A Surprise Gift From My Parents.

[petes03]

Does the glass jar have a humidifying or clay disk under the lid? The one I have had this and works perfectly to keep my tobacco at just the right moisture level.

I believe it used to. It has a small pin hanging down under the lid. I believe it once retained something of that nature.

 

[PipesRock]

Wow... what a thoughtful gesture. Cherish them... and the gift.

 

[Papamique]

I believe it used to. It has a small pin hanging down under the lid. I believe it once retained something of that nature.

I bet you’re right! I would be very happy to get a gift like that. Congrats.

 

[eugenepark]

Everything about that looks classy!

 

[STP]

Unique ?

 

[mso489]

Maybe praise your folks a little too much, gush a little, over this thoughtful and personally suited gift. Embarrass them a little. When my folks were around, I hope I sometimes lay it on a little thick. It's worth it. If your family is a bit reserved, just mention it from time to time ... for years. You want to do it for them, but very much for yourself as well. Believe me.

 

[mikethompson]

Tyrolean just refers to the region (Germany/Austria), which was once referred to as Tyrol.

Tirol is a region on the border of Austria and Italy. It was once all Austria's, but has a very distinct culture.

That pipe looks like it is engraved with 'Innsbruck' on it. Maybe as a souvenir of a trip? Hopefully it smokes well for you.

The green glass humidor looks very nice. The colour makes it pop.

 

[workman]

Super! Now you can always touch the green, green glass of home!

 

[J.GANDY]

Great gift! I personally have always liked the green glass, much more attractive than the clear.

 

[anantaandroscoggin]

Every time I've gotten a piece of green glassware for my sister, it's turned out to be from one of the other two sets of green glassware from the same era. Gave up on watching for those a while back.

 

[mso489]

I try to remember to thank my wife and sister for their various gift pipes and blends, and mention it when I'm smoking one of them, directly to my wife, or by email to my sister. I've just about polished off the Dunhill Durbar my sister sent last Christmas.