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  1. jmsmitty6

    Help Me with Cavicchi

    I have owned at least 6 Castello’s and 3 Cavicchi pipes. The Cavicchi’s are the better of the two for me for the following reasons: the blasts/grain and attention to detail regarding the stem work. However, as others have stated more eloquently, an acrylic stem (even done well) is still an...
  2. jmsmitty6

    ***What Are You Smoking, Sept. 2022?***

    2018 C&D Carolina Red Flake, rubbed out, in a sandblasted Tom Eltang Lovat. I hope that everyone had a great weekend. Jason
  3. jmsmitty6

    ***What Are You Smoking, Sept. 2022?***

    C&D Opening Night, rubbed out, in a faceted J Alan sandblasted billiard. Week felt longer than usual. I hope that everyone has a great beginning to their weekend. Jason
  4. jmsmitty6

    Pipe Maker Jason Patrick on Radio Show of September 13, 2022

    Great show Brian. I had the pleasure to fortuitously sit next to Jason in the smoking tent at Chicago this year. He was a super nice guy that just had his pipes sitting out in front of him. The pipes looked to be in a pretty good state and he seemed excited about the feedback that he had...
  5. jmsmitty6

    ***What Are You Smoking, Sept. 2022?***

    C&D Anthology, rubbed out, in a sandblasted Eltang lovat. I hope that everyone is having a good week so far. Jason
  6. jmsmitty6

    ***What Are You Smoking, Sept. 2022?***

    Well, that Bengal's game was....something. Trying to unwind with some C&D Opening Night, rubbed out, in my faceted sandblasted J Alan billiard. Hope everyone had a great weekend. Jason
  7. jmsmitty6

    ***What Are You Smoking, Sept. 2022?***

    Smoking some C&D Opening Night, rubbed up, in a sandblasted Eltang lovat and catching up on the London Irish v. Worcester match. Have a great weekend everyone. Jason
  8. jmsmitty6

    ***What Are You Smoking, Sept. 2022?***

    Newminster 400, rubbed out, in a sandblasted Tom Eltang sandblasted lovat. Jason
  9. jmsmitty6

    Storing Tins

    In general, if it’s square (Sam Gawith, Capstan, OGS, etc.) I possess a general distrust. This is not based on any personal experience, just feel like I’m protecting an investment. Those tins I Mylar bag. Everything else I just store in a cool, dry, dark location. I’ve never had a tin issue...
  10. jmsmitty6

    ***What Are You Smoking, Sept. 2022?***

    C&D Opening Night, rubbed out, in a faceted J Alan sandblasted billiard. Jason
  11. jmsmitty6

    ***What Are You Smoking, August 2022?***

    First attempt at a picture of the pipe I'm smoking in this thread. Newminster 400, rubbed out this evening, in a sandblasted Chris Asteriou billiard. I hope that everyone has a great start to their weekend. Jason
  12. jmsmitty6

    Pipe Maker Doug Finlay on Radio Show of August 23, 2022

    It is always nice to hear from new pipe makers and get an idea of their background as oftentimes it dictates their pipe making philosophy. I will have to check out Doug's pipes on Instagram and at the next pipe show that I can make it to. It sounds like his attention to detail regarding stems is...
  13. jmsmitty6

    2022 NASPC (Columbus Ohio) Pipe Show

    As someone who usually smokes alone at my house, this is the real purpose of a pipe show for me. Was I disappointed that I couldn't score deals, yes. However, always great to have a bowl and share experiences with other pipe smokers. I'm glad that you had such a great time. Jason
  14. jmsmitty6

    2022 NASPC (Columbus Ohio) Pipe Show

    I would echo @VirginiaMan's sentiments. There was a derth of quality tobacco and the prices for what was on offer was higher than the show last year. I showed up with money to spend and walked out with just two frankly overpriced tins. Overall, shows are great, but comparing 2021 to 2022 these...
  15. jmsmitty6

    ***What Are You Smoking, August 2022?***

    Newminster 400 in a smooth Foundation by Musico lovat. I hope that everyone had a great weekend. Back at it tomorrow. Jason
  16. jmsmitty6

    ***What Are You Smoking, August 2022?***

    C&D Opening Night in a sandblasted J Alan billiard. First time at a pipe show without walking home with a pipe, but had a fantastic time in Columbus. I hope that everyone is having a great evening. Jason
  17. jmsmitty6

    ***What Are You Smoking, August 2022?***

    Newminster 400, rubbed out in a J Alan faceted sandblasted billiard. Early weekend for me. I hope everyone has a great day. Jason
  18. jmsmitty6

    ***What Are You Smoking, August 2022?***

    I hope it treats you well and smokes a dream. Jason
  19. jmsmitty6

    Hello from Deep Under the Mountains ....(Ohio)

    Welcome from Cincinnati
  20. jmsmitty6

    ***What Are You Smoking, August 2022?***

    C&D Opening Night in a rusticated Suhr billiard. Have a great weekend. Jason