Here is a link to an excellent 2022 article on SP.com by Chuck Stanion on William Serad, who was an early blend contributor to Cornell & Diehl. It's a good read.
Excellent Article on William Serad: A Pipe Tobacco Wizard
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That was excellent, thank you for sharing the piece, Mike!
This was a fun read for a slow afternoon at the office -- I would love to have been able to experience the early days of C&D and have custom blends expertly blended for me.
William is an exceptionally good guy, a pleasure to be around, and always rewarding to talk with!
Absolutely fabulous, all those “Trial by Fire” reviews in Pipes & Tobaccos Magazine. They were excellent.
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I really miss Mr. Serad's "Trial By Fire" reviews. My pipe-tobacco palate seemed similar to his and he led me to some absolute gems!
I had dinner with him many years ago, also in the company of Greg Pease and the Tarler clan. Chicago show I believe. Very nice guy. I have his trial by fire magazine...signed by him on the cover 20+ years ago....and his signature wore off! Yes, I referred to it often. He knows tobacco...!
Btw ....Greg Pease also knows tobacco. And he's hilarious. Not trying to hijack the thread, just remembering how Greg made my wife and I laugh.
Btw ....Greg Pease also knows tobacco. And he's hilarious. Not trying to hijack the thread, just remembering how Greg made my wife and I laugh.