasted Virginias...- oldmojo
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- Forum: Pipe Tobacco Reviews
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Essence of Burley?
I have yet to explore the burley side. I am wondering about the flavor essence of burley blends in general. Latakia is heavy and smoky, Orientals are spicy, Virginias sweet, Perique peppery. So how would you describe burley flavor in a few words?- oldmojo
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- Forum: Pipe Tobacco Discussion
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Dunhill substitutes?
I have read that Dunhill will soon no longer be available in the US. 965 and London mixture are high on my favorites list. Any suggestions for close matches for either from other sources?- oldmojo
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- Forum: Pipe Tobacco Reviews
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Tasty English/Balkan alternative?
I have been back into pipe smoking for only a few months, and have found a few blends that I really enjoy - Black House, Scottish Woods, 965, London mixture, Across the Pond, Plum Pudding. Occasionally, a lingering mud of Latakia sticks in my craw, and I find myself wishing for something...- oldmojo
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Danish Freehands
So, I've been searching the internet, including this forum, for a definition of the Danish Freehand style. I found a discussion here which unfortunately ended two years ago, and I can't figure out how to get to it while logged in. Several opinions and points were included in the discussion, but...