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flyfishn on "check out my new custom freehand"

flyfishn — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 01:21:24 +0000

Sweet pipe bro. Loks like it'll take years of abuse. Enjoy the fuck out of it.

baronsamedi on "Weird World of Pipe Smoking"

baronsamedi — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 01:17:58 +0000

The rubber guy is like watching a car wreck. I am so wishing I never hit the play button.

smokinggun on "Post your picture with a pipe."

smokinggun — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 01:17:07 +0000

Pawpaw I really like that jacket you are wearing, if you don't mind me asking what brand is it? Where did you get it?

zanthal on "check out my new custom freehand"

zanthal — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 01:16:22 +0000

It's actually been a pleasant breaking in, too. Not harsh. Measurements come out to: 2.2" chamber depth .75" chamber width 6.375" overall length And here's what she looks like: <img src="http://i.imgur.com/oakbt.jpg"> <img src="http://i.imgur.com/GGN5S.jpg"> <img src="http://i.imgur.com/oS3px.jpg">

bambam on "Big Changes: Will Be In and Out of The Forums"

bambam — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 01:15:43 +0000

Best of luck on the new place.. Hope all goes well with the move.

sherlock on "Is your B&M worth the extra cost ?"

sherlock — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 01:14:16 +0000

Sirsmokesalot, the difference is that if you buy tobacco online you don't have to pay state taxes unless you live in that state. That adds a few dollars for sure and lets not be mistaken, it wont be long before the government puts a stop to this. The other thing to consider is that online retailers do more volume, thus can charge less, the Walmart business model. Some business don't want to follow this model and/or they dont have the man power to run this kind of operation. Finally the intangible, by buying from the local you are supporting a shop in your community and employing your neighbors. All business is local somewhere whether it is China or your town, the point it supporting your local business. I think you can support both online and local retailers.

uberam3rica on "What the heck... a few meers"

uberam3rica — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 01:14:04 +0000

Nice pipes. Ive got a meer lined whitehall and an african block meer on the way

echopipe on "Unsmoked Pipes"

echopipe — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 01:05:46 +0000

Havanarick, if you still.want to get rid of that meer let me.know. ive been looking for one very simular to that. I don't have a meer yet only one meer lined briar. P.s. ignore periods. : )

baronsamedi on "Here's a monster for sure"

baronsamedi — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 01:05:42 +0000

Put some hob nails on it and you have a nice trench club.

uberam3rica on "In regards to tattoos"

uberam3rica — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 01:03:17 +0000

I have no tattoos. I do have my lower lip pierced though.I dont have problems with tattoos. I dont understand why you would want to be completely covered with them, but if it makes you happy be my guest. Ive kind of been wanting a tattoo, but at the same time I dont. I have a tendency to make decisions impulsively. I'm just afraid I'm gonna get something stupid and regret it. I was thinking about getting something that has to do with the beatles.

deyro on "What the heck... a few meers"

deyro — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:59:04 +0000

Since I'm on a roll with posts and pictures and what not, here are a few of my Meerschaums that are near and dear to me. <img src="http://pipesmagazine.com/wp-content/blogs.dir/1/files/album/2260/dey_2470_1c-600x398.jpg"> This was my first real pipe. (I don't count the chinese plastic disaster I had for a couple weeks) I picked this up from one of the shops the Turks ran on Camp Victory, Iraq for 60 bucks. Since I had just started smoking a pipe, I wanted something simple and not pretentious. This seemed to fit the bill. It's not my best smoker, but I'll never get rid of it. <img src="http://pipesmagazine.com/wp-content/blogs.dir/1/files/album/2260/dey_2471_1c-600x398.jpg"> This was the second one I bought, from a different Turk. To hell with simple and unpretentious, I said. I can't get it to smoke worth a damn and I'll probably die before the bowl starts to color, but it sure is purty. By the way, does anyone else think the way the bowl of a new meerschaum smells right after the first few smokes is one of the best things ever? Must be the beeswax. <img src="http://pipesmagazine.com/wp-content/blogs.dir/1/files/album/2260/dey_2468_1c-600x398.jpg"> My wife found this one in an antique store in Three Forks, Montana. It looks like it was dropped, busted, repaired and well-used over the years. I just wish I knew the history of this one, since it has so much character. It was my first attempt at restoring an antique. I managed to get it cleaned up and back into smoking shape without doing any damage. That is up until a couple weeks ago, when I managed to shatter the original amber stem! Luckily I found an old bakelite stem and a bone tenon in my stash fit and looked good. <img src="http://pipesmagazine.com/wp-content/blogs.dir/1/files/album/2260/dey_2462_1c-600x398.jpg"> And my latest, a $15 estate sale find which some of you may have already seen on another post. So, just for the heck of it, there are four of my meerschaums. One day I'll get the rest photographed.

batdemon on "In regards to tattoos"

batdemon — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:58:19 +0000

<blockquote>I do however have a problem with people asking rude things or making rude statements which often happens. I have even had strangers tuch my face and try to lift my shirt to see them which is a real invasion of my personal space and priviacy</blockquote> I agree 100% with you on that. That is not acceptable.

J Lee on "What Are You Smoking? February"

J Lee — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:56:14 +0000

<a href="http://luxurytobaccoreviews.com/t/g-l-pease-chelsea-morning">G. L. Pease Chelsea Morning</a> in the Greek made basket pipe accompanied by an Oskar Blues <a href="http://www.oskarblues.com/the-brews/dales-pale-ale">Dale’s Pale Ale</a>. These flavors don't really compliment each other. This voluminously hopped pale ale seems to take on a real stout bitterness with this blend. I'd like to try it with a Virgina instead.

echopipe on "Tounge has turned black!!!"

echopipe — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:51:58 +0000

I think your right. Its from the antibiotics. But it might mean that you are a bit allergic. Maybe call the doctor who.gave them to you. good lick, I mean luck.

echopipe on "Is your B&M worth the extra cost ?"

echopipe — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:44:00 +0000

I'm all for supporting mum and pop. For sure. However my closest shop is not so welcoming or comfortable. Its a boys club and a foreign boys club at that. So they cant be bothered with this women pipe smoker. I'm not easily made uncomfortable. But, well its not worth the drive and the almost double prices. Would love to find a cool one. I'm in Echo Park. Los Angeles. If anyone knows of one???

ejames on "Stem Repair - Oxidized "dots"?"

ejames — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:39:58 +0000

One thing to remember about bleaching. ANY AND ALL metal must be completely covered with vaseline to protect it from the bleach. Plastic stem logos are not damaged by it. You don't have to use bleach straight,dilute it about 4 to 1.

Paul on "Plugs?"

Paul — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:37:23 +0000

As a VA fan myself ...<a href="http://luxurytobaccoreviews.com/t/g-l-pease-jackknife-plug"> GLP's Jackknife Plug</a>

mikemacrdlnds on "What Are You Smoking? February"

mikemacrdlnds — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:37:15 +0000

McClelland Syrian Star in a Meer

echopipe on "May be getting sick..."

echopipe — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:26:55 +0000

Good for you,taking a break. I just say it as I light another bowl full. I'm sick too. feel better!

echopipe on "Weird World of Pipe Smoking"

echopipe — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:23:12 +0000

There's some other really funny ones on there.too. the guy with the gaint pipe. Seen that one.? For some reason I always bump into it. Ha

Paul on "More PAD - and I Haven't Even Gotten IRS Refund Yet"

Paul — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:22:53 +0000

Going on the theme of trying to add a pipe from as many pipe making countries as possible - today I bring one to the collection from Germany: <img src="http://assets.smokingpipes.com/images/products/002-457-1028.jpg"> Of course also have to bring in some TAD to get up to the free shipping level, 2 Tins of Mac Baren's: Mixture Modern-Danish Mixture and 3 Tins of Mac Baren's: Danish Gold

shaintiques on "check out my new custom freehand"

shaintiques — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:20:47 +0000

I actually got to see your pipe in the early stages of shaping. Look forward to seeing it finished.

shaintiques on "check out my new custom freehand"

shaintiques — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:19:48 +0000

Yeah he does beautiful work.

zanthal on "check out my new custom freehand"

zanthal — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:16:09 +0000

(pics to follow) shaintiques pointed me in the direction of a friend of his who made me a double plateau freehand based on my general specifications. It turned out great, and with no offense intended, better than I expected. The draw is great, the tenon fits perfectly in the mortise, and the chamber walls are about as thick as the chamber diameter, making for great insulation. And it looks good to boot. I'm going to followup with a weight and exact measurements, as well as pics.

uberam3rica on "Viking vs Falcon Metal Pipes"

uberam3rica — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:11:11 +0000

Ive only got a falcon, but i like it. I really want a meer or meer lined bowl for it

lifeon2 on "stem for an amphora 731 canadian"

lifeon2 — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:08:41 +0000

I'll keep my eyes on the inbox

smokindawg on "Viking vs Falcon Metal Pipes"

smokindawg — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:07:09 +0000

The kirsten is a bit more fiddly than either the viking or the falcon. It has more parts and takes more cleaning than either of the others. That being said, any of the three can be a good pipe and with several bowls can be great smokers.

jchaplick on "May be getting sick..."

jchaplick — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:05:15 +0000

Always the worst, not only do I have to deal with the discomfort of being sick, I will mostly have to take a break on pipes for a while. Always the worst

dgerwin11 on "stem for an amphora 731 canadian"

dgerwin11 — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:04:15 +0000

Stems are not interchangeable mass produced parts. They will be individually fitted to the shank. There are several skilled members here who can help. Keep an eye on you PM notification.

smokindawg on "Big Changes: Will Be In and Out of The Forums"

smokindawg — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:02:57 +0000

Make your move and concentrate on getting that done. I know how time consuming it can be. Relax a bit and take your time to move and get set up right. We aren't going anywhere and will be here when you finally get back here. Congratulations on the new place too......... It always feels good to be able to come home to your own place.

jcsnaps on "What Are You Smoking? February"

jcsnaps — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:02:47 +0000

Nightcap, in a Ben Wade

jchaplick on "Plugs?"

jchaplick — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:02:03 +0000

It sounds good

terry on "If Worst Comes to Worst, No More Pipe Tobacco Industry"

terry — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 23:57:14 +0000

Think we are being setup to raise taxes on any form of tobacco at a very costly price?

terry on "Grilled Stuffed Trout Wrapped in Bacon"

terry — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 23:51:56 +0000

However, I fillet my trout like any other fresh water fish..get the skin off and most of the bones out before I cook them. It takes the wild fishy taste out of them.

smokindawg on "Fitting?"

smokindawg — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 23:49:42 +0000

I always wait too take mine apart till it's cooled for a while. One good reason, amoung many, why a person should have more than one pipe. Leaving it set a day, even smoking it a few times before removing the stem won't hurt the pipe. Especially if you run a cleaner thru it between smokes, without removing the stem.