I've heard and read a lot of commentary/scuttlebutt/rumors. and outright crazy lies concerning the "demise of the pipe hobby - RIP bros. Yes, the FDA will jerk a knot in our collective shorts, in some areas, but not the whole ball game. Apparently, any tobacco blends which were made from 2007 back will be viable in the future. All these new/recreated/resurrected blends will be history after 2018, I believe. That's the problem; what's the solution? Buy all the new stuff you can stand to purchase NOW and let the cutoff day slide on by. Do it Now!
Regarding pipemaking regs, who knows how that will play out. Today, there's nothing to fear. However if fear is someone's source of noradrenalin and paranoia, button up and sit in a corner while planning the next life choice. Until the Feds put something concrete in writing, I see no reason to hide from imaginary pieces of falling sky. I'm still planning on going to Columbus, and maybe even Vegas, funds allowing. Until I hear the vault door slam, I'll carry on in a disorderly manner. ronnib out.