Suggestions

[Donb1972]

Someone broke into my car today and stole my Grandfather's favourite pipe(amongst other things, such as the radio). I shouldn't have left it in the car, but I just had to run in to the vet's office to get my Dog. Anyway, it wasn't an expensive pipe, but it's one they don't make anymore. A Medico Double Dri. I saw one on eBay that looked similar, and they want 70 bucks for it.

My question is: Is anyone knowledgeable about these pipes? Is 70 USD a reasonable asking price? I am not an expert, and I'm not so sentimental that I want to get ripped off, haha.

EDIT: I guess "suggestions" was the wrong title...sorry

 

[TheIronMonkey]

It would seem that your grandfather's pipe is something unique, and while you can get the same model, it won't be your grandfather's pipe. I wonder if it's something you should even look for, unless he's alive and you need to replace it. This reminds me of buying an identical goldfish for a child whose fish just died.

 

[Donb1972]

It would seem that your grandfather's pipe is something unique, and while you can get the same model, it won't be your grandfather's pipe. I wonder if it's something you should even look for, unless he's alive and you need to replace it. This reminds me of buying an identical goldfish for a child whose fish just died.

That's a good way to look at it. You're right. I'd always know it wasn't the same, so it would always remind me of the loss. Thanks!

 

[anotherbob]

I was just talking with someone about do people still steal radios from cars. Weird sorry I won't talk about any more bad things people can do. Though make sure you got t.p. before getting started (based on another conversation I had).

 

[TheIronMonkey]

I forgot to say I'm sorry this happened to you.

Is there a local pawn shop nearby where the thief might unload the stolen items?

 

[Donb1972]

I was just talking with someone about do people still steal radios from cars. Weird sorry I won't talk about any more bad things people can do. Though make sure you got t.p. before getting started (based on another conversation I had).

My car is a 1970 Olds Tornado, and it had an original radio in it. I didn't think a thief would want such a thing these days, but I suppose old car restorers might pay for them? LOL

 

[Donb1972]

I forgot to say I'm sorry this happened to you.

Is there a local pawn shop nearby where the thief might unload the stolen items?

Thanks. The pipe was in my coat pocket(which was also taken), so I don't think the thief will bother with going to a pawn shop. But I could check with them in the coming days. The cops even seemed bored with my report, so I'm not expecting anything at this point.

 

[verporchting]

Probably just a toad being a toad and stealing shit that’s not theirs because … toad.

Since it wouldn’t be the sentimental pipe you valued so much I’d just buy something for you that you will enjoy.

 

[Hillcrest]

My car is a 1970 Olds Tornado, and it had an original radio in it. I didn't think a thief would want such a thing these days, but I suppose old car restorers might pay for them? LOL
.
I am sorry for your loss. Most likely the thief took the radio to sell for the scrap copper value. If you have a scrap dealer nearby you could check with them. The jacket was probably used to carry the radio and will be in a trash bin near the scrap dealer, probably with the pipe still in the pocket. Probably drug addict. To honor your grandfather you might purchase a pipe that he would have admired and remember him with that instead. Just trying to offer comfort but i know it will be a sore spot for some time.

 

[Donb1972]

My car is a 1970 Olds Tornado, and it had an original radio in it. I didn't think a thief would want such a thing these days, but I suppose old car restorers might pay for them? LOL
.
I am sorry for your loss. Most likely the thief took the radio to sell for the scrap copper value. If you have a scrap dealer nearby you could check with them. The jacket was probably used to carry the radio and will be in a trash bin near the scrap dealer, probably with the pipe still in the pocket. Probably drug addict. To honor your grandfather you might purchase a pipe that he would have admired and remember him with that instead. Just trying to offer comfort but i know it will be a sore spot for some time.

Thanks. That's a good idea about buying a pipe he might have liked. He wanted a meer carved like a Dog in his last years...and I saw a nice one online. A good idea!

 

[Donb1972]

Probably just a toad being a toad and stealing shit that’s not theirs because … toad.

Since it wouldn’t be the sentimental pipe you valued so much I’d just buy something for you that you will enjoy.

Thanks. You're right

 

[anotherbob]

could be teens they broke into cars in my neighborhood and didn't steal a thing but still broke into the cars. Cause teens are stupider then when they turn into adults. Like if they're a smart adult they're a not quite smart teen first.

 

[theloniousmonkfish]

Thanks. The pipe was in my coat pocket(which was also taken), so I don't think the thief will bother with going to a pawn shop. But I could check with them in the coming days. The cops even seemed bored with my report, so I'm not expecting anything at this point.

That's a bummer, man

 

[Eye-level]

Interesting thing I just read about these pipes they're brylon or nylon so DO NOT use alcohol to clean them because it will melt them.

 

[bullet08]

I was an extra stupid teenager, but never broke into a car. The thought of leaving my finger prints, and cleaning after just wasn't attractive. And too lazy to do things like that. Getting drunk was easier.

 

[Searock Fan]

bullett08 said, "I was an extra stupid teenager". Weren't we all?