I am a new member... I had a number of pipes when I was growing up in New England.. but I've been away from it for a while. Nowadays it seems smoking is outlawed everywhere except in your own home. I would like to get back into it slowly... I've read about the Chicago show...when is that? what time of year? I've seen some nice Danish pipes I like. I prefer the older classic briar styles. Anyway...I'm glad to have found this site.