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    Cult Blood Red Moon

    Russ I appreciate you piping in. It bothers me when others, especially respected members, speak with authority on something they really do not understand.
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    Gurkha pipe tobacco

    I know about Gurkha cigars, their reputation and methods. In fact my question about their pipe tobacco stems from the dubious nature of Gurkha's cigar line. Russ commenting on his formulating the East Indian line gives credit to the idea that Gurkha did something right here. The question...
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    Gurkha pipe tobacco

    I understand Sutliff is the maker but did not know you, Russ, formulated the East Indian line of blends. Russ do you know who was responsible for blending the other Gurkha line? Any other thoughts or impressions on the pipe tobaccos? PS My thanks to Russ, Sablebrush52 and others for posting...
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    Muttonchop's Blend Club

    Here we see the pipe smoker in his most natural habitat. Notice the group over there huddled for warmth and protection. Ah and to your right you will see and example of pipelonersmokicus. He is all alone grumpy and sullen Oh my if you look to your left there is pipamommaca taking care of the...
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    Gurkha pipe tobacco

    Hi Any thoughts or reviews on MacBaren owned Sutliff creation..... Gurkha pipe tobaccos? I know Gurkha has a dubious reputation as a cigar manufacturer but was curious if the blends' have a better reputation. Did MacBaren play a role in the blends' creation? Or am I mistaken about the...
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    John Cotton's Nos. 1 & 2 Medium

    Hi There is a big difference between John Cotton 1 and John Cotton 1&2. John Cotton 1 finds the Virginia tobacco in the forefront with a clear presentation of the Oriental addition as well. To my palate the Latakia, while there is less forward than JC 1&2 more condiment nicely blended with...
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    How Are Stanwell Pipes?

    Hi Try looking at Cigarbid's new Pipe and Pipe Tobacco section. There are a number of Stanwell pipes and others. If you enjoy Lane bulk RPL6, MV-1000,HG-2000 etc,they sell from around 11-15 dollars a pd. If you are into Captain Black and such 10-20 dollars for a 12 ounce can is typical...
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    Stanwell Hans Christian Andersen pipes

    You can sometimes find Stanwell Hans Christian Andersen pipes on Cigarbid's new Pipe and Pipe Tobacco category for around 50-70 and other pipes as well. If you enjoy Lane bulk RPL6, MV-1000,HG-2000 etc., they sell from around 11-15 dollars a pd. If you are into Captain Black and such 10-20 for a...
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    Stanwell Brushed Brown Pipes $19 Pipesandcigars.com

    I should add they have other higher priced pipes that typically sell between 20 to 30 dollars. Among the nicest ones I have seen are Stanwell Hans Christian Andersen (50-70) and pipe of the year (40-50).
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    Stanwell Brushed Brown Pipes $19 Pipesandcigars.com

    Cigarbid's new Pipe and Pipe Tobacco section has these pipes selling as low as 10 to 25 dollars on a weekly basis.
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    Has anyone ordered a pipe from S. Yanik's website?

    If you want a Yanik pipe go to eBay. The key difference is to wait for his sales where pipes listed at 100s of dollars start at around 1.00. You can acquire them then typically from 35-80.Yanik can be a bit temperamental as well so be cautious.
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    My Little S. Yanik Meerschaum

    Nice pipe!!! Yanik does a good job. The key is to wait until he has his sales where pipes listed at 100s of dollars start at around 1.00. You can typically get them then from 35-80.For best results place them on your watch list and bid on those you like that are in your price range near...
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    Any John Bull English Fans here?

    Hi Yes I have tried and enjoyed John Bull English quite a bit. One thing that makes this blend unique is how Burley forward it is. Latakia is present though the nutty earthy Burley is even more forward than expected. Some call this a good English pipe tobacco for beginners, being lighter on...
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    Pipes and Pipe Tobacco Auction 24/7 All Year

    Hi I am making a broader announcement that Cigarbid.com now has an auction section , "Pipes and Pipe Tobacco" , devoted to pipe smoking products. They rotate in some of the same products from week to week with the new additions (It is good to check in each day for additional items being...
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    Samuel Gawith Tobacco's

    Hi I just tried a few unique and wonderful tobacco blends under the label Captain Black. From White, Dark,Copper,Grape to Royal each blend is a delightful testament to the incredible quality of CB tobacco and the skill of the blending master, a perfect marriage equaled by few surpassed by...
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    Your Most Expensive Pipe?

    Hi I am not sure but my Randy Wiley Ovation W5 (Wiley Ovation pipes are actually graded;W5 is the highest grade of all) might be the most expensive of the lot.
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    Randy Wiley or Nording

    Sorry the thread truncates my post and does not allow me to go further.
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    Randy Wiley or Nording

    Hi I am sure your decision has long sense been made however for the sake of future readers I will throw in a few thoughts. One of my favorite styles of pipe is the freehand. As a result,I own a good number of Nordings and Wiley pipes. Both pipes brands are generally solid good smokers with a...
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    Randy Wiley or Nording

    Hi I am sure your decision has long sense been made however for the sake of future readers I will throw in a few thoughts. One of my favorite styles of pipe is the freehand. As a result,I own a good number of Nordings and Wiley pipes. Both pipes brands are generally solid good smokers with a...
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    Randy Wiley Pipes

    Hi I own a number of Randy Wiley pipes and recommend his offerings. Some make mention that Wiley makes large pipes. No doubt he does but to those who have been around Randy's creations one can find lighter smaller varieties. His Galleon line for example has a number of moderately sized...