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  1. rybo

    pipe carving inspiration

    i met a friend of mine last night to see his pipe that he carved a year ago. i just finished rusticated and restoring my first pipe, and i wanted some inspiration to tackle my next big project: carving my own. here's my humble attempt (pretty pleased as the thing was nearly black when i got...
  2. rybo

    Trouble Distinguishing Between Tobacco's

    Ok all, this is somewhat embarrassing for me to post, but it's something that has really mystified me over the past week or so, and I need advice. I have been a casual pipe smoker for around 2 years - though it has gone in and out depending on how busy life has been. Anyway, I started off...
  3. rybo

    Refinished Grandfathers Pipe Stand

    Stumbled across a pipe stand and 2 pipes my grandfather gave me a while ago. I was up for a July 4th project, so I decided to clean them all up and refinish them. I also decided to try my hand at rustication - my first attempt on anything. I think it turned out alright...I'm pretty satisfied...
  4. rybo

    Nording vs Generic Briar Block

    I'm finally at the point where I'm ready to attempt to make my first pipe. I'm about to order the briar block, but I thought I would ask everyone's opinion on something real quick: I originally looked at the briar blocks available at pipesandcigars.com, which are very reasonably priced. It...
  5. rybo

    questions from a young smoker

    hey guys - i haven't been on in a few months. now that i'm back, i've got a few questions for you guys. first, to set the stage. i'm a 21 year old smoker with a stanwell legendary pipe. beautiful pipe, but the bowl is a bit too small for me. i am looking (hopefully sooner rather than later)...
  6. rybo

    where are you from

    there are lots of references to where people are living, but i couldn't find any thread that actually listed out where people are from. maybe it would be a good idea to share where you're located, along with maybe what you love about the city/place i'm in columbia, sc. favorite thing is the...
  7. rybo

    my first true pipe

    so, as a lot of you know - i was in the market for a "real" pipe. my previous pipe was a cheap ebay purchase - didn't want to spend too much $$$ if i hated it. anyway, a friend suggested Modern Age Tobacco in Columbia, so i headed over after work yesterday. the man was extremely nice, and i...
  8. rybo

    non alcoholic beverages

    as im only 20, im not of legal age to drink just yet. part of the pipe appeal to me is the atmosphere, a big party of which is the beverage. so far ive stuck with an arnold palmer or hot tea. any other suggestions for a good, non alcoholic drink?