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  1. allan

    Just like my old job

    MSO You so have got it right. In my area, where dollar stores are everywhere, customer appreciation and good service is not a given. It mainly depends on the individual employee, certainly not from their training!
  2. allan

    In Praise of Pipe Nails

    Phil I think my wife bought me one, or talked about buying me one of these...I just can't remember! If she did get it, its gone somewhere into the netherworld. And of course I can't tell her or ask her and incur her wrath (I can't buy you anything good!), or something like that. That's the...
  3. allan

    ***What Are You Smoking *** (June 2014)

    EMP in J & J bent polished
  4. allan

    My First Paronelli

    Jeff Does this maker use acrylic on his stems? At under thirty grams that us impressive Enjoy
  5. allan

    A Beautiful Gift From Neal Yarm ~ Pipe Not Included

    This maker does some beautiful work Enjoy
  6. allan

    My Second and Third Pipes Made

    From one jeweler to another, you are one talented guy Brilliant
  7. allan

    Moving

    Moving --it just sucks Going through the accumulation of so many years and having to decide what to keep and what to throw away, give away Good luck two both of you guys do your families
  8. allan

    ***What Are You Smoking *** (June 2014)

    Bald headed teacher in rad davis large bent billiard
  9. allan

    Rad Davis Seven Day Set, Pipe # 7~ Double Mahogany Blast Capped Rhodesian

    Chris An awesome achievement in getting that seven day set - smoke and enjoy them well Rads craftsmanship is clearly evident and on top of it all, he is just a wonderful humble guy. Peck, you clearly are the devils messenger Love that stand
  10. allan

    Introduction

    Welcome, Nate I live in nothern westchester, still a fair distance away from you Enjoy the forum. Great info and folks here
  11. allan

    ***What Are You Smoking *** (June 2014)

    Nightcap in Dunhill bent sitter. Boy, I'm feeling it!
  12. allan

    Quite Clearly, They Will Let Anyone Into This Club

    What did Groucho Marx say? "I wouldn't belong to any club that would have me as a member" (or something like that) Always enjoy reading your posts.
  13. allan

    How to avoid burning my tongue?

    Welcome to the forum, Andy Trout's suggestions as well as Bob's are spot on. I'd like to also emphasize the importance of not trying to smoke a blend that is too moist. Especially in the humid weather, if I don't take the time to let it dry out, not only will it not stay lit, it could help...
  14. allan

    The Nicest Ehrlich I've Ever Seen!

    That is a real beauty and it looks in fabulous condition. I imagine it will be a terrific clencher. Good luck with it.
  15. allan

    PAD from Ygrek Pipes

    Fish Not familiar with the maker, but those look gorgeous. Good luck with them.
  16. allan

    Estate Pipe Hunting & Trends?

    I agree with Pat. The pieces I have been looking for, including James Upshall (which used to be a great bargain) have risen substantially in this period of time. Luckily for me, I have every pipe I ever want to own, ever. Yeah, right
  17. allan

    Successfully Lost 100 Pounds

    That is just incredible. I can totally agree-one of the hardest things to do in life is change a habit from childhood. I too suffer and have fallen off the wagon, so to speak. Today is the day I jumped back on! Good for you and your family.
  18. allan

    JT Cooke Chubby Dublin

    Peck Every time I can a chance to look at my email and JT Cooke is listed, you have bought the damn thing! Congrats to you.
  19. allan

    Straight Grain Advantages?

    Straight grain high polish is a lovely thing to own. Looks great. Cost factor can be 1.5 times and often much much more. 'You can't smoke grain'. A wise refrain.
  20. allan

    Happy Father's Day

    Congrats to you all. Going to a bbq now and bringing my pipe with me. Hope no one will give me a hard time. I'll bring a VA blend as to hope not to 'offend' anyone. Meeting my daughter and her husband and his parents for dinner in the city this evening. Life is good.