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  1. crazyhog

    Tom Spanu Cork Pipes

    Hey all, I'm familiar that Tom Spanu has made very high quality pipes. I found a new estate cork style straight billiard for sale. Anyone out there familiar with this style of manufacturing? Thanks
  2. crazyhog

    Great write up on pipe tobaccos!

    I just received this article from Al Pascia. I found it to be very informative! Enjoy! https://www.alpascia.com/moments/en/detail/145/cakes-slices-and-ribbons
  3. crazyhog

    Any knowledgeable Ser Jacopo owners?

    I recently came across a Delecta L2 Leonardo. I was surprised to read about the history behind the Leonardo and its "special" engineering. Is there any substance to what is stated? "Twin rolled terraccota cooled by air circulating in the cavity. The pipe that does not get hot". Thanks
  4. crazyhog

    Will the FDA Stop Future Sale On Bulk Tobacco?

    Hi, Does anyone know if the future of bulk tobacco is in jeopardy? I can see it headed towards tobacco tins only as a sealed "safety" packing concern. Anyone read anything? Thanks
  5. crazyhog

    For a change, a positive article on our hobby.

    Here's a recent positive article on pipe smoking. Too bad they are few and far between. Enjoy, if you haven't read it before. https://www.collectorsweekly.com/articles/like-a-fine-tobacco-the-pipe-smoking-revival-has-been-a-slow-burn/
  6. crazyhog

    A "strong" soft flame lighter?

    Hi, I live very close to the Long Island Sound in NY. That's where I usually light up. Lately, the winds have picked up and I'm having trouble lighting up with either my bic or zippo. Is there a stronger soft flame lighter out there? Thanks
  7. crazyhog

    Any non smoking pipe collectors?

    Hi, I was just wondering if there are collectors out there that dont smoke their pipes. I'm guessing that there are some sellers, but how about hobbyists. Just curious.
  8. crazyhog

    Any currently famous pipe smokers"

    Hi, I was going through an old thread on the most famous pipe smokers and all of them are now deceased. Anyone familiar with any currently famous pipe smokers? I can't think of any. Can you? Thanks
  9. crazyhog

    OMG...the most expensive pipe I have ever seen!

    It sure is beautiful, but c'mon! https://www.alpascia.com/en/prodotto/39028/dunhill-namiki-two-carps-limit
  10. crazyhog

    Pipe smoking, the good old days!

    Hey all, I found this article from the NY Times going back to 1964. It was a glorious time for pipe smoking! https://www.nytimes.com/1964/12/24/archives/a-good-pipe-is-getting-hard-to-buy.html
  11. crazyhog

    History behind Einsteins love of his pipe.

    Hi, not sure if this has ever been posted before,but if not, it's an interesting article. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/why-albert-einstein-genius-theory-relativity-loved-pipe-180954991/
  12. crazyhog

    Have Today's Vulcanite Stems Improved?

    EDIT: Fixed Capitalization in Title (See Rule 9) - Bob Hi, I'm looking at some new Petersons. Particularly, the Sherlock Holmes series. I'm seeing that they all come with vulcanite stems. I read in another forum that the vulcanite being used today is more durable and less prone to oxidation...
  13. crazyhog

    Recommendation for a nice 3 in 1 Czeck Tool"

    Hi, I've been using that standard Czeck 3 in 1 pipe tool for years now. I'd like to upgrade to something nicer. Preferably around $20 to $30. Any recommendations? Thanks
  14. crazyhog

    Decided on these three Aromatics, opinions.

    Hi, On another post thad asked for which Aromatics were more natural. I realized that its very difficult to ever know the exact ingredients. My question should have been which aromatics taste natural. As a reference, I've smoked Sutliffs Molte Dolce, Cult Blood Red Moon and to me the...
  15. crazyhog

    Rattray Meerschaum Line Pipe??

    Hi, Ive been looking at this Rattray pipe. I contacted the seller (on this site) and he stated the Meerschaum is from block and not pressed. Anyone familiar with this pipe or something similar as to its smoking qualities versus an all Meerschaum pipe? This particular pipe is 9mm filtered...
  16. crazyhog

    All Natural Aromatics

    Hi, can I get some recommendations for Aros that are totally naturally flavored? Lots of misinformation out there regarding the real ingredients. Thanks
  17. crazyhog

    BIG African Gourd Calabash, collector or smoker?

    Hi, I came across this Gourd Calabash on ebay. Definitely one of a kind and not inexpensive. Maker is Beyaz Inci from Turkey. Has a push/pull acrylic tenon/stem. I love its design, but just wondering if it may be too nice too smoke and what kind of a nightmare it would be to clean. Won't...
  18. crazyhog

    Savinelli's Giubileo d'Oro...my unbiased opinion

    Hi, I would first like to start off by thanking fellow member "Mothernature" for sending me a sample of this find blend. I posted under general tobacco that I was looking for a slightly sweeter cross blend (VA/Latakia) type blend. I am mostly an aromatic fan, but looking to branch out. I have...
  19. crazyhog

    Kaywoodie NASPC 2001

    Hi, looking at a Kaywoodie large billiard labeled NASPC 2001. Would this be simular to a pipe of the year pipe? Thanks
  20. crazyhog

    A slightly sweeter cross blend?

    Hi, looking for a slightly sweet crossblend. Something slightly sweeter than Frog Morton On the Town. Any recommendations? Thanks
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