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  1. DanWil84

    Smoking Filter Pipes Without a Filter - why the adapters ?

    I get that, but that's not what I experience. Maybe I deliberately adjust my technique because of the larger airway.
  2. DanWil84

    Blessing or Curse?

    Where a lot start with an aromatic, I started pipe smoking 1 year ago with MB Golden Blend (or extra for USA). Loved the nutty cocao taste of it and still do! Got a bit of hang on Orientals (Presbyterian) without a lot of Latakia. I also enjoyed MB Navy Flake straight away, liked the rum/honey...
  3. DanWil84

    How Do You Find the Right Pipe Maker to Commission?

    I look at their social media where most modern pipe makers post their portfolio. I was impressed by @Chasing Embers 2021 Halloween pipe by J Everett, looked at his Instagram and loved the other pipes, so I commissioned one. Sean Reum does a nice Instagram live feed when working and I loved...
  4. DanWil84

    *** What Are You Drinking? *** February 2022

    Normally Islay peated malt is not my jam, but this barrel aged beer! It still smells like an Ardbeg 10yo, but it isn't as sharp, keeps the sweetness of a typical stout. Wouldn't pair it with a pipe or cigar, I typically drink or smoke either. @mawnansmiff that is the guinness we can get in the...
  5. DanWil84

    The Grass is Always Greener!

    I very much agree with your post. Sometimes I'm bummed I can't get certain American brands being in Europe, when I see some people talking about how great it would be to have HU tobacco in the USA without having to order it from Germany, I'm not that bummed anymore. What I'm more bummed about is...
  6. DanWil84

    The Kindness of a Member

    This is why this community is so great. I've been on other forums on differend kind of subjects and to be honest this forum has the least crap among members. Is it the moderation of it? Maybe, but it still isn't very noticeable to me. On other tobacco (especially cigars) forums people nuke the...
  7. DanWil84

    Planning My Visit to Pfeifen Huber Pipe Shop

    My time in Munich was before smoking, but next to apperantly great pipeshops, also enjoy the city itself! Beautiful, almost moved there.
  8. DanWil84

    Tips for Keeping a Pipe Lit

    Also from a noob so don't take my word for it. Dry your tobacco more than you think you should Pack lighter than you think you should Tamp less than you think you should Tamp with little pressure than you think you should If it goes out try to spike the ember with puffing with 1 or 2 fingers...
  9. DanWil84

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

    @JOHN72 looking good with your first briar Sir! And nice you had a job interview, fingers crossed ??
  10. DanWil84

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

    A sample of SG KC Flake in my Altinay Dublin Nosewarmer
  11. DanWil84

    PAD and This Website

    I think your last premise is the right one, it can push you into a certain direction and decide to pull the trigger on something you see here, but that's a conscious decision you make at that moment. It's not like anyone truly makes me buying anything here. It's the same with social media and...
  12. DanWil84

    Everyone Looking Forward To Reacher?

    @hauntedmyst i missed a good MoFo in that movie, so we disregard that role. Was one of his worst, next to being Nick Fury. Watched the first 3 episodes and have watched the movies before. I liked the series more, but well have to see how it develops. Acting is decent for a series that can be...
  13. DanWil84

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

    Thanks! And its a great smoker!
  14. DanWil84

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

    Pick for the evening and night is this Svendborg with OGS
  15. DanWil84

    What do Filters Do?

    I have filtered pipes and filters are indeed supposed to help with excess moisture, but I've never found a advantage or disadvantage on using the filter. I would say proper dried tobacco and a correct smoking technique (not that I'm an expert on that topic) is more important. Some say it...
  16. DanWil84

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

    No you aint! Hahaha. Its a Neerup by Peder Jeppesen. I think for the price he has stellar designs and wood, stems are for me good with nice big buttons to clench. You could view the size as a downside, I enjoy larger bowls for ribbons like this tobacco.
  17. DanWil84

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

    Pipe and fresh cracked tin of tobacco for today.
  18. DanWil84

    Are These Still Relevant?

    Like said a review is subject to personal preference and I think a lot of reviewers don't have the tastebuds to review a blend properly. A example is how polarizing the Ratrays Exotic Passion / Orange reviews are; you either absolutely like or despise it, no inbetweens, just because of how...