Orlik Golden Sliced 100g Tin

[Nhassey48]

Hey everyone. I have been really fond of Orlik lately and have been thinking about ordering the 100g tins because I can save a few bucks. My question is, I’ve seen some reviews (I think from the UK) of the 100g tins being just 1 really long flake folded a bunch instead of the cut flakes seen in the 50g tin.
Does anyone in the US have any experience with the 100g tins available here and what are the contents like? Thanks in advance.

 

[hawky454]

They are indeed long flakes, not the same you get in the 50g tins. I prefer the 50g tins to be honest.

 

[Nhassey48]

They are indeed long flakes, not the same you get in the 50g tins. I prefer the 50g tins to be honest.

That's what I was afraid of. Ill probably just stick to the 50g tins then. I have been going through the tin in a week so I don't even have to jar it. Thanks!

 

[cshubhra]

While I have not smoked the long version of Orlik, I don’t think a long flake would be an issue. A good example of a really long flake coiled into a spiral is Reiner Long Golden Flake (Gold Blend #71) I never had any issues smoking that, and is a favorite of many

 

[ashdigger]

They are different cuts of the same delicious easy smoking baccy.

I have a bunch of both tin sizes and if I’m going to travel I’ll take the 50 gram tin. The 100 gram tin is for the house.

 

[Nhassey48]

While I have not smoked the long version of Orlik, I don’t think a long flake would be an issue. A good example of a really long flake coiled into a spiral is Reiner Long Golden Flake (Gold Blend #71) I never had any issues smoking that, and is a favorite of many

Yea I assumed the flavor is the same. I just like knowing how many flakes (bowls) I have left in the tin. I'm not experienced enough to eyeball the same amount every bowl, so a precut flake really helps me have a consistent smoke bowl to bowl.

 

[cshubhra]

I think I understand what you are saying. You use a standard size flake as an unit to fill up your bowl.In that case, having a standard sized cut would help, but then, how will you determine how much you need when you are smoking a ribbon cut?

On the other hand, if you want to know how many smokes you have left, to plan your next tin purchase, just keep at least one (or more) in standby. I surely cannot tell how many smokes I have left, by looking in the tin (more so for Ribbon Cut)

Yea I assumed the flavor is the same. I just like knowing how many flakes (bowls) I have left in the tin. I'm not experienced enough to eyeball the same amount every bowl, so a precut flake really helps me have a consistent smoke bowl to bowl.

 

[hoosierpipeguy]

Who's to say the standard size flake is the correct size for your bowl? If I tear off too much, I tear a bit off and put it back. Too little and I tear some more off the big one and stuff it in the bowl to fill it up. I think pipe smokers must set some kind of record for making simple shit complicated and stressful.

 

[Papamique]

I just cut the long flake up into uniform sizes and have the same as the 50g tin for leSS $ it is not that hard at all. I don’t see the issue?

 

[mso489]

As a practical matter, do most users just tear off a piece or slice off the squares with scissors? The folded leaf sounds like a lesser presentation to me, but I have only bought the 50g tins. The cut rectangles are more appetizing to me.

 

[Country Bladesmith]

If you have a flake from a 50g tin left, use it to measure how long you want to cut your long flakes, and cut them up. All that said, I’m with @hoosierpipeguy . Just tear off what you need and smoke it. It’s just tobacco. ?‍

 

[Nhassey48]

As a practical matter, do most users just tear off a piece or slice off the squares with scissors? The folded leaf sounds like a lesser presentation to me, but I have only bought the 50g tins. The cut rectangles are more appetizing to me.

I agree. Its’s not really an “issue” to me like some have said, but more of a appearance usability thing. It’s not really worth the $1 savings getting a long sheet. Maybe the $1 extra is worth it to me to just grab and go.

 

[Perique]

As a practical matter, do most users just tear off a piece or slice off the squares with scissors? The folded leaf sounds like a lesser presentation to me, but I have only bought the 50g tins. The cut rectangles are more appetizing to me.

I tear off a bit and gently rub it out, same as I prepare any other flake. I like the occasional cube cut but usually can’t be bothered to do it.

 

[Ahi Ka]

As a practical matter, do most users just tear off a piece or slice off the squares with scissors? The folded leaf sounds like a lesser presentation to me, but I have only bought the 50g tins. The cut rectangles are more appetizing to me.

The cut rectangles also make for great full length smokes in smaller sized pipes, whereas the folded flake would just open up a conundrum of choice anxiety

 

[Papamique]

I agree. Its’s not really an “issue” to me like some have said, but more of a appearance usability thing. It’s not really worth the $1 savings getting a long sheet. Maybe the $1 extra is worth it to me to just grab and go.

I guess I never thought of this. To me it is not an issue but everyone is different and values different things. Absolutely there is not a huge savings and if it is more beneficial to not have to cut it up, the looks outweigh the savings, or convenience outweighs the savings then why not?
I guess you have the answer that works for you.

 

[stogie37]

I’m working through a 2 yr old 100gr tin now. I threw it in a jar and usually give the jar a bit of a shake, spill out the loose stuff, then tear a section off - rub it all to consistency, fill and tip the shreds back in the jar. Once in a while, I’ll tear a section, wad it up and stuff it - but like it with either preparation. The big flake all rolled up is fun to look at tho...

 

[Jaylotw]

I just rip the long flakes apart until I’ve got enough to smoke. Not a problem. I’ve also snipped em shorter with scissors, to better fit in a jar.

 

[Nhassey48]

Thanks everyone for the input. I’m going to order a 100g tin to see what’s going on in there. Appreciate all the responses, opinions and advice.

 

[kg.legat0]

I order the 100g flake tin -I don't know if I am lucky or if less people buy them, but I have gotten lucky with a couple 2 year old tins lately. ...this post, however, makes me think we need a 'flake by the foot' tape style dispenser for OGS

 

[instymp]

I buy the sleeves of the big un's, 100s, jar, shred & stuff & smoke.