Wow, such a variance of reactions...
1. Yes, Coke Zero on ice, and whiskey, neat, in the smaller glass.
2. Plastic elephant laying on its back, available here:
http://www.pipesandcigars.com/pireel.html
3. No BMW, but if I had BMW money, maybe a Mopar 10.
4. 7 and 7 and a billiard panel are not unequal on terms with this at all. I just don't like mixing my whiskey any longer. I prefer to sip it. However, I must admit to a very occasional rum-and-coke, with Sailor Jerry's.
5. Knob Creek is one of the better available whiskeys, but not priced so high that you wouldn't share it with friends. Maybe, in my estimation, about a notch or two higher than Makers Mark. Enough burn so that you know you have whiskey in the glass, but none of the jagged edges of many of the lesser brands. If you enjoy bourbon, pick up a bottle next time you are at the package store.
6. Yes, the bent pipe. I have two, actually. maybe three if the GBD is to be considered a bent, although it may be more of a sitter. The Bjarne is for aromatics and sitting at the computer. Every man has to get in touch with his feminine side on occasion, at least so say the women in People Magazine. That is as close as I care to get to the abyss.