Gentlemen,
I'm wondering about cobs. What makes them so appealing? What are the benefits? What are the drawbacks? Are there distinct differences between a cob and a briar pipe in how they smoke? If so, what are they?
When buying a cob do you prefer a natural or lacquered finish? Why? What are the benefits and drawbacks to each? Are there particular models that you prefer? The Missouri Meerschaum Country Gentlemen seems to get a lot of praise. Has anyone tried a Freehand? How do you feel about them or cobs in general?
I'm wondering about cobs. What makes them so appealing? What are the benefits? What are the drawbacks? Are there distinct differences between a cob and a briar pipe in how they smoke? If so, what are they?
When buying a cob do you prefer a natural or lacquered finish? Why? What are the benefits and drawbacks to each? Are there particular models that you prefer? The Missouri Meerschaum Country Gentlemen seems to get a lot of praise. Has anyone tried a Freehand? How do you feel about them or cobs in general?