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    Briarcraft or Grabow?

    Couldn't get the photos to work. I am technologically challenged. But I think colorduke answered my question. If it's made in Sparta, I'm guessing it's Grabow made since Grabows are from there. Thanks for all yall's help!
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    Briarcraft or Grabow?

    I'm a big fan of Smokemaster pipes. I don't know why, just am. I recently acquired some, but don't know if they are made by Dr.Grabow, or Briarcraft. I know Grabow bought the smokemaster name and designs in the 60s but I'm not sure how old these are to figure out who made them. I can't find much...
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    Smoking at Work?

    I don't have a set job, but most places I have worked, don't mind me smoking a pipe. They like the smell of it vs cigarettes. (As long as it's at the designated area that is)
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    Reliable pipes?

    I hear Dr.Grabows have that same issue. And grabows aren't really expensive. I have never had that issue with my pipes though. I don't like high shine pipes.
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    Start of burnout?

    i guess I'll keep it in my rotation for now, and just keep an eye on it after each smoke. Thanks for the advice !
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    Start of burnout?

    Yes, it had been reamed very well down to the briar like it it was new. It's not a huge indentation just feels like a dent. I have gotten pipes with imperfections in the chamber before (usually where the wood pops out slightly more than the rest, like a small bump) but never inword. Good to know...
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    Start of burnout?

    I recently bought an estate Petersons Xl315, and after I smoked the first bowl, I noticed there was a small indentation inside the bowl. I can't get a good picture of it as it doesn't show up well when I take the picture. Is this the start of a burn out? It feels like a Small dent. There is no...