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   reddazes
   

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   I sort of commandeered Penguin's little meer, but we went back to tobacco world today and I bought myself a K&P Peterson System Standard 303, rusticated ^_^ hehe, look at me talking all official and junk. ((like I actually know what I am talking about... I'm really just parroting Penguin.)) But I did learn what the System was today, and that 303 is the pipe shape. So I'm not too far behind. lol

   So yes, pictures and junk! Sorry if I do not have Penguin's talent for taking really nice pictures...

   
   
   
   
   

   ((that last one is my favorite! hehe))

   I christened it today with J.D.Whiskey, ^_^ I have been wanting to try it and it seemed like a good time.

   So now the slow process of breaking it in and being careful not to ruin it.

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   Very nice pick up .

   “There was an awful suspicion in my mind that I'd finally gone over the hump, and the worst thing about it was that I didn't feel tragic at all, but only weary, and sort of comfortably detached.”

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   Great looking pipe. I hope it smokes well for you.

   Do not meddle in the affairs of dragons, for you are small and crunchy and taste good with ketchup.

   Posted 1 year ago #
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   That is a good looking pipe! Enjoy the breaking in process!

   Mason jars and bale top jars, mason jars and bale top jars.... that is all!
   
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   Very nice for sure. It's a PETERSON!!!!!

   If at first you don't succeed you are running about average.

   Posted 1 year ago #
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   I want a peterson system like that.

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   Congratulations Red,
   Very nice pickup.
   If you have questions, don't be shy.
   What method are you going to use to break it in.
   Full pipe or half fill?
   This is going to be fun!

   Oh yeah: Go Raymond!!!!!!
   Sorry couldn't control myself.

   
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   That particular Peterson makes for a very nice cool smoke,particularly because the dimples sort of act as cooling fins.Excellent choice.I'm jealous with envy!Now you have bragging rights.

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   Congratulations on your first official pipe Red. It looks great. Enjoy smoking it.

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    Great grab!

    Why does it seem that todays youth has added lead paintchips to their daily diet!?!

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    Nice looking pipe and a great first pipe. Is it easy to clench in your teeth all day or is it a little heavy?

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    wtg red, I am sure you will love it

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    Very nice pipe. You're making me want a new one now. Enjoy!!!

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    Nice looking pipe Red, it'll give you years of pleasure I am sure.

    "A pipe gives a wise man time to think and a fool something to stick in his mouth." - C.S. Lewis

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    First pipe purchase Peterson. Way to go. Enjoy and thanks for sharing the pics!

    Pics of my pipes & stuff: http://photobucket.com/menckenite

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    pstlpkr "What method are you going to use to break it in."

    I am using the half bowl for the first few smokes. I had the link somewhere for how to break in a pipe but I can't seem to find it, so I'm going off of Penguin's advice.

    ohin3 "Is it easy to clench in your teeth all day or is it a little heavy?"

    It's a bit heavy for me to hold in my teeth for too long. I can for a bit, but my jaw is wonky anyway, so even the really light pipes make it hurt if I don't use my hands. But I don't mind, it's a fun pipe to hold. ^_^

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    Congratulations Red. A nice looking Pete indeed.

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    Nice pipe! And a sensible first purchase, if you ask me. I'm sure it'll smoke cool and dry, and be a very comfortable smoke.
    (I like the military style mount too! Simplicity.)

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    as if I could kill time without injuring eternity. -- Thoreau

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    Can we get a pic of you smoking it in style?

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    http://deniskitchen.com/docs/bios/bio.mammy.jpg

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    BAD UNCLE !!! BAD ! BAD!

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    Good pickup, Reddazes.

    One very impressive thing is that you got a proper sized pipe. All the pipes I've seen that were labeled as "ladies" pipes made me wonder why women aren't supposed to smoke and enjoy the same sized bowlful a man does.

    Congratulations on getting down to business instead of getting something dainty.

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    Nice pick up Red!

    I am glad to see that you are really enjoying smoking pipes!

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    When the People Fear the Government, There is Tyranny." - Thomas Jefferson

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    A very fine pipe. I'm glad you hear more from you.

    "Nothing worth having comes without some kind of fight. Gotta kick at the darkness till it bleeds daylight!"

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    The Peterson System 303 (although not rustic) was my first real pipe too. The system works really well although you have to make sure to clean it properly as it really collects stuff in there. I use some very strong clear booze and q-tips for the system-part.

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    Thanks Juni! I've been cleaning it with pipe cleaners so far, but I was wondering how to give it a really good clean when I need to!

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    Just received my 1st pipe from Pipes and Cigars.
    A Dr Grabow Omega Bent with the Stand by Me pipe tobacco sampler.
    English Luxury, Optimum, Perfection, Virginia Long Cut, Captain Black
    and Mac Baren 7 Seas Royal Blend.

    Any suggestions on which to try first ?

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    English Luxury!

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    Lawrence
    

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    Itrav3nw00d,
    If I can untie my fingers after typing your "handle", I have to say yes definitely try one first.

    Seriously, depending on your experience either the English Luxury, or the 7 Seas Royal.
    If you opt for the Royal let it dry a little before you stuff and puff. It is a little moist, but very good. It grows on you, a good "go to" smoke.

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    English Luxury it was ! Need to get a pipe lighter. I nearly went thru a
    whole box of matches

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    Sounds like a packing issue.

    I don't know how much experience you have at our beloved hobby. I have been smoking a pipe for 35+ years, and I learned a gem or two from the following.

    These may help: Bob did an excellent job.

    Pipe Packing Methods Part 1

    Pipe Packing Methods Part 2 (videos)

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    I envy you who get to try new tobaccos like 7 Seas :(. We never get anything over here. Maybe I should have my mother-in-law who lives in SC do some shopping for me.

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    Have her hide a tin inside a Christmas fruit cake.

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    She does send us a huge package of candy and stuff you can't get over here around xmas time. Maybe inside a bag of reese's pieces.

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    I have zero experience with this hobby, but I did watch this video
    Tobaq FAQ #1 "So You Want to Smoke a Pipe, eh?"

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    Hey ltrav3nw00d. O.o... wow that is interesting to type. Glad to see I'm not the only novice hanging around! ^_^ Curious as to how you liked the English Luxury?

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    I like the English Luxury that I bought from PipesAndCigars.com. I ordered their
    Stand by Me sampler bag. I also ordered 3 tins of the MacBaren 7 Seas Royal Blend.
    I like the M7SRB but I think I bought too much for my first purchase. I didnt realize that pipe tobacco is bulky to its weight !

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    I am still looking for a really aromatic blend that has a good room smell. Others have suggested Prince Albert and Half&Half. Check out tobaccoreviews.com , they really didnt like the current blend

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    Very nice. Congratulations on your first pipe

    As long as I got a pipe full of baccy and a nose full of snuff, I'm a happy camper
    Cigarettes are an addiction, cigars are a hobby, pipes are a religion

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