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    Stonehaven vs University Flake

    I ordered a tin of University Flake because Eddie Gray and another reviewer compared it to Stonehaven. On opening the tin, the stewed fruits and plum did indeed remind me of Stonehaven, although it was less intense. The Stonehaven tin note alone makes the purchase worthwhile. I don't consider...
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    Orlik Golden Sliced Rehydrated

    I opened a jar of OGS that had been sitting around for monthsand discovered that the baccy had dried out. I tossed a humidifier button in the container and let it sit for a day. The blend had re-hydrated nicely and the first bowl was delicious. I smoked the rest of the batch over a few days...
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    C&D Morning Bayou and the Importance of Avoiding Haste

    I cracked a tin of Morning Bayou Flake last week. My understanding is that it is 25% Perique. My first reaction was not one of pleasure. The Perique mouth feel was aggressive and seemed to overwhelm the blend - and my taste buds. But taking a que from some of the old timers, I persisted and...
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    Pipe Dreams

    I couldn't sleep a few nights agon and decided to try a relaxation exercise I'd seen on YouTube. Essentially, I was supposed think of vowel sounds as I inhaled and exhaled - aaahhh and ooommm. Unfortunately, within seconds, I was going "aahhhhh - ooommmm Paul". I didn't get to sleep until 4:30...
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    Is Neon 7x Butane Refined 7 times?

    I just got a case of this stuff. The packaging just says premium and doesn't mention specifically that it was refined multiple times. Have any of you experience with this brand? I just ordered a new Peterson lighter and I don't want to gunk it. I understand that multiple refined fuels are best? Pax
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    How to Appraise Pipes for Purchase or to Sell

    Greetings: I'm preparing to thin the herd but am at a loss as to how to set the sale price. Most are Savinelli, maybe a couple of Stanwell and Nordings. Similarly, I have little idea what to bid for estate pipes or to determine if the price is equitable. Whether buying or selling, I just want to...
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    Question About Wine

    I know nothing about wines that I don't read on the label. I opened a bottle of inexpensive Shiraz. I drank a couple of glasses but found the tannins too strong form my tastes and the bottle was in general harsh. I corked it and put it away. Four or 5 days later, I was hankering for a drink and...
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    Old Joe Krantz Fresh vs 10 Year Old Blend

    I found a can of Old Joe Krantz that had been aging 10 years. As expected, the bowls of this I smoked were mellow and the burley, Perique and Virginias melded into a very pleasant smoke. I never had OJK before, so I decided to order a fresh tin to compare against the effects of aging. I packed...
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    Conflation Between OTC Tobaccos and Aromatics

    I believe that aromatics i general have been conflated with drug store tobaccos. Like many here, I prefer most any other type of blend over aromatics. I just assumed most all aromatics smoked wet and bite. But over time, I've smoked some tobaccos that I really liked, not knowing in some cases...
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    If I Flew to the U.K. To Get Some RDF and Condor...

    ...How much could I bring back with me? I've never flown outside the U.S. as a civilian or to Europe. I'm sure there must be a limit to the quantity. Also, what kind of taxes or fees would I have to pay? I wouldn't won't anyone to think that I was visiting just to satisfy my out of of control...
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    Current Rotation

    From Top Left: Newminister 400 Superior Navy Flake; F. Germains Rich Dark Flake; Orlik Golden Slice; Condor [smoked last bowel while working on this post :-(]; Old Joe Krantz; Bob's Chocolate Flake; Pure Semois; Margate; Stanwell Jubilee; Quiet Nights. I haven't the discipline to keep my...
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    Image Test - Pictures Uploaded are Upside Down

    My uploaded images are upside down. They open normally on my desktop. Problem occured with two different images and in Chrome and Internet Explorer. Any suggestions?
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    Ten Year Old Joe Krantz

    Opened a ten year old can of Old Joe Krantz after reading a thread about burley blends. As Snuffles used to say about his dog bisuits, "mmm, mmm, mmmm". Burleys are rounded and the Virginias are sweeet. The perique is subtle, just a tiny bit of pepper. Pax
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    Why Are Japanese Pipes So Expensive?

    I'm slowly adding pipes to my collection. I mostly buy on aesthetics but have occasionally add pipes from different pipes of the world. I haven't purchased a Japanese made pipe yet. I like the styles (reminds me of Danish sensibilities) but the prices are high on average - several hundred or...
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    Butz-Choquin Owners

    I've seen a lot of nice BC designs at very reasonable prices. I'd be interested in hearing from members who own BCs. Are they engineered and drilled well? Smoke well? Any problems? Pictures would be much appreciated. Pa
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    How Long Can you store tobacco in Foil Bags?

    Specifically, how long can I age tobacco safely if the blend comes in the foil bags like Penzance, Stonehaven, etc.
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    Penzance in Stock

    The Briar Shoppe in Houston, TX. 713-529-6347, has a few tins of Penzance left. 1 per customer. Ask for Jarra and tell her Steve from PipesMagazine sent you.
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    Difference Between Poker and CherryWoods, if any?

    I was wondering if there are really any differences in shape between pokers and cherrywoods. I suspect that CherryWoods were originally French or American pipes carved from cherry wood but that is just speculation. I see many briar pipes offered as "cherry woods" so it isn't the material, at...
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    My First New Pipe for 2016

    I'm loving Neerups and P. Jeppesen pipes. I sometimes can't resist bent pot shapes although honestly, I think short pokers may be the best overall shape for smoking qualities. The pot below has a deeper bowl than some pots, so crossing my fingers. This is one of my best smokers, a Neerup poker...
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    Any One Smoke a Decatur Pipe?

    I almost bought one for $60 from P&C. Notice they're selling them for $29.00. http://www.pipesandcigars.com/pipes/94158/decatur-rustic-pipes/?slide=4
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