Well I gave it a test drive with Dunhill Deluxe Navy Rolls which came straight from a freshly opened tin. Generally I dry the coins a bit prior to folding and stuffing but the width of the bowl chamber is large and the depth not so deep so I thought I'd try it and to my satisfaction it smoked dry and cool, there was a bit of wet dottle but nothing to fuss about, it should do well with properly prepared flakes and coins. The opening to the stem is rather skimpy but once the pipe cleaner finds the center it's a smooth run straight through, all in all a very happy camper. I also found myself staring at the birds eye on top of the bowl, mesmerizing.