Why are estate pipes ok?

[MartyA]

Most of my pipes are estate pipes, (that means USED,) but since I smoke churchwardens almost exclusively, I replace the stems anyway with long ones.
I have a few used churchwardens, but since they don't lend themselves to clenching, they're pretty much unmarked and easy to clean. Looking at them, I don't get the impression that some guy had this in his mouth, although to some extent, that's the case.

 

[spike]

nope, but he did admit he crapped his guts out for a while.

But then again he wasnt exactly the smartest of the bunch.

Maybe a recent college graduate?

 

[spike]

I bought my first estate pipe from Barry Levin in the early 90s. I’ve bought many more since. I’m still in decent shape for a seasoned citizen (73 yrs.).

 

[Briarcutter]

Barry Levin

Oh I remember his mailings, pre digital for sure all those photographs with probably 40 pipes on each photo! I remember Barry well.

 

[dogparkpiper]

Why are grocery cart handles ok?
Why are gas station tank handles ok?
Why is sneezing near someone just a part of life?

Because you will be ok!

 

[bullet08]

Nothing that will kill you will grow on it. After a good clean, it's pretty safe to smoke. I just like new Peterson. But if a good deal can be found, I'll jump on it. Most of what I'm looking for are far beyond my reach.

 

[Wapask]

So I am just curious, who is the regular member behind this account? Based upon the username and topic someone is definitely working on their trolling and seemingly getting a rise out of a few...

*looks for his favorite estate to pack and smoke*

 

[Smokeybandit]

So I am just curious, who is the regular member behind this account? Based upon the username and topic someone is definitely working on their trolling and seemingly getting a rise out of a few...

*looks for his favorite estate to pack and smoke*

My first thought as well...and I’m new here.