I have one current production era Dunhill Rig grain and if compared to my few Castellos I can only say this one does not smoke any worse than those castellos,
Beauty is all in the eyes of the beholder!I still wonder what are those rough looking pieces of pipes which in America are called as Custom pipes,,
Ben88,
That's an interesting dilemma.
The price point for high-end pipes and most artisan made pipes keep me out of the game. While I could occasionally afford such an investment, I use my pipes and I work them pretty hard. Honestly, I don't want a pipe that is so valuable that I am afraid to smoke it for fear of damaging it
As much as I enjoy looking at the fantastic pipes being made these days, I wouldn't buy an artesian. I'm too rough on my pipes, and I won't buy something I won't use.
The dirty, damaged, well caked pipes truly make me smile.I'm in the same camp. I appreciate the craftmanship of beautiful pipes but I'd rather smoke something I don't have to fuss over. Plus I'm fond of the look of old battered pipes that look like they've been through war. They have their own special beauty.
I treat my artisans just like any other pipe. They go into my shirt pocket then off to work, camping, hiking, fishing, or whatever other adventure my kids take me on.I appreciate the craftmanship of beautiful pipes but I'd rather smoke something I don't have to fuss over
Beautiful pipe afterwards, but alas yes that makes me sad..... But all good things must come to an end.....