If you are new to pipe smoking,I would strongly recommend sticking with one tobacco in your new pipe. Take your time,smoke slowly,and be patient. Welcome to the forum.
Middle of the road, I thought. Anyway, I love this shape, It was my dad's No.1 when I was kid and owning one would be nostalgic. Nonetheless, after deep thought and consideration, I've decided to start with two or three cobs to find my (smoking) feet with. This frees up some coin for more blends to try. The nostalgic pipe is still in the pipeline though (ha).