Hobies temp question made me think of this topic. One thing I've noticed, at least for me is that different pipe brands tend to break in differently. My Upshall's all smoked very hot at first but then when they were broken in, they are wonderful. My early Dunhill's (70's and 80's era) all smoked wet and hot, where as everything I have from about 95 on all smoke like a dream from the start, no noticeable break in. Personally, I won't buy anything made before 2000 from them any more. The Italians are similar. My Ser Jacopo's are all over the board, some smoke hot and wet, others are smoother where as the Castellos are awesome right out of the gate. Newer Caminettos I think look cheaper but they smoke like a dream.
Have you noticed any brand specific break in/smoking qualities?
Have you noticed any brand specific break in/smoking qualities?