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  1. denholrl

    New Dunhill Ruby Bark Getting Broken in and First Clean

    why not run a couple of pipe cleaners through it each time you finish a smoke?
  2. denholrl

    How Many Open Blends?

    I agree with what you was about opener a ti when you do't really need it at the moment. I usually have open two or three Virginia's and a couple of English blends.
  3. denholrl

    Erica Arborea honey

    Here's a bunch of Miele honeys . . .but, no di erica. https://www.amazon.com/s?k=miele+di+erica+honey&crid=1IRFDVS9YB1CD&sprefix=miele+di+Erica+honey%2Caps%2C196&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_3_20
  4. denholrl

    Where to Go from Aromatics?

    So, what type of blend is Manil's. Try other makers of similar blends.
  5. denholrl

    How Much is Too Much?

    Yes. Ten bowls a day IS EXCESSIVE, although not if you're a fan of a wide range of oral cancers.
  6. denholrl

    Praise for Peretti

    Dealing with them over the phone . . . always pleasant and efficient. I've been getting their Oriental Mixture for some time now. Excellent.
  7. denholrl

    Thoughts on a Second Pipe

    Don't buy a cheap pipe just because you don't have the funds for a better one. Wait and save up. It will be worth it.
  8. denholrl

    Any Thoughts on Getting Pipe Back From Lewis Pipe in MN?

    I would think that the family would beg happy to return your pipe.
  9. denholrl

    The Peterson Pipe Book

    They write that, contrary to popular myth, a "Made in Ireland" stamp does not identify a pre- republic Pete. Apparently, that stamp was used into th1960's.
  10. denholrl

    The Peterson Pipe Book

    Agreed. And, an excellent and definitive reference for Pete collectors.
  11. denholrl

    Any Advice on Quitting Cigarettes?

    I'm happy for you. Congratulation.
  12. denholrl

    Any Advice on Quitting Cigarettes?

    Try smoking. a cig in a closet. also, set a date to start a major project and agree that on that date you'll stop cigs.
  13. denholrl

    McClelland VAs Reassessed ! 2024

    I have a large selection of CC's and agree with your opinion of the 2003 as well as with St. James Woods, No.22 and Blackwoods. I would call your attention to two of my favoriteCC's: 1997 and 2001. I'm smoking some 2001 now. Wonderful. However, my favorite McC Virginia is No. 24, with...
  14. denholrl

    Show us your Genods.

    A fine-looking group. Amazing birdseye on that vest-pocket and the butty looks super nice1
  15. denholrl

    Pipe Collection

    Try a few different brands with your favorite tobacco blend. See which one(s) you like. Find a shape you like, Combine favorite brand with shape.