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Python commented on the blog post Routine Tobacco Pipe Cleaning (With Videos) 9 months, 3 weeks ago
Steve,
You may need to apply some wax to the bowl and buff it with a buffer to get the shine completely back and uniform. -
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Python wrote a new blog post: G.L. Pease JackKnife Plug - Pipe Tobacco Review 10 months ago
By Bob TateThe tin aroma of this blend is a nice sweet and tangy smell that tickled the nose some. For this review I decided to mix the cut of the tobacco up. I shaved some of the tobacco off of the plug into a very fine ribbon cut and then I cut off a [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Scotty’s Bulk Blends English Stout - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 10 months, 3 weeks ago
By Bob TateThe pouch aroma of this blend is very smoky with quite a bit of a woody aroma as well. The Latakia in this blend is heavy. This blend is predominately black with a few specks of brown here and there. The moisture level feels like it is one the moist side, but it [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Scotty’s Bulk Blends English Stout - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 10 months, 3 weeks ago
Thanks Lawrence.
Don’t mistake the chocolate that I was detecting as a flavoring, it is not. It is just a characteristic of the tobacco in the blend. -
Python wrote a new blog post: Gawith, Hoggarth, & Co. Bob’s Chocolate Flake - Pipe Tobacco Review 10 months, 4 weeks ago
By Bob TateThe tobacco that I smoked for this review is from a 500g bulk box. I have also smoked this blend in the tinned version and it tastes and smells exactly the same. The only difference is that the flakes are much longer in the bulk version than it is in the tinned version. [...]
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Cowboycurt and Python are now friends 11 months ago
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Python commented on the blog post Pipe Tobacco Storage 11 months ago
Sean,
You could store them that way, but there may be some cross contamination between the blends as they could absorb each others aromas/flavors.
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As far as my favorite blend, I don’t really have just one. I love variety and I have quite a few different favorites. -
Python wrote a new blog post: Sir Walter Raleigh Regular - Pipe Tobacco Review 11 months ago
By Bob TateThe pouch aroma of this blend is a rich and tangy straight tobacco aroma. There are no other aromas present that I am detecting. It actually smells a lot like cigarette tobacco. The moisture content is a tad bit on the dry side and is perfect for smoking right away. This blend is [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Sir Walter Raleigh Regular - Pipe Tobacco Review 11 months ago
Like I said in the review; I have no idea why this blend affected me so negatively. It could have been a bad pouch I suppose. But for whatever the reason, I did not enjoy it at all. It actually surprised me a bit because I have smoked other ‘Drug Store’ blends such as Carter [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Gawith, Hoggarth & Co. Top Black Cherry Tobacco Review 11 months ago
Great review Kevin! This is a very good blend that I enjoy from time to time. I like it quite a bit and I think that it is one of the best cherry blends made.
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@ lordnoble
I can’t speak for Kevin, but in my experience with this blend, it does ghost the pipe some. Between the [...] -
Python wrote a new blog post: Pipes or Tobacco – What’s Your Passion? 11 months, 1 week ago
By Bob TatePipes and Tobacco. Tobacco and Pipes. You can’t really have one without the other to enjoy all of the pleasures that pipe smoking has to offer. There are some exceptions when it comes to pipes though, as I know of people who don’t really smoke their pipes and just buy them for the [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Pipes or Tobacco – What’s Your Passion? 11 months, 1 week ago
Great comments everyone! Reading everyone’s different perspective is really interesting and enlightening as to why each person favors one or the other, or if they even do favor one or the other.
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@ dustyz
You bring up a great point and explanation for the differences in limitations. I was not really trying to say carvers are less [...] -
Python commented on the blog post Pipe Tobacco Storage 11 months, 2 weeks ago
To be honest, I really don’t know. I wouldn’t imagine that it was have an affect on the tobacco, but I can’t say one way or the other.
But if you are unsure, it is better to be safe than sorry. Mason jars are relatively cheap and they also sell replacement lids that you can use. -
Python commented on the blog post Pipe Tobacco Storage 11 months, 2 weeks ago
To be honest, I really don’t know. This would be a good question to submit to our Ask G.L. Pease column. Maybe he can give a definitive answer.
I wouldn’t imagine that it would have an affect on the tobacco, but I can’t say one way or the other.
But if you are unsure, it is better [...] -
Python commented on the blog post Erinmore Mixture - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 11 months, 2 weeks ago
@ Kevin
Yes, your summation is accurate. While I didn’t really dig this blend too much, that doesn’t mean that it is a bad blend. We are not going to love every single blend that we smoke whether it is a high quality blend or not. Some people may really like it and should try it [...] -
Python wrote a new blog post: Erinmore Mixture - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 11 months, 2 weeks ago
By Bob TateThis is a recent and current Orlik produced tin.
The tin aroma is sweet tobacco with a fruity type essence. It smells familiar, but I can not place it. It kind of reminds me of a tropical fruitiness. The moisture level is a bit on the moist side. I recommend some drying time before [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Pipe Smoking Tips 11 months, 3 weeks ago
To avoid excessive moisture during smoking, you can try to dry out the tobacco some before loading it into the pipe. Just lay some of the tobacco out on a plate or paper towel for awhile to dry it out before smoking.
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Sometimes the engineering of the pipe can cause moisture to build up while you [...] -
Python commented on the blog post Orlik Golden Sliced Tobacco Review 11 months, 3 weeks ago
Great review Kevin.
One question that I’m sure a lot of people are wondering is; does it taste the same in the pouch as it does in the tin?
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Python wrote a new blog post: How to Prepare Cake Pipe Tobacco 1 year ago
By Bob TateIn this article I am going to show how to prepare cake pipe tobacco in the included video. But first I am going to explain a little bit about what cake tobacco is.
Cake is another form that tobacco blends sometimes come in. They are sometimes spelled with a ‘K’ such as Kake or [...]
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Rlrideoutjr and Python are now friends 1 year ago
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Python commented on the blog post 2011 U.S. National Slow Smoking Championships 1 year ago
Good times!
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Last year Reggie Stevens was first out. I see that he made a great come back and placed second this year.
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Stephen Van Puyvelde is very consistent. Last year he placed second and this year he was third.
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Way to go Doc, Reggie, and Stephen.
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Great job to Bubba for doing so well in his first competition! -
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Python commented on the blog post Peterson Old Dublin - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 1 year ago
As far as I know, there is no alcohol or liquor used in this blend.
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Python commented on the blog post Mac Baren HH Highland Blend - Pipe Tobacco Review 1 year ago
I’m glad that you guys enjoyed the review!
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Cortez, I would suggest that you give Highland Blend a try. Even though I know that you do not like Latakia, I think that you might enjoy this blend. Especially since you seem to be enjoying more aromatics these days. The Latakia is subtle and not ‘in-your-face’ in [...] -
Python wrote a new blog post: Mac Baren HH Highland Blend - Pipe Tobacco Review 1 year ago
By Bob TateAs some of you may already know, HH Highland Blend is based off of an old blend that Mac Baren used to produce called Highland Mixture. They tweaked and re-worked the recipe and re-named it HH Highland Blend. You can read more about it in Kevin’s article and review – New Mac Baren [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Premium Tobacco Association Calls Proposed Smoking Ban ‘Unnecessary’ 1 year ago
I have come to believe that Maryland is now getting to be worse than California and New York. I have come to loathe this state.
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Python commented on the blog post Mood & Environment While Smoking @ Pipe Shows 1 year ago
This is a great article and is spot on Kevin!
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I know that almost everything that I smoke when we are at pipe shows tastes better than normal. This is a good and bad thing though :-).
It is bad because blends that I have smoked at shows never really taste the same when I smoke [...] -
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Python wrote a new blog post: How to Prepare Plug Pipe Tobacco 1 year, 1 month ago
By Bob TatePlug pipe tobacco is another form of tobacco that needs to be prepared and cut before it is able to be smoked. It is another form of tobacco that can seem intimidating to prepare, but once you know how to do it, it is really quite simple. Plug tobacco is basically large pieces [...]
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Python commented on the blog post How to Prepare Plug Pipe Tobacco 1 year, 1 month ago
I am glad that you all enjoyed the article and that it is helping some of you.
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Python wrote a new blog post: Capt. Earle’s Honor Blend - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 1 year, 1 month ago
By Bob TateThe tin aroma is rich, sweet, and slightly earthy with hints of plum to it. There is also a kind of fruitiness to it that reminds me of wine. I cut off some of the tobacco and rubbed it out. After it was rubbed out, the aroma changed a bit. The sweet and [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Hearth & Home Lakeland Brickle Tobacco Review 1 year, 1 month ago
Great review Kevin!
I can’t wait to open my package and try this blend.
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Python commented on the blog post Routine Tobacco Pipe Cleaning (With Videos) 1 year, 1 month ago
There are quite a few states that do not allow the sale of grain alcohol. I prefer it because of the high alcohol content and the lack of flavor from it. You can definitely use Bacardi 151 when cleaning your pipes, there may be a flavor from the rum for the first couple of smokes [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: How to Prepare Rope & Twist Pipe Tobacco 1 year, 1 month ago
By Bob TateRope tobacco, also known as Twist tobacco, is tobaccos that are spun together to form a ‘rope’ of tobacco. This process is done almost entirely by hand. Sometimes the ropes are cooked under pressure, and other times they are not. It all depends on how strong that particular blend is meant to be. [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Lovin’ Latakia 1 year, 1 month ago
Another great educational article Russ!
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Python commented on the blog post Apple Pie & Hot Dogs Are Now Against The Law 1 year, 1 month ago
assaad said: this also applies to smoking bans in my opinion; if I am out in a nice restaurant I wouldn’t want to smell cigarette smoke while I eat…
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Once again you miss the point. While I agree with you that I prefer not to have smoke around me while I am eating, the government has [...] -
Python commented on the blog post Apple Pie & Hot Dogs Are Now Against The Law 1 year, 1 month ago
assaad said: but in defense of law makers I would have to say that they do have a very necessary role. I think that many people are unable to make decisions for themselves because many people, sad to say, are not very bright.
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It is called survival of the fittest. In days gone by, if you [...] -
Python commented on the blog post Apple Pie & Hot Dogs Are Now Against The Law 1 year, 1 month ago
A great article Carter that hits the nail right on the head. People need to understand that it is about liberty and freedom to make ones own choices that are being taken away from us.
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Python commented on the blog post Affordable Luxury 1 year, 1 month ago
An excellent article Greg! You did a great job in comparing the per bowel cost to other things that people may buy without even questioning the cost of those items.
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Something that I would like to add is that memories are priceless. Sometimes people buy these things to remember a particular time, place, or event that [...] -
Python commented on the blog post Affordable Luxury 1 year, 1 month ago
An excellent article Greg! You did a great job in comparing the per bowl cost to other things that people may buy without even questioning the cost of those items.
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Something that I would like to add is that memories are priceless. Sometimes people buy these things to remember a particular time, place, or event that [...] -
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Python commented on the blog post The Mystery of Balkan Blends 1 year, 1 month ago
UPDATE:
I have received an E-Mail from Mary McNiel from McClelland Tobacco. After reading the article she said that her comment to the last question did not come out as she had intended it to. I am posting what she said in her E-Mail so that everyone can read it and see what she really meant.
Mary [...]
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Python commented on the blog post The Mystery of Balkan Blends 1 year, 1 month ago
UPDATE:
I have received an E-Mail from Mary McNiel from McClelland Tobacco. After reading the article she said that her comment to the last question did not come out as she had intended it to. I am posting what she said in her E-Mail so that everyone can read it and see what she really meant.
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Python commented on the blog post The Mystery of Balkan Blends 1 year, 1 month ago
@ Cortezattic
LOL. It is very confusing and I think it may be more than a 3 bowl problem
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Python commented on the blog post The Mystery of Balkan Blends 1 year, 1 month ago
@ Rafael
A geographical map may not be so important to describe what a particular style of blend is, but it really depends on certain things.
In the case of a Balkan Blend; it SEEMS that the term and style of that kind of blend alludes to the usage of Oriental tobaccos and quite frequently the use [...] -
Python commented on the blog post The Mystery of Balkan Blends 1 year, 1 month ago
@ Jack Temkin
Like you said and as the information in my article concludes; it seems that everyone does use the term as they please without any definitive definition for it. The problem with that is; if everyone has a different definition for a certain term, then the term would really be meaningless because no one [...] -
Python commented on the blog post The Mystery of Balkan Blends 1 year, 1 month ago
@ William
As G.L. Pease stated in his article; it seems that the term Balkan came about being used from the blend Balkan Sobranie and that the term Balkan Blend started to be widely used sometime in the 80’s or 90’s. I do not know the proportional mix of it, but I believe that it contained [...] -
Python commented on the blog post The Mystery of Balkan Blends 1 year, 1 month ago
I’m glad that everyone enjoyed the article! There are some great discussion points being brought up and I have responded to a few of them in the following posts.
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Python wrote a new blog post: The Mystery of Balkan Blends 1 year, 2 months ago
By Bob TateBalkan Blend. That term is very mysterious.
Is there really such a thing?
If there is, what is it?
What distinguishes a blend as a Balkan Blend?
These and many other questions arise from the mysterious term of Balkan Blend. This is one of the most debated and discussed subjects amongst pipe smokers when talking about blend [...] -
Wryobreucht and Python are now friends 1 year, 2 months ago
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Python commented on the blog post St. Louis Pipe Show 2011 Report 1 year, 2 months ago
Another great article with lots of great photos!
I wish that I was there!
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Python wrote a new blog post: Hearth & Home Rolando’s Own - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 1 year, 2 months ago
By Bob Tate
The pouch aroma of this blend reminds me of dry grass/hay with some sweetness and a noticeable amount of spiciness. I detect some tang to it as well. It smells quite nice. The moisture content is perfect for smoking right away. I loaded up my pipe and proceeded to the charring light.
On the [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: English Blends and Latakia Blends - One in the Same? 1 year, 2 months ago
By Bob TateSome of you may know from reading my articles, reviews, and from discussions in our forums, that I normally use the term ‘Latakia Blend(s)’ and not ‘English Blend(s)’ when I am talking about a blend that contains Latakia tobacco. The reason why I don’t like to use the term English Blend when associating [...]
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Python commented on the blog post English Blends and Latakia Blends - One in the Same? 1 year, 2 months ago
I am glad that you all have enjoyed reading this article and that it is promoting some discussion about this subject.
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I do agree that it is tricky to place globalized terms to blends and to be honest, I never use the term English Blend to describe blends made in the UK or American Blend to [...] -
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Python commented on the blog post A Few Pipe Lighter Reviews 1 year, 2 months ago
Marg, Sorry to hear about your fathers affliction. I wish that I had a recommendation on a lighter, but the fact of the matter is that there is going to be a mechanism for lighting on every lighter, especially the disposable lighters that are mandated to have a child safety device installed on them.
The only [...]
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Python commented on the blog post A Few Pipe Lighter Reviews 1 year, 2 months ago
jsmith, I am glad that you found a dependable lighter. Just be warned that torch/jet lighters can damage your pipe beyond repair if you are not careful. That is why I never recommend using them on pipes.
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Python wrote a new blog post: Capt. Earle’s Ten Russians - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 1 year, 2 months ago
By Bob TateThe tin aroma of this blend is sweet, smoky, earthy, and with a hint of tanginess. It smells very good. The moisture level is perfect for smoking right away with no drying time needed. This tobacco comes in cake form. Using a sharp knife, I shaved off some of the tobacco from the [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Evolution of Pipe Smokers? 1 year, 2 months ago
Great comments and discussion everyone!
I admit that most pipe smokers tastes in tobacco do evolve in some way over time, but that is using the word evolve in its proper context. I agree that we all evolve in some form or another. Even with our choices in pipes. A lot of pipe smokers tend to [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Evolution of Pipe Smokers? 1 year, 2 months ago
Great comments and discussion everyone!
&nspb;
I admit that most pipe smokers tastes in tobacco do evolve in some way over time, but that is using the word evolve in its proper context. I agree that we all evolve in some form or another. Even with our choices in pipes. A lot of pipe smokers tend to [...] -
Python wrote a new blog post: Evolution of Pipe Smokers? 1 year, 2 months ago
By Bob TateIn the years that I have been involved with pipe smoking, I have heard and read numerous things from pipe smokers that I do not agree with or just doesn’t make any sense to me. One of the things that I continually see and hear is that pipe smokers evolve over time in [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Tobacco Users Must Unite! 1 year, 2 months ago
Rick,
Most RYO cigarette tobacco is chemical free and natural.
While I do agree with you that there is a major difference between pipe tobacco and cigars vs most mass produced cigarette tobacco, and your analogy of the burger vs steak is a good one, I still do not think that you get the point that I [...] -
Python wrote a new blog post: Tobacco Users Must Unite! 1 year, 3 months ago
By Bob TateThis is not a new article, it is part of a previous article that I have written. I am revisiting it here because I think that it deserves a spot by itself without rehashing the tax article that it originally appeared in. I re-published this part of it with some small revisions.
I am [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Cornell & Diehl #107 Haunted Bookshop - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 1 year, 3 months ago
By Bob TateThe pouch aroma is a nice straight forward tobacco smell with a light hint of tanginess. The moisture content is perfect for smoking right away with no drying time needed. The cut of this blend is rough, coarse, and chunky. I loaded the pipe using the Three Step Method and proceeded to the [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Luciano Pipes - A Brief History and Review 1 year, 3 months ago
I also love the looks of the 2011 POY.
Thanks for the compliments about my pipe. You can have a Luciano Bulldog too. Next time you are going to buy a pipe just check out the available Luciano pipes and pick one up!
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Python wrote a new blog post: Luciano Pipes - A Brief History and Review 1 year, 3 months ago
By Bob TateLuciano (pronounced: Lu-chee-ah-no) pipes are made in Italy and are the creation of Luca Di Piazza, owner of NeatPipes. Luca wanted to create a high quality line of pipes that would be affordable to all pipe smokers. In the beginning months of 2007, he set to work making the first pipes that would [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Pipe Tobacco Storage 1 year, 3 months ago
Lukas, I do not add anything to the jars when I close them up. If the containers are airtight, they will not lose moisture and will be fine.
By adding extra moisture to the container, it could cause mold to grow over time from it being too moist.
I do sometimes use the small humidifying disks when [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Routine Tobacco Pipe Cleaning (With Videos) 1 year, 3 months ago
You will have to buff it with carnuba wax to try and restore the shine to it.
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Python commented on the blog post Pipe Tobacco Storage 1 year, 3 months ago
As long as they are airtight, they should work fine. The problem with using plastic is that plastic absorbs odors, so it might be a problem re-using the jars for different blends.
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Python commented on the blog post Pipe Tobacco Storage 1 year, 3 months ago
Vacuum sealing can be done if you desire to do it. The main problem with it is that the tobacco will probably not age correctly. You need some air inside of the container to promote proper aging.
Another thing is that I find it an unnecessary step. You do not have to vacuum seal the containers. [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: How to Ream a Tobacco Pipe 1 year, 4 months ago
By Bob TateAlthough this article is ultimately going to explain and show how to ream your tobacco pipes, I thought that I would first talk a little bit about cake. After all, you won’t be reaming your pipe if there is no cake to ream. Cake is the carbon build up that occurs in the [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Routine Tobacco Pipe Cleaning (With Videos) 1 year, 4 months ago
You definitely do not want to put the olive oil inside of the bowl.
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Python commented on the blog post Flake Pipe Tobacco Preparation 1 year, 5 months ago
Jimbo, I said that it is the easiest way to SMOKE the flake, not the easiest way to PREPARE the flake :-). I really meant that part for beginners that are new to flakes.
A lot of beginners to flakes have problems with most of the methods at first. When you are a beginner, the Rubbing [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Flake Pipe Tobacco Preparation 1 year, 5 months ago
Jimbo, I said that it is the easiest way to SMOKE the flake, not the easiest way to PREPARE the flake
. I really meant that part for beginners that are new to flakes.A lot of beginners to flakes have problems with most of the methods at first. When you are a beginner, the [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: McClelland Christmas Cheer 2007 - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 1 year, 5 months ago
By Bob Tate
The tin aroma of this blend is very sweet and tangy. There is also a very strong vinegary smell that reminds me of ketchup. I have a bit of experience with McClelland tobacco blends and I know that this is a common smell in a lot of their tobacco tins and that it [...] -
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Python commented on the blog post Dunhill Early Morning Pipe - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 1 year, 5 months ago
I have received the information from Orlik and have corrected the error. You can read the editors note/correction at the top of the review.
Thanks again guys for giving your thoughts and bringing my attention to it.
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Python wrote a new blog post: Dunhill My Mixture 965 - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 1 year, 5 months ago
By Bob TateThe tin aroma of this blend is a strong, sweet and smoky tobacco smell with a light hint of spice to it. It smells very good. The moisture content is good for smoking right out of the tin, but some drying time would not hurt. I loaded up the pipe and proceeded to [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Dunhill Early Morning Pipe - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 1 year, 5 months ago
Tony and Jimbo,
Thanks for the information. Based off of that, it seems that there might be some Latakia in this blend. I could not find any info about about whether there was any in it or not. I just went off of the blend description and the aroma of the tin and the smoke. If [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Dunhill Early Morning Pipe - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 1 year, 5 months ago
By Bob TateThe tin aroma of this blend is a nice tobacco smell that is a little earthy with some sweetness to it. I am also picking up on hints of smokiness with some spice. On the first smell, it kind of smelled like there is Latakia in it from the smokiness. But upon further [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Dunhill Early Morning Pipe - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 1 year, 5 months ago
In the vitamin N department; I would say that it is on the low to mid range of it, but I am a bad judge of it as I can smoke blends that are high and I really don’t notice the N hit.
As far as a nice volume of smoke; it is pretty decent and [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Rich Gottlieb of 4noggins.com Interview 1 year, 5 months ago
By Bob Tate4noggins.com was started in 2005 by Richard Gottlieb. In the five short years that he has been in business, Rich has grown 4noggins.com into one of the more trusted and successful online pipe tobacco vendors that there is. He and his wife are the only employees of the company and they offer great [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Pipe Smokers Should Be Concerned About New Cigarette Laws 1 year, 6 months ago
Great article Kevin.
We have to stand together and fight these preposterous laws and stand by and up for people to be able to make their own choices. Even people who don’t smoke really need to start paying attention and stop this type of stuff from happening. Pretty soon the anti’s WILL be going after other [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Peterson Old Dublin - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 1 year, 6 months ago
Yes, the tin was vacuum sealed. I also like the old artwork, I think that it is more appealing than the new “modern” type of artwork that is currently being used, but the tobacco in the tin is good and that is the most important thing.
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Python wrote a new blog post: Peterson Old Dublin - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 1 year, 6 months ago
By Bob TateThe tin that I am reviewing has over 5 years of age on it. The tin has the old artwork on it. The blend is the same, just the artwork was changed. The tin aroma is a very nice smoky and sweet smell with a little bit of a tang in the nose. [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Pipes: They’re Not Just for the Wealthy 1 year, 6 months ago
Ross,
I use either the “Air Pocket Method” or the “Bob Method” when loading a pipe that has a well in it. The Bob Method is just a hybrid method between two other packing methods. You can read about them here:
http://pipesmagazine.com/python/pipe-smoking/tobacco-pipe-packing-methods/
and you can see video instructions here:
http://pipesmagazine.com/python/pipe-smoking/tobacco-pipe-packing-methods-part-2-videos/
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Python commented on the blog post Archeologists in New York Uncover Tobacco Pipes Dating Back to the 17th Century 1 year, 6 months ago
Hello Aaron,
Sorry but I have no idea about it.
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Python wrote a new blog post: Artisan Pipe Maker Joe Nelson Interview 1 year, 7 months ago
By Bob TateJoe Nelson is the owner of Old Nellie Pipes and Nelson Guitars. He is an artisan pipe maker as well as a luthier and resides in Fond Du Lac County, WI. For those of you who might not know, a luthier is a stringed instrument builder/repairman. He has been making guitars for 14 [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Routine Tobacco Pipe Cleaning (With Videos) 1 year, 7 months ago
Thanks for mentioning that Chuck. That is an important part of the cleaning process as it removes oxidation and gunk from the inside of the bit. I totally forgot to show that part.
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Python commented on the blog post Routine Tobacco Pipe Cleaning (With Videos) 1 year, 7 months ago
Thanks for mentioning that Chuck. That is an important part of the cleaning process as it removes oxidation and gunk from the inside of the bit. I totally forgot to show that part because I was trying to get the video to fit into the 10 minute time frame that YouTube allowed.
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Python commented on the blog post Explaining the Unobtainable 1 year, 7 months ago
I know what you mean Brian.
People always ask me about pipes and pipe smoking and there really is no short, easy way to explain it. I always end up going on about it because it is a complex thing to try and describe.
When it comes to pipes vs cigars; I always try to explain the [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Cornell & Diehl Releases New Blends at Richmond Pipe Show 2010 1 year, 7 months ago
By Bob Tate
At the 2010 Richmond Pipe Show, Cornell & Diehl introduced four new blends. Two of the blends are under the Cornell & Diehl label, one of them is a new G.L. Pease blend, and the last is a new blend for the Hermit Tobaccos.—————
The new Pease blend is called, G.L. Pease Meridian. It [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Re-Hydrating Pipe Tobacco 1 year, 7 months ago
I have never heard of such a jar and have never used one like it. It sounds plausible because tobacco does absorb moisture. You just have to make sure that the tobacco is very dry when putting it in such a device because if it is too moist and there is too much humidity (which [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Re-Hydrating Pipe Tobacco 1 year, 7 months ago
Firedragonx,
If the tobacco is really dry (to the point of crumbling into dust), I would suggest the paper towel method as described above. Just be careful not to handle the tobacco too much to prevent turning it into dust.
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Python wrote a new blog post: Artisan Pipe Maker Bob Hayes Interview 1 year, 7 months ago
By Bob Tate
The 2010 Richmond Pipe Show, as always, had quite a few artisan pipe makers in attendance and one of them was Bob Hayes. Bob Hayes attends most of the pipes shows and he is also the son-in-law of Craig and Patty Tarler of Cornell & Diehl. His table is normally set up right [...] -
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Python wrote a new blog post: Mac Baren 7 Seas Royal Blend - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 1 year, 8 months ago
By Bob TateThe pouch aroma of this blend smells really good. I am picking up on hints of vanilla, chocolate, raisin, a little bit of fruitiness, and maybe a very light hint of rum. This seems to me to be a mixture of the Regular Blend and the Gold Blend. The moisture content of this [...]
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Python commented on the blog post 2010 U.S. National Slow Smoking Championships 1 year, 8 months ago
Yes, you get to keep the pipe and there is an entry fee. I think that it was $40.00 to enter.
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Python wrote a new blog post: Mac Baren 7 Seas Gold Blend - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 1 year, 8 months ago
By Bob TateThe pouch aroma of this blend smells very nice. I am picking up on mostly Vanilla with hints of Chocolate. Moisture content is on the wet side and a little sticky. Some drying time would be recommended. I did not let it dry and just loaded up my pipe and proceeded to the [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Mac Baren 7 Seas Regular Blend - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 1 year, 8 months ago
By Bob TateThe pouch aroma is nice and rich smelling. I pick up on the aroma of raisins, chocolate, and maybe a light hint of coffee. I had someone else smell it and they said that it smelled mainly of raisins with a hint of rum. Either way, it smells really good. Moisture content is [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Hearth & Home Namaste’ - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 1 year, 8 months ago
By Bob TateThe tin aroma of this blend is a nice sweet and smoky smell. You can tell that there is Latakia in the blend from the smoky aroma, but it is not an overpowering aroma of Latakia. The moisture content is perfect for smoking right away with no drying time needed. I loaded up [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: G.L. Pease Montgomery - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 1 year, 9 months ago
By Bob TateThe tin aroma of this blend is a nice tobacco smell with a pretty tart and tangy aroma of, what I can only describe as, plums. The tart and tangy plum aroma is a smell that I get with a lot of blends that contain dark fired Kentucky tobacco. The moisture content is [...]
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Python commented on the blog post A Few Pipe Lighter Reviews 1 year, 9 months ago
Chuck,
I do not nor have I ever owned an Old Boy, Dunhill, or S.I. Dupont lighter, so I could not review those brands. If you own any of those brands I would love to hear your thoughts on them. I have always wanted an Old Boy lighter, but I just can’t pull the trigger on [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Dedicating Tobacco Pipes to Pipe Tobacco Blends 1 year, 9 months ago
Storm,
That is an interesting idea. That is one of the great things about this hobby; there are so many different ideas and factors that come into play to enhance the experience.
I know that different bowl shapes can have an affect on the taste of the tobacco. So dedicating a specific blend to a specific [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Cornell & Diehl After Hours - Pipe Tobacco Review 1 year, 9 months ago
By Bob TateThe tin aroma of this blend is of a grassy/hay type smell with some tanginess and a slight sweetness. The moisture content is perfect for smoking right away with no drying time needed. I rubbed out a couple of the flakes and loaded my pipe and proceeded to the charring light.
On the charring [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Cornell & Diehl After Hours - Pipe Tobacco Review 1 year, 9 months ago
Cortez,
Sharpness is kind of what I would call it as well, but I didn’t use it because like you said, it sounds too severe. I guess you could say it was a sharpness, but it wasn’t unpleasant.
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Python wrote a new blog post: Dedicating Tobacco Pipes to Pipe Tobacco Blends 1 year, 10 months ago
By Bob TateTo dedicate or not to dedicate? That is a question that is asked frequently by pipe smokers. Before I give my answer to this question, I would like to explain a few things. There are some advantages to dedicating pipes to certain tobaccos and there can be some disadvantages as well. The reason [...]
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Python wrote on Bassman4’s wire: 1 year, 10 months ago
Welcome to the site Edward!
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Python wrote a new blog post: Cornell & Diehl #066 Star of the East - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 1 year, 10 months ago
By Bob TateThe pouch aroma of this blend is a nice sweet and smoky aroma with a very light tang. The moisture content is on the dry side, but I prefer my tobacco that way and consider it perfect for smoking right away. The cut of this blend is large and chunky. Because the blend [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Hearth & Home Ten to Midnight - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 1 year, 10 months ago
By Bob TateThe pouch aroma of this blend is a smoky and semi-sweet smell with a hint of a tang to it. It smells quite nice. The moisture content is perfect for smoking right away without any drying time needed. This tobacco comes in a crumble cake form and you can break off pieces and [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: The Smoke Shop - Annapolis, Maryland 1 year, 10 months ago
By Bob TateWhen I first stepped into The Smoke Shop, it was like stepping into a time machine and going into the past. They are a true tobacconist shop with a lot of history. The Smoke Shop first opened for business in 1948 and during all of this time; they have kept the nostalgic feel [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Cornell & Diehl Sunday Picnic - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 1 year, 10 months ago
By Bob TateThe tin aroma of this blend is a nice sweet and tangy smell with a light hint of spice to it. It smells really nice. The moisture content is perfect for smoking right away with no drying time needed. This tobacco is in flake form. I took a couple of flakes, rubbed them [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Dan Tobacco Re-Introduces Old CAO Blends 1 year, 10 months ago
By Bob TateI have just found out that Dan Tobacco Manufacturing (DTM) has re-introduced the old CAO “U.S. Revolutionary Themed” pipe tobacco blends.
After speaking with Russ Ouellette from Pipesandcigars.com and Rich Gottlieb of 4noggins.com, I have received this information about the blends available from Dan Tobacco.
These are not old stock tins; they are new stock [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Cornell & Diehl #417P Night Train - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 1 year, 11 months ago
Raymond,
The piece of Night Train that I sampled was in a 2 oz cut. I ordered it directly from Cornell and Diehl in a sampler pack.
You do not have to buy this blend in 1 lb bricks in bulk. I have purchased 8 oz of it before.
In the printed C&D catalog that I have, [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Just for Him Shortcut to Mushrooms - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 1 year, 11 months ago
Thanks guys!
Falconer,
As far as I know, you can only buy Shortcut to Mushrooms from Just for Him. It is one of their house blends.
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Python wrote a new blog post: Cornell & Diehl #417P Night Train - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 1 year, 11 months ago
By Bob TateThe tin aroma of this blend is a nice sweet and tangy tobacco smell. The tanginess hits my nose with some strength and starts my mouth to watering. The moisture of this tobacco was perfect for smoking right away with no drying time needed. This tobacco comes in a pressed cake form. I [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Cornell & Diehl #417P Night Train - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 1 year, 11 months ago
Thanks guys!
Raymond,
Great post! A lot of people think that a one dimensional smoke is a bad thing, but they need to keep in mind that there are a lot of blends made, like Night Train, that are supposed to be like that. Great tips on storage and preparation of this blend! -
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Python commented on the blog post Pipe Tobacco Storage 1 year, 11 months ago
If properly stored, tobacco can last forever.
There is a discussion about it in the forums where you can read more about it here:
http://pipesmagazine.com/forums/topic/how-long-does-tobacco-keep -
Python commented on the blog post G.L. Pease Union Square - Pipe Tobacco Review 1 year, 11 months ago
Greg,
That’s a great article about Virginia tobacco! Thanks for posting the link!
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Python commented on the blog post G.L. Pease Union Square - Pipe Tobacco Review 1 year, 11 months ago
Greg,
That’s a great article about Virginia tobaccos! Thanks for posting the link!
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Python commented on the blog post G.L. Pease Fillmore - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 1 year, 11 months ago
Greg,
I think that the addition of the Latakia is what makes this blend. I didn’t taste it at all and I had to really search for it in the tin aroma. If I didn’t know that it was there, I probably would not have figured it out. It does add quite a depth that I [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Divided We Fall: The Self Segregation of Smokers 1 year, 11 months ago
Nameshy,
Thanks for explaining your question a little bit to me. I wasn’t sure if you were responding to the article or a comment by someone.
I understand what you are saying about the 1964 report. But even though there might have been a small public reaction to it, there was still not that self-segregation between smokers [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Just for Him Shortcut to Mushrooms - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 1 year, 11 months ago
By Bob TateThe tin aroma of this blend is very nice, but it is a little hard to describe. I am picking up light hints of the Latakia and also some vanilla. It smells sweet and there is a lot going on. The moisture content is a tad on the moist side, but it smokes [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Divided We Fall: The Self Segregation of Smokers 1 year, 11 months ago
Nameshy,
I am not sure what you mean. Are you replying to my article?
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Python wrote a new blog post: 2010 U.S. National Slow Smoking Championships 1 year, 11 months ago
By Bob TateEvery year, since 2003, the United Pipe Clubs of America (UPCA) hosts the annual U.S. National Slow Smoking Championships at the Chicago Pipe Show. This year it was held on Sunday May 2, 2010 which was the last day of the show. Slow smoking contests are where contestants get together and see who [...]
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Python commented on the blog post 2010 U.S. National Slow Smoking Championships 1 year, 11 months ago
Clive,
No defense needed! To me, it is all about the fun and companionship, not who comes in first or last. If I would’ve known before hand that the first person out was going to get that cool trophy, I would have been first out, lol!
I probably couldn’t have kept my pipe lit for 8 [...]
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Python commented on the blog post 2010 U.S. National Slow Smoking Championships 1 year, 11 months ago
Clive,
No defense needed! To me, it is all about the fun and camaraderie, not who comes in first or last. If I would’ve known before hand that the first person out was going to get that cool trophy, I would have been first out, lol!
I probably couldn’t have kept my pipe lit for 8 [...]
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Python commented on the blog post 2010 U.S. National Slow Smoking Championships 1 year, 11 months ago
Kevin,
20min, 28sec is a great time for your first time ever. I was expecting to go out before the 20min mark myself.
It was a blast and I will be competing in it again next year!
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Python wrote a new blog post: G.L. Pease Union Square - Pipe Tobacco Review 1 year, 11 months ago
By Bob TateThe tin aroma is a nice, straight forward, lightly tangy tobacco smell. There is also a hint of, what I describe as, hay. Some might call it grassy. The moisture content is good and no drying time was needed. I took a few of the broken flakes and fully rubbed them out, loaded [...]
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Python commented on the blog post G.L. Pease Union Square - Pipe Tobacco Review 1 year, 11 months ago
Thanks guys!
Cortez, I don’t know if it is toasted or stoved, but according to the description it is Flue Cured.
For those that don’t know, here is what Flue Cured means:
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Python commented on the blog post Chicago Pipe Show 2010 Photo Montage 1 year, 12 months ago
Thanks guys! I am glad everyone enjoyed it!
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Python wrote a new blog post: Chicago Pipe Show 2010 Photo Montage 1 year, 12 months ago
By Bob TateThis is not an article, but more for your viewing pleasure. Here is a Photo and Video montage of the 2010 Chicago Pipe Show. Enjoy!
For more of our coverage of the 2010 Chicago Pipe Show, Click on the following links:Chicago Pipe Show 2010 Pre-Show
2010 Chicago Pipe Show - Pre-Show Part 2
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Python wrote a new blog post: United Pipe Clubs of America (UPCA) Annual Meeting 1 year, 12 months ago
By Bob TateDuring our time at the 2010 Chicago Pipe Show, we sat in on the annual meeting of the United Pipe Clubs of America (UPCA). The meeting is not open to the public, only of the representatives of Pipe Clubs can attend. We were invited to the meeting by Michael “Doc” Garr (Docgarr), Vice [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: CAO Eileen’s Dream - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years ago
By Bob TateOn the tin aroma of this blend I am picking up on Irish Cream. Not the sugary coffee creamer type but a good liquor type of Irish Cream. It is accompanied by a light chocolate aroma. It is weird, but the chocolate aroma smells like white chocolate to me. Those of you who [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: 2010 Doctor of Pipes Award Dinner 2 years ago
By Bob TateOn Saturday night of May 1, after the first official day of the 2010 Chicago Pipe Show, we attended the Cigar and Pipe Cocktail Party, Dinner and Doctor of Pipes Award Ceremony that was held in the New Orleans Ballroom on Bourbon Street at the Pheasant Run Resort. The Cocktail Party was 6:30-7:00pm [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Routine Tobacco Pipe Cleaning (With Videos) 2 years ago
Shannon,
Thanks for the vinegar tip!
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Python wrote a new blog post: Artisan Pipe Maker Bob Gilbert Interview 2 years ago
By Bob TateDuring our time at the 2010 Chicago Pipe Show, one of the people we had the chance to see was Artisan Pipe Maker Bob Gilbert (Staffwalker). Bob is a very nice and accommodating guy and he also does some outstanding work. Bob Gilbert is from Denton, Texas and has been making pipes for [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Artisan Pipe Maker Bob Gilbert Interview 2 years ago
Yeah, the tobacco chamber does hold quite a bit of tobacco. When I smoked mine last night, it went forever.
I also kept looking at it when I was smoking it. It looks gorgeous and I love it!
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Python commented on the blog post Re-Hydrating Pipe Tobacco 2 years ago
The problem with using a food substance for hydration is that it could promote mold growth. Be sure to make sure that mold doesn’t start growing on your tobacco.
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Python commented on the blog post 2010 Chicago Pipe Show - Pre-Show Part 2 2 years ago
I agree Hans, it would be great if we could have a lot of our members there for a photo next year.
It was great meeting you and hopefully we will be able to meet up again in the future!
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Python wrote a new blog post: 2010 Chicago Pipe Show - Pre-Show Part 2 2 years ago
By Bob TateI arrived in Chicago on the afternoon of Thursday April 29, to cover The 2010 Chicago Pipe Show held by the Chicagoland Pipe Collectors Club (CPCC). Kevin picked me up at the airport and we drove back to the Pheasant Run Resort in St. Charles, IL. and I checked into my room. The [...]
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Python commented on the blog post 2010 Chicago Pipe Show - Pre-Show Part 2 2 years ago
This was a ton of work and took me an entire day!
I tried to blur you out of the one with Bob Gilbert, but I am an amateur and I don’t have the right photo software to do it. j/k
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Python commented on the blog post 2010 Chicago Pipe Show - Pre-Show Part 2 2 years ago
LOL @ Pstlpkr!
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Python commented on the blog post Scotty’s Old Red - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years ago
Piper, try posting in the forums. You may get a quicker response. Here is the link:
http://pipesmagazine.com/forums/You can also click the tab that says “Pipe Forums” at the top of the page.
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Python commented on the blog post Pipe Tobacco Storage 2 years ago
Potato skin might encourage mold growth. I would remove it from the tobacco.
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Python wrote a new blog post: Hearth & Home Sunjammer - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 1 month ago
By Bob Tate
The pouch aroma of this blend is very nice. In the aroma, I am picking up on the smoky Latakia along with some sweet and spice from the Virginias and the Orientals. The moisture content was perfect for smoking right away. I loaded up my pipe and proceeded to the charring light.
On the [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Scotty’s Old Red - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 1 month ago
4noggins does sell the Hearth & Home series of pipe tobacco from Pipesandcigars.com.
I am not sure if the sell Scotty’s Bulk Blends though. I don’t think that they do.
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Python commented on the blog post Scotty’s Old Red - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 1 month ago
Jess; to buy it, click on the following link:
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Python wrote a new blog post: Interview with Greg Pease of G.L. Pease Tobacco - Part 2 2 years, 1 month ago
By Bob TateIn Part 1 of our interview, Greg talked a little bit about how he got started blending tobacco, how he goes about developing new blends, a new blend that will be released soon, and many other things.
Here is Part 2 and the conclusion of our interview with Greg Pease.
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Python commented on the blog post Super Value Black & Gold - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 1 month ago
Karen, you can find it at Pipesandcigars.com.
Here is the link to it:
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Python wrote a new blog post: Interview with Greg Pease of G.L. Pease Tobacco - Part 1 2 years, 1 month ago
By Bob TateGreg Pease is the owner of G.L. Pease, Intl. Greg began blending pipe tobacco over 30 years ago and in 1998 left his regular job of 18 years to pursue tobacco blending full time. In early 2000, G.L. Pease Tobacco was born. G.L. Pease tobaccos have become one of the better known premier [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Routine Tobacco Pipe Cleaning (With Videos) 2 years, 1 month ago
Shotokun16, that will sometimes happen on some pipes. It will even happen if you use wax instead of Olive Oil. Some pipes just have a very thick coat of stain/dye/varnish on them and during cleaning the excess will come off.
I have a few pipes that this has happened to and they are fine.
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Python wrote a new blog post: Scotty’s Old Red - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 1 month ago
By Bob Tate
The pouch aroma of this blend is a nice, sweet and tangy tobacco smell. The tanginess from the Virginias makes my mouth water when I smell it. It smells great! The moisture content is perfect for smoking right away with no drying time needed. I loaded up my pipe and proceeded to the [...] -
Python commented on the blog post Scotty’s Old Red - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 1 month ago
Pstlpkr, I understand what you are talking about and I wouldn’t call it rich or thick.
I would say that it is normal to a little thin. A blend that you can smoke when it is pretty warm out and not be overpowering to the senses.
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Python wrote a new blog post: Broken Pipe - Gene Thompson Passes 2 years, 1 month ago
It is with deep sadness and great regret that we must report the passing of Gene Thompson. Gene passed away on February 28, 2010 after battling cancer. Gene was a giant in the pipe and tobacco industry. He was involved with the industry for over 40 years.
We are a little behind in reporting this news [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Super Value Black & Gold - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 1 month ago
By Bob TateThe pouch aroma of this blend is of a nice, sweet, old fashioned drug store type of pipe tobacco. The closest that I can come to describing it in terms of actual aromas would be Vanilla, Chocolate, and sweet Coffee all mixed together. The aroma does remind me and my wife of the [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Super Value Black & Gold - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 1 month ago
Lawrence, just click on the big red words that say ‘Click Here to Order Now!’, lol.
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Python wrote a new blog post: CAO Moontrance - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 1 month ago
By Bob TateThe tin aroma of this blend smells great. I am picking up on the vanilla and bourbon. There is also a very intriguing lightly fruity aroma accompanied by a coconut essence. I really like the complexity of the tin aroma. There is a lot there. The moisture content of this blend is perfect [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Routine Tobacco Pipe Cleaning (With Videos) 2 years, 2 months ago
By Bob Tate*Editors Note: These cleaning instructions are for use on wood pipes such as Brair, Olive, Cherry, etc. It is not recommended to clean Meerschaum pipes using these instructions. The actual procedure will be in a video which is included in this article.
As all pipers know, you should always keep your pipes clean. By [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Routine Tobacco Pipe Cleaning (With Videos) 2 years, 2 months ago
Thanks guys!
Kevin, that guy in Richmond was pretty funny!
Dave, the only thing that I can think of to remove a lacquer finish would be to sand it off with sandpaper. Do it by hand and use various grits so that when you are done, it will be smooth.
Cortez, Maybe I will compile all of my [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Routine Tobacco Pipe Cleaning (With Videos) 2 years, 2 months ago
Thanks guys!
Kevin, that guy in Richmond was pretty funny!
Dan, great tip on the Magic Eraser.
Dave, the only thing that I can think of to remove a lacquer finish would be to sand it off with sandpaper. Do it by hand and use various grits so that when you are done, it will be smooth.
Cortez, Maybe [...]
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Python commented on the blog post New Vintage Decade Series Perique Tobacco Announced 2 years, 2 months ago
Great video Kevin!
It must have smelled great when they opened that barrel!
I am insanely jealous that I couldn’t make it down there for the coverage! I can’t wait to see the rest of it!
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Python commented on the blog post W.Ø. Larsen Old Fashioned Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 2 months ago
Great review Kevin!
You made me want to go out and get a tin to try right now!
I agree that you should smoke a few bowls of any blend before casting judgment on it. That is why I always smoke at least 4-5 bowls of a blend in the same pipe before doing a review on [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Learning Things 2 years, 2 months ago
Dan Devils Holiday is an Aromatic, so what you are smelling and tasting is more than likely the flavoring that they added to that blend.
As you smoke different blends take note of what type of tobaccos are in it. Then you can cross reference them and start figuring out what the different tobaccos smell and [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Archeologists in New York Uncover Tobacco Pipes Dating Back to the 17th Century 2 years, 2 months ago
The New York Transit Museum’s Annex in Grand Central Terminal (mid-town Manhattan) is opening an exhibit featuring artifacts dating back to the 1600s. Included in the exhibit will be a collection of nineteen vintage pipes, many dating back to the 1600s. The exhibit opens today (March 18, 2010) and will be presented along with other [...] -
Python commented on the blog post Hearth & Home Louisiana Red - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 2 months ago
Thanks guys!
Cortez, I love Russ’ H&H blends! Some people hate them, but I think that they are on par with a lot of tinned tobaccos from larger manufacturers.
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Python wrote a new blog post: G.L. Pease Cumberland - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 2 months ago
By Bob TateThe tin aroma of this blend is a nice sweet and tangy straight forward tobacco smell. It smells pretty good. The moisture content is perfect for smoking right away. I loaded up my pipe and proceeded to the charring light. Upon the charring light, I am greeted by a straight forward tobacco taste [...]
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Python commented on the blog post A Few Pipe Lighter Reviews 2 years, 2 months ago
Darebo, I agree that I see that as a Pro side as well. The reason that I listed it as a con is because it could be a fire hazard.
I like it as a Pro because you don’t have to hold down a ‘button’ and keep your finger close to the flame.
I also agree with [...]
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Python commented on the blog post A Few Pipe Lighter Reviews 2 years, 2 months ago
Dernebo, I agree that I see that as a Pro side as well. The reason that I listed it as a con is because it could be a fire hazard.
I like it as a Pro because you don’t have to hold down a ‘button’ and keep your finger close to the flame.
I also agree with [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Afterr the earthquake 2 years, 2 months ago
Sorry that you all had that earthquake Luis. Luckily you and your family were not too affected by it.
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Python commented on the blog post Bill Introduced to Further Raise Federal Taxes on Pipe Tobacco 2 years, 2 months ago
Thomas,
Don’t take my post too personally. It was not directed solely at you. Over the last few weeks, we have been asked by numerous RYO/MYO smokers where have we been. After seeing that question again (even though it might not have been aimed at us), I kind of snapped.
When I asked, “Where were YOU?” it [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Hearth & Home Louisiana Red - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 2 months ago
By Bob Tate
The pouch aroma of this blend is a nice tobacco scent with a sweet, tangy, spicy aroma with a hint of plums. The tanginess is a little more predominate than the others and causes my mouth to water. I love it! The moisture content is perfect for smoking right away. I loaded up [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Hearth & Home Louisiana Red - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 2 months ago
Clanobucklin Said: Don’t forget VA Spice..
Virginia Spice is another great tasting blend from the H&H Series. I have already done a review on it. You can read it here:
http://pipesmagazine.com/python/pipe-tobacco-reviews/hearth-home-virginia-spice-pipe-tobacco-reviews/I’m glad you guys enjoyed it.
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Python wrote a new blog post: A Few Pipe Lighter Reviews 2 years, 2 months ago
By Bob Tate
When it comes to lighting your pipe, there are always discussions about what is the best thing to use. There is the famous debate about lighters VS matches. Because whether to use lighter or matches is mostly a personal preference, I am not going to talk about that here. In this article I [...]
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Python commented on the blog post McClelland Bombay Extra Personal Reserve 2 years, 2 months ago
Great review Kevin!
Another one to add to the list.
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Python commented on the blog post Practice Pipe Selection, Preparation, and Competition Rules 2 years, 2 months ago
More great info on your Slow Smoking Series Pstl!
It is cool that they give you a new pipe to use in the competition. It’s kind of like you win even if you don’t have the best time.
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Python commented on the blog post Tobacco Whore… 2 years, 2 months ago
Nice tobacco stash Gary!
I am the same way, I love to hoard pipe tobacco. I always try to buy a couple of tins whenever I have the extra funds to do so.
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Python commented on the blog post ENAMOURED WITH THE PIPE: WHEN IT ALL BEGAN… 2 years, 2 months ago
Joeg Said: it’s a pleasure to make your acquaintance
Likewise!
Joeg Said: what a great site!
Thanks! I am glad that you enjoy it!
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Python commented on the blog post How I started smoking a pipe 2 years, 2 months ago
Great post on how you got started Sapo!
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Python commented on the blog post Interview with Tim Ozgener, President of CAO International 2 years, 3 months ago
I would like to let everyone know that there was an error in the article.
The e-mail address that was listed, CAO@caocigars, is their old e-mail address and no longer works.The correct e-mail address in CAO@caointernational.com.
I have fixed the error in the article. I apologize for the mistake. Make sure to send your [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Interview with Tim Ozgener, President of CAO International 2 years, 3 months ago
By Bob Tate
We’ve been intrigued with rumors circulating around the pipe community that CAO might become the new distributor of Dunhill pipe tobaccos in the USA. There have been comments that CAO would increase its presence in the pipe tobacco business in 2010, rumors of new tobaccos, possibly bringing back the old CAO tobaccos, CAO [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Lighting Your Pipe & Controlling Air Flow 2 years, 3 months ago
Great addition to your ‘Slow Smoking Series’ Pstlpkr!
I am greatly enjoying it and am learning more about slow smoking in your last several posts than I have since I started smoking pipes. Keep them coming!
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Python commented on the blog post Interview with Tim Ozgener, President of CAO International 2 years, 3 months ago
Ditto what Kevin said about sending them e-mails and letting them know what you would like to see. I have already got the ball rolling on those three old blends trying to get them re-introduced now more people need to send e-mails.
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Python commented on the blog post Interview with Tim Ozgener, President of CAO International 2 years, 3 months ago
Ditto what Kevin said about sending them e-mails and letting them know what you would like to see. I have already got the ball rolling on those three old blends trying to get them re-introduced, now more people need to send e-mails.
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Python commented on the blog post Interview with Tim Ozgener, President of CAO International 2 years, 3 months ago
Brad,
Thanks for the compliments and I am glad that you enjoyed the interview!
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Python commented on the blog post Setting the benchmark 2 years, 3 months ago
LOL Kevin.
Last night I gave it a try. I lasted about 30 minutes with one light. I let the pipe go out a little too much and couldn’t get it stoked back up. It was pretty fun and interesting to see how long I could keep the pipe going.
I have to add about 3 hours [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Interview With Master Blender Russ Ouellette - Part 3 2 years, 3 months ago
Thanks everyone! I am glad you all enjoyed it!
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Python wrote a new blog post: Interview With Master Blender Russ Ouellette - Part 3 2 years, 3 months ago
By Bob Tate
This is the conclusion to our Russ Ouellette (Blendtobac) interview. So far in our interview with Russ Ouellette, we have talked about how he got started blending pipe tobacco blends, Perique tobacco, some of the challenges that he faces obtaining certain tobacco components, how he created Larry’s Blend, and many other things. Here, we [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Castro Brothers (Davidus) Portrait - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 3 months ago
Yeah, I am pretty sure that McClelland makes this for Davidus.
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Python wrote a new blog post: Castro Brothers (Davidus) Portrait - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 3 months ago
By Bob Tate
Note: Portrait is a house blend that is sold by Davidus. Davidus is a tobacconist chain that is located in Maryland. I try not to do reviews of tobacco blends that are not available to everyone, but Davidus.com does have an online store where you can purchase Portrait. There is not much information [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Interview With Master Blender Russ Ouellette - Part 2 2 years, 3 months ago
By Bob Tate
In part 1 of our interview with Russ Ouellette (Blendtobac), we talked about some of the things he has done before he got heavily involved in the tobacco industry. We also talked about how he got started blending pipe tobacco blends, how he maintains the consistency of his blends, some of the problems [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Interview With Master Blender Russ Ouellette - Part 1 2 years, 3 months ago
By Bob Tate
Russ Ouellette (Blendtobac) is the Retail Sales Manager and Master blender for Habana Premium Cigar Shoppe (HPCS), also known as Pipesandcigars.com, in Albany, New York. Russ has been involved in the tobacco industry for over 30 years. He is regarded as one of the best blenders in the country and has created over [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Impugn My Tastebuds, Will You? 2 years, 3 months ago
Great read ST!
I enjoy your posts as well. Always full of interesting stuff.
I’m glad to see that you are finally tasting some of the flavors that make Va/Per’s so great. Not that Latakia isn’t great. Although they are both pipe tobacco, they are almost too different to compare.
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Python commented on the blog post Today is a good day. 2 years, 3 months ago
Great looking pipes! I really like the Pisa! Congrats!
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Python commented on the blog post First order from 4Noggins 2 years, 3 months ago
Great selection and pick ups!
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Python commented on the blog post Every Day is International Pipe Smoking Day 2 years, 3 months ago
Great article Kevin!
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Python commented on the blog post Who are You and Who am I 2 years, 3 months ago
The only thing I know about me right now is; I am very far behind in my work because of no Internet for the last 3 days, lol.
When I get all caught up, I’ll post a better response.
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Python commented on the blog post Cornell & Diehl Kajun Kake Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 3 months ago
I have a tin of this in my cellar and will hopefully be trying it soon. The tobacco looks really oily and tasty!
This review makes me want to open it right now, but I have so many blends already open and so many in baggies that I want to smoke through first.
So many tobaccos, [...]
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Python wrote on the wire of the group The Flake Club 2 years, 3 months ago
Sorry it took me so long to respond. I am so busy all of the time that I forget to check the groups, lol.
I like almost all flakes. The only one that I really don’t like at all is 1792.
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Python commented on the blog post Hearth & Home (pipesandcigars.com) Virginia Spice - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 3 months ago
4Noggins sells it. You can check it out here:
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Python commented on the blog post Pipes are for Everyone 2 years, 3 months ago
I agree that pipes ARE for everyone. Whether it be a $5.00 cob filled with Captain Black or a $1000.00 artisan pipe filled with Balkan Sobranie.
Although we are not a site for ‘Pipe Snobbery’, we allow everyone the right to express their opinions. But by expressing your opinion, you must expect and allow others to [...]
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Python commented on the blog post New York Has Another Thing Coming with Anti-Tobacco Legislation 2 years, 3 months ago
Also, we need to start this type of organization in every state!
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Python commented on the blog post New York Has Another Thing Coming with Anti-Tobacco Legislation 2 years, 3 months ago
This is great! We as tobacco enthusiasts are starting to get organized and stand up for ourselves!
If you are a tobacconist in New York, make sure that you join NYTA and start fighting back!
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Python commented on the blog post Just Say No to More Smoking Bans in MA 2 years, 3 months ago
If you live in Massachusetts, make sure you call and write to let them know that you are opposed to this!
Stand up for your rights to be free and make your voice heard!
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Python commented on the blog post More pipes… 2 years, 3 months ago
Nice pipes!
I really like the Bari and the Flamingo.
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Python wrote a new blog post: Hearth & Home (pipesandcigars.com) Virginia Spice - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 3 months ago
By Bob Tate
Note: I would like to say that I have seen two descriptions on this blend. I have a copy of the old description from 2005 that says that this blend contains cigar leaf. The current description does not say this. I do see pieces of tobacco in this blend that look like cigar leaf, [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Whew! 2 years, 3 months ago
Good to hear ST. I wasn’t worried in the least. Whenever people hear that you smoke, they WILL find something wrong. Whether it is there or not.
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Python commented on the blog post Topical Pneumonia 2 years, 4 months ago
Hope you feel better soon. Glad to see you back and posting.
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Python commented on the blog post Stop the Pipe Tobacco Tax 2 years, 4 months ago
I signed and paid to have printed letters hand delivered as well.
It only costs $3.00 per letter.
I have 3 so called Representatives so it cost me $9.00.
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Python wrote a new blog post: Bill Introduced to Further Raise Federal Taxes on Pipe Tobacco 2 years, 4 months ago
By Bob Tate
Hold onto your pipes people, here it is.
On January 13, 2010, Rep. Steve Cohen (D-TN) and co-sponsor Rep. Lloyd Doggett (D-TX) introduced bill H.R. 4439 to congress to raise the federal pipe tobacco tax from $2.8311US per pound to $24.78US per pound and “To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to impose [...] -
Python commented on the blog post Bill Introduced to Further Raise Federal Taxes on Pipe Tobacco 2 years, 4 months ago
I agree that we need to use Chicago as a meeting place, but we have to start fighting this now, before Chicago.
We need to start organizing against these unfair taxes.
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Python commented on the blog post CAO Cherry Bomb - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 4 months ago
Yes, Cherry Bomb is very mild when it comes to strength/nicotine. I still have not picked up on much vanilla in it, but it is still a very good change of pace smoke. One of the best cherry blends out there.
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Python commented on the blog post Troost Special Cavendish - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 4 months ago
When you try it, let us know what you think.
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Python commented on the blog post Ugh 2 years, 4 months ago
Sometimes that happens with a blend. It doesn’t mean that the blend is no good. It could just be that your tastes were off, the blend doesn’t do well in that particular pipe, etc.
Don’t give up on it just yet. Try it at a later date and/or in a different pipe.
I hate when that phantom [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Ugh 2 years, 4 months ago
Sometimes that happens with a blend. It doesn’t mean that the blend is no good. It could just be that your tastes were off, the blend doesn’t do well in that particular pipe, etc.
Don’t give up on it just yet. Try it at a later date and/or in a different pipe.
I hate when that phantom [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Michael Gladis of Mad Men - Part III 2 years, 4 months ago
Great conclusion to the interview!
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Python commented on the blog post Thomas Point Pipe Club Inaugural Meeting and Pipe Event 2 years, 4 months ago
I am not sure if there is a next meeting planned or not. I don’t think that there is. I was helping the owner of the B&M to try and get a pipe club started, but I have not heard anything from him in awhile.
I’m not too sure if he is still trying or not. [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Thomas Point Pipe Club Inaugural Meeting and Pipe Event 2 years, 4 months ago
I am not sure if there is another gathering planned or not. I don’t think that there is. I was helping the owner of the B&M to try and get a pipe club started, but I have not heard anything from him in awhile.
I’m not too sure if he is still trying or not. If [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Troost Special Cavendish - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 4 months ago
Geoffreycox Said: You make this sound like something I want to try but I have never seen this blend. Where can I get a pouch?
I bought mine at a local B&M. I am sure some others might be able to help out with someplace that might carry it. I will look into it and post [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Troost Special Cavendish - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 4 months ago
By Bob Tate
The pouch aroma of this blend is of a straight forward tobacco smell with a hint of plums. The moisture content is on the dry side, but it is not so dry that it is to the crumbly point. This is a ready rubbed that I needed to rub out a little to [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Troost Special Cavendish - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 4 months ago
Dunendain Said: Do you always fully rub out ready rubbed, that is still somewhat stuck together?
I don’t fully rub them out. I just rub them out enough to break it up if it is stuck together. Troost Special Cavendish was clumped together pretty good so, I rubbed it out a little to separate the pieces [...]
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Python commented on the blog post McClelland Christmas Cheer 2006 - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 4 months ago
Dunendain Said: I don’t know what’s wrong with my sense of smell, but I never get the ketchup smell in the McClelland blends.
What is kind of strange about me smelling that smell is; when I first opened the tin in November of 2008, I didn’t smell anything but a nice, sweet Virginia smell with a [...]
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Python commented on the blog post “Happy Day in a Sinister World” Indeed! A Perfect Gift. 2 years, 4 months ago
That is an awesome pipe rack ST! I love it!
I really love the storage spaces that are hidden behind the panels and the decorative way that they hid them.
Congrats on your 50th and a great pipe rack!
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Python commented on the blog post Too few smokingoppotunities 2 years, 4 months ago
Sorry to hear that you are unable to smoke right now.
Sinistertopiary gave some good advice about trying to start up a pipe club where you can together with your friends where you are able to smoke.
Tom Soles’ article is great! The way that he did it is very nice and professional looking.
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Python commented on the blog post First trip to a tobacconist 2 years, 4 months ago
Your pipe sounds like it is probably a basket pipe. Don’t let that bother you though. As long as you like it, it doesn’t have to have a name brand on it.
I have a few basket pipes that smoke really well and I like them quite a bit.And ditto what Kevin said about the tobacco. [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Been awhile 2 years, 4 months ago
That sounds great Amanda!
Be sure to post pics of your new pipe!
I think you will love the Dan Sweet Vanilla Honeydew.
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Python commented on the blog post Coffee & Red Virginia with Michael Parks 2 years, 4 months ago
That sounds great ST!
It is always good to hear about younger guys getting into the hobby and craft. I can’t wait to see what he has to say when you two meet up next!
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Python commented on the blog post Blakeney’s Best Acadian Ribbon Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 4 months ago
Great review!
Another blend to add to my ever growing list!
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Python commented on the blog post The Mystique of Perique 2 years, 4 months ago
Great article! Mark is a great guy!
I couldn’t imagine where pipe tobacco blends would be right now if he had not bought and kept producing Perique tobacco. I love Perique!
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Python commented on the blog post Michael Gladis of Mad Men - Part II 2 years, 4 months ago
I’m loving the interview! Can’t wait for Part 3!
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Python commented on the blog post Winter Celebration 2 years, 4 months ago
Another good review and blending idea ST!
I will have to get some Town Topic and give it a try.
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Python wrote a new blog post: Peterson Merry Xmas 2009 and a Happy New Year - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 5 months ago
By Bob Tate
In the tin aroma of this blend I am picking up on vanilla, bourbon, a very slight twang to the nose, and a smell that reminds me a lot of cherry cordials. I know that there is no cherry flavor or anything cherry in this blend, I am just telling you what it [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Captain Black Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 5 months ago
Welcome to the site Dan!
The aroma of a pipe can certainly trigger the memory banks better than anything that I know of!
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Python commented on the blog post Don’t Leave Home Without It … Your Pipe 2 years, 5 months ago
Welcome to the site Kristoff!
That was a great comeback line that you used against that lady without getting rude and offensive! I am going to start using it myself!
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Python commented on the blog post Desert Island Blends for Dec ‘09 2 years, 5 months ago
Nice list ST!
The only one on it that I have smoked it Holiday Spirit. It was the 2008, but I hear that both ‘08 and ‘09 are exactly the same blend.
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Python commented on the blog post My pipes 2 years, 5 months ago
Nice collection!
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Python commented on the blog post McClelland Holiday Spirit 2008 - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 5 months ago
Kevin Said: And your wife liked the aroma too I see!
Yeah, too bad for her that I like blends with Latakia in it as well, LOL.
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Python commented on the blog post The pre - xmas ‘baccy run! 2 years, 5 months ago
It is especially nice smoking a pipe in the snow!
Sorry you couldn’t find much tobacco in your B&M, hopefully B&M’s will start carrying a bigger selection as pipe smokers grow in numbers.
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Python commented on the blog post Michael Gladis of Mad Men 2 years, 5 months ago
Great start for the interview!
I can’t wait to see the rest of it!
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Python commented on the blog post Breaking in the Briar. 2 years, 5 months ago
If you are having problems keeping your pipe lit, pack the tobacco looser than you have been. Also, try tamping less often. Only tamp when you can’t get the tobacco to light again without tamping and then only tamp with enough pressure to crush the ash down.
A really good vanilla aromatic is Dan Sweet Vanilla [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: McClelland Holiday Spirit 2008 - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 5 months ago
By Bob Tate
The tin aroma of this blend smells really good and reminds me of some of the smells that are encountered during Holiday baking. Dark rum is the predominate aroma and there is a hint of dark chocolate and I also picked up on a slight hint of coffee. The moisture content is a [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Cornell & Diehl (C&D) Exhausted Rooster - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 5 months ago
Dunendain, this is a really good blend. I think that you should like it.
Just keep in mind that because you regularly smoke Latakia blends, that at first it might seem to be missing something.
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Python commented on the blog post Cornell & Diehl (C&D) Exhausted Rooster - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 5 months ago
Dunendain, this is a really good blend. I think that you will like it.
Just keep in mind that because you regularly smoke Latakia blends, that at first it might seem to be missing something.
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Python commented on the blog post Hearth & Home (pipesandcigars.com) Egg Nog - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 5 months ago
This is a great holiday blend!
It is my go-to holiday blend because it never disappoints. I love it!
Everyone needs to try to hurry up and get some so that you all can smoke it by Christmas!
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Python commented on the blog post McClelland Christmas Cheer 2006 - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 5 months ago
This is a great smoke!
I have some 2007, 2008, and 2009 CC in my cellar. I am debating on opening some of the 2007, but right now I think I’ll hold off until next year because I have to finish off my tin of 2006, Holiday Spirit, and Peterson Merry Xmas 2009, lol.
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Python commented on the blog post Thomas Point Pipe Club Inaugural Meeting and Pipe Event 2 years, 5 months ago
We haven’t really hashed out any future meetings yet.The event was hampered by the snow that day, and not too many people showed up.
Maybe you and I can get together for a smoke one day.
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Python commented on the blog post Captain Black Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 5 months ago
Great review Kevin!
I have only smoked the regular. That was a few years ago. I don’t remember much of my thoughts on it except, that I thought it was a good solid smoke.
I have a pouch of the regular and a pouch of the gold and will have to break them open soon.
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Python commented on the blog post 1 1 = 3 2 years, 5 months ago
Great post ST!
That is why I always say, don’t throw away a blend because to don’t initially like it. Your tastes might change later or in worse case scenario, try mixing a little of blends that don’t do it for you by themselves and see if you can’t come up with something that you’ll somewhat [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Hearth & Home (pipesandcigars.com) Egg Nog - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 5 months ago
By Bob Tate
Tis’ the season for some Eggnog!
The tin aroma of this blend is excellent and instantly invokes memories of the Holiday Season. I am picking up on the rum, cinnamon, and nutmeg aromas, but I am not picking up on any of the vanilla. That doesn’t mean that it isn’t there though. The tin [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Out in the Cold 2 years, 5 months ago
You have to love it when everything comes together and offers up one of those ‘perfect’ pipe smoking times, even when it’s freezing out!
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Python commented on the blog post With This Flame I Thee Wed 2 years, 5 months ago
Great post ST!
I too, have wondered a lot about how different blends taste differently in different pipes.
The comparison of wine and glasses to pipes and tobacco is a good analogy.
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Python commented on the blog post Nat Sherman - An Icon in Luxury Tobacco for 80 Years 2 years, 5 months ago
Cobs are great and inexpensive pipes!
Every piper should have a few cobs in their collection!
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Python commented on the blog post Hello from Dernebo 2 years, 5 months ago
Pipe smoking is great, especially in the winter!
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Python commented on the blog post Thomas Point Pipe Club Inaugural Meeting and Pipe Event 2 years, 5 months ago
Tom,
No worries. The weather affected it for everyone. We had a few people show up early, but a lot of people who planned on attending didn’t make it.
You have to figure that the one time we get early snow in these parts, it affects something that we want to do, lol.
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Python commented on the blog post Nat Sherman New York City 2 years, 5 months ago
That photo looks awesome with the smoke in it!
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Python commented on the blog post Nat Sherman - An Icon in Luxury Tobacco for 80 Years 2 years, 5 months ago
Great article and video!
I am insanely jealous that I wasn’t able to make it up there with you!
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Python commented on the blog post Nat Sherman New York City 2 years, 5 months ago
Great photos Kevin!
It looks like an awesome place to relax with a smoke!
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Python commented on the blog post Don’t Leave Home Without It … Your Pipe 2 years, 5 months ago
I am working on it Kevin.
I hope to get some people interested in it at this event on Saturday.
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Python wrote a new blog post: McClelland Christmas Cheer 2006 - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 5 months ago
By Bob Tate
This excerpt is taken from the paper insert inside of the lid of the tin:
This 2006 blend is made with a special selection of ripe orange-red flue cured Virginia from the Old Belt crop of 1999. Picked at its peak, it is rich in flavor and naturally sweet and mellow.The tin aroma of [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Don’t Leave Home Without It … Your Pipe 2 years, 5 months ago
Great article Kevin!
I agree that pipe smokers should smoke there pipe whenever and wherever that they can.
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Python commented on the blog post Tobacco Pipe Packing Methods - Part 2 (Videos) 2 years, 5 months ago
Bones, I too have noticed that different packing methods work better than others in different pipes.
I don’t get very good results with The Frank Method in wide bowled pipes either.I’m glad you enjoyed the videos!
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Python wrote a new blog post: Tobacco Pipe Packing Methods - Part 2 (Videos) 2 years, 5 months ago
By Bob Tate
This is a companion piece to my article, Tobacco Pipe Packing Methods. I apologize that it took me so long to get this piece up, but here it is. It is the video tutorials on how to do the methods described in Part 1.
I am not going to repeat the written directions as you can [...]
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Python commented on the blog post An Interview with Joel Sherman of Nat Sherman 2 years, 6 months ago
Great interview!
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Python commented on the blog post A Gift To Mark My Coming Senescence 2 years, 6 months ago
I love that pipe rack!
Make sure you post pics of your rack when you get it.
Happy Birthday and congrats! -
Python commented on the blog post G.L. Pease Maltese Falcon Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 6 months ago
Sounds like a great blend.
I have 1 or 2 tins in my cellar and will have to try it soon. -
Python commented on the blog post Pipe Tobacco Storage 2 years, 6 months ago
I pack my jars kind of tight, but I do leave some room at the top.
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Python wrote a new blog post: Thomas Point Pipe Club Inaugural Meeting and Pipe Event 2 years, 6 months ago
By Bob Tate
PipesMagazine.com, in association with The Chesapeake Cigar Company, has started a new local pipe club in Maryland. The name of the pipe club is, The Thomas Point Pipe Club. As of this time, the club will be having monthly meetings on the third Tuesday of every month (except on Holidays) starting in January. [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Dan Tobacco Milonga - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 6 months ago
It’s great when you find a good aromatic blend that smells great and it pleasurable to smoke and helps you guys to be able to smoke inside sometimes.
Wayne, ditto what Kevin said. Join up to the site and join in the conversations on our forums!
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Python commented on the blog post Dan Tobacco Milonga - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 6 months ago
It’s great when you find a good aromatic blend that smells great, is pleasurable to smoke, and helps you guys to be able to smoke inside sometimes.
Wayne, ditto what Kevin said. Join up to the site and join in the conversations on our forums!
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Python wrote a new blog post: Dan Tobacco Milonga - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 6 months ago
By Bob Tate
The tin aroma of this blend is a heavy caramel and vanilla aroma, caramel being a little more prominent than the vanilla. It smells almost like a caramel-vanilla flavored cup of coffee. The moisture was good for smoking right away, but a little drying time might not hurt. The tobacco is more of [...]
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Python commented on the blog post CAO Cherry Bomb - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 6 months ago
As Kevin said, this is new from CAO. I also have the Bella Vanilla, Moontrance, and Eileen’s Dream.
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Python wrote a new blog post: CAO Cherry Bomb - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 6 months ago
By Bob Tate
When I opened the tin and the aroma hit me, I heard a loud rumbling and then a crash. This guy had just busted through my wall!
The tin aroma smelled exactly like cherry Kool-Aid powder. The name Cherry Bomb is right as far as the tin aroma goes. It was a very strong [...]
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Python commented on the blog post RE-flect, RE-examine, RE-LAX 2 years, 6 months ago
I meant to type: Manufactured cigs are NOT what tobacco is supposed to taste like.
I will admit though, that I do occasionally smoke them.
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Python commented on the blog post RE-flect, RE-examine, RE-LAX 2 years, 6 months ago
I also have gone from maufactured cigs to RYO. Manufactured cigs are what tobacco is supposed to taste like. That is probably why I enjoy them so much, I ove tobacco, lol.
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Python commented on the blog post RE-flect, RE-examine, RE-LAX 2 years, 6 months ago
Thanks for sharing that with us Don.
I have a tendency to stress myself out too much. I stress out over a lot of things that most people brush off. I have been trying to live by the rule; If I can’t change it, then don’t stress about it. But it is hard sometimes and habits [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: G.L. Pease Barbary Coast - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 6 months ago
By Bob Tate
The tin aroma of this blend is nutty, sweet, and slightly fruity. It is a very pleasant aroma. The moisture content is a little on the wet side and some drying time would not hurt. The blend is a chunky cube cut. I gravity filled the bowl and proceeded to the charring light. [...]
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Python commented on the blog post 2009 25th Annual C.O.R.P.S./Richmond Pipe Show Coverage - Part 5 2 years, 6 months ago
LOL, Kevin.
He did a great job for not having any idea that he was going to be interviewed 2 minutes before the interview.
Thanks Craig!
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Python wrote a new blog post: 2009 25th Annual C.O.R.P.S./Richmond Pipe Show Coverage - Part 5 2 years, 6 months ago
By Bob Tate
This is the final part of our 2009 C.O.R.P.S./Richmond Pipe Show coverage. This is going to be a very short piece. It is the interview with Craig Norris – President of C.O.R.P.S. / Conclave of Richmond Pipe Smokers.
Before we get to the interview with Craig, we would like to say a few words [...]
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Python commented on the blog post New York City Bans ALL Flavored Tobacco 2 years, 6 months ago
Sad times my friends….sad times.
I keep saying that we need to start speaking up and standing up for our, and everyone else’s, rights. This is going to snowball out of control.
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Python commented on the blog post Spanish Wine 2 years, 6 months ago
Another great and informative wine article!
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Python commented on the blog post Pipes are for Everyone 2 years, 6 months ago
Great article Kevin!
I really think all pipe smokers need to come out of the closet. I know that there are a lot more of us out there than the ones who admit it.
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Python commented on the blog post McClelland’s stunning new Three Oaks Syrian 2 years, 6 months ago
Great review ST!
Now I have another blend to add to my ‘to try’ list.
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Python commented on the blog post Can you Dig it? 2 years, 6 months ago
WOW! 47 inches of snow is a lot!
But it sure can be nice sitting in a warm house looking out the window at the snow and relaxing with a pipe. Don’t over exert yourself in the snow removal!
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Python commented on the blog post 2009 25th Annual C.O.R.P.S./Richmond Pipe Show Coverage - Part 4 2 years, 6 months ago
It was great meeting you there Tom!
That is an idea of sharing a table at the show. I also is a good idea of showing your stuff at the show. I didn’t see too much in the way of pipe stands and the such.
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Python commented on the blog post 2009 25th Annual C.O.R.P.S./Richmond Pipe Show Coverage - Part 4 2 years, 6 months ago
It was great meeting you there Tom!
That is an idea of sharing a table at the show. It is also is a good idea of showing your stuff at the show. I didn’t see too much in the way of pipe stands and the suchat this show, so it could be good to offer some [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: 2009 25th Annual C.O.R.P.S./Richmond Pipe Show Coverage - Part 4 2 years, 6 months ago
By Bob Tate
Saturday morning, I awoke very early and headed down to the exhibition hall. I wanted to get there before the show started so I could try and get some photos of all of the exhibitors setting up their tables for the day. Only the exhibitors were allowed in the hall from 7:30am to 9:30am, [...]
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Python commented on the blog post 2009 25th Annual C.O.R.P.S./Richmond Pipe Show Coverage - Part 4 2 years, 6 months ago
Thanks Greg! I hope you are enjoying our coverage of the show!
Kevin Said: Every time I think we covered it all, you come up with more stuff Bob!
Last night I was thinking to myself that; even though we have so much coverage, we still only got about half of the stuff that was going on [...]
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Python commented on the blog post 2009 25th Annual C.O.R.P.S./Richmond Pipe Show Coverage - Part 4 2 years, 6 months ago
Mine is a Urano Fantasy. I love the way that it looks!
You were pretty torn on that white stemmed beauty! It was hard to pick just one, I wanted them all!
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Python commented on the blog post How to Ventilate your Man Cave 2 years, 7 months ago
That looks awesome Tom!
I love the shadow box that you added. It makes the whole piece look like it’s part of the wall and belongs there.
I also like how you kept the window functioning even with the piece in there and you don’t have to remove it or do a lot of maneuvering if you [...]
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Python commented on the blog post International Charatan Collectors Society 2 years, 7 months ago
I too have been seriously thinking about getting a Charatan since we left the meeting in Richmond. There were a lot of great looking pieces there. I like the history about them as well.
Once I have some available funds, I will begin my search for one.
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Python commented on the blog post International Charatan Collectors Society 2 years, 7 months ago
The ICCS was a great time. I learned a lot of interesting things about the history of Charatan pipes. There were some beautiful pipes at the meeting!
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Python wrote a new blog post: 2009 25th Anniversary C.O.R.P.S. Show Coverage - Part 3 2 years, 7 months ago
By Bob Tate
Kevin and I had an awesome time at the Richmond Show. If you did not attend, you missed out on a great time and you really need to make plans to attend the 2010 C.O.R.P.S./Richmond Show. But until next year, you can read our articles to see what it is like to attend [...]
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Python commented on the blog post 2009 25th Anniversary C.O.R.P.S. Show Coverage - Part 3 2 years, 7 months ago
When I was writing it up, I was missing being there. It was a great weekend!
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Python commented on the blog post In Celebration of Briar Calendar by G.L. Pease Now Available 2 years, 7 months ago
As far as I know Greg will not be having any of them made for B&M’s.
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Python commented on the blog post Hobby versus Habit 2 years, 7 months ago
Glad to hear that you’re feeling a little better ST. I do agree that pipes are more of a hobby than a habit, but I can not fully agree.
I consider a habit as something that has, at least a little, addictiveness to it. And I will admit that I am addicted to pipes and pipe [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Cornell & Diehl (C&D) Exhausted Rooster - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 7 months ago
By Bob Tate
This is from a sampler that I purchased from Cornell & Diehl. It is a 1oz sample in a ziplock bag.
The pouch aroma of this blend is that wonderful tanginess that tickles the nose slightly and makes my mouth water. It also has a slight amount of sweetness and just a touch of [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Cornell & Diehl (C&D) #067 Bayou Morning - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 7 months ago
That is one of the great and not so great things about tobacco blends, some people taste something totally different from other people.
The great thing is, it keeps everything interesting and proves that you should try a blend even if other people don’t like it.
The not so great thing is, that when you smoke a [...]
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Python commented on the blog post 2009 25th Annual C.O.R.P.S Show Coverage - Part 1 2 years, 7 months ago
While I had a blast and it was a great time, it is a lot more work than I previously had imagined.
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Python commented on the blog post Done with Dunhill 2 years, 7 months ago
Great story ST!
I like hearing about why you didn’t like it. A lot of people will just say that they didn’t like it and leave it at that.
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Python commented on the blog post Musings in Blue 2 years, 7 months ago
My current favorite shape is the Bulldog/Rhodesian, but there are a lot of other shapes that I am taking a liking to now.
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Python commented on the blog post Musings in Blue 2 years, 7 months ago
My current favorite shape is the Bulldog/Rhodesian, but there are a lot of other shapes that I am taking a liking to now.
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Python wrote a new blog post: 2009 25th Annual C.O.R.P.S Show Coverage – Part 2 2 years, 7 months ago
By Bob Tate
In this part of our 2009 C.O.R.P.S Show coverage, we focus on another new blend that was released at the show. The new blend is Wessex Gold Standard released by XYZ Direct, LTD.
We had the opportunity to talk to Alan Schwartz of XYZ Direct about the new blend. We have a video interview [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Breaking News! Florida Representative Files Bill to Tax Tobacco Pipes! 2 years, 7 months ago
By Bob Tate
PipesMagazine.com has just become aware by way of the Orlando Sentinel, that in Florida, Democratic Rep. Darryl Rouson has filed a bill to introduce a tax on tobacco pipes. He claims that he is targeting ‘other’ types of pipes that are used for smoking illegal substances, but we all know where this is [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Cornell & Diehl (C&D) #412A Billy Budd - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 7 months ago
I will definitely be smoking this blend again. Maybe my taste buds were off when I did this review. Or it could just be that it is not my cup of tea.
Either way I will finish smoking what I have to see if I detect anything that I didn’t when I did the review.That [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: 2009 25th Annual C.O.R.P.S Show Coverage - Part 1 2 years, 7 months ago
By Bob Tate
Let me start by saying that Kevin and I had a great time at the show. We both thank Linwood Hines, Craig Norris, and the rest of the members of the C.O.R.P.S for putting on a great show. In addition to C.O.R.P.S, we would like to thank all of the vendors, exhibitors, and [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: 2009 25th Annual CORPS Show - Coverage Update 2 years, 7 months ago
Last night, we returned home from attending and covering the 2009 25th Annual CORPS Show. CORPS stands for Conclave of Richmond Pipe Smokers. We had a great, but very busy, time!
It was great meeting and talking with everyone that we were able to meet. Some were members of the site and others; I hope will [...]
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Python commented on the blog post 2009 25th Annual CORPS Show - Coverage Update 2 years, 7 months ago
I agree that there should be a law like that! I think we should start working on it!
I had a blast and I hope you enjoy th epipe and tobaccos!
Yes, you did get me back! Thanks again!
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Python commented on the blog post 2009 25th Annual CORPS Show - Coverage Update 2 years, 7 months ago
I agree that there should be a law like that! I think we should start working on it!
I had a blast and I hope you enjoy the pipe and tobaccos!
Yes, you did get me back! Thanks again!
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Python commented on the blog post Samuel Gawith Commonwealth Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 7 months ago
Great review Kevin!
I think I have a tin of this in my cellar. But if I don’t, I will buy a tin because it sounds pretty good.
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Python commented on the blog post Cornell & Diehl (C&D) Autumn Evening - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 7 months ago
I too have found that on most aromatics the aroma of the blend does not transfer to the taste of the smoke.
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Python wrote a new blog post: Cornell & Diehl (C&D) Autumn Evening - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 7 months ago
By Bob Tate
Now that autumn is here and the nights have become quite a bit cooler, I have been having the urge to smoke some of my heavier aromatic blends. I figured what better blend to smoke first than Autumn Evening by Cornell & Diehl.
The tin aroma of this blend is a very strong, sweet, [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Pipe Tobacco Private Bulk Blends - Where Do They Come From? 2 years, 7 months ago
Great info Kevin!
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Python commented on the blog post Flake Pipe Tobacco Preparation 2 years, 8 months ago
Kevin Said: The fold & stuff method works pretty good, but I am having one side not wanting to burn. There’s like a hill of solid tobacco on one side of the bowl.
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Python commented on the blog post Flake Pipe Tobacco Preparation 2 years, 8 months ago
Kevin Said: The fold & stuff method works pretty good, but I am having one side not wanting to burn. There’s like a hill of solid tobacco on one side of the bowl.
That is one of the problems that I had when trying that method as well. It takes time to learn how to properly [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Flake Pipe Tobacco Preparation 2 years, 8 months ago
By Bob Tate
Flakes are one of the ways that pipe tobacco is made. Flake tobacco is made by pressing tobacco under extreme pressure for a period of time forming a cube. The cube is then sliced into strips called flakes. When you smoke flake tobacco it has to be packed differently than loose cut pipe [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Flake Pipe Tobacco Preparation 2 years, 8 months ago
I have never smoked coin flake tobacco. Some of the people that have smoked it have rubbed it out and some stack a few of the coins on top of each other and load them into the bowl.
Hopefully some one who has smoked the coins will respond and explain how they do it.
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Python commented on the blog post Flake Pipe Tobacco Preparation 2 years, 8 months ago
I have never smoked coin flake tobacco. Some of the people that have smoked it have rubbed it out and some stack a few of the coins on top of each other and load them into the bowl.
Hopefully some of those who have smoked the coins will respond and explain how they do it.
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Python commented on the blog post Flake Pipe Tobacco Preparation 2 years, 8 months ago
I remember your post about having problems preparing flakes.
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Python wrote a new blog post: Cornell & Diehl (C&D) #412A Billy Budd - Pipe Tobacco Reviews 2 years, 8 months ago
By Bob Tate
The pouch aroma of this blend is a nice smoky, sweet Latakia. The moisture level is perfect for smoking right out of the bag. This blend is a coarse cut and is quite chunky. I left it in its original state and did not rub it out into smaller pieces. I loaded the [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Middleton’s Carter Hall - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 8 months ago
Thanks for the info Fenceman!
I will have to check out the tub version soon.
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Python commented on the blog post Cornell & Diehl (C&D) Mississippi Mud - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 8 months ago
Y’all Really need to try this blend. It is tastes great!
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Python commented on the blog post Cornell & Diehl (C&D) Mississippi Mud - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 8 months ago
I really recommend trying this blend. It is tastes great!
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Python wrote a new blog post: Cornell & Diehl (C&D) Mississippi Mud - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 8 months ago
By Bob Tate
This is from a sampler that I purchased from Cornell & Diehl. It is a 1oz sample in a ziplock bag.
I see why they called this blend Mississippi Mud. The blend is almost completely black in color and kind of looks like used coffee grounds when it was in the pouch. The pouch [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Samuel Gawith (SG) Sam’s Flake - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 8 months ago
Mate, just cut the tobacco before you leave your house and put it in a tobacco pouch.
Like I said earlier, it will be a few weeks before this article gets put up.
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Python wrote a new blog post: Cornell & Diehl (C&D) Manhattan Afternoon - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 8 months ago
By Bob Tate
This is from a sampler that I purchased from Cornell & Diehl. It is a 1oz sample in a ziplock bag.
The pouch aroma of this blend has that sweet and tangy smell of a good Virginia blend. The moisture level is perfect for smoking right out of the bag. This blend is a [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Samuel Gawith (SG) Sam’s Flake - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 8 months ago
Michael and Mate,
This happens to me frequently as well. Some flakes do not get fluffy when I rub them out. Michael, do not throw it out! Just load the bowl by gravity filling and apply very light pressure to push the tobacco down to about 1/8 to 1/4 of an inch from the rim [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: My Tobacco Reviews - An Explanation 2 years, 8 months ago
By Bob Tate
I just thought that I would explain a little bit about how I do my tobacco reviews. Every one has a different way of doing a review and I wanted to explain my way so every one understands them a little more. When I do a review, I do them from a flavor [...]
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Python commented on the blog post My Tobacco Reviews - An Explanation 2 years, 8 months ago
Kevin Said: You should put a link to this post at the end of all your reviews for reference.
That’s a good idea! I will start doing that.
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Python wrote a new blog post: Cornell & Diehl (C&D) #972 Three Friars - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 9 months ago
By Bob Tate
The pouch aroma of this blend is quite tangy and tickles the nose a little and induces a little mouth watering effect. There is also a very light sweetness to the aroma that sits far in the background. The moisture content of the tobacco is perfect for smoking right away, as most of [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Cornell & Diehl (C&D) #972 Three Friars - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 9 months ago
Yes, C&D has a large assortment of blends. They have something to fit everyone’s tastes.
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Python commented on the blog post Cornell & Diehl (C&D) #972 Three Friars - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 9 months ago
Yes, C&D has a large assortment of blends. They have something to fit the taste of every piper.
I am kind of glad that this blend didn’t suit my tastes because I have loved almost every other C&D blend that I have tried (read my reviews) and it is getting pretty hard to narrow it down [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Reading Between The Lines - Pipe Smoking Tips 2 years, 9 months ago
By Bob Tate
I would like to talk a little about the information that novice pipers will come across. The reason that I named this article “Reading Between the Lines”, is because I want to impress upon the readers that you should read between the lines and take all information about pipe smoking with a grain [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Reading Between The Lines - Pipe Smoking Tips 2 years, 9 months ago
Thanks Jorge and hopefully more tobacco shop owners will see the value of having their employees take the Tobacco University course. It will help out everyone who enjoys our hobby, the shop and the consumer.
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Python commented on the blog post Reading Between The Lines - Pipe Smoking Tips 2 years, 9 months ago
Thanks for the replies guys!
Jorge, I hope that you didn’t interpret what I was saying about B&M clerks as a bad hit on all of them. I have dealt with some outstanding clerks in B&Ms before. I just wanted to get the point across that not everyone who works in a B&M is knowledgeable about [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Is That A Gurgle I Hear? 2 years, 9 months ago
That would be number 6 in this article:
http://pipesmagazine.com/python/pipe-news/tobacco-pipe-packing-methods/ -
Python commented on the blog post Is That A Gurgle I Hear? 2 years, 9 months ago
Mate Said: Which is?
That would be number 6 in this article:
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Python commented on the blog post The 2009 IPCPR Show (formerly RTDA) - Part I 2 years, 9 months ago
Great stuff Kevin!
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Python commented on the blog post Mac Baren Club Blend Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 9 months ago
Great review Kevin!
I might have to try this one. I like how the coins of tobacco look.
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Python commented on the blog post I keep running into Python’s Ancestors 2 years, 9 months ago
When you’re smoking a pipe, it seems all is right in the world. lol
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Python commented on the blog post I keep running into Python’s Ancestors 2 years, 9 months ago
LOL Mate.
The guy in the top pic looks pretty comfortable!
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Python wrote a new blog post: McClelland Frog Morton - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 9 months ago
By Bob Tate
The tin aroma of this blend has that great smoky aroma that Latakia lends to a blend. There is also quite a bit of sweetness mixed in with the aroma. The moisture content is a little on the wet side and some drying time is recommended. I filled the pipe using a two [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Pipe Art #003 2 years, 9 months ago
Good info John!
I wish I had the time and patience to do some. I think they look great!
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Python commented on the blog post Pipe Art # 001 2 years, 9 months ago
Nice post card! I love those old pictures like that.
I agree that you have to post some pics of your den.
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Python commented on the blog post Pipe Art #002 2 years, 9 months ago
Good looking tapestries and a good story as well!
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Python commented on the blog post New Orleans Photos 2 years, 9 months ago
Great photos Kevin!
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Python commented on the blog post IPCPR Photos New Orleans 2009 2 years, 9 months ago
Great photos Kevin!
Looks like there was a lot to do there. A lot of great looking pipes in your photos as well.
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Python commented on the blog post Rich Esserman on Dunhill Magnums at the 2009 Chicago Pipe Show 2 years, 9 months ago
Good read!
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Python commented on the blog post Divided We Fall: The Self Segregation of Smokers 2 years, 9 months ago
I smoke cigarettes as well. I actually use all forms of tobacco. I smoke pipes, cigars, cigarettes, I enjoy nasal snuff, and I also enjoy chew and dip every now and again.
I do not apologize for using any form of tobacco. I enjoy it, even the cigarettes. They are legal and they bring me pleasure. [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Divided We Fall: The Self Segregation of Smokers 2 years, 9 months ago
I smoke cigarettes as well. I actually use all forms of tobacco. I smoke pipes, cigars, cigarettes, I enjoy nasal snuff, and I also enjoy chew and dip every now and again.
I do not apologize for using any form of tobacco. I enjoy it, even the cigarettes. They are legal and they bring me pleasure. [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Colouring Your Briar 2 years, 9 months ago
Good info John!
Another thing that helps a well used briar get a darker color is the natural oils from your hand.
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Python commented on the blog post Scotty’s Bulk Blends (pipesandcigars.com) Milk & Honey - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 9 months ago
I’m not sure how they compare as I have not tried the Savinelli Black Cavendish yet.
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Python commented on the blog post I’m Expecting Twins, I ordered these two babies yesterday 2 years, 9 months ago
Those are a couple of nice looking pipes John!
Enjoy them!
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Python commented on the blog post Pipe Smoking Tips 2 years, 9 months ago
Curious,
That will not harm the tobacco at all. If anything, it will only affect how it ages. Some people actually heat their tins up in the sun on purpose. It is a form of stoving the tobacco. I have never done it, but others have said that they had good experiences doing it.
Please visit our [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Pipe Art 2 years, 9 months ago
That’s cool John!
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Python wrote a new blog post: Scotty’s Bulk Blends (pipesandcigars.com) Milk & Honey - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 9 months ago
By Bob Tate
Scotty’s Bulk Blends are another brand of house blends from Pipesandcigars.com. This blend is called Milk & Honey and is only available in bulk. I am not picking up on any discernable aromas from the pouch. It is just a sweet smelling Cavendish blend. The moisture level is just about perfect for smoking. [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Middleton’s Carter Hall - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 9 months ago
That is very interesting John.
I guess that there are inconsistencies in each batch of Carter Hall.
When I finish the pouch that I have open, I will buy another pouch and see if it is different from the one that I have now. -
Python commented on the blog post Some People Just Don’t Listen to Good Advice (Like Me) 2 years, 9 months ago
LOL, Mate.
Funny post and good pics! There is a resemblance in those two pics, but I’m not telling if it is me or not!
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Python commented on the blog post Samuel Gawith (SG) Sam’s Flake - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 9 months ago
Mate Said: I notice that no matter how much you rub them out they pack tight.
That is why I just gravity fill the bowl when smoking flakes.
Gravity filling is when I just fill the bowl to the top without packing. Then I lightly push the tobacco down to 1/4 inch from the rim and [...] -
Python commented on the blog post Dunhill - In days of old 2 years, 9 months ago
Great post!
I did not know that they did that back in the day. It is cool! I wish that they still did that.
I would love to have a sampler of mini tins instead of plastic baggies.
Thanks for posting this Mate!
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Python commented on the blog post Savinelli Black Cavendish Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 9 months ago
Good review!
This sounds like a blend that I need to try!
I like that Sav Bent Dublin!
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Python commented on the blog post Pipe Smoking Tips 2 years, 9 months ago
Good tips to add guys!
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Python commented on the blog post Pipe Smoking Tips 2 years, 9 months ago
Good tips added guys!
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Python wrote a new blog post: Pipe Smoking Tips 2 years, 9 months ago
By Bob Tate
When I first started smoking a pipe, I had no mentor to talk to and nobody to show me tips on how to make pipe smoking more enjoyable. I had to learn a lot on my own from reading, online message boards, asking questions at B&Ms, and experimenting. I thought that I would [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Samuel Gawith (SG) Sam’s Flake - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 9 months ago
By Bob Tate
This tin that I am smoking from is at least three years old. The date that I put on it when it arrived says August of 2006. There is quite a bit of sugar crystallization on the flakes, look at the pictures below and you can see it (Fig. 1 & 2).
The tin [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Tobacconist University - Educating Consumers & Tobacconist on Luxury Tobacco 2 years, 9 months ago
Great info Kevin!
That looks like a great site and I’m sure that I’ll be spending a fair bit of my free time perusing their site!
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Python commented on the blog post Arango Cigar Co. Debuts Four Diverse Pipe Designs by Erik Nording for Summer 2009 2 years, 9 months ago
I love my Nording Freehands that I own. They both smoke great!
I also really like the way that the churchwarden pipe that you have pictured looks!
I have seen the Nording block for sale before and have always contemplated buying it to try out my hand at carving my own pipe, but I have never [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Peterson Gold Blend Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 9 months ago
Great review Kevin!
I have not tried this blend yet. But it goes to show that even though you may like a lot of blends from a particular manufacturer, there will still be some blends from the same manufacturer that you simply will not like.
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Python commented on the blog post Pipe Tobacco - it’s not all the same 2 years, 9 months ago
Great article Kevin!
Lots of great info on the different typs of tobacco!
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Python commented on the blog post Keeping Open Tins of Tobacco Fresh 2 years, 9 months ago
Great tip Mate!
That is a very inexpensive and easy way to prolong the storage of tobacco in a tin if you don’t have any jars available!
I enjoyed the video as well!
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Python wrote a new blog post: Cornell & Diehl (C&D) Opening Night - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 9 months ago
By Bob Tate
This review is from a 1oz sample that I got from Cornell & Diehl.
The pouch aroma of this blend is a very nice Virginia sweet and tangy smell. The moisture level of this is, as with every C&D blend that I have tried, perfect for smoking right away. This blend is a broken flake [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Mac Baren HH Vintage Syrian Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 10 months ago
Great review Kevin!
“Kevin Said: When you open the tin, you certainly get that smoky aroma that reminds me of camping in the woods enjoying the rustic smell of the campfire.”
This is one of the things that I love about Latakia.
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Python commented on the blog post Dan Tobacco Sweet Vanilla Honeydew - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 10 months ago
“Volk Said: Also…have you tried the McClelland 221B Baker St. collection version of Honeydew?”
I have a tin in my cellar, but I have not gotten around to trying it yet.
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Python wrote a new blog post: Dan Tobacco Sweet Vanilla Honeydew - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 10 months ago
By Bob Tate
This is a blend that I have smoked in both the tinned and bulk versions. Both of them are exactly the same. The moisture content is perfect for smoking right out of the tin or pouch. The tin aroma is very nice. There is a nice sweet real vanilla smell and I think [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Divided We Fall: The Self Segregation of Smokers 2 years, 10 months ago
Great post Sandie!
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Python commented on the blog post Cathy “My Best Friend” 2 years, 10 months ago
Lol! Funny story!
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Python wrote a new blog post: Tobacco Pipe Packing Methods 2 years, 10 months ago
By Bob Tate
There are a lot of different ways to load your pipe for smoking. Here I will list a few different methods that I know of and give a brief description of them. Remember that there is no exact set of rules for packing your bowl. The goal in packing your pipe is to [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Zinovi Seniak Pipes 2 years, 10 months ago
Nice looking pipes!
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Python commented on the blog post Gawith, Hoggarth, & Co. (GH, G&H) Rum Flake - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 10 months ago
Kevin, the Lakeland taste is hard to explain. It is one of those things that you have to taste it to know what it tastes like.
Some people say that it tastes like soap. I however, disagree with that. I don’t think it tastes anything like soap, maybe more of a floral. But no, not [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Gawith, Hoggarth, & Co. (GH, G&H) Rum Flake - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 10 months ago
By Bob Tate
~This review is from bulk tobacco. I have not tried the tinned version, so I can not compare the differences, if any, between the two.~
The tin aroma of this blend is very intriguing and pleasant. I am picking up on the rum, licorice, and vanilla as well as the sweet tang from the [...]
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Python commented on the blog post F.G.T. Enterprises, Inc - Gordon Smith 2 years, 10 months ago
Great interview Kevin!
Lots of good info!
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Python commented on the blog post Davidoff Danish Mixture Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 10 months ago
Great review!
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Python commented on the blog post Wine & Cheese 2 years, 10 months ago
Great article Kevin!
Lots of good ideas and info!
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Python wrote a new blog post: Mac Baren HH Vintage Syrian - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 10 months ago
By Bob Tate
My Pouch
Tin
NOTE: This is a 0.88oz sample pouch that I received from Mac Baren at the time this blend was introduced, so it is has about 2 years of age on it. HH Vintage Syrian is not available in this pouch.
The pouch aroma on this blend has a sweet and tangy Virginia smell [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Mac Baren HH Vintage Syrian - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 10 months ago
I am interested in reading your thoughts on this blend Kevin.
It has a good flavor, the bite just upsets me because I can’t fully enjoy the flavor.
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Python commented on the blog post Sir Walter Raleigh Pipe Tobacco Ad from 1959 2 years, 10 months ago
I love those old advertisements!
It really makes me wish that we lived in simpler times like those.
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Python wrote a new blog post: Re-Hydrating Pipe Tobacco 2 years, 10 months ago
By Bob Tate
If you store your pipe tobacco properly, it should not dry out. But I am sure that it has happened to us all at one time or another. We open a tin, pouch, or baggie to smoke some tobacco and place it back on the shelf and forget about it being open and [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Samuel Gawith Bracken Flake - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 10 months ago
By Bob Tate
This is another blend from Samuel Gawith that is offered in both tin and bulk. However, I have not smoked this blend from the tinned version, only the bulk. So I can not comment on the differences in the two. But if it is anything like the other SG offerings, there is probably [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Hearth & Home LJ Heart Virginia - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 11 months ago
By Bob Tate
LJ Heart Virginia is a blend offered in bulk from Hearth & Home, which is the house blend from pipesandcigars.com. The pouch aroma has that lovely sweet and tart smell that accompanies a lot of VA/PER blends. I love this smell. The moisture content is perfect for smoking without any drying time. The [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Pipe Tobacco Storage 2 years, 11 months ago
By Bob Tate
A lot of pipers wonder if and how they can store their pipe tobacco. There are ways to store your tobacco and it will last for years and if done properly, it will allow the tobacco to age and this is a good thing. Aging a tobacco allows the blend to ‘marry’ together [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Wine Aromas and Flavors 2 years, 11 months ago
Great articles on wine Kevin!
I am still early in my wine journey, but the more I drink it the better I am at tasting the flavors of the wine.
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Python commented on the blog post Cornell & Diehl (C&D) Bayou Morning - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 11 months ago
Thanks Kevin!
I love VA/PER blends! Perique is an amazing tobacco!
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Python wrote a new blog post: Cornell & Diehl (C&D) Bayou Morning - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 11 months ago
By Bob Tate
The pouch aroma was of a straight forward tobacco with that Virginia tang and a little bit of sweetness as well. It has a very nice smell. The cut was a little bit chunky, as you can see in Fig.1, so I broke it up and rubbed it out a bit. I used [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Middleton’s Carter Hall - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 11 months ago
I’m not too sure that I’m not a tobacco snob.
Just kidding, lol.
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Python wrote a new blog post: Middleton’s Carter Hall - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 11 months ago
By Bob Tate
Upon opening the pouch, I was quite surprised. I was expecting a straight burley tobacco with no aroma other than a tobacco smell. It had an aroma, which to me, smelled like wine. It was not a bad thing, just unexpected. Actually, it was quite pleasant and I kind of like it. The [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Is That A Gurgle I Hear? 2 years, 11 months ago
By Bob Tate
Most of us pipers have heard it before, gurgling sounds from your pipe while smoking. In my experiences, pipes will gurgle for a few different of reasons.
Some of the reasons are:
•Smoking too fast
•The tobacco is too moist
•The pipe hasn’t been fully broken in
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Python commented on the blog post Mac Baren Mixture Scottish Blend 2 years, 11 months ago
Good review Kevin!
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Python wrote a new blog post: Peterson Sunset Breeze - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 11 months ago
Peterson – Sunset Breeze
By Bob TateWhen I opened this tin I was greeted by a strong yet nice sweet aroma of Amaretto and, to me, some other smells. I also picked up some slight hints of chocolate, caramel, and vanilla. I don’t know if my nose was breaking down the aroma or my nose was [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Samuel Gawith Full Virginia Flake - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 12 months ago
Yes, I have aged it. It gets even better. I have some with almost 3 years on it and still going. It does get hard though because the longer you let it age, the longer you want to leave it to age more. It’s very difficult to open when it ages for awhile because you [...]
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Python commented on the blog post G. L. Pease Odyssey Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 12 months ago
Good review Kevin!
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Python wrote a new blog post: Pipes: They’re Not Just for the Wealthy 2 years, 12 months ago
Pipes: They’re Not Just for the Wealthy
By Bob TateThere is always going to be a raging debate in the pipe world about the cost of a pipe. Some people swear that a more expensive pipe is better than an inexpensive pipe and others will say that price doesn’t matter on how a pipe smokes. I would [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Samuel Gawith Full Virginia Flake - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 12 months ago
As far as how many flakes does it take to fill a bowl, it depends on the pipe and the size of the flake. I would say it takes between 1 and 2 flakes on average.
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Python commented on the blog post Pipe Smoker’s Rights & Cigar Rights of America 2 years, 12 months ago
I would join if they included more types of tobacco. I am of the mind that we need a tobacco organization, just like Eddie said, some type of NRA for tobacco users. Maybe a TRA, Tobacco Rights of America.
I am not too surprised that you haven’t heard from them about it though. It seems that [...] -
Python wrote a new blog post: Samuel Gawith Full Virginia Flake - Pipe Tobacco Review 2 years, 12 months ago
Samuel Gawith – Full Virginia Flake
By Bob TateI have smoked this blend in both tinned and bulk. The tobacco in the tin contains a little more moisture and that is where the differences end. I can detect no difference in flavor, aroma, or any other qualities from either the tinned or bulk. The tin aroma [...]
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Python commented on the blog post One Brave Tobacconist Fights Insanity in Canada 3 years ago
This anti tobacco stuff is getting crazier and crazier all of the time.
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Python wrote a new blog post: Hearth & Home Anniversary Kake - Pipe Tobacco Review 3 years ago
Hearth & Home – Anniversary Kake
By Bob TateBrand: Hearth & Home (pipesandcigars.com)
Blend: Anniversary Kake
Blender: Russ Ouellette
Description from their website: Anniversary Kake- We wanted to celebrate the 1st anniversary of the Hearth and Home tobaccos with a special blend, and due to a fortunate “accident”, we were able to create this one. We ordered a blending [...] -
Python commented on the blog post Hal O’ the Wynd Pipe Tobacco Review 3 years ago
Nice review!
I have been wanting to try this tobacco for a long time, I have just not gotten around to it yet.
So many tobaccos, so little time. lol
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Python commented on the blog post Mac Baren In Chicago 3 years ago
I didn’t know they had some left. I am surprised that they didn’t sell out.
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Python commented on the blog post Mac Baren In Chicago 3 years ago
I think that they were produced in limited quantities just for Chicago. They were a limited edition canister and each one was numbered, so I don’t think that we can even buy them in the US.
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Python commented on the blog post Peterson Irish Flake - Pipe Tobacco Review 3 years ago
This is a must try tobacco if you like strong straight tobacco.
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Python commented on the blog post Peterson Irish Flake - Pipe Tobacco Review 3 years ago
This is a must try tobacco if you like strong, straight tobacco.
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Python wrote a new blog post: Peterson Irish Flake - Pipe Tobacco Review 3 years ago
Peterson – Irish Flake
By Bob Tate
Peterson Irish Flake Tin
Flakes in the TinBrand: Peterson
Blend: Irish Flake
Tin Description: A full bodied blend made of equal proportions air-cured, flue cured, and dark fired. True to the pure, unspoilt tobacco taste. Recommended for the experienced pipe smoker.
Country: Ireland
Cure: Air Cured, Flue Cured, Fire Cured
Cut: Flake
Tobaccos: Virginia, Kentucky
Packaging: Tin
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Python commented on the blog post Divided We Fall: The Self Segregation of Smokers 3 years ago
I agree Alan. It is a sad time that we’re living in right now.
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Python commented on the blog post Divided We Fall: The Self Segregation of Smokers 3 years ago
I agree Alan. Theseare sad times that we’re living in right now.
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Python commented on the blog post Health Benefits of Pipe Smoking 3 years ago
Great article Kevin!
Lots of good info!
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Python commented on the blog post Chicago Pipe Show 2009 Report 3 years ago
Great piece Kevin with some great photos!
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Python commented on the blog post Divided We Fall: The Self Segregation of Smokers 3 years ago
Here is an article written by G.L. Pease that I found last night. It is a few months old, but it pertains to the same subject.
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Python wrote a new blog post: Divided We Fall: The Self Segregation of Smokers 3 years ago
Divided We Fall: The Self Segregation of Smokers
By Bob TateThere is a world war going on right now. It is a war against tobacco. It sounds silly doesn’t it? Unfortunately it’s true. The anti tobacco supporters have waged war using one of the oldest strategies, Divide and Conquer. And it’s working to perfection. Tobacco users [...]
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Python commented on the blog post The 2009 Chicagoland Int’l Pipe & Tobacciana Show 3 years ago
Great article Kevin!
I wish I was able to make it this year. I will be planning to try and make it next year. I’m looking forward to more write ups about the show!
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Python commented on the blog post My Christmas Pipe 3 years ago
Yeah! Get to it Jaxz!
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Python wrote a new blog post: Samuel Gawith Fire Dance Flake - Pipe Tobacco Review 3 years ago
Samuel Gawith – Fire Dance Flake
By Bob TateBrand: Samuel Gawith
Blend: Fire Dance Flake
Tin Description: A blend of fine Virginias with the flavour of Blackberries, Brandy, & Vanilla from The House of Samuel Gawith, Kendal, England
Description from their website: Developed with one of the U.S.A.’s lady smokers, Fire Dance is Our Best Brown 6″ Flake subtly [...] -
Python wrote a new blog post: My Christmas Pipe 3 years ago
My Christmas Pipe
By Bob TateYou are probably wondering why I named this ‘My Christmas Pipe’ when May has barely begun. Well, read on and you’ll find out.
The summer of 1996 was the year when I started to really want to get into pipes. I was 22 at the time and for reasons that I can not [...]
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Python commented on the blog post Samuel Gawith Fire Dance Flake - Pipe Tobacco Review 3 years ago
Thanks Kevin!
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Python commented on the blog post Samuel Gawith Fire Dance Flake - Pipe Tobacco Review 3 years ago
Thanks guys!
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Python commented on the blog post My Christmas Pipe 3 years ago
Thanks Kevin! Yeah, my wife is pretty tolerant of my smoking. I even smoke in the house.
LOL about the tongue bite. Unfortunately, most of the time, it is a necessary evil when starting out. But perseverance through the beginning phases are well worth the reward once you get the hang of it.
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Python commented on the blog post Samuel Gawith Re-Introduces Blend 3 years ago
Maybe you will be able to get a tin. Let us know if you do.
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Python commented on the blog post Mac Baren In Chicago 3 years ago
Cool! Let us know if you get any Acadian or a canister deal.
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Python wrote a new blog post: Mac Baren In Chicago 3 years ago
Mac Baren Tobacco will be represented at The Chicago Pipe Show. In attendance will be Per Jensen, Frank Blews, Shawn Fleming, Kara Babinski, and Gene Thompson. They will be there talking to people and answering questions about Mac Baren tobaccos.
At the show, they will be introducing a new tobacco blend. The blend is HH Acadian [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Samuel Gawith Re-Introduces Blend 3 years ago
Samuel Gawith will be re-introducing a blend at the Chicago Pipe Show this year. The blend has been out of production for quite some time and is called Scotch Cut Mixture. Bob and Graham from Samuel Gawith Tobacco will be in attendance at the show.
For the Chicago Show, Samuel Gawith has produced a Limited Edition release of 500 numbered 100gr [...]
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Python wrote a new blog post: Test #3 3 years ago
test test test test test
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Python wrote a new blog post: Test #2 3 years ago
Testing. testing. testing. testing.test.test
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Python wrote a new blog post: Testing 3 years ago
Test post. This is a test.
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