Ya know, I think you're right mso489. I should probably trying an inexpensive nosewarmer and see if I like that style before I spend a hundred or so on a more expensive briar. I'm gonna put my order in for a dagner poker cob right now. Thanks
I've seen video about the Dagner Cob poker saying that, at least initially, they required the shanks opened up a tad to keep from gurgling. No big deal if you have a drill bit and a pair of locking pliers...