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  1. lavarockpuffer

    Hello from Scotland

    Greetings and aloha from the middle of the pacific. Sounds like your ready for a good Briar or two... might also find a few light English blends would expose you to the subtle taste of non-aros. Take your time and watch your pace as you smoke... Helps to keep the bite to a minimum.
  2. lavarockpuffer

    Darkening Natural Pipes

    Ah yes...the change of An unsmoked pipe to the place when a pipe is used for its sole purpose, to burn tobacco for fun and enjoyment . The only way I’ve found to minimize the rim darkening is a bit less tobacco in the bowl and watch the flame as you light. Seems that they all patina over time...
  3. lavarockpuffer

    Breaking in New Pipe - Too Late to Switch to a Different Tobacco?

    The solution here is more pipes in the collection and more tins on the shelf! And anything with Latakia in it will help too.
  4. lavarockpuffer

    Chronicles of a Beginner Pipe Smoker

    Well I would say your hooked now and following a good path to learning pipes and the broad range of tobacco available. Puff on and enjoy!
  5. lavarockpuffer

    Ingo Garbe

    Garbe is a master in my opinion. Great find and well worth whatever you put up for that pipe. Refined engineering and sublime in the simplicity. One you will keep for years I’ll bet.
  6. lavarockpuffer

    "Travel" smoking kit (Hiking, fishing, etc)

    I use a nice leather men’s shaving kit bag that always has the essentials. I’m often on a job site or out on the boat for hours and wouldn’t dare be without. 3-5 pipes, two blends in pouches, tamper, pipe cleaners, backup lighter, wine corks cut in half In case I need to store the pipe in...
  7. lavarockpuffer

    I like latakia, Can I re blend any tobacco with latakia?

    Latakia good, more is not always better. That being said, get a quality jar of straight Lat and add a pinch or two When you’re in the mood and see how it works for you.
  8. lavarockpuffer

    I'm Very Tired of Matches. What Is the Best to Replace Them?

    If I might suggest...I consider the lighter a required tool. As with all tools, you get what you pay for. I assure you, 5 lighters at$20 does not equal one good lighter at $100.
  9. lavarockpuffer

    Buying A New Pipe - Online Or In Person

    Best case for almost any purchases would be to have in hand and hold for feel, check airway flow, etc. That being said, I live out in the middle of the pacific and have bought over a hundred pipes online from eBay Personal friends, reputable dealers and a solid dozen from Scott and Jesse Jones...
  10. lavarockpuffer

    Tobacco Breath Odor?

    Another vote for Biotene.. It’s made for dry mouth issues and this is often a concern after An evening of a Three hour, two pipe session
  11. lavarockpuffer

    Tobacco Breath Odor?

    Another vote for Biotene.. It’s made for dry mouth issues and this is often a concern after An evening of a Three hour, two pipe session
  12. lavarockpuffer

    The Best Soft Flame Lighter Brand and Model

    Kiribi Kabuto...going on two years. When it started to act up I sent it to smokingpipes and it was serviced and returned promptly with No charge. It’s still smooth and good flame. Worth the price for reliability
  13. lavarockpuffer

    What Would You Do?

    Pipes of quality abound online... skip the free pipe unless you see one you like. Read the reviews and details on the blends you want and choose from those. The estate pipe market is good for new smokers and are available at online retailers, check out listings at BlueRoomBriars Scott and...
  14. lavarockpuffer

    Puzzleing additional stamp on an Ashton Old Church

    Just my 2cents worth but I have talked to Marty Pulvers about a similar issue with an early Bill Taylor pipe. He knew him well and might be able to shed some light. Good luck and puff on.
  15. lavarockpuffer

    Search for blend similar to McClellands 2040 Cyprian

    Hey fellow tobacco burners, I’m looking for something comparable to McClellands 2040 Cyprian mixture. Any ideas where to find those unique tastes?
  16. lavarockpuffer

    Looking Forward to Giving This a Try

    Your going to get lots of input and there are some tips that work and some that may not. Cased tobacco will usually smoke a bit wet no matter how you try to dry it... That comes with the territory.. My drying system is putting a few bowls of tobacco on a paper towel, spread it thin, and set...
  17. lavarockpuffer

    Newbie from Texas

    Lots of good options out there.. Might start trying some tins of different blends from Seattle pipe club, All of there blends have solid following and usually consistent. Maybe target a few English, a few burleys, straight Virgina’s etc. It will help narrow your tastes for the next few...
  18. lavarockpuffer

    Castillo 65 A

    The pipe is traditional 65 size (kkk) in an oval. I’m working out a photo upload to show this pipe for all to view. Thanks to all for input and interest. LRP
  19. lavarockpuffer

    Castillo 65 A

    Thanks for reply According to Mike at Briar Blues site on Costello’s history he types the list of those letters you mentioned the shop It appears A is given free to friends and are rare. This is where I got my original info but wondering if anyone knew who made this gift or was it randomly...
  20. lavarockpuffer

    Castillo 65 A

    Aloha Briar lovers, I have a searock 65 with an A stamped on it. This was bought a few years back from a nice guy in Atlanta who was buying estates and reselling. The A stamp is curious in that it denotes it was special and given to a friend or made for a friend or...? And that’s my...
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