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  1. K.E. Powell

    Stanwell pipes

    I've Stanwells in both its Danish and Italian incarnations, and both are excellent and offer a lot of bang for the buck. I get why old heads will staunchly defend the Danish pipes, because they are truly excellent and are slowly but surely becoming collectible, to say nothing of the history of...
  2. K.E. Powell

    Erin Go Bragh Question

    I had an Erin pipe once. If you get them cheap, they aren't too bad. But their quality isn't up to Peterson. I had a Limerick, and it's army mount fit was really too tight and the walls of the pipe a bit thin. But for $60, it was a serviceable pipe and looked decent. I ended up gifting it...
  3. K.E. Powell

    Anyone Seal Vacuum Tins With Tape

    I do not. I trust tins about as far as I can shit. Most of my tobacco goes right into a parfait jar as soon as I can do so. That being said, I guess this tape couldn't hurt. I don't think it would help much with a seal, but it can't hurt. However, it would serve as an obvious indicator...
  4. K.E. Powell

    Why Peterson?

    I don't hate the p-lip, but I do prefer a more classically styled button. I like having rubber bits on my stems, and they are kind of a pain in the ass to get on a p-lip, especially the smaller ones. But I don't clench much anyway, so it's not a major deterrent for me. But I get why they...
  5. K.E. Powell

    Why Peterson?

    I'm partial to Peterson's. I like the classic yet muscular aesthetics, but more importantly, they have a great line of army mount/spigot pipes at fair prices. There are a few factory brands that are, in my experience, more consistent in their quality, e.g., Neerup and Stanwell. But few hit...
  6. K.E. Powell

    Pipe Myths

    I know this is somewhat off topic, but in that Yello-Bole ad, they mention spraying their bowls with honey. What was the purpose of that? Does it work, or is it just a marketing gimmick?
  7. K.E. Powell

    Need Advice: Book About Moby-Dick - "Read it if You Can"

    I'm not sure what advice you are seeking. Are you asking us on advice on how to get published? Are you asking us advice on how to get other people to acknowledge your genius? I understand you cannot divulge the thesis of your book, but you wasn't exactly clear on what kind of book this will...
  8. K.E. Powell

    Quick Smoke Tobaccos

    I'd argue that Cosmo had the right of it by suggesting using a smaller pipe, a smaller amount of tobacco, or just finishing the tobacco later. But if you got to get a smoke in, then a lot of the burley-based codger blends are your best bet. Something like Sir Walter Raleigh. These blends tend...
  9. K.E. Powell

    Pipe Myths

    Yes, I agree with that. But the world has moved on, and old men sitting out in front of the pipe store sharing stories is largely a thing of the past these days. I try not to pine for lost worlds or strive for imagined ones; I live in the present and try to never indulge in wishful thinking or...
  10. K.E. Powell

    Pipe Myths

    Boy, did you hit on some powerful stuff here. This is an excellent post! I'm of mixed mind about this. Surely, you are absolutely correct, i.e. the wealth of digital information has made people quick to take intellectual shortcuts and avoid as much trouble from trial-and-error as possible...
  11. K.E. Powell

    Savinelli Dropped on Floor

    Well, I find myself thinking a lot when I smoke. Puts me in a ponderous mood. But yes, you've the right of it! :)
  12. K.E. Powell

    Savinelli Dropped on Floor

    Dmitri, briar is tough. A drop to the floor can possibly damage briar, but it is rather unlikely. If you aren't seeing any cracks or the like, you're probably fine. The stem is easier to damage, but it is also, well, obvious when it is; you'll see cracks or the damage will be evident as you...
  13. K.E. Powell

    What are You Reading Now?

    Currently reading through Mike Carey and Peter Gross' comic series, "The Unwritten." It's very enjoyable. It is definitely part of the whole "story about stories" subgenre of dark fantasy, which is like nip to me.
  14. K.E. Powell

    Pipe Myths

    I'm not sure anything I would list here would count as myths, but they are ideas I treat skeptically and do not employ in my own pipe smoking, despite their general acceptance in most pipe smoking circles. 1. You need to break-in a pipe before you can really smoke it as it was meant to be...
  15. K.E. Powell

    ***What Are You Smoking, January 2023?***

    Got me a new Boswell pipe as a birthday treat. Came with an ounce of his new blend, Old School." It's just my jam. It's like a gourmet version of Prince Albert. Much more body and flavor, but just as smooth and a touch sweeter. I'm loving it a good deal and will likely buy more in due time.
  16. K.E. Powell

    What is your pipe cleaning routine?

    I don't let much cake build up in my pipes, so after a smoke, once I finish cleaning out the stem and mortise with a pipe cleaner, I will fold that cleaner and swab out the chamber, removing any excess soot and tobacco. I may use the scoop on my czech tool to remove more stubborn deposits. I...
  17. K.E. Powell

    Peterson Pipe Question

    Bullet already nailed it with his excellent post. But Coreios, if you do get a system, make sure you read up on proper maintenance and cleaning. It's not super difficult, but the reservoir that traps excess moisture needs to be cleaned carefully after each smoke. Provided you are dutiful...
  18. K.E. Powell

    DoGooders

    Trying to limit drinking in New Orleans would be like trying to remove the stank from a hunk of shit. Not a chance in hell it will pass. It's the lifeblood of their tourist trade. Last time I was there, I had a blast. I was ripped to the tits by 10am while checking out some voodoo...
  19. K.E. Powell

    Army Mounts and Handmade/Artisan Pipes

    Dave, those pipes are quite handsome! Very cool!
  20. K.E. Powell

    Army Mounts and Handmade/Artisan Pipes

    I have a feeling this is a question with a very simple answer, or that I am simply not looking hard enough. But it seems most handmade/artisan Pipes stick to a traditional tenon and mortise fit. I don't see many craftsmen/women make pipes with an army mount. What is the reason for that? Or is my...
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