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  1. rickpal14

    Chicago 2012 Show Article #1

    Great article! I totally agree with Chris's take on the smoking tent. I found it to be a great communal area to meet and people watch!
  2. rickpal14

    My Pal Rickpal14

    Thanks Kevin! Just got back into town and just saw the thread! It was great meeting you and the other members!! Great time and I am already making plans for next year... I am smoking a James Upshall Tilshead XL.....
  3. rickpal14

    McCranie’s Pipe and Tobacco Shop, Charlotte NC

    I just got into my hotel after spending a few hours and a few bowls there!! Great guys and the Red Ribbon and Murdock's Pipe blends are fantastic... Took home 2 tins of each for the cellar. Hoping to get back there tomorrow before my flight out in the evening..... :D
  4. rickpal14

    Pipe Sweepstakes- In memory of Sonny

    Nording I couldn't imagine how it would feel to lose my dog that way..... my thought are with your family....
  5. rickpal14

    Fun at the Chicago Pipe Show

    Hi Winton! While I was only able to go for the day Saturday I will definitely go for a few days next year!! As my first pipe show ever I can safely say that I was overwhelmed!! Pipes and tobacco EVERYWHERE!!!! I spent 3 hours just roaming the show floor before I realized that I was missing all...
  6. rickpal14

    Where are the Chicago Pipe Show updates?

    Hello steyrshrek!!!! I just got back home after flying into the show for the day. I was only able to go Saturday but will definitely go for a few days next year!! I will post a few pic tomorrow morning.... After talking to the guys about the amount of sleep (or lack thereof) that they are...
  7. rickpal14

    Who's Attending the Chicago Pipe Show???

    I'll get some during the PM.com meeting tomorrow.... Getting ready to fly out tomorrow AM....... :lol:
  8. rickpal14

    Anyone have any experience with Mr Snuff?

    It's in Ireland.
  9. rickpal14

    Dunhill Nightcap

    +1 Jud!!!
  10. rickpal14

    Who's Attending the Chicago Pipe Show???

    24 hours from now and I will be just arriving..... the anticipation is killing me!!!
  11. rickpal14

    Who's Attending the Chicago Pipe Show???

    I will be there about 8AM Sat.. Can't wait!!!!
  12. rickpal14

    Westminster: Should I Open and Split up a 16 oz Tin?

    I agree with Igloo.... crack open a new tin and then you can imagine what the ageing tin will taste like in 5 yrs!!
  13. rickpal14

    Anyone have any experience with Mr Snuff?

    The scary thing is even with shipping, it was about the same price a tin here in NY!!!! Gotta love NYS taxes!! :crying:
  14. rickpal14

    Anyone have any experience with Mr Snuff?

    I ordered a tin of Sam Gawith Jubilee 2012 last month from Mr. Snuff and I received it 4 days later. Not too bad for an international delivery!
  15. rickpal14

    Who's Attending the Chicago Pipe Show???

    I guess you'll just have to survive with us then!! :wink:
  16. rickpal14

    Who's Attending the Chicago Pipe Show???

    So you are leaving your "limo driver" for a weekend to hang around with a bunch of middle aged pipe smoking guys????........... I think I may be starting to doubt your decision making abilities Kevin!!! :nana: Looking forward to meeting you and the other members Saturday!
  17. rickpal14

    Russ Ouellette in Hospital

    Damn.. that's right around the corner from me!! I'll go see him tomorrow night. Thanks for the update Kevin!
  18. rickpal14

    Anyone know how to build a cheap buffer?

    I have found that a Dremel will have WAY too much speed, even at its lowest level. Carnauba needs an RPM of about 1750 with a 6" wheel to be applied properly. If the RPM's are too high it will not achieve its proper shine. I use an adjustable speed drill in a vise with a locking clamp to hold...
  19. rickpal14

    Cartoon: Pipe Maintenance

    Where do I sign up????? :nana:
  20. rickpal14

    Who's Attending the Chicago Pipe Show???

    With the show just a few days away I thought it would be a good idea to see who will be attending so we can look out for each other... I will only be there Saturday as I have a business trip later that week. I fly into O'Hare at 7:30 so I am hoping to be at the tent by 8:30AM........ I will be a...