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Another F.N.G. with pipe questions
Welcome aboard, Joe. You're in for a fun ride. The Oom Paul, traditionally, isn't a small pipe. Although a number of factories and makers have made them in varying sizes. I had a Oom Paul from Philip Trypis that was less than three inches from shank to heel, and with a lovely full bend. All...- pruss
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- Forum: Pipe Smoking Basics & Beginner Questions
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My First Commissioned Pipe, A Diplomat By Michael Parks
You lie, Harris. I have it on good authority that what Mike said to you was, "Sorry. I don't make those wimpy Danish-oid shapes." -- Pat -
President of L.J. Peretti, Stephen Willett on Radio Show of 4/12/2016
Coffee grounds are a lot like baking soda in that they absorb aromatic elements readily and easily. Don't go too fine on the grind, mind you, you don't need to pulverize them into flour to have the effect you're looking for. -- Pat- pruss
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- Forum: Pipes Magazine Radio Show
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My First Commissioned Pipe, A Diplomat By Michael Parks
No. But it's something he has in abundance. If you'd like to learn patience, you could always become a Cubs or a Maple Leafs fan. -- Pat -
My First Commissioned Pipe, A Diplomat By Michael Parks
It's not done yet, Nate. Hold tight. Mike does his take on the classic British shapes _SO_ well, and he is working from a defined starting place here. I'm guessing that if you guys talked about a partial blast, then that's what you'll get. Mike would probably have already been talking to you... -
President of L.J. Peretti, Stephen Willett on Radio Show of 4/12/2016
Brian, thanks for the history on one of North America's great pipe and tobacco shops. I think "Soup Nazi" comparisons are a little harsh. I've had one experience at the store (http://pipesmagazine.com/forums/topic/lj-peretti-boston-visit) and know now that the gent who served me on my visit...- pruss
- Post #7
- Forum: Pipes Magazine Radio Show
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The (Bull) Dogs of War
Dave, that's a smart looking kennel you've got going on there. That two-dot on the bottom left... Is that a Brigham or a Sasieni? I've never seen a two-dot Brigham in a smooth finish. -- Pat -
OLD BBB PIPE... anybody seen one like this before ??
I'd swear that you're looking at a Barling band on a BBB pipe. The Barlings were silversmiths before pipe makers weren't they? Sablebrush where are you? -- Pat- pruss
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- Forum: Pipe Smoking Basics & Beginner Questions
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On Hipsters
Holy crap... rabbit hole much? *popcorn* I'm just gonna sit here in my plaid shirt, behind my big beard, in my jeans and Blundstones and eat my popcorn. You folks are hilarious! -- Pat- pruss
- Post #200
- Forum: General Pipe Smoking Discussion
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Heirloom PAD - Oldies, Goodies, & Mysteries (Novel Length & PIC HEAVY)
That's how I read that too. Agreed, but I trust these experts when they tell me that these pipes deviate so significantly from Peterson shapes. Mark was wonderfully forthcoming with info and truly an engaged correspondent. Thanks so much for that lead, Al! Oh, I plan to do so! -- Pat -
PLEASE, Talk me Out Of This Michael Parks Squat Bulldog!!
Please buy it... That pipe taunts me, and has been doing so since it hit Mike's site. If I were in a spot to sell some estates that would be number one on my acquisitions list. Please Nate, for the love of all things coffee, reef and pipe related... Buy it and put me out of my misery. -- Pat... -
Heirloom PAD - Oldies, Goodies, & Mysteries (Novel Length & PIC HEAVY)
Thanks for the comments and thoughts, folks. Jason, I was thinking "shop pipes" too. @owen - I'm still a little shocked, truth be told. @Billkay - Would that it were so but both Peterson and the guys who wrote the book on Peterson say that those aren't Pete shapes. @papipeguy - Thanks! The... -
Heirloom PAD - Oldies, Goodies, & Mysteries (Novel Length & PIC HEAVY)
Afternoon folks. I had another one of those fantastic pipe moments last week; one of those convergences that happen when least expected that leaves life richer. As is my wont, I search online want-ads like Craiglist and, our Canadian iteration (Kijiji), for pipes and tobacciana with... -
How To Tell If You Own Enough "Royal Yacht"
It's not that I don't like it... It's just that I like other tobaccos more. That and the fact that I don't smoke aromatics very often. *grin* *duck* -- Pat- pruss
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- Forum: General Pipe Smoking Discussion
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How To Tell If You Own Enough "Royal Yacht"
1) Check cellar for tin of Royal Yacht with one bowl taken out of it. 2) Confirm presence of said tin. 3) Nod wisely. 4) Walk away from cellar satisfied that you have enough Royal Yacht. -- Pat- pruss
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- Forum: General Pipe Smoking Discussion
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Made in Canada - Brigham PAD
Thanks for the kind words, gang. I'm chuffed with both of these pipes. James, "Post up"? Really? Ok, I'll do one better, I'll set a screen. Here is the reason why I've been semi-retired on the forums lately. http://pipesmagazine.com/wp-content/blogs.dir/1/files/album/7138/1-591x600.jpg... -
Made in Canada - Brigham PAD
Yeah, Yaddy, I've seen that catalogue too... I just have a hard time buying 29 as an Author. It's too long and too graceful to be an Author. But who am I to argue with the manufacturer? Heavens forfend I turn this into a cherrywood v. poker discussion. PS - Your 613 is a stunner! -- Pat -
Made in Canada - Brigham PAD
Over the last month we've had a good dialogue about the relative merits of Brigham pipes. Being in Canada, they are ubiquitous, but not always available in the highest grades or rarer shapes and finishes. I am a booster of the higher grade "Made in Canada" Brighams and am now able to point to... -
Brigham Pipes...What Do You Think ?
THAT... Lads; is a helluva pipe. It is probably the finest example of his work that I've seen. The fact that it comes with an original letter from John to the buyer is just icing on the cake. --Pat PS - Glukler if this pipe sells in the next 24 hours I'll take a hefty discount on that Parks...- pruss
- Post #26
- Forum: General Pipe Smoking Discussion
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New resto guy needs to get schooled
Hey Fluffie. A couple questions to narrow the field... What are you using to buff and apply wax? How fast is your buffing setup? What steps are you following prior to applying carnauba? We'll get you to the bottom of this! -- Pat EDIT - George you win the pithy answers of the year award. LOL- pruss
- Post #3
- Forum: Pipe Repair and Maintenance