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  1. Epip Oc'Cabot

    House, Outside Or Both?

    I used to smoke both inside and outside, but perhaps about 15 years ago or so, I ended up changing to only outside (other than the time I occasionally now visit a cigar lounge). No particular impetus as to why….. just gradually happened….. probably because I enjoy having another “excuse” to...
  2. Epip Oc'Cabot

    Preferred Bowl Size For Burley Blends

    I tend to think bigger is better with burley’s when I have enough time to enjoy a large bowl.
  3. Epip Oc'Cabot

    Leather Bound Pipes

    The aesthetic appearance of a leather wrapped pipe when the leather and pipe are in good condition is something that can look nice. I have two different leather-clad beasts in my collection. I do not smoke them often, mostly because I worried some ABOUT keeping the leather looking nice...
  4. Epip Oc'Cabot

    How Slow is Slow?

    It all depends on mood for me. My mood determines the length of time. If I am in an aggravated or intense mood, I can finish a bowl in 15 minutes easily. Calmer, tranquil moods can extend to a hour or so. As long as it is enjoyable or helpful, time is relative.
  5. Epip Oc'Cabot

    Pipe and/or Cigar Smoking Friendly Places in London, Ontario?

    In a few weeks I have a work trip to London, Ontario and I was hoping to learn of any pipe and/or cigar smoking friendly places. My searching this far has not turned up much. An indoor “lounge” or an outdoor patio area would be nice. And, if there is such a place that also serves beer or...
  6. Epip Oc'Cabot

    Mail Call!

    I would suggest going alphabetically. Makes it easier to remember.🙂
  7. Epip Oc'Cabot

    "Shag Pipes"

    Hmm. They are interesting, for certain. But, how in the hell could they drill a hole UNDER the bottom of the bowl and have it come up from the other side of the stem?!! Are you sure that the second hole, distal to the shank is not a “blind” hole….. like if the drill operator was over zealous...
  8. Epip Oc'Cabot

    First “Cigar Bar” Experience

    Even though I am a grey-haired and bearded old “codger”, I still sometimes get to have a new experience or two. In regards to smoking, pipes and pipe tobaccos have been at least 95% of my effort over the decades. I have had a few occasional cigars over the decades, but truth-be-told I suspect...
  9. Epip Oc'Cabot

    There Was Once a Time I Loved Long Smokes

    I wouldn’t see any problem with your just smoking a bowlful of whatever blend you want in the pipes you have….. and just stop when the time length you feel comfortable with occurs. You could then: A) put the pipe aside and pick it up again later if you do not mind a bowl that has sat for some...
  10. Epip Oc'Cabot

    Inherited Collection of (mostly) Meerschaum

    It sounds like from your original post you would like to display them. IMO, gentle wiping with a cloth to remove dust is all I would recommend. The “patina” of a well-loved and well smoked pipe gives character and authenticity. Display them as is as a history of your grandfather.
  11. Epip Oc'Cabot

    Car Emergency Tin and Pipe?

    When my truck was a “second office” and “second den” for a number of years, I had a large wooden tool box with a number of pipes, tobacco, pipe cleaners, pocket knife, reamers, a pair of Bic lighters and other assorted pipe items that traveled with me in case I ran out of what I had brought from...
  12. Epip Oc'Cabot

    My Pipe Smoking Buddy is Gone

    I am very sorry for you and your whole family. A pet IS a member of the family and the loss is hard. I feel nervousness myself as our pooch is getting up in years too and I know that day is coming.
  13. Epip Oc'Cabot

    Absolute Mildest Nicotine With Latakia and/or Orientals

    How might you feel about the herbal mixtures that are available in some places? I am not meaning marijuana, but I have seen in some places some sort of herbal “tobacco substitute” that would likely have no nicotine. I have never tried any of those things, so I have no knowledge of them. But...
  14. Epip Oc'Cabot

    Anyone Recognize this Pipe?

    I found this interesting “beast”. Anyone recognize it?
  15. Epip Oc'Cabot

    Savinelli 🐊

    I have not yet seen the gator, and I am not so great at searching it up…. so you have a photo of yours?
  16. Epip Oc'Cabot

    I wish I Could Smoke my Pipes.

    It sounds like you have previously smoked pipe tobacco successfully (from the above quote)….so perhaps the old tobacco has spoiled in some fashion? Perhaps a fresh ounce or two to try may yield positive results? Worth a shot. And, perhaps if you are now somehow sensitized to cavendish...
  17. Epip Oc'Cabot

    Which Beverage with which Tobacco?

    I tend to find no SPECIFIC pairings…. but I always DO parings (pipe & beverage). To me there is always enjoyment in seeing how each complements the other. Pipe tobaccos run the gamut, though “codger” blends are my primary. Beverages…. whatever strikes my fancy….. water, various pops (sodas)...
  18. Epip Oc'Cabot

    Need Some Advice, Please!

    Eventually, the urge to buy more pipe tobacco blends will reduce. Something else will capture your fancy. Until then, if you can afford the leaf (and the wife’s grief), I would just ride it out. Why quell the fun of it is not hurting anything?
  19. Epip Oc'Cabot

    Why do You Smoke a Pipe?

    Bit then again, I would have say the glass ashtray on my desk is an even more effective paperweight. The pipe SITTING in the ashtray… therefore is the “cat’s meow” I guess. 🙂
  20. Epip Oc'Cabot

    Why do You Smoke a Pipe?

    A tobacco pipe can and has been something I have used as a short term paper weight on my desk, when I am not actively smoking the pipe. 🙂
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