I can hardly contain my excitement for my new pipe to arrive. I have been dreaming about a new pipe for a long time and searching all over the place, covering many makes, models, and options. I tried to keep in mind that the pipe should speak to you. After several that I really appreciated, this one just stuck out as my next pipe. I had a bunch of OT at work and was able to purchase this and several tins to try out. I do have to say that my recently gifted Stonehaven from sablebrush will be the first smoke.