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  1. sparroa

    Questions About Pipe Smoking In The Past

    I think it is most interesting to look beyond the hundred year mark because, as condorlover notes, the rise of cigarettes and the decline of pipe smoking had already begun by 1918. I think it would be more interesting to spend a day in someone like Mark Twain's shoes. Living from 1835-1910, he...
  2. sparroa

    Accelerated Aging?

    Sorry for dogpiling you there, transpose. I see now that you actually never said anything about smoking them - just that you couldn't bring yourself to throw them away. My bad... Anyways, here's the Gospel of GLP again, from the link that Sable shared. Q: What's the best way to store tobacco for...
  3. sparroa

    4 NOGGINS & CANADIANS

    From what I've heard, nothing has changed at 4noggins except the ownership. Either way, it is Customs that you have to worry about since they are the ones selectively enforcing the regulations. They have no accountability and the amount you are charged will depend upon the individual who writes...
  4. sparroa

    Accelerated Aging?

    Agreed, don't open your jars that are being cellared. From what I have read, it just disturbs the aging process. Also, aging is not something magical - it is just change over time. There are many blends that are better fresh and sometimes aging can even have unpredictable effects on tobaccos...
  5. sparroa

    Questions About Pipe Smoking In The Past

    In the nineteenth century, at least, plug tobacco was very common and often chewed or smoked in a pipe. Other forms like rope and twist tobacco were also prevalent. If I recall correctly, meerschaum was also one of the most popular pipe materials until briar came on the scene. Meers are...
  6. sparroa

    What Makes A Blend "Easy to Smoke"

    I find the MacBaren HH flakes very easy to smoke. I keep mentioning them but they stand out in my mind compared to all other tinned tobaccos I have tried for being simple to light and enjoy.
  7. sparroa

    Accelerated Aging?

    Not directly, but you are dreaming if you think you don't inhale anything from your pipe - intentionally or otherwise.
  8. sparroa

    Accelerated Aging?

    Inhaling fine particles? lol I would still take a pass.
  9. sparroa

    Dunhill Nightcap

    I lost my taste for latakia after about six months but it was nice while it lasted. Still, I am thinking about buying some Nightcap before it is too late. If only for the classic tin art... How much perique do you get with this blend? I can't envision what that would be like - I'm assuming it is...
  10. sparroa

    Accelerated Aging?

    You left glass-laden tobacco lying on a wooden surface in your garage for two years and still have plans to smoke it? You are a braver man than me... Since tobacco aging is basically about controlling decay under specific conditions for optimal results, I don't think your aging method was very...
  11. sparroa

    Old Port Pipe Tobacco

    I know there is no financial advantage for a Canadian to purchase locally but I was just wondering about the legality of online shopping for tobacco in Canada from a source within the same province. I know that a site like SmokingPipes which ships from state to state would be prohibited from...
  12. sparroa

    Recommendations for a Carter Hall Fan?

    I also saw tobacco reviews claiming that Prince Albert was reformulated relatively recently. Does anyone know if that is true?
  13. sparroa

    3 Nuns Green

    Higher prices are the future, gentlemen... I have seen enough price increases in the last six months to conclude that $15 isn't that outlandish anymore. There are some blends like Salty Dogs that are even more expensive for 50 g.
  14. sparroa

    Old Port Pipe Tobacco

    Let us know how it is! So is online tobacco shopping allowed in Canada within the same province? It is my understanding that it is illegal across provincial lines.
  15. sparroa

    Fine White Ash - Really?

    This is not really a requirement. Some pipes and some tobaccos facilitate more efficient combustion but incredible smokes can still lead to coarse and dark dottle. There isn't really anything wrong with that... Lacking a fine white ash is not something to be concerned about since it is more of...
  16. sparroa

    Jarring Flake Tobacco, Rub or No

    I did not run full studies or anything but I have aged similar flake and ready rubbed tobaccos for the same duration of time and observed that I prefer the flakes. I also prefer Samuel Gawith's thicker tinned flakes over the thinner sliced bulk because it seems to age better IMO. Of course...
  17. sparroa

    Jarring Flake Tobacco, Rub or No

    It is based on my experience and personal preference. I don't have the scientific background to conclusively prove what is going on behind the scenes but I sense a difference and I like the results better with aged flakes. They also are much neater and easier to quantify and they fit nicely in...
  18. sparroa

    Jarring Flake Tobacco, Rub or No

    I would never rub them out before jarring because, in my opinion, flakes are far better for cellaring. I suspect that there could be a slightly different fermentation process going on within those dense slices. Either way, you could always rub out the jar in full when you are ready to smoke it...
  19. sparroa

    Looking for a Good Basic Virginia Flake

    Just about every VA under the sun has been mentioned but most of them are excellent choices so I doubt you will be led too far astray. Full Virginia Flake is one of my favourites - when it smokes well, there is almost nothing better. I find the aroma especially enjoyable for a straight...
  20. sparroa

    Recommendations for a Carter Hall Fan?

    I'm sure it will be decent for times when I want a quick smoke. I'll probably get a small pouch from SmokingPipes to see where I stand. I can't blind buy a huge tub in good conscience... I read a few reviews lately saying it was the closest OTC to Wessex so I need to find out if it is even...
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