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  1. zeedoctorae

    Ropp Balzac stem just snapped - Looking for replacement

    Hello everyone. So, my Ropp Balzac 77 churchwarden pipe stem just snapped. Anyone know where I could purchase a replacement? I've googled it but can't seem to get anywhere. Thanks for any help! -The Doctor
  2. zeedoctorae

    Question on Casings

    Greetings everyone, I apologize if this has already been asked or discussed, but I have not been online in a while. I am currently working at pressing the tobacco I've grown this past season, and am working at creating a casing which will do two things: 1) prevent mold, and 2) not ruin the...
  3. zeedoctorae

    Neerup Pipe Grouping Question

    Greetings ladies and gents, I just bought the pipe in the link below. Could anyone explain the grouping system used with Neerup/Jeppesen pipes? I'm not exactly sure which grouping this pipe is and I'd really be interested to know. Thanks a bunch! Neerup P. Jeppesen Handmade Ida Easy Cut...
  4. zeedoctorae

    SRV Meerschaum Pipes?

    Good day Ladies and Gentlemen. A quick question for you. So, I just bought my first Meerschaum pipe and I admittedly know very little about them. The brand is SRV. Anyone have any experience with or knowledge regarding this brand? It has the name "Emir" carved into it. Thanks for any info!
  5. zeedoctorae

    Looking for a machine to polish vulanite...

    Greetings All, Does anyone have an idea as to the name of an mechanized polisher for vulcanite stems, or where to go to purchase one? I'm tired of refurbishing stems by hand. Thanks for any help. The Doctor
  6. zeedoctorae

    Robert Ritter Pipes

    Hello all, Just received a few pipes passed down from my great grandfather. One was stamped Robert Ritter. Anyone have any ideas as to who this pipe maker was? The Doctor
  7. zeedoctorae

    The Owl Shop of Worcester could use our help.

    Greetings Ladies and Gents, Just wanted to let everyone know that The Owl Shop of Worcester is having a bit of trouble as of late. The city just closed off their street for construction and isn't supposed to have things finished until after January, which poses a bit of a problem for them...
  8. zeedoctorae

    Help Identifying the Artist Who Carved This Pipe, Please.

    Hey there ladies and gents. Can anyone help me identify the signature stamp on this Danish pipe? I'm trying to find out who hand carved it. It almost looks like the last name is Anderson, but I could be wrong. I know it's a long shot, but I thought I'd try. Thanks for any help. Edited by...
  9. zeedoctorae

    Tenon Replacement

    Greetings all, So, I recently discovered that the plastic tenon at the end of one of my pipe stems is cracked. Does anyone else know where I can buy a new tenon joint to replace myself? Also, does anyone have experience replacing the tenon joint that could give a few pointers? Thanks for any...
  10. zeedoctorae

    John Dengler's Tobacconist Shop

    Greetings Ladies and Gents, Just wanted to give credit where credit is due. I just heard about a tobacconist brick and mortar shop in Missouri called John Dengler's. After looking over their website tobacco list I called and spoke with Larry, whose family (he married into it) has run the shop...
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    John Dengler's Tobacconist Shop

    Greetings Ladies and Gents, Just wanted to give credit where credit is due. I just heard about a tobacconist brick and mortar shop in Missouri called John Dengler's. After looking over their website tobacco list I called and spoke with Larry, whose family (he married into it) has run the shop...
  12. zeedoctorae

    Oldest American Pipe Tobacco Shops

    Greetings All, I am looking to start trying home blends from some of the oldest pipe shops in the country and was in need of a little direction. Can you help me by giving me the names of some of the oldest pipe "brick and mortar" shops in the US? Thanks for any guidance! -The Doctor
  13. zeedoctorae

    Favorite Pipe Makers...

    Looking to eventually be able to save up enough to get a really nice pipe. Looking for peoples ideas on the best and most interesting pipe makers. Suggestions? -Joe
  14. zeedoctorae

    Chicago Pipe Smokers Around?

    Looking for someone to sit and enjoy a nice pipe with. Anyone in Chicago? Joe
  15. zeedoctorae

    Just Getting into Burley

    Greetings all, So, I'm just venturing into the amazing world of Burley and was looking for some good suggestions to continue to develop my palette. So far I've tried: HH Burley-amazing C&D Burley #1-very good C&D Burley #3-not so much Irish Flake-very good Anyhow, any suggestions would be...
  16. zeedoctorae

    FDA Regulations

    Can anyone kindly explain the specifics of the new FDA regulations that just put McClelland out of business? And do they apply to cigarette makers as well?
  17. zeedoctorae

    GL Pease Jacknife Plug

    This really caught my eye. Anyone have anything to say about it which will help me decide whether to try or not? It's kind of expensive.
  18. zeedoctorae

    To Pass, or Not to Pass.. A Nicotine Test

    Good lads and lass', So, my insurance company for work is telling me that if I can pass a nicotine test I can save a bunch of money a month on my insurance premiums.. anyone have any idea how long I will have to go without my pipe to pass a saliva test? Even the thought wracks me with sorrow...
  19. zeedoctorae

    OMS Pipes

    Greetings All, I'm in the market for a new, unique looking poker. I came across the brand OMS. They've got some interesting pipes. Any insight into quality, etc? -The Doctor
  20. zeedoctorae

    Tobacco Labelling...

    So, I have recently gotten into Virginia's and have a question. Many descriptions on tobaccoreviews.com say that such and such a tobacco is a straight virginia blend but then go on to say that they are, say, citrus flavored. Is this flavoring a topping or just the notes this particular tobacco...