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Haunted Bookshop Flake?
Most likely one of the blending components--the Burley or VA--start in flake form. Hence why you see pieces of flake in the blend. I'm almost certain the blend itself does not originate as a flake when it is manufactured.- skraps
- Post #5
- Forum: New Member Introductions
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C&D Corncob Pipe and a Button Nose
Another option that I do is to add C&D Cube Cut Burley to it. 50/50. Tones all the aromatic qualities down to a very acceptable level... plus extends your supply!- skraps
- Post #10
- Forum: Pipe Tobacco Reviews
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Are Forums Dying, And Why?
The reality is, an entire site re-write would be A LOT of work. It's not just simply "slapping a new dress on it". While there are plenty here that have shared that they feel it's antiquated and not up to 2017 standards, It seems the vast majority are perfectly fine with it. Unless the scales...- skraps
- Post #106
- Forum: General Pipe Smoking Discussion
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Are Forums Dying, And Why?
I think the comparison is to other places where they are designed for true mobile browsing. This site is not responsive web design, nor does it have a true mobile site. All a matter of preference. Many are just used to the way it is, and that's fine.- skraps
- Post #78
- Forum: General Pipe Smoking Discussion
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Father the Flame
There is a fine line between building anticipation and losing people's interest.- skraps
- Post #12
- Forum: General Discussion
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White Whale DE Safety Razor
I started using a safety razor about 2 years ago and haven't looked back. Closer shave, more economical and it takes a mundane activity and makes it a sort of ritual. I have an Edwin Jagger Chrome and use Feather Stainless blades. Shave soap is handmade puck from a local soap store, applied...- skraps
- Post #35
- Forum: General Discussion
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Grape Tobacco?
Captain Bob's Blend from C&D. Though it pains me to encourage anyone to smoke this, it will fit the bill. I remember receiving a sample of it from someone, and the grape permeated the packaging which was a sealed plastic bag inside and a well taped box outside.- skraps
- Post #8
- Forum: Pipe Tobacco Discussion
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Active Members Reply Here
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- Post #157
- Forum: General Discussion
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The Amount of Dark Fired Leaf in Two Popular Blends
I don't believe University Flake uses Dark Fired, just Burley.- skraps
- Post #4
- Forum: Pipe Tobacco Discussion
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Imitation Is the Sincerest Form of Flattery --- Scottie Piersel Copies on Ebay
I'd say there is a pretty good chance Scotto did not even realize he was "copying" a style, and if he did, he didn't realize that he had crossed some invisible line. All one needed to do was look a little farther back on his Facebook feed to realize that he is likely not American born and there... -
Imitation Is the Sincerest Form of Flattery --- Scottie Piersel Copies on Ebay
Not really sure how he ripped anything off. He made a pencil shank pipe that happens to have a stainless tube reinforcing the shank. He doesn't even mention it as some special feature in the description. As far as selling under his name... well shame on him. Also, let's not forget, Scotties... -
What Tobacco to Choose?
Yes... the spice of life.- skraps
- Post #21
- Forum: General Pipe Smoking Discussion
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Pipes and Cigars
My issues have never been with P&C, but with our inept postal system. The USPS has seen it necessary to send my packages from Bethlehem to Philadelphia via several states west of the Mississippi on several occasions. One time a tub of Granger was routed through Alaska. My tobacco is better...- skraps
- Post #40
- Forum: General Pipe Smoking Discussion
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C&D Mississippi Mud???
Not much into Latakia anymore, but MM was always a favorite. While I would get some peppery notes from time to time, my experience always leaned toward rich, smokey and creamy. Everyone's palate is different.- skraps
- Post #2
- Forum: Pipe Tobacco Reviews
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Solani Aged Burley Flake No 656 Availability
Try the Wessex. I prefer it. YMMV.- skraps
- Post #7
- Forum: Pipe Tobacco Discussion
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How Does SWRA age?
SWRA is a good one. If you ever want to cut the sweetness just a touch, try blending in some C&D Dark Burley. About 3 parts to 1.- skraps
- Post #4
- Forum: Pipe Tobacco Discussion
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A Pack of Piersel Pipes
I own a slew of Scottie pipes. All commissions. I'm partial, but I don't think there is a better Bing made. Glad to see her success and becoming a part of the SP.com lineup. -
People I'm Missing
For whomever was inquiring about Numbersix. I trade emails with him once in awhile. Admittedly, it's been a bit, but last check he was doing well. Lots of changes in life if I recall. Seems to happen to most of us at one point or another.- skraps
- Post #121
- Forum: General Discussion
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People I'm Missing
Nope. American Association of Midget Tossers.- skraps
- Post #21
- Forum: General Discussion
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People I'm Missing
There are people I still think about from long defunct forums from the early 2000's. Just the way the world works. The landscape always changes.- skraps
- Post #19
- Forum: General Discussion