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Storing Tobacco Questions
Regarding #5, 250 ml jars should be your standard if you are jarring one tin at a time. You will comfortably fit 50g of loose cut tobacco in there with some space at the top. Flakes can be tricky - it all depends on the blend and the shape of the jars. You will probably be able to fit two tins...- sparroa
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- Forum: Pipe Tobacco Discussion
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Storing Tobacco Questions
1. A lot of pipe smokers cellar their tobacco because they are hedging against future price increases (thus have no plans for immediate consumption) or because they desire to age the blend. This additional maturation encourages a general improvement of the tobacco - marrying flavours and...- sparroa
- Post #4
- Forum: Pipe Tobacco Discussion
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Grandfathers Old Pipes
I'm sorry that the pipes are long gone. My grandfather's pipes were also discarded after his death over 40 years ago, along with most of his other belongings. I have only recovered two "artifacts" from his life but I have picked up a few anecdotes and stories along the way. You see, I am his...- sparroa
- Post #28
- Forum: General Pipe Smoking Discussion
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In Praise of The Humble Cob.
For the record I have never seen another individual smoking a corn cob pipe, but if I do I shall strike up a chat with them! -
First VaPer Suggestions?
Lads, I pretty much agree. I think that Escudo and St. James Flake are the pinnacle of the Virginia Perique blend. That's not to say that there aren't other perfectly good representatives out there, but when you get these blends in the right pipe at the right moisture at the right time - they...- sparroa
- Post #29
- Forum: Pipe Tobacco Discussion
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Does a Dryer Tobacco Burn Hotter?
For me it depends on the blend. Some benefit from a little more moisture than others. I have not found a tobacco yet that suited me at an almost crispy texture. It definitely accelerates the smoke - it'll burn like wildfire if you let it. All the same, steam burn is an even worse problem so you...- sparroa
- Post #6
- Forum: Pipe Smoking Basics & Beginner Questions
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Any Sugar Barrel Fans Here?
Roth, I don't doubt that they have their charms. I used to see glimpses of their appeal but I was never converted. Trust me, if they were cheap and easily accessible I would probably smoke them much more frequently. If I could get a pouch of the stuff for $4 at the local gas bar whenever my...- sparroa
- Post #10
- Forum: Pipe Tobacco Discussion
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In Praise of The Humble Cob.
If you don't like them - fine, free country... If you haven't tried them - get out there and get one today! You owe it to yourself... They are THE best value out there in the pipe smoking world. You don't need a $1000 pipe for that "revelation" or "nirvana" smoke - with the right variables in... -
Any Sugar Barrel Fans Here?
The OTCs have recently slipped quite a bit in my personal rankings... I had high hopes for Sugar Barrel but I am glad I didn't go for the tub. It's not that its bad, I'd just rather have something else, namely straight VA or burley. I think I find the codger burleys in general a little too...- sparroa
- Post #9
- Forum: Pipe Tobacco Discussion
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Jackknife versus Triple Play
Thanks mrenglish. Just what I was looking for. (Don't let that keep other people from responding, I would love to hear more opinions - especially assessments of Triple play which does not get much attention overall) A lot of people out there in Forumland give the impression that Triple Play is...- sparroa
- Post #3
- Forum: Pipe Tobacco Discussion
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Classify and Describe the C&D/Pease VAs?
Bob, I didn't mean to pain you in anyway and I see your POV but I think there is probably considerable overlap from a raw materials standpoint. Pease probably has "finer" ingredients but at approximately the same prices I dare say there is a lot of crossover in the quality of leaf used. I don't...- sparroa
- Post #4
- Forum: Pipe Tobacco Discussion
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Jackknife versus Triple Play
In the same vein as my other thread, I am interested in knowing the difference between Jackknife Plug and Triple Play. I've separated this topic from the rest to keep it simple... TP contains perique, but is that the only difference? From my readings at TR.com I am led to believe that TP is...- sparroa
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Classify and Describe the C&D/Pease VAs?
Between the Cornell & Diehl and GL Pease brands, there are quite a lot of Virginias. With a few exceptions, they don't seem to be as celebrated as the European or even the McClelland Virginias. Why do you think that is? Is it simply because they are too young and green out of the gates or is it...- sparroa
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- Forum: Pipe Tobacco Discussion
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What's the Difference???
While there are plenty of English blends - pipe tobaccos made in England - I usually reserve the term for a flake/mixture classically consisting of Virginia, Oriental, and Latakia tobaccos. I also consider (rightly or wrongly) Balkan blends to have a stronger emphasis on the Oriental/Latakia...- sparroa
- Post #9
- Forum: Pipe Smoking Basics & Beginner Questions
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A GBD Meerschaum or Not?
I wouldn't bid on that unless you feel like gambling with $20. I don't know anything about GBD made meerschaums (or if they even exist) but as Chris points out that pipe does NOT appear to belong to that box so you are a) dealing with an ignorant seller or b) dealing with an unscrupulous seller... -
Essential Pipe Cleaners for Bent Stem Pipes
BJ Long's are the best, good recommendation by all.- sparroa
- Post #13
- Forum: Pipe Smoking Basics & Beginner Questions
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Kicking Back With Some Best Brown Watching...
Its all good, I was just wondering what you decided! Let us know one way or another if you like it when you get a tin and finally fire up a bowl. I'm craving a bit of tonquin myself - I might have a small bowl today.- sparroa
- Post #9
- Forum: General Pipe Smoking Discussion
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The Flake Mistake
I'd say it is easy with MacBarens flakes but I have never found another blend that was conducive to the fold and stuff.- sparroa
- Post #17
- Forum: General Pipe Smoking Discussion
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Nicotine Addiction For Non Inhalers?
Not inhaling will go a long way in your quest to avoid a nicotine addiction, but it won't necessarily prevent one. Chew some tobacco and you'll be blown away by the amount of nicotine uptake. After a couple of chews I got a nicotine hangover and 1-2 days that I spent craving the stuff. I smoked...- sparroa
- Post #17
- Forum: General Pipe Smoking Discussion
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Sir Walter Raliegh
That's what makes them decent smokes for a beginner. They are fairly easy to fire up and they won't make you tear up if you waste a few bowls in the bargain. I haven't had SWR but the same can be said for the other old standbys I've tried.- sparroa
- Post #4
- Forum: Pipe Tobacco Reviews