what is your latest pipe purchase

[Hambone]

from eBay (http://www.ebay.com/itm/191362033821?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT)

vintage messenger handmade leather laptop satchel bag genuine camera briefcase

They have more. $110 including shipping

[Emperor Zurg]

Got tired of lugging around all my pipe stuff and pipes, so I decided to get a bag dedicated to my pipes.

Nice purse.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YgQDAKsOh-M

[Cigars4Troops]

Make this your next Pipe Purchase! A chance at all them goodies for only $5!

http://www.cigarbum.com/forum/showthread.php?2376-Pipe-raffle-for-the-troops!

[Branzig]

Nice purse.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YgQDAKsOh-M


I hate you. I hate you so much.

But god darnit...I love you for the Seinfeld clip....

Ugh. I'm so lost in how I should feel right now. :banghead:

[Hambone]

Now I need the coat!

[Branzig]

Couple little things I've picked up. Been out of town so haven't been able to post:

The top pipe is a Brigham 1 dot Pot shape, the one below is a little Mastercraft with CB-like rustication. I think the tobacco is self explanatory :p

http://i1328.photobucket.com/albums/w530/branzig/20150402_144337_zps86wygdgr.jpg (http://s1328.photobucket.com/user/branzig/media/20150402_144337_zps86wygdgr.jpg.html)

[NeverBend]

Couple little things I've picked up. Been out of town so haven't been able to post:

The top pipe is a Brigham 1 dot Pot shape, the one below is a little Mastercraft with CB-like rustication. I think the tobacco is self explanatory :p

http://i1328.photobucket.com/albums/w530/branzig/20150402_144337_zps86wygdgr.jpg (http://s1328.photobucket.com/user/branzig/media/20150402_144337_zps86wygdgr.jpg.html)

Nice haul that.

[LandonColby]

Just made a little purchase at P&C.. I'll post pictures when it arrives.

[Pugsley]

Never owned a Kaywoodie before, but now that I'm retired I can't afford to be a pipe snob anymore, so I just grabbed this one on Fleabay.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Fabulous-Kaywoodie-Relief-Grain-Estate-Pipe-184-NR-/231518505745?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2047675.l2557&nma=true&si=%252F0rqQMTloS%252F270Qv7eST1f7jtdE%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc

[NeverBend]

Never owned a Kaywoodie before, but now that I'm retired I can't afford to be a pipe snob anymore, so I just grabbed this one on Fleabay.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Fabulous-Kaywoodie-Relief-Grain-Estate-Pipe-184-NR-/231518505745?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2047675.l2557&nma=true&si=%252F0rqQMTloS%252F270Qv7eST1f7jtdE%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc

Warren, that's a nice looking stick and it appears to have been nicely restored. Enjoy.

How was your trip and the smokes?

[Pugsley]

Warren, that's a nice looking stick and it appears to have been nicely restored. Enjoy.

How was your trip and the smokes?

The trip was great. Cloudless skies with temps in 80s the first two days, cooling to the 70's by the third. At night, the coyotes were in fine vocal form, and the only rattler I encountered was roadkill. I was on a bit of a latakia kick and smoked Dunhill Early Morning Pipe all weekend, but the other tins I took did not go to waste thanks to my tobacco-less friends.

[NeverBend]

The trip was great. Cloudless skies with temps in 80s the first two days, cooling to the 70's by the third. At night, the coyotes were in fine vocal form, and the only rattler I encountered was roadkill. I was on a bit of a latakia kick and smoked Dunhill Early Morning Pipe all weekend, but the other tins I took did not go to waste thanks to my tobacco-less friends.

Sounds like you had a grand time. It's funny that the tobacco that you brought was exactly the kind that your friends wanted to smoke! I have a couple of friends lke that too (with cigars).

[JustTroItIn]

Sounds like you had a grand time. It's funny that the tobacco that you brought was exactly the kind that your friends wanted to smoke! I have a couple of friends lke that too (with cigars).

I think we all have friends like that. :D

[Branzig]

My new (to me) Capitello that I will be working on today.

http://i1328.photobucket.com/albums/w530/branzig/20150406_105635_zpschincznb.jpg (http://s1328.photobucket.com/user/branzig/media/20150406_105635_zpschincznb.jpg.html)

http://i1328.photobucket.com/albums/w530/branzig/20150406_105715_zpsbb1cyrjk.jpg (http://s1328.photobucket.com/user/branzig/media/20150406_105715_zpsbb1cyrjk.jpg.html)

[Gunther7912]

Started my journy into piping this afternoon with a few starters that Branzig suggested.

http://i1273.photobucket.com/albums/y419/gunther7912/Mobile%20Uploads/08F5EAB0-0DF4-459C-AE0A-3C26D2C64E2C_zpsxrkwi9mt.jpg (http://s1273.photobucket.com/user/gunther7912/media/Mobile%20Uploads/08F5EAB0-0DF4-459C-AE0A-3C26D2C64E2C_zpsxrkwi9mt.jpg.html)

[NeverBend]

Hi Jake,

Looks like Branzig did you up brown. Enjoy yourself.

[LandonColby]

My new (to me) Capitello that I will be working on today.

http://i1328.photobucket.com/albums/w530/branzig/20150406_105635_zpschincznb.jpg (http://s1328.photobucket.com/user/branzig/media/20150406_105635_zpschincznb.jpg.html)

http://i1328.photobucket.com/albums/w530/branzig/20150406_105715_zpsbb1cyrjk.jpg (http://s1328.photobucket.com/user/branzig/media/20150406_105715_zpsbb1cyrjk.jpg.html)

Damn, what a beauty. What did the auction cost you?

[Branzig]

Started my journy into piping this afternoon with a few starters that Branzig suggested.

Job well done buddy. Glad you found the places I was telling ya about! Great way to get started! I'll PM ya a little later on about some other stuff now thay you got your feet wet [emoji6]



Damn, what a beauty. What did the auction cost you?

I ended up getting lucky. Most the pipe buying community must have been sleeping that day becuase I was able to pick it up for only 46 bucks shipped. A week later a similar one went for considerably more money.

Guess it's all about right place right time.

[Pugsley]

One tin of Dunhill Royal Yacht and three of Dunhill Deluxe Navy Rolls. I love the Navy Rolls but will only buy it when it's on sale, and all this month Dunhill tins are 25% off if you buy a minimum of 4 at Smokingpipes.com. I may even go back for seconds.

[LandonColby]

Small order from P&C came in just now.
2 tins of Orlik Dark Strong Kentucky, ounce samples of Pine Grove and Louisiana Red, a bundle of Schizo cigars, and a single Villiger Bold cigar to sample. Kinda pissed that the Villiger came in really rough shape, I don't know if it can even be smoked.

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/08/7dad76b00eb464f50ac74daae89316a1.jpg

[Tgs679]

Just jarred up a pound of EMP and a pound of Nightcap.

[Emperor Zurg]

...ounce samples of Pine Grove and Louisiana Red...[/IMG]

If you get a minute, let us know what you think of the Pine Grove.
FYI, it's pretty good mixed with a few cubes of SG Black Cherry Twist

[Branzig]

Small order from P&C came in just now.
2 tins of Orlik Dark Strong Kentucky, ounce samples of Pine Grove and Louisiana Red, a bundle of Schizo cigars, and a single Villiger Bold cigar to sample. Kinda pissed that the Villiger came in really rough shape, I don't know if it can even be smoked.

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/08/7dad76b00eb464f50ac74daae89316a1.jpg
Contact P&C about the beat up Villager. I'm sure they'll make it right.

[NeverBend]

One tin of Dunhill Royal Yacht and three of Dunhill Deluxe Navy Rolls. I love the Navy Rolls but will only buy it when it's on sale, and all this month Dunhill tins are 25% off if you buy a minimum of 4 at Smokingpipes.com. I may even go back for seconds.

Thanks for the heads up about the Dunhill tins on Smokingpipes.Com. At first I thought that the listed prices were already discounted and I wasn't impressed but they take off 25% in the cart and that impressed me enough so that I'm putting together a much needed order (yeah, needed like that hole in the head that I'm trying to find).

I smoked all of these tins back in the day except for the Navy Rolls that you and @JimInks (http://www.cigarbum.com/forum/member.php?u=180) speak so highly of, so I added a few of them too. I ordered 8oz bulk of #965 and Nightcap from Pipetobacco.Com (they're 25% off too). It'll be interesting to see how Durbar and Aperitif compare to what I remember of them.

Adding to that hole in the head I purchased a Barling
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Barlings-Pipe-6584-T-V-F-6-5-Long-/251900894596?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2047675.l2557&nma=true&si=0TXPQt68o5X5p0WbCyN0lwHO43g%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc

Bowl was made in pre-transition and probably the stem too (originally) but this bit may be a replacement. I'll try to post before-after pics when I get to it.

[LandonColby]

Contact P&C about the beat up Villager. I'm sure they'll make it right.

I already smoked it...or at least what I could. It was only a buck and I just wanted to try it to see if I'd want a bundle as a cheap stick. It was a pleasant smoke, but the construction issues put me off. The 20 Schizo's I got are flawless in construction and smoke pretty damn good for a dollar stick. Love em.


If you get a minute, let us know what you think of the Pine Grove.
FYI, it's pretty good mixed with a few cubes of SG Black Cherry Twist

I loved the Pine Grove! It came really dry but damn was it a nice smoke. It was smoky, fragrant, and fairly sweet. Really enjoyed it. Too bad I don't have ANY twists in my stash at the moment, I can see how it would benefit from a "kick in the pants".

[Tgs679]

http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l273/tgs679/Cigars/A59B61C0-36D9-4936-A49D-2162C028DBAD_zpsqrphsaia.jpg (http://s98.photobucket.com/user/tgs679/media/Cigars/A59B61C0-36D9-4936-A49D-2162C028DBAD_zpsqrphsaia.jpg.html)

[Pugsley]

Just put in a tobacco order at 4noggins. Ordered some C&D Chenet's Cake, and in the description is something I've never seen before:

"Estimated peak: 10 to 15 years. But it's definitely smokeable now."

https://www.4noggins.com/cornell-and-diehl-chenets-cake-2-oz.aspx

[NeverBend]

Just put in a tobacco order at 4noggins. Ordered some C&D Chenet's Cake, and in the description is something I've never seen before:

"Estimated peak: 10 to 15 years. But it's definitely smokeable now."

https://www.4noggins.com/cornell-and-diehl-chenets-cake-2-oz.aspx

Warren, why not buy a nice Amarone and keep them together till you smoke them? :)

[Pugsley]

Warren, why not buy a nice Amarone and keep them together till you smoke them? :)

At my age, expecting to be around when it reaches it's peak in 15 years just isn't realistic. This one will be smoked before it's time.

[NeverBend]

At my age, expecting to be around when it reaches it's peak in 15 years just isn't realistic. This one will be smoked before it's time.

Hope that you eat your words but I'm a ditto and I buy to smoke and hope I'm around to see it get old. If my wife hides my latest purchases then the young guys here on CB will will have to smoke it for me.

[BryGuySC]

http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o163/bcsssj/Cigar%20Stuff/a07c6a8f-fc75-4a33-995e-bd7805df61f6_zps5nhj26fm.jpg (http://s120.photobucket.com/user/bcsssj/media/Cigar%20Stuff/a07c6a8f-fc75-4a33-995e-bd7805df61f6_zps5nhj26fm.jpg.html)

[Pugsley]

Just grabbed another pipe I didn't need on Ebay this morning. Don't know much about the maker except that he had a tobacco and pipe shop in Chicago and retired around 1942. The reviews that I've found by googling all seem to be positive.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/271837311692?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

[Mister Moo]

Saw this at the Raleigh (TAPS) Pipe Show Saturday and could not help myself. I'm a sucker for a bulldog and this old timer reeally caught my eye. Based on the the type of stinger, two-digit shape number, Flame Grain nomenclature and round/inlaid logo I estimate product from 1938-1939. After my father-in-law it's the oldest thing in the house.

And the July Dog Fry is coming up soon - you gotta have (another?) bulldog, right? :D

http://i.imgur.com/VRkb3fn.jpg

[NeverBend]

Saw this at the Raleigh (TAPS) Pipe Show Saturday and could not help myself. I'm a sucker for a bulldog and this old timer reeally caught my eye. Based on the the type of stinger, two-digit shape number, Flame Grain nomenclature and round/inlaid logo I estimate product from 1938-1939. After my father-in-law it's the oldest thing in the house.

And the July Dog Fry is coming up soon - you gotta have (another?) bulldog, right? :D

http://i.imgur.com/VRkb3fn.jpg

Dan,

You hooked a beauty. Great harmony in colors, grain and shape, very quintessential pre-war Kaywoodie and they were some very good pipes. Can I ask what you paid for her? How was the Raleigh show?

[Mister Moo]

Dan,

You hooked a beauty. Great harmony in colors, grain and shape, very quintessential pre-war Kaywoodie and they were some very good pipes. Can I ask what you paid for her? How was the Raleigh show?thanks for the kind words. I just smoked a bowl number one withl some kind of hazelnut aromatic and the pipe smokes fine as frog's hair. I don't like talking about prices but I will tell you the Raleigh show was well attended and everybody seemed busy there. The Richmond show closed its doors this year and I think a small amount of traffic came from Virginia just to attend.

also be aware that the first annual pipe show in New Orleans Louisiana will be the first week in October this year. The show will include an optional tour of a perique processing operation with transportation lunch and beverages included for a modest fee. I would really like to do that but doubt I can make it down there. If you're near NOLA, I sure recommend this especially if you smoke a pipe!

[Roy Earle]

Perfect back pocket wallet for tobacco, lighter and tamper

http://www.designapplehoesjes.nl/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Saddleback-iPhone6-leren-portemonnee21.jpg

[Mister Moo]

Just grabbed another pipe I didn't need on Ebay this morning. Don't know much about the maker except that he had a tobacco and pipe shop in Chicago and retired around 1942. The reviews that I've found by googling all seem to be positive.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/271837311692?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

Arf! Love dogs.

[GWBowman]

Last year I bought a couple of Groupons for BnB Tobacco and just cashed in
http://i1166.photobucket.com/albums/q610/GWBowman/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-04/A4D835FD-0FC7-4FE7-B13C-3411DCC290A5_zpsabmmfrny.jpg

[NeverBend]

Last year I bought a couple of Groupons for BnB Tobacco and just cashed in
http://i1166.photobucket.com/albums/q610/GWBowman/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-04/A4D835FD-0FC7-4FE7-B13C-3411DCC290A5_zpsabmmfrny.jpg

George, I'll say that you cashed in! Nice haul!

[mooster]

Nice assortment! (Please don't change your avatar, at least until I get used to the new name; I Struggle enough as it is these days...)

[NeverBend]

Nice assortment! (Please don't change your avatar, at least until I get used to the new name; I Struggle enough as it is these days...)

Are you saying that you're easily confused?

[Pugsley]

Ordered another 10 pipe grab bag, ( third in two months), and a straight stem General. The bag is to share with pipeless friends, the General is for me.

[Bruck]

Ordered another 10 pipe grab bag, ( third in two months), and a straight stem General. The bag is to share with pipeless friends, the General is for me.

LOL, addictive, isn't it? I've bought a couple of these.

[Bruck]

Just received my latest P&C order:
1 oz Daughters and Ryan Picayune - strong!
1 oz D&R Cockstrong bcs I thought it would... never mind, didn't work :)
1 oz Captain Black Cherry - for blending, but tried some straight - not too bad
1 pouch Virginia Gold Cherry - also for blending, haven't tried it yet.
4 replacement MM stems

[BryGuySC]

I just received a smoky gray mini-churchwarden forever stem for my cobs. The tenon is a bit off-center, but I still like it a lot. It looks really nice.

[Pugsley]

LOL, addictive, isn't it? I've bought a couple of these.

It's that time of year when I stock up on cobs. Memorial Day weekend is when we have our big annual get together up north in the hills. There are usually about 40 people there and although few of the women will indulge, most of the men, even nonsmokers, will have a bowl or two. One of my friends supplies cigars and I supply pipes and tobacco.

[Horsefeathers]

A couple of pics of my latest acquisition, a Neerup bent apple. My wife surprised me with it earlier this week. She said I'd looked at it so many times she wanted me to have it. I didn't realize I'd looked at so many times; it's what inspired the eyeballin' thread.

http://i.imgur.com/4ew7pnZl.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/AZANllAl.jpg

[tmoran]

That's a beaut, Ryan. Not many pipes REALLY grab my eye, but that one sure does. Love the little adornment, and that stem is very unique. Perfect blast and some purty ring grain. Congrats!

[Bruck]

Nice lookin' pipe, Ryan.

[NeverBend]

A couple of pics of my latest acquisition, a Neerup bent apple. My wife surprised me with it earlier this week. She said I'd looked at it so many times she wanted me to have it. I didn't realize I'd looked at so many times; it's what inspired the eyeballin' thread.

http://i.imgur.com/4ew7pnZl.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/AZANllAl.jpg

Hi Ryan,

Lovely pipe with some nice grain and you proved a point in your narrative - you married a good woman! Nice!

[BryGuySC]

My wife and I trolled through the flea markets today, but it was practically a bust.
:(

The only thing I found was a mini Missouri Meerschaum. At least I only paid $0.25!

http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o163/bcsssj/Cigar%20Stuff/b377d488-ae36-4ceb-924f-8700de64f247_zpsyhbugjv2.jpg (http://s120.photobucket.com/user/bcsssj/media/Cigar%20Stuff/b377d488-ae36-4ceb-924f-8700de64f247_zpsyhbugjv2.jpg.html)

[Horsefeathers]

Hi Ryan,

Lovely pipe with some nice grain and you proved a point in your narrative - you married a good woman! Nice!

Thanks for the kind words Pete, I'll let her know you said so!


My wife and I trolled through the flea markets today, but it was practically a bust.
:(

The only thing I found was a mini Missouri Meerschaum. At least I only paid $0.25!

http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o163/bcsssj/Cigar%20Stuff/b377d488-ae36-4ceb-924f-8700de64f247_zpsyhbugjv2.jpg (http://s120.photobucket.com/user/bcsssj/media/Cigar%20Stuff/b377d488-ae36-4ceb-924f-8700de64f247_zpsyhbugjv2.jpg.html)

Quality time with the wife and a new pipe for only a quarter. Sounds like a win to me!

[BryGuySC]

Quality time with the wife and a new pipe for only a quarter. Sounds like a win to me!

True! Man, you should have seen what we did last night! (no, that's not what I'm talking about!)
We have three boys (ages 9, 11, 13) so we don't get to go out much. My mom took the boys for the weekend, so my wife and I were trying to find something to do last night. After almost 15 years of marriage, our main criteria for a date is "what would make the best memory/story?".
Well, I found that an avant garde experimental jazz duo was playing, so off we went. It was crazy and amazing.

Here is a taste!
https://youtu.be/-54N5OG3mVo

[mooster]

I'm not much on mini-pipes, but that music is excellent!

[NeverBend]

I found a cure for PAD.
My wife (is fine - thanks) was hit from behind by a kid who was texting and our car totaled. Needed to quickly buy another car. Cure for PAD.
Fortunately I had already put in my high bid that was enough to secure this pipe. Not wanting to step on mooster 's toes, I made certain to bid on a smooth that happens to be my first (and probably last) "L" logo'd Jacopo.
http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTIwMFgxNjAw/z/sLIAAOSwBLlVIqQa/$_57.JPG

http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTIwMFgxNjAw/z/9HEAAOSwNSxVIqQg/$_57.JPG?rt=nc
http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTIwMFgxNjAw/z/0LIAAOSw7aBVIqQs/$_57.JPG?rt=nc

[Alligator Gar]

I made certain to bid on a smooth that happens to be my first (and probably last) "L" logo'd Jacopo.

The birds eye on that is mesmerizing. Very fine looking briar.

[Branzig]

I made certain to bid on a smooth that happens to be my first (and probably last) "L" logo'd Jacopo.

Stunning pipe, Pete.

Just put a coral sticker over the stem :p

[NeverBend]

Stunning pipe, Pete.

Just put a coral sticker over the stem :p

Brilliant idea!

[Alligator Gar]

This is the first pipe of note I've bought.

http://i.imgur.com/2ci7qbm.jpg

A friend was proxying this for an older gentleman. It appeared unsmoked.

http://i.imgur.com/Z9I89x9.jpg

The light makes it appear to have a long flaw on the front quarter panel, but I assure you it is a trick of the light. It is smooth as a baby's bottom.

http://i.imgur.com/xnTKREQ.jpg

I really wanted some plateau briar showing and this pipe delivers, along with a cavernous bowl.

http://i.imgur.com/atYFbUa.jpg

I love the freehand style and crazy grain... is it a flame grain? I'm still learning the lexicon, but I know what I like, and this pipe spoke to me the moment I saw it. I'm almost certain this is the last nice pipe I'll ever buy, other than that sweet Neerup Bent Apple I have my eye on. Oh, and those two Savinelli Authors I've got dibs on. And then THATS IT!
Thanks for looking.

[Alligator Gar]

Stunning pipe, Pete.

Just put a coral sticker over the stem :p

And be sure to remove that possum hair before smoking.

[NeverBend]

This is the first pipe of note I've bought.

http://i.imgur.com/2ci7qbm.jpg

A friend was proxying this for an older gentleman. It appeared unsmoked.

http://i.imgur.com/Z9I89x9.jpg

The light makes it appear to have a long flaw on the front quarter panel, but I assure you it is a trick of the light. It is smooth as a baby's bottom.

http://i.imgur.com/xnTKREQ.jpg

I really wanted some plateau briar showing and this pipe delivers, along with a cavernous bowl.

http://i.imgur.com/atYFbUa.jpg

I love the freehand style and crazy grain... is it a flame grain? I'm still learning the lexicon, but I know what I like, and this pipe spoke to me the moment I saw it. I'm almost certain this is the last nice pipe I'll ever buy, other than that sweet Neerup Bent Apple I have my eye on. Oh, and those two Savinelli Authors I've got dibs on. And then THATS IT!
Thanks for looking.

Beautiful pipe Jim. I loved your comment that it may be a freehand but that doesn't mean hands free!

The term straight grain is always subjective to the smoker and maker. Companies do mark their pipes as 'straight grain' but that's their opinion and sometimes their opinion is well, prejuduced :). In a general sense, straight grains should be pipes where the grain flows from rim to heel in parallel straight lines. Flame grain usually connotes that the grain flows similarly but may be angled one way or another or both ways.

No two straight grains are the same and they vary in quality with the ideal being the tightest (least room between the grain) and straightest.

Your pipe was cut from plateaux briar (that's the burl exterior on the top of your pipe) that's usually the source of the best grain and it's often the most expensive cut of briar. The shape of the pipe affects the quality and amount of straight grain that can be expressed on the pipe. Your pipe was handmade to follow the contour of the grain. Had your block of wood been made into a billiard it would necessarily have had mixed grain around part of the bowl. You'll sometimes see the term, 360 degree straight grain that simply means that the owner feels that the straight grain goes all around the pipe.

Pete

[Alligator Gar]

Beautiful pipe Jim. I loved your comment that it may be a freehand but that doesn't mean hands free!

The term straight grain is always subjective to the smoker and maker. Companies do mark their pipes as 'straight grain' but that's their opinion and sometimes their opinion is well, prejuduced :). In a general sense, straight grains should be pipes where the grain flows from rim to heel in parallel straight lines. Flame grain usually connotes that the grain flows similarly but may be angled one way or another or both ways.

No two straight grains are the same and they vary in quality with the ideal being the tightest (least room between the grain) and straightest.

Your pipe was cut from plateaux briar (that's the burl exterior on the top of your pipe) that's usually the source of the best grain and it's often the most expensive cut of briar. The shape of the pipe affects the quality and amount of straight grain that can be expressed on the pipe. Your pipe was handmade to follow the contour of the grain. Had your block of wood been made into a billiard it would necessarily have had mixed grain around part of the bowl. You'll sometimes see the term, 360 degree straight grain that simply means that the owner feels that the straight grain goes all around the pipe.

Pete

Great knowledge drop, Pete. This is why I love you guys.

I think the reason I like that freehand is because the maker honored the grain. I've tried going against the grain when turning wood and the results are not as moving. There's something nicely organic about letting the wood dictate the final form.

[Tgs679]

A 8 oz bag of Margate and a 3.5 oz tin of Dark Star.

[Lynn]

1988

Ive decided to buy a pipe this is what I like...any thoughts?

[El Whedo]

Harvey, if you like that pipe, that is all that matters.

Pipe tobacco is MUCH cheaper than cigars, and easier to smoke on and off all day with out blowing out yer palate. If that pipe is briar it will be good for probably twoish bowls per day before getting swampy. Pick up a corn cob pipe, or two, the next time yer at Walmart or Walgreens. Corn cob pipes can be smoked over and over and over and over with out any problems.

Yer gonna be surprised at the array of flavors available with pipe tobacco, how easy it is to store (small mason jars), and how inexpensive it is.

[Lynn]

It's briar hand made an carved with inlays, an has been charred. stem has air cooling an filter. I will probably only smoke it in the evenings, one or two bowels...Ive been lookin for something that said Lynn when I saw it, an this one does, even she say's it is me...looked in my turning woods an found a piece of aged cherry so when I have time Im going to make one of cherry.

[GWBowman]

1988

Ive decided to buy a pipe this is what I like...any thoughts?

That's mighty fine looking. Welcome to yet another steep, slippery slope.

[Lynn]

Harvey, if you like that pipe, that is all that matters.

Pipe tobacco is MUCH cheaper than cigars, and easier to smoke on and off all day with out blowing out yer palate. If that pipe is briar it will be good for probably twoish bowls per day before getting swampy. Pick up a corn cob pipe, or two, the next time yer at Walmart or Walgreens. Corn cob pipes can be smoked over and over and over and over with out any problems.

Yer gonna be surprised at the array of flavors available with pipe tobacco, how easy it is to store (small mason jars), and how inexpensive it is.

what you mean swampy??

[Branzig]

what you mean swampy??

Pipes need to dry out. Especially briar. Otherwise they stay moist and start to smoke real wet and impart a nasty taste to your tobacco.

They literally smoke "swampy" if not allowed to dry out.

That's why we all have a bunch of pipes...it's not PAD...really it isn't....honestly...Every pipe I buy is justified...quit judging me A-holes! :lol:

[Pugsley]

No idea what they are, but at less than $20 each, I couldn't resist.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/estate-tobacco-pipes-/331534434206?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2047675.l2557&nma=true&si=%252F0rqQMTloS%252F270Qv7eST1f7jtdE%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc

[Ropey]

Thought this was pretty funky. Pigskin-wrapped, meerschaum-lined Dr. Hardy from at least 20 years ago. Unsmoked. Never seen anything quite like it. ~$40 shipped.

http://i810.photobucket.com/albums/zz23/sxyzzz/_58_zpsjsglhf0t.jpg

[NeverBend]

No idea what they are, but at less than $20 each, I couldn't resist.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/estate-tobacco-pipes-/331534434206?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2047675.l2557&nma=true&si=%252F0rqQMTloS%252F270Qv7eST1f7jtdE%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc

Hi Warren,

Looks like a nice lot of pipes. The two on the right look like Alpha made (Israel) that were good values in the 1980s (perhaps when these guys are from). The one on the left (sandblast, full bent) appears to have a hallmark so you should be able to date that it you wish and this site might be helpful:
http://www.925-1000.com/

Please let us know how they smoke and when the hallmarked pipe was made (if you discover the date) and enjoy them.

Pete

[NeverBend]

Thought this was pretty funky. Pigskin-wrapped, meerschaum-lined Dr. Hardy from at least 20 years ago. Unsmoked. Never seen anything quite like it. ~$40 shipped.

http://i810.photobucket.com/albums/zz23/sxyzzz/_58_zpsjsglhf0t.jpg

Hi Ropey,

I don't know the brand (Hardy) but it looks like a nice find and at a good price. Please let us know how it smokes and enjoy.

[NeverBend]

I swear that I'm no longer bidding, I have PAD but it's under control but it wasn't as evidenced by close to 30 pipes waiting for restoration so you guys understand the depths of my sickness. Had to buy a car, had to stop the PAD. Done.

No more bids but on eBay some auctions last a week or more. I knew that I had bid on the Jacopo (below) but I completely forgot that I had a low 'place-holder' bid on this Barling and I'd forgotten about it until I got an email saying that I purchased it. Had to man up and pay for it, wait for the pipe, restore it and smoke it. PAD destroys. I like destruction but I promise that my PAD is under control from now on. Really, I do.

Yes, there is one other item that i will bid on but that's an excepton. No more PAD.



http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTI1M1gxNjAw/z/4lgAAOSw34FVEb9q/$_57.JPG

[JustTroItIn]

No more PAD.



http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTI1M1gxNjAw/z/4lgAAOSw34FVEb9q/$_57.JPG

I remember saying that. ;) Nice Barling!

[Ropey]

I don't know the brand (Hardy) but it looks like a nice find and at a good price. Please let us know how it smokes and enjoy.Thanks. Dr. Hardy pipes used to be seconds for the Lorenzo factory. Apparently they stopped making Dr. Hardys in the mid-1990s from what I've read.

The leather- and pigskin-clad look was a fad in the 1960s and 1970s, but I'd be surprised if this one were that old. Most of those were brown-leather wrapped and usually made in France. I've never cared much for the brown leather wrapped ones, but this one is black and unlike any pipe I've ever seen. I was looking for a meerschaum-lined pipe and this was one of the least expensive new ones on ebay (the estate ones looked terrible).

I'm not even entirely sure if the wood is briar since the seller didn't describe it very thoroughly. Will have to see what it's like when it arrives.

[Branzig]

I swear that I'm no longer bidding, I have PAD but it's under control but it wasn't as evidenced by close to 30 pipes waiting for restoration so you guys understand the depths of my sickness. Had to buy a car, had to stop the PAD. Done.

No more bids but on eBay some auctions last a week or more. I knew that I had bid on the Jacopo (below) but I completely forgot that I had a low 'place-holder' bid on this Barling and I'd forgotten about it until I got an email saying that I purchased it. Had to man up and pay for it, wait for the pipe, restore it and smoke it. PAD destroys. I like destruction but I promise that my PAD is under control from now on. Really, I do.

Yes, there is one other item that i will bid on but that's an excepton. No more PAD.



http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTI1M1gxNjAw/z/4lgAAOSw34FVEb9q/$_57.JPG

Excellent Barling Pete. Unexpected, but I am sure it will be money well spent.

If you need me to buy you out on this, or put that Coral sticker on that Jacopo stem for ya, let me know :D

[Alligator Gar]

Excellent Barling Pete. Unexpected, but I am sure it will be money well spent.

If you need me to buy you out on this, or put that Coral sticker on that Jacopo stem for ya, let me know :D

If either one of you come across a decent bent apple I'll help you make bank. Any condition other than broke (the pipe, not the buyer.)

[BryGuySC]

Got this pipe stand and four pipes for under $25. Couldn't pass up at least one bid. Won with the one minimum bid.
Looking forward to restoring them.

http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o163/bcsssj/Cigar%20Stuff/_57_zpszexwungd.jpg (http://s120.photobucket.com/user/bcsssj/media/Cigar%20Stuff/_57_zpszexwungd.jpg.html)

[NeverBend]

This was the exception that I mentioned, and I'd have bought it even if I were destitute.

Savinelli Fitsall Reamer
http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTIwMFgxNjAw/z/Z8gAAOSwPhdVLIui/$_57.JPG

The rest of the lot is, literally, garbage but the Fitsall Reamer is an item has great meaning to me. I looked for one for so long that finally just stopped looking until last week when a kind gent pointed me towards this one on eBay..

I signed onto Puff forum in 2009 but I didn't stay long. When I returned in 2014 my first post was to ask if anyone knew where I could get one of these reamers and though no one knew anything about them, I did hang around long enough to meet Branzig and freestoke and I feel fortunate to have stayed to meet the rest of the good folks, now here on Cigar Bum.

Happens to be the best reamer I ever used and I've probably reamed over 1,000 pipes with one. I had two of them (if it's good - do it twice) but my former partner made off with them (that's the least of what he made off with) but it's like getting a little piece of myself back.

So I've come full circle here on Cigar Bum. Brandon, this is what I was looking for.

[NeverBend]

Got this pipe stand and four pipes for under $25. Couldn't pass up at least one bid. Won with the one minimum bid.
Looking forward to restoring them.

http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o163/bcsssj/Cigar%20Stuff/_57_zpszexwungd.jpg (http://s120.photobucket.com/user/bcsssj/media/Cigar%20Stuff/_57_zpszexwungd.jpg.html)

Hi Bryan,

Nice score! If you would, please list the nomenclature for the pipes. The one on the right appears to be an older Kaywoodie.

[BryGuySC]

Hi Bryan,

Nice score! If you would, please list the nomenclature for the pipes. The one on the right appears to be an older Kaywoodie.

I don't have it yet, just shipped.
This is what the listing said.
It comes with 4 pipes the first says "Made in England", the second "Selected Imported Briar" the third "Made in London England" and the last is a "Kaywoodie Standard #01". I'm not sure of the brands of the first three, I know sometimes the words get worn off over the years, but they are in very good shape overall.

[NeverBend]

I don't have it yet, just shipped.
Lol! Me - duh!


This is what the listing said.
It comes with 4 pipes the first says "Made in England", the second "Selected Imported Briar" the third "Made in London England" and the last is a "Kaywoodie Standard #01". I'm not sure of the brands of the first three, I know sometimes the words get worn off over the years, but they are in very good shape overall.

Looks like the rims on all are in good shape, Kaywoodie very sharp.

Some info on Kaywoodie.
http://www.pipephil.eu/logos/en/logo-kaywoodie.html

@MisterMoo might be able to give you some info on the Kaywoodie.

[Branzig]

This was the exception that I mentioned, and I'd have bought it even if I were destitute.

Savinelli Fitsall Reamer
http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTIwMFgxNjAw/z/Z8gAAOSwPhdVLIui/$_57.JPG

The rest of the lot is, literally, garbage but the Fitsall Reamer is an item has great meaning to me. I looked for one for so long that finally just stopped looking until last week when a kind gent pointed me towards this one on eBay..

I signed onto Puff forum in 2009 but I didn't stay long. When I returned in 2014 my first post was to ask if anyone knew where I could get one of these reamers and though no one knew anything about them, I did hang around long enough to meet Branzig and freestoke and I feel fortunate to have stayed to meet the rest of the good folks, now here on Cigar Bum.

Happens to be the best reamer I ever used and I've probably reamed over 1,000 pipes with one. I had two of them (if it's good - do it twice) but my former partner made off with them (that's the least of what he made off with) but it's like getting a little piece of myself back.

So I've come full circle here on Cigar Bum. Brandon, this is what I was looking for.

Excellent! Just simply excellent!

I am over-joyed that you have found it finally.

It's never over though, Pete. What's the next treasure? Be it pipe related or not, we are all hunting for something.

[talltree2011]

Just received this beautiful Briar Bird Fancy Tomato in the mail. I got it for a really good deal off someone and it seriously is gorgeous and feels great in the hand. I can't wait to smoke a bowl with it. 2019

[BryGuySC]

Lol! Me - duh!



Looks like the rims on all are in good shape, Kaywoodie very sharp.

Some info on Kaywoodie.
http://www.pipephil.eu/logos/en/logo-kaywoodie.html

@MisterMoo might be able to give you some info on the Kaywoodie.

Thanks for the info!

From a little "rootin' around" I think the Kaywoodie is probably from the 1940s-maybe 50s, base on the following statements:
Until late 1930's pipes were stamped with a 4 digit code. Later Kaywoodie will cancel the 2 first style/finish numbers keeping the 2 last shape numbers and the letter for variants.
Up until the late 1940's/early 50's, the logo was on top of the stem. After that the logo was moved to the side of the stem (exceptions exist).

(It could be as early as the late 30s, from some old ads I've seen.)

[NeverBend]

Just received this beautiful Briar Bird Fancy Tomato in the mail. I got it for a really good deal off someone and it seriously is gorgeous and feels great in the hand. I can't wait to smoke a bowl with it. 2019

Hey Joe,

You get a sharp pipe like this and only show us the aerial view of the tobacco hole?? That's like showing a picture of your beautiful girlfriend walking away and asking how she looks! :)

More pics pleeze (cuz this one looks good).

[Basment_Shaman]

Not a pipe but a holster to strap onto my belt. will hold a cob or a clay. my briers are too large
http://www.cigarbum.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=2001&stc=1&thumb=1&d=1429553915
I got it to go fishing , I guess it a good thing it only fits cobs & clays ,I'll leave the good pipes at home.

[NeverBend]

Not a pipe but a holster to strap onto my belt. will hold a cob or a clay. my briers are too large
http://www.cigarbum.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=2001&stc=1&thumb=1&d=1429553915
I got it to go fishing , I guess it a good thing it only fits cobs & clays ,I'll leave the good pipes at home.

Hi Shaman,

Itty-bitty pic! :)

I think it will do great for you but as you know, use care with the clays. Tells us how it worked and what you caught.

[GWBowman]

So, for a 1.04 bid and 5.95 shipping, I figured what the heck. Now to look around and decide what to do with it. Says it's ceramic with a meer liner.
http://i1166.photobucket.com/albums/q610/GWBowman/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-04/4292A7FB-6727-4847-B7F9-225268A63FED_zpsyehlb1eg.jpg (http://s1166.photobucket.com/user/GWBowman/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-04/4292A7FB-6727-4847-B7F9-225268A63FED_zpsyehlb1eg.jpg.html)

[NeverBend]

So, for a 1.04 bid and 5.95 shipping, I figured what the heck. Now to look around and decide what to do with it. Says it's ceramic with a meer liner.
http://i1166.photobucket.com/albums/q610/GWBowman/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-04/4292A7FB-6727-4847-B7F9-225268A63FED_zpsyehlb1eg.jpg (http://s1166.photobucket.com/user/GWBowman/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-04/4292A7FB-6727-4847-B7F9-225268A63FED_zpsyehlb1eg.jpg.html)

Great deal George!

Looks like a Hilson Fantasia (there were knockoffs) that were Belgian made and sold for @$15-$20 in the late 1970s through early 1980s. I believe the outer material is a polymer, not ceramic (shouldn't get real hot like ceramic).

Now you have to let us know how it smokes, enjoy,

[GWBowman]

Great deal George!

Looks like a Hilson Fantasia (there were knockoffs) that were Belgian made and sold for @$15-$20 in the late 1970s through early 1980s. I believe the outer material is a polymer, not ceramic (shouldn't get real hot like ceramic).

Now you have to let us know how it smokes, enjoy,

Thanks for the information. Will do.

[Pugsley]

The three pipes I bought on Ebay earlier this week arrived today ........ in an envelope. I think you can guess the rest.

[BryGuySC]

The three pipes I bought on Ebay earlier this week arrived today ........ in an envelope. I think you can guess the rest.

Uh-oh...

[Branzig]

The three pipes I bought on Ebay earlier this week arrived today ........ in an envelope. I think you can guess the rest.
That's why I think ebay is the wild west of commerce. You're never 100% sure what you're going to get. And when you do get it, the numbskull may of shipped it in an envelope.

My favorite is one time I won an item at an outstanding, deal of century price. I paid and waited weeks for my item to show up. The seller later "regretted to inform me that the item I had won, had gone missing and was possible stolen. I regret telling you that I'll have to give you a refund."

Months later, low and behold, a very similar item showed up on ebay under his seller name. With a reserve of course.

[Lostmason]

Nice pipe Pete !!

[Lynn]

I collect pocket change, dont like those shiny new coins, want history, got them from 1700's to today's....one day I noticed I had no peso's. so I sold WV farm dirt on ebay for PESO's only, I now have a shoe box full...watchin 2 pipe's right now a churchwarden long stem and British soldier black burr...

[NeverBend]

That's why I think ebay is the wild west of commerce. You're never 100% sure what you're going to get. And when you do get it, the numbskull may of shipped it in an envelope.

My favorite is one time I won an item at an outstanding, deal of century price. I paid and waited weeks for my item to show up. The seller later "regretted to inform me that the item I had won, had gone missing and was possible stolen. I regret telling you that I'll have to give you a refund."

Months later, low and behold, a very similar item showed up on ebay under his seller name. With a reserve of course.

I've had this happen, it sucks, and I ALWAYS call the seller out on it and ask a friend to send a message or two as well. At least they need to be embarrassed. I'm bidding on a pipe (I know that I promised no more PAD but that promise was made in NY and this seller is in Texas), that was listed and sold a few weeks ago. When I contacted the seller he quickly replied that the buyer thought that it was a pre-transition Barlng (what else do I bid on) and that means that the buyer was a dweeb.


I collect pocket change, dont like those shiny new coins, want history, got them from 1700's to today's....
Harvey, pocket change from the 1700's? You look mahvelous for 300 years old.


The three pipes I bought on Ebay earlier this week arrived today ........ in an envelope. I think you can guess the rest.

Warren, so sorry to hear this, very disappointing.. What was damaged?

I recently bought a Family Era Barling (duh) Quaint with a RegNo on the stem. When it arrived the stem was broken despite the fact that the seller tried to pack it well (but the stem was under pressure). The seller was easy to work with and I hope that yours (seller is as ethical.

[Lostmason]

My wife was watching over my shoulder last night and this caught her eye,
2200
A Dr Grabow Savoy
I should get it in about a week.
I've a Great Wife !!

[NeverBend]

My wife was watching over my shoulder last night and this caught her eye,
2200
A Dr Grabow Savoy
I should get it in about a week.
I've a Great Wife !!

Nice score Matthew, on the pipe and with your wife! Here here to Mrs. Lostmason! :very_drunk::very_drunk::very_drunk::very_drunk: (best that I could do under the circumstances). :pipe:

[Lostmason]

Nice score Matthew, on the pipe and with your wife! Here here to Mrs. Lostmason! :very_drunk::very_drunk::very_drunk::very_drunk: (best that I could do under the circumstances). :pipe:

Many Thanks Sir,,,It was kind of a shock that she told me to get that, she is usually my restraint.

[Branzig]

Just a quick little purchase.

http://i1328.photobucket.com/albums/w530/branzig/20150425_162906_zpsw00kprfo.jpg (http://s1328.photobucket.com/user/branzig/media/20150425_162906_zpsw00kprfo.jpg.html)

[BryGuySC]

http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o163/bcsssj/Cigar%20Stuff/_20150427_130400_zpsewvzyxdy.jpg (http://s120.photobucket.com/user/bcsssj/media/Cigar%20Stuff/_20150427_130400_zpsewvzyxdy.jpg.html)

[Lostmason]

My Dr.Grabow "Savoy" came today and Saturday Sir Pugsley gifted me with a nice little Randy Wiley that I will share pics of later.

[NeverBend]

http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o163/bcsssj/Cigar%20Stuff/_20150427_130400_zpsewvzyxdy.jpg (http://s120.photobucket.com/user/bcsssj/media/Cigar%20Stuff/_20150427_130400_zpsewvzyxdy.jpg.html)

Nice haul there Bryan.


My Dr.Grabow "Savoy" came today and Saturday Sir @Pugsley (http://www.cigarbum.com/forum/member.php?u=45) gifted me with a nice little Randy Wiley that I will share pics of later.
A Wiley? Enjoy it and kudos to Pugsley for his generosity.

[Lostmason]

A Wiley? Enjoy it and kudos to Pugsley for his generosity.

I'm sure I will,,,and at times like this I know I am among GIANTS.

[Alligator Gar]

Picked up a Savinelli Tignanello and Trevi in a trade. I'm liking the big, wide bowl of the author style.

http://i.imgur.com/fZDKWGb.png

[Horsefeathers]

Picked up a Savinelli Tignanello and Trevi in a trade. I'm liking the big, wide bowl of the author style.

http://i.imgur.com/fZDKWGb.png

Nice pickup! The 320 is one of my favorite Savinelli shapes.

[Pugsley]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/L-L-BEAN-Freeport-ME-smoking-pipe-estate-tobacco-/171765008357?nma=true&si=%252F0rqQMTloS%252F270Qv7eST1f7jtdE%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557

Paid too much for it, but I was buying the nostalgia, not the pipe. As a young man living in Maine, before LL Bean reinvented itself as a urban hipster's clothing boutique, I spent many hours browsing the high end fishing gear and drooling over the natural wood Old Town canoes that I would never be able to own. I remember the creaky wooden floors and the aroma of pipe smoke and the stories and advice the salesmen would offer as they puffed on something aromatic. I would dream of piloting one of those beautiful canoes around Moosehead Lake and catching trout with one of the hand made fly rods that were displayed there, before leaving with my purchase of Eagle Claw hooks and a bottle of mosquito repellent.

[Tgs679]

Couple of Tins of Christmas Cheer 2014
500g. Box of G&H Bob's Chocolate Flake

[Haebar]

Got this herd of five pipes and the pipe rack for $25 on Ebay. Includes 2 Dr. Grabow Freehands, a MM Great Dane, a "Pipe Maker" Lovat, and a no-name. Also, not pictured are two packs of Dills pipecleaners, a pack of Savinelli balsa filters, and a little bag of rubber bit protectors.

http://i1377.photobucket.com/albums/ah50/haebar/Cigar%20Bum%20Photos%20001_zpsyo9syvmm.jpg

[Haebar]

Got this Danske Club billiard; it's a Stanwell. I really like the hexagonal shank and stem.

http://i1377.photobucket.com/albums/ah50/haebar/Cigar%20Bum%20Photos%20002_zpsntbuumdj.jpg

[Haebar]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/L-L-BEAN-Freeport-ME-smoking-pipe-estate-tobacco-/171765008357?nma=true&si=%252F0rqQMTloS%252F270Qv7eST1f7jtdE%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557

Paid too much for it, but I was buying the nostalgia, not the pipe. As a young man living in Maine, before LL Bean reinvented itself as a urban hipster's clothing boutique, I spent many hours browsing the high end fishing gear and drooling over the natural wood Old Town canoes that I would never be able to own. I remember the creaky wooden floors and the aroma of pipe smoke and the stories and advice the salesmen would offer as they puffed on something aromatic. I would dream of piloting one of those beautiful canoes around Moosehead Lake and catching trout with one of the hand made fly rods that were displayed there, before leaving with my purchase of Eagle Claw hooks and a bottle of mosquito repellent.

I used to have an L.L. Bean pipe. If I'm not mistaken, it is made like a Smokemaster pipe where you can use a pipe cleaner for a filter. Is yours like that? They still carried them in the early nineties, but they didn't put them in the catalogs. You had to call them and ask for the pipes.

[Pugsley]

My second forever stem, a straight 2" Phantom Grey Nose Warmer, arrived today. I love that these can be swapped out from one pipe to another, all I need now is a couple of bent stems of different lengths and I'm set.

[Pugsley]

I used to have an L.L. Bean pipe. If I'm not mistaken, it is made like a Smokemaster pipe where you can use a pipe cleaner for a filter. Is yours like that? They still carried them in the early nineties, but they didn't put them in the catalogs. You had to call them and ask for the pipes.

I haven't received the pipe yet, but I'll let you know when I get it. I've heard of those that use the pipe cleaner and this could very well be one as the metal tube in the stem looks to be offset. But, never having seen one, that's just a guess.

[NeverBend]

Very important pipe to me, Ser Jacopo Renaissance #313, 1985.
I created the Renaissance series in 1984 and only about 20 were ever made. This is my fourth and I hated this stem when it arrived but it looks fine (to me) now.

http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTA2NlgxNjAw/z/kqEAAOSwPhdVOr-m/$_57.JPG

http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTA2NlgxNjAw/z/pt4AAOSwpDdVOr-o/$_57.JPG?rt=nc

http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTA2NlgxNjAw/z/LRsAAOSwcwhVOr-p/$_57.JPG?rt=nc

[Pugsley]

Very important pipe to me, Ser Jacopo Renaissance #313, 1985.
I created the Renaissance series in 1984 and only about 20 were ever made. This is my fourth and I hated this stem when it arrived but it looks fine (to me) now.

http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTA2NlgxNjAw/z/kqEAAOSwPhdVOr-m/$_57.JPG

http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTA2NlgxNjAw/z/pt4AAOSwpDdVOr-o/$_57.JPG?rt=nc

http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTA2NlgxNjAw/z/LRsAAOSwcwhVOr-p/$_57.JPG?rt=nc

I love the shape, and the blast is just beautiful. The stem color, however, would not have been my first choice.

[Alligator Gar]

[QUOTE=NeverBend;54062]Very important pipe to me, Ser Jacopo Renaissance #313, 1985.
I created the Renaissance series in 1984 and only about 20 were ever made. This is my fourth and I hated this stem when it arrived but it looks fine (to me) now.

http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTA2NlgxNjAw/z/kqEAAOSwPhdVOr-m/$_57.JPG

That bowl looks like a living, breathing thing. Just stunning waves and grain. Glad you got your Grail.

[Alligator Gar]

Had a few things drop today.

Reddit starter kit from a guy that decided pipes were a non-starter. $20 shipped.
Burley Kake
Luxury Bullseye Flake
Mac Baren Scottish
McClelland 5100 Red Cake
Dunhill My Mixture
Lane 1Q
Maplewood MM Pipe
Cleaners and Tool
http://i.imgur.com/AHFPKiF.png

I wanted to try that Red Cake so bad I cleaned and sanitized the pipe (virtually unused) and took a long lunch. Not proud of what I did. Exigent circumstances--was not disappointed.

Also received some GLP Jackknife Plug, C&D Star of the East and RO Fire Storm for trading.

http://i.imgur.com/lsBiRHa.png

[Branzig]

This is my fourth and I hated this stem when it arrived but it looks fine (to me) now.

I actually love the look of the white stems. I think they are classy. Excellent pipe Pete. Enjoy.


Had a few things drop today.

That is quite the haul you got there sir! Enjoy!

[Lynn]

1988

Ive decided to buy a pipe this is what I like...any thoughts?


2368

Well It came today, an SHE couldnt wait to see it..so while I kept puttin up HER new garden fence "SHE" opened the package so "I" could see it....its even better now that I have it..waitin for its sister now an SHE doesnt know about that...SHE asked where the pipe tobacco was as SHE started to walk away, an I said I dont have that yet...well where is it SHE asked...so did I....So who wants to sell me a sampler of pipe tobaccos????

[Lostmason]

2368

Well It came today, an SHE couldnt wait to see it..so while I kept puttin up HER new garden fence "SHE" opened the package so "I" could see it....its even better now that I have it..waitin for its sister now an SHE doesnt know about that...SHE asked where the pipe tobacco was as SHE started to walk away, an I said I dont have that yet...well where is it SHE asked...so did I....So who wants to sell me a sampler of pipe tobaccos????

Get ya pouch of Carter Hall to break your new pipe in, http://www.pipesandcigars.com/

[Branzig]

2368

Well It came today, an SHE couldnt wait to see it..so while I kept puttin up HER new garden fence "SHE" opened the package so "I" could see it....its even better now that I have it..waitin for its sister now an SHE doesnt know about that...SHE asked where the pipe tobacco was as SHE started to walk away, an I said I dont have that yet...well where is it SHE asked...so did I....So who wants to sell me a sampler of pipe tobaccos????

Join the newbie piper trade. You will get alllll you need. :pipe:

http://www.cigarbum.com/forum/showthread.php?835-Newbie-Sampler-Trade-for-Pipes

[cbr310]

Very important pipe to me, Ser Jacopo Renaissance #313, 1985.
I created the Renaissance series in 1984 and only about 20 were ever made. This is my fourth and I hated this stem when it arrived but it looks fine (to me) now.

http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTA2NlgxNjAw/z/kqEAAOSwPhdVOr-m/$_57.JPG

http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTA2NlgxNjAw/z/pt4AAOSwpDdVOr-o/$_57.JPG?rt=nc

http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTA2NlgxNjAw/z/LRsAAOSwcwhVOr-p/$_57.JPG?rt=nc

Noway Pete! love at first site for me! never saw a white stem pipe before.

[Lynn]

Join the newbie piper trade. You will get alllll you need. :pipe:

http://www.cigarbum.com/forum/showthread.php?835-Newbie-Sampler-Trade-for-Pipes
Branzig now yrs ago when I tried a pipe I smoked those dime store tobaccos..since I have developed over the yrs..why would I want to start there again..no I want to start with experienced smokers who have found these special pipes an tobaccos..an although I like free life is short an I have a dollar..so what would you do?...me I would ask people like you if you want to sell a sampler believing it would be better tobacco..right..

[Pugsley]

Branzig now yrs ago when I tried a pipe I smoked those dime store tobaccos..since I have developed over the yrs..why would I want to start there again..no I want to start with experienced smokers who have found these special pipes an tobaccos..an although I like free life is short an I have a dollar..so what would you do?...me I would ask people like you if you want to sell a sampler believing it would be better tobacco..right..

Either I misunderstand your post entirely, or you misunderstand what the newbie sampler trade is all about. It's not newbies swapping "dime store tobaccos" back and forth. A new pipe smoker is paired with a experienced one. It's also not free. The new pipe smoker sends a tin of tobacco to the experienced one, and in return receives a number of samples of quality tobacco to try. If you read the entire thread, I think you'll find it's just what you are looking for. I've participated in a number of these and though I always include a sample of Carter Hall, I don't think you could classify any of the other samples I send as "dime store tobacco". Give it a try.

[Branzig]

Branzig now yrs ago when I tried a pipe I smoked those dime store tobaccos..since I have developed over the yrs..why would I want to start there again..no I want to start with experienced smokers who have found these special pipes an tobaccos..an although I like free life is short an I have a dollar..so what would you do?...me I would ask people like you if you want to sell a sampler believing it would be better tobacco..right..

You misunderstood. You get premium pipe tobacco. It is vets that help out the newbies. No dime baccy.

Either I misunderstand your post entirely, or you misunderstand what the newbie sampler trade is all about. It's not newbies swapping "dime store tobaccos" back and forth. A new pipe smoker is paired with a experienced one. It's also not free. The new pipe smoker sends a tin of tobacco to the experienced one, and in return receives a number of samples of quality tobacco to try. If you read the entire thread, I think you'll find it's just what you are looking for. I've participated in a number of these and though I always include a sample of Carter Hall, I don't think you could classify any of the other samples I send as "dime store tobacco". Give it a try.
What you said haha.

[Lynn]

I'll get around to that thread..but right now I need some tobacco, an I simply thought maybe you guys..who I consider experts here would be able to let me try a sampler(pinch) of what I see you posting, I didnt ask for free.....to me it would be something special...I looked on line at tobaccos last night an if I bought from what I read I would have spent a few hundred dollars last night.....BUT a BUM is helping me out an for that I am very grateful...its probably his advice which is going to shape my experience in pipe smokin....maybe this is a little testie to some, but at 73 I dont have time to play around..now I got to check with a rope maker here an see if he is willin to let me try that lushis rope we talked about....

[Lostmason]

Lynn , my suggestion of Carter Hall was to temper your new pipe, build a cake in it. Not trying to start you off cheap. Your pipe is kind of like a new car, put a few miles in getting to know it and learn it's quirks before you start road racing.

[Lynn]

Lynn , my suggestion of Carter Hall was to temper your new pipe, build a cake in it. Not trying to start you off cheap. Your pipe is kind of like a new car, put a few miles in getting to know it and learn it's quirks before you start road racing.

I understood what you were saying...an I probably would have had doug pick me up some in town today..but a BUM here is setting me up on how to start this car....so right now I can look at it an polish it but cant turn the key yet....come on usps....

[Alligator Gar]

Branzig now yrs ago when I tried a pipe I smoked those dime store tobaccos..since I have developed over the yrs..why would I want to start there again..no I want to start with experienced smokers who have found these special pipes an tobaccos..an although I like free life is short an I have a dollar..so what would you do?...me I would ask people like you if you want to sell a sampler believing it would be better tobacco..right..

Sir. I beg you to try the new guy trade. I traded with a fellow named Warren. He saved me six month of messing around buying the wrong stuff. He traded me a simple book that explained everything about pipe smoking. He set me up with some cobs (they smoke cool), cleaners and tobaccos. Everyday Tobacco and really special ones. All for a can of tobacco sent right to him from the company. I'm too old to waste time making mistakes, I want to enjoy this past time from the start. Either way, hope you enjoy your time here.

[NeverBend]

Great haul Jim that ought to keep you busy for a while.

@Lynn (http://www.cigarbum.com/forum/member.php?u=361) congrats on the pipe. What's this about the sister? Did I miss something?

I wanted the Jacopo Renaissance series to have hand-cut rod vulcanite (black) stems but I acceded and we went with hand-cut black lucite bits. When this pipe arrived, with a white stem, I had a minor canary - completely out of context, (can't redo the stem without shaving the shank).

From the same seller as the Renaissance I bought this pipe, that may prove interesting, but I'm not likely to smoke it.
http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTA2NlgxNjAw/z/xJ0AAOSwNSxVOtvb/$_57.JPG

http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTA2NlgxNjAw/z/Qe4AAOSwEeFVOtvf/$_57.JPG?rt=nc

[Lynn]

since Ive been on the BUM..Ive read about those tobaccos that the guys list up..every single one that is new I google and read about...an Ive read those articles about pipe smokin, an read about each of those different pipes listed on here...an if I dont have a pinch of this an a pinch of that I'll never experience all the different tobaccos....I can trade an swap anytime..but right now I want to turn the KEY an drive this pipe....an in a couple of days A GREAT BUM ON THIS FORUM WILL BE SHOWING ME HOW TO CHECK THE OIL AN ADJUST THE SEAT....then watch out world because I dont have a license...

[Lynn]

Great haul Jim that ought to keep you busy for a while.

@Lynn (http://www.cigarbum.com/forum/member.php?u=361) congrats on the pipe. What's this about the sister? Did I miss something?

I wanted the Jacopo Renaissance series to have hand-cut rod vulcanite (black) stems but I acceded and we went with hand-cut black lucite bits. When this pipe arrived, with a white stem, I had a minor canary - completely out of context, (can't redo the stem without shaving the shank).

From the same seller as the Renaissance I bought this pipe, that may prove interesting, but I'm not likely to smoke it.
http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTA2NlgxNjAw/z/xJ0AAOSwNSxVOtvb/$_57.JPG

http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTA2NlgxNjAw/z/Qe4AAOSwEeFVOtvf/$_57.JPG?rt=nc

I love that narley lookin pipe......I liked that pipe I bought...but thought I should have more than one because of that swampy thing..so I got in touch with that artist an he has made me and other one with a longer stem in that churchwarden style..an it shipped 2 days ago....now Im thinking 3 might be better an am looking at other styles...

[Pugsley]

Is there any way that I can rig my computer so it will instantly melt if I ever look at another pipe on Ebay?

[GWBowman]

Is there any way that I can rig my computer so it will instantly melt if I ever look at another pipe on Ebay?

I just hacked in and tried something. Go to ebay and look around to see if it works.:popcorn:

[Bruck]

Got this herd of five pipes and the pipe rack for $25 on Ebay. Includes 2 Dr. Grabow Freehands, a MM Great Dane, a "Pipe Maker" Lovat, and a no-name. Also, not pictured are two packs of Dills pipecleaners, a pack of Savinelli balsa filters, and a little bag of rubber bit protectors.

http://i1377.photobucket.com/albums/ah50/haebar/Cigar%20Bum%20Photos%20001_zpsyo9syvmm.jpg

Nice score!

[NeverBend]

Is there any way that I can rig my computer so it will instantly melt if I ever look at another pipe on Ebay?
I just hacked in and tried something. Go to ebay and look around to see if it works.:popcorn:

Warren, if you find a way you have to tell me about it.

George, very devious, very :)

[Branzig]

Is there any way that I can rig my computer so it will instantly melt if I ever look at another pipe on Ebay?

I can't afford that many computers.

Is there a way I can just have my fingers cut off instead? :lol:

PAD. Such a hopeless disease.

[Pugsley]

I just hacked in and tried something. Go to ebay and look around to see if it works.:popcorn:

Well .... that didn't work, although there is now a laugh track that grows louder if I bid, and becomes absolutely hysterical if I win an auction.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAGE-1st-Period-Il-Ceppo-Group-1-Italian-Briar-Estate-Pipe-NO-RESERVE-/400911168876?euid=05dd37ad030d4b84bf1a858c79f34ca5&cp=1&nma=true&si=%252F0rqQMTloS%252F270Qv7eST1f7jtdE%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557

[Pugsley]

I used to have an L.L. Bean pipe. If I'm not mistaken, it is made like a Smokemaster pipe where you can use a pipe cleaner for a filter. Is yours like that? They still carried them in the early nineties, but they didn't put them in the catalogs. You had to call them and ask for the pipes.

Received the pipe today and it is the type that uses a pipe cleaner as a filter. Interesting concept and once I get it cleaned up I'll have to try that.

[LandonColby]

Well...I saw the deal for 50% off IMP meers in SP and broke down. Officially the most expensive pipe I've ever bought ($160) but still not bad considering some of the high rollers around here. I'll show off my new baby when she get here on Thursday. I'm so excited! My first meer!

[Hambone]

Well...I saw the deal for 50% off IMP meers in SP and broke down. Officially the most expensive pipe I've ever bought ($160) but still not bad considering some of the high rollers around here. I'll show off my new baby when she get here on Thursday. I'm so excited! My first meer!

Damn you sir! I was unaware of IMP meers going out of business and that SP had them at 50% off! Damn you! I just had to purchase one! You sir are not helping my PAD. I don't really need another pipe!

[LandonColby]

Damn you sir! I was unaware of IMP meers going out of business and that SP had them at 50% off! Damn you! I just had to purchase one! You sir are not helping my PAD. I don't really need another pipe!

Hahaha hard deal to pass on! How much was the damage? and you know you better post pictures when it arrives!

[Branzig]

Well...I saw the deal for 50% off IMP meers in SP and broke down. Officially the most expensive pipe I've ever bought ($160) but still not bad considering some of the high rollers around here. I'll show off my new baby when she get here on Thursday. I'm so excited! My first meer!

I as well almost pulled the trigger on one. But I don't care for any of the shapes, so I passed.

Just won a little something something on Ebay...which I said I wasn't going to bid on... but my goodness what a deal...go figure. Pics will follow after it arrives.

[Alligator Gar]

Received my Posella Bent Apple today! Pete really helped me find the smooth bent apple he wanted. Every time I sent him another listing for a cheap bent apple he'd say, "well those are nice, but it's no Posella." When the guy that introduced them to the US tells you it's a good pipe, it's a GOOD pipe. I am pleased because it is rare and unique, beautifully made and feels and smokes fantastic. Here, take a look:

http://i.imgur.com/8fXj7xG.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/E8nNetH.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/BaqlHwQ.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/2c1NpTi.jpg

[Pugsley]

One pound of C&D Old Joe Krantz and a handful of those little plastic folding pipe stands that I keep misplacing or giving away. Don't really need the tobacco but I just had to get something while the C&D bulk is 20% off at Smokingpipes.com.

[Hambone]

Hahaha hard deal to pass on! How much was the damage? and you know you better post pictures when it arrives!

$125.00 I'll post a picture of it once it comes in.

[Alligator Gar]

One pound of C&D Old Joe Krantz and a handful of those little plastic folding pipe stands that I keep misplacing or giving away. Don't really need the tobacco but I just had to get something while the C&D bulk is 20% off at Smokingpipes.com.

Love my folding pipe stand for the ones I don't want to clench. It helps me pace my puffs a little. Funny how something so insignificant can become so meaningful. Thanks Warren!

[Horsefeathers]

Received my Posella Bent Apple today! Pete really helped me find the smooth bent apple he wanted. Every time I sent him another listing for a cheap bent apple he'd say, "well those are nice, but it's no Posella." When the guy that introduced them to the US tells you it's a good pipe, it's a GOOD pipe. I am pleased because it is rare and unique, beautifully made and feels and smokes fantastic. Here, take a look:


Nice you see you scored a Bent Apple. Good lookin' pipe too!

[Tgs679]

A tin of 2013 Tilbury and a tin of 2013 Margate

[LandonColby]

So...my first meerschaum came!! And god damn is it HUGE. Totally didn't expect the chamber to be that big, even after reading the dimensions.
Here she is, boys.
Any recommendations on what to smoke in this monster? Does meerschaum need a break in?

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/07/b830fc5383d99cc0605371e0bb2fa6a5.jpg

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/07/1ca8e0c7ea88dea748bfa33d40ce4757.jpg

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/07/d0647d45f1185fe60becf549895b6f01.jpg

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/07/1f38421313c7712b270359c889a44359.jpg

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/07/1de0b0aaf3547135d388aad113e33754.jpg

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/07/404ead675b6ff95b199ec3a9fb4619dd.jpg

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/07/faa0dc2216500c84243dbc5e3ef0e2fd.jpg

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/07/9310b5d50746cacd704332246e4a056f.jpg

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/07/a99cdb8a103d2db85f9db3094d952e8b.jpg

[Lostmason]

First off don't smoke fingers,,,,it tastes bad !

I don't think a meer needs a break-in.

[Lynn]

my churchwarden will be here tomorrow...but today I bought a blue floral ceramic with a brass bowl liner...

2556........................2557

[Haebar]

LandonColby: No they don't need breaking in. You will want to prevent a cake from forming by wiping out the bowl with a paper towel occasionally. That is an impressive meerschaum pipe!

[Emperor Zurg]

Idk about the pipe but that's a cool looking table you got.
post MOAR PICS of the table!

[Haebar]

Got my P&C Pipe tobacco of the month package today and am pleased with it.

Sutliff Westminster tins
Borkum Riff Limited Edition 2014 (with California wine flavor) tins
MacBaren Modern Virginia pouches
Seattle Pipe Club's Mississippi River bulk

There's two of everything because I do the double option. There are four of the MacBaren Modern Virginia pouches because they are only 0.71 oz. each.

http://i1377.photobucket.com/albums/ah50/haebar/Cigar%20Bum%20Photos%20001_zpsmh7kpvk7.jpg

[Hambone]

http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l550/smhammond1/Pipe%20Stuff/52576089-BEA7-474F-B440-EB6AEF5B6C5E_zpsdzm6qxxw.jpg
http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l550/smhammond1/Pipe%20Stuff/B4ACEE9D-CAF3-40EE-869B-03C19BBA2D1B_zpsexx2cazv.jpg
http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l550/smhammond1/Pipe%20Stuff/1C16663E-7E9C-4C80-AFD5-BB2DAC5C4D3B_zpskmswv4cx.jpg

[Haebar]

Got two Lepeltier clay pipes in the last few days from Ebay! One of them (the one with the pheasant) is unsmoked and came with the box and a brochure.

http://i1377.photobucket.com/albums/ah50/haebar/Lepeltier%20Pipes%20002_zps2ig8x8wa.jpg

[GWBowman]

Got two Lepeltier clay pipes in the last few days from Ebay! One of them (the one with the pheasant) is unsmoked and came with the box and a brochure.

http://i1377.photobucket.com/albums/ah50/haebar/Lepeltier%20Pipes%20002_zps2ig8x8wa.jpg

very cool

[BryGuySC]

Lol! Me - duh!



Looks like the rims on all are in good shape, Kaywoodie very sharp.

Some info on Kaywoodie.
http://www.pipephil.eu/logos/en/logo-kaywoodie.html

@MisterMoo might be able to give you some info on the Kaywoodie.

The Kaywoodie is coming along nicely. It needs a little more fine sanding on the stem. I left the burn mark on the rim; not sure if I want to sand that much away.

http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o163/bcsssj/_20150510_074627_zpshkhg3weu.jpg (http://s120.photobucket.com/user/bcsssj/media/_20150510_074627_zpshkhg3weu.jpg.html)

[BryGuySC]

Got these two tins in today.

http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o163/bcsssj/Cigar%20Stuff/_20150511_145634_zpsmuudd1kd.jpg (http://s120.photobucket.com/user/bcsssj/media/Cigar%20Stuff/_20150511_145634_zpsmuudd1kd.jpg.html)

[Pugsley]

Got these two tins in today.

http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o163/bcsssj/Cigar%20Stuff/_20150511_145634_zpsmuudd1kd.jpg (http://s120.photobucket.com/user/bcsssj/media/Cigar%20Stuff/_20150511_145634_zpsmuudd1kd.jpg.html)

I got 3 of them today. Now just waiting for someone to do a review, (hint, hint.)

[NeverBend]

The Kaywoodie is coming along nicely. It needs a little more fine sanding on the stem. I left the burn mark on the rim; not sure if I want to sand that much away.

http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o163/bcsssj/_20150510_074627_zpshkhg3weu.jpg (http://s120.photobucket.com/user/bcsssj/media/_20150510_074627_zpshkhg3weu.jpg.html)

Bryan, it didn't appear that there was any burn issue on the rim in the pics that you originally posted. I agree with you (not sanding it).

[Alligator Gar]

Got two Lepeltier clay pipes in the last few days from Ebay! One of them (the one with the pheasant) is unsmoked and came with the box and a brochure.

http://i1377.photobucket.com/albums/ah50/haebar/Lepeltier%20Pipes%20002_zps2ig8x8wa.jpg

That may be a grouse. It's definitely nice!

[BryGuySC]

Bryan, it didn't appear that there was any burn issue on the rim in the pics that you originally posted. I agree with you (not sanding it).

It is just slight, but it has definitely burned away a small bit of the front inner rim. I'm not too worried about it. It is a really old pipe, and it is turnout out to be really nice.

Is it preferable to leave a little bit of the discoloration of the stem, or better to take it all the way down to black? I'd rather not take off too much, if that would end up hurting the "value" of the pipe (I know it isn't worth too much, but I want to know the right way to do it).

[Tgs679]

Bought me some Escudo @$7.53 per I couldn't say no.

[Tgs679]

I got 3 of them today. Now just waiting for someone to do a review, (hint, hint.)

I wish i got in on these but I missed out :(

[GWBowman]

Got these two tins in today.

http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o163/bcsssj/Cigar%20Stuff/_20150511_145634_zpsmuudd1kd.jpg (http://s120.photobucket.com/user/bcsssj/media/Cigar%20Stuff/_20150511_145634_zpsmuudd1kd.jpg.html)

Couldn't believe 2,000 tins sold in less than 24 hours.

[Tgs679]

Couldn't believe 2,000 tins sold in less than 24 hours.

Me either.

[NeverBend]

It is just slight, but it has definitely burned away a small bit of the front inner rim. I'm not too worried about it. It is a really old pipe, and it is turnout out to be really nice.

Is it preferable to leave a little bit of the discoloration of the stem, or better to take it all the way down to black? I'd rather not take off too much, if that would end up hurting the "value" of the pipe (I know it isn't worth too much, but I want to know the right way to do it).

Hi Bryan,

You have the right attitude, treat every pipe as if it has value because certainly they do to you.

Examine the pipe and see what you can do and know what you can't do (like tenons). I try to take off all the oxidation except on the barrel of the stem and the nomenclature where I do what I can without risking rounding or mismatching stem/shank or removing the logo. If the stem looks pretty beat up then it's better to err on the side of caution.

Never go below indents that are moderate or deeper else you risk the integrity of the stem. When the stem allows you can often shape the button and bite to your preference when you're removing oxidation. If you're unsure, always use a higher grit (finer) because you can always use a heavier grit to remove surface but you can't put it back.

I use (think I mentioned this) padded finger nail files for lower grits and then micro mesh pads and these 3M Zona papers (price just dropped)

http://www.amazon.com/Zona-37-948-Polishing-11-Inch-Assortment/dp/B001BHGC7G/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1431461266&sr=8-1&keywords=zona+3m

The Zona <5 grits (finest 2-3 papers) are great for the surface of the bowl as well as the fine polish. Give a shout if you have questions.

Regards,

Pete

[LandonColby]

I got 3 of them today. Now just waiting for someone to do a review, (hint, hint.)


Got these two tins in today.

http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o163/bcsssj/Cigar%20Stuff/_20150511_145634_zpsmuudd1kd.jpg (http://s120.photobucket.com/user/bcsssj/media/Cigar%20Stuff/_20150511_145634_zpsmuudd1kd.jpg.html)

Mine came today as well. Smells good! I'll be smoking some tonight...

[Tgs679]

http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l273/tgs679/Cigars/F97C9255-4927-47A6-840D-200C0860D55F_zpssds13omb.jpg (http://s98.photobucket.com/user/tgs679/media/Cigars/F97C9255-4927-47A6-840D-200C0860D55F_zpssds13omb.jpg.html)

[JustTroItIn]

A few of my recent cleaned up estates.

A Woody's marked acorn.
http://i222.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/jclarke7/IMG_2427_zpsigrbspjw.jpg (http://s222.photobucket.com/user/jclarke7/media/IMG_2427_zpsigrbspjw.jpg.html)

A Czech pipe
http://i222.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/jclarke7/IMG_2428_zpsdxz7col4.jpg (http://s222.photobucket.com/user/jclarke7/media/IMG_2428_zpsdxz7col4.jpg.html)

My first Canadian made Brigham that will accept one of their rock maple filters, a 459 Chinook.
http://i222.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/jclarke7/IMG_2430_zps6c4pyxwp.jpg (http://s222.photobucket.com/user/jclarke7/media/IMG_2430_zps6c4pyxwp.jpg.html)

My reward pipe from NeverBend for the blind review contest. A BB&S Barling second Lumberman. The pics don't do this one justice.
http://i222.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/jclarke7/IMG_2433_zpsqa5uewxk.jpg (http://s222.photobucket.com/user/jclarke7/media/IMG_2433_zpsqa5uewxk.jpg.html)

[Lostmason]

2741
An un-marked briar

My wife informs me it is my Mothers Day gift.

Yep, I'm in trouble,,,,,,again .:cower:

[Bruck]

2741
An un-marked briar

My wife informs me it is my Mothers Day gift.

Yep, I'm in trouble,,,,,,again .:cower:

The apparatus on top - is that for blocking wind, keeping the rain out, or making tea? :)

[Lostmason]

The apparatus on top - is that for blocking wind, keeping the rain out, or making tea? :)

That Bro, is a honest to goodness wind cap.Used to keep the ember protected from wind and rain, and keeps sparks from escaping.
I had a Swiss pipe that had one and it disappeared awhile back, I've been looking for this style cap for about 5 yrs, finally my search ends.

[Branzig]

My new Capitello showed up today. Pretty dirty, gonna need some love. If I wasn't so lazy I would post some pics of it :p

Also acquired an old Meer that a friend of mine is insisting that I restore for him. Not really mine, but it is currently in my possession :lol:

[Hambone]

Moonshine Pipe for Austin Texas Pipe Club 2015 club pipe

http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l550/smhammond1/Pipe%20Stuff/BC995FFC-F79D-469A-BA79-B46AE488B3BA_zpsa1qwhytj.jpg

[JustTroItIn]

http://i222.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/jclarke7/IMG_2444_zpsjlncr9il.jpg (http://s222.photobucket.com/user/jclarke7/media/IMG_2444_zpsjlncr9il.jpg.html)

[Haebar]

Picked up this pipe tool at the Knoxville flea market today. Got carried away and paid $5 for it (talked him down from $7). It's kind of beat up but it's one I've never seen before.

http://i1377.photobucket.com/albums/ah50/haebar/Cigar%20Bum%20Photos%20001_zpss9nmfd7s.jpg

[GWBowman]

Picked up this pipe tool at the Knoxville flea market today. Got carried away and paid $5 for it (talked him down from $7). It's kind of beat up but it's one I've never seen before.

Nice find, Tab. I would have took that deal anytime.

[Lostmason]

http://i222.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/jclarke7/IMG_2444_zpsjlncr9il.jpg (http://s222.photobucket.com/user/jclarke7/media/IMG_2444_zpsjlncr9il.jpg.html)

So is this proof of yours and Tgs679 Escudo addiction?

[Ropey]

Just got this 1960s Kaywoodie to restore. I absolutely love the look of this type of bent bulldog. It'll take some work but the flaws appear to be surface-level only.

Ebay Seller's Pic

http://i810.photobucket.com/albums/zz23/sxyzzz/_57a_zpsd1optppc.jpg

Here's the related thread, which will be updated when I have pics to post: http://www.cigarbum.com/forum/showthread.php?3332-Second-restoration-Vintage-1960s-Kaywoodie-Bent-Bulldog&p=59565#post59565

[NeverBend]

I've been looking to add another Giancarlo Guidi made Mastro de Paja (1972 to early 1982) for some time. This is a 1979, with the old logo (Mastro de Paja in block letters inside an elipse) and during Giancarlo's era they were usually (always?) marked with the year of manufacture. Before 1975 the quality could be inconsistent but by the time that this pipe was made they were the virtual equivalent of the early Ser Jacopo (silver around coral logo) pipes.

Pretty radical bent (for me :) ) but a nice bowl, good size and looks to be in great shape. $49.99 but shipping (from Italy) was $17.00.
http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/NDk5WDEwMDA=/z/ps0AAOSwrklVShpp/$_57.JPG?rt=nc


http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/NTAyWDEwMDA=/z/tk0AAOSwgkRVShpl/$_57.JPG?rt=nc

http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTAwMFg1OTk=/z/tYoAAOSwgkRVShpd/$_57.JPG?rt=nc

http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/NTYxWDEwMDA=/z/p3QAAOSwrklVShpu/$_57.JPG?rt=nc

[Tgs679]

So is this proof of yours and Tgs679 Escudo addiction?

When it's $7.50 a tin it's time to stock up.

[NeverBend]

Just got this 1960s Kaywoodie to restore. I absolutely love the look of this type of bent bulldog. It'll take some work but the flaws appear to be surface-level only.

Hi Ropey,

I came across this Kaywoodie rhodesian that I thought you might wish to look at:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/121652856283?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2648&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
It does need a good clean but it seems sound otherwise.
http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTIwMFgxNjAw/z/n-oAAOSwBLlVVpVr/$_57.JPG

[GWBowman]

Hi Ropey,

I came across this Kaywoodie rhodesian that I thought you might wish to look at:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/121652856283?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2648&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
It does need a good clean but it seems sound otherwise.


I remember seeing that one

[Ropey]

Thanks for the link, think I've heard of those being called Bull Moose pipes?

[NeverBend]

Thanks for the link, think I've heard of those being called Bull Moose pipes?

Bull Moose and Bull Cap are (classically) straight pipes. The Moose is heavier and usually a taller bowl. The Rhodesian is similar to a Bent Bulldog but it has a rounded bottom (as in this pipe). The straight counterpart to this pipe, properly, would be a Bull Moose. I don't know that anyone would mind if you called this a Bent Bull Moose.

[GWBowman]

A gentleman was getting rid of his cellar. I had never tried these, so I bought them off him.

http://i1166.photobucket.com/albums/q610/GWBowman/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-05/2549D5E5-A209-4028-9F8A-23365976CC47_zpsfqnolfdn.jpg (http://s1166.photobucket.com/user/GWBowman/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-05/2549D5E5-A209-4028-9F8A-23365976CC47_zpsfqnolfdn.jpg.html)

[NeverBend]

I was slumming for values and got nipped at the wire on several pipes, only buying this one for $16.85 ($10.50 + $5.35 ship) but regret being the under bidder on a 1930s KBB Paragon billiard that looked the part (and I would have smoked it) that went for $20.52 (total).

I believe that this pipe is a Charatan handmade 2nd because of the flat bottom of the tobacco chamber (made by a lathe), wall thickness, shape and grain. Very Charatan in shape as well. I have a fuzzy memory that Herman Lane told me that his retail store was called Tobacco Lane and that dovetails perfectly although the pipe doesn't look 60 years old and I'd want confirmation on the name to make that claim.
http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/ODYzWDE2MDA=/z/09EAAOSwrklVU~GC/$_57.JPG

[Tgs679]

A gentleman was getting rid of his cellar. I had never tried these, so I bought them off him.

http://i1166.photobucket.com/albums/q610/GWBowman/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-05/2549D5E5-A209-4028-9F8A-23365976CC47_zpsfqnolfdn.jpg (http://s1166.photobucket.com/user/GWBowman/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-05/2549D5E5-A209-4028-9F8A-23365976CC47_zpsfqnolfdn.jpg.html)

Pre-STG painted top Escudo, nice score.

[NeverBend]

Bull Moose and Bull Cap are (classically) straight pipes. The Moose is heavier and usually a taller bowl. The Rhodesian is similar to a Bent Bulldog but it has a rounded bottom (as in this pipe). The straight counterpart to this pipe, properly, would be a Bull Moose. I don't know that anyone would mind if you called this a Bent Bull Moose.
Ropey, This is a classic Bull Cap (smaller pipe).
http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTYwMFgxNjAw/z/e5sAAOSwhwdVVAkG/$_57.JPG?rt=nc

[NeverBend]

Seller's history of the pipe claims that it's a Peter Matzhold. I thought that whoever made it had a lot of talent. I should get another late night hobby besides PAD.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAGE-SUPER-LARGE-PIPE-PETER-MATZHOLD-/261887086984?nma=true&si=%252FDwvRz39D5NdRUpDrN62HtuOhQg%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAGE-SUPER-LARGE-PIPE-PETER-MATZHOLD-/261887086984?nma=true&si=%252FDwvRz39D5NdRUpDrN62HtuOhQg%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557)

http://img.auctiva.com/imgdata/1/8/3/9/9/0/3/webimg/827348985_o.jpg?nc=239

http://img.auctiva.com/imgdata/1/8/3/9/9/0/3/webimg/827348992_o.jpg

http://img.auctiva.com/imgdata/1/8/3/9/9/0/3/webimg/827349003_o.jpg

[GWBowman]

Seller's history of the pipe claims that it's a Peter Matzhold. I thought that whoever made it had a lot of talent. I should get another late night hobby besides PAD.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAGE-SUPER-LARGE-PIPE-PETER-MATZHOLD-/261887086984?nma=true&si=%252FDwvRz39D5NdRUpDrN62HtuOhQg%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAGE-SUPER-LARGE-PIPE-PETER-MATZHOLD-/261887086984?nma=true&si=%252FDwvRz39D5NdRUpDrN62HtuOhQg%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557)

http://img.auctiva.com/imgdata/1/8/3/9/9/0/3/webimg/827348985_o.jpg?nc=239

http://img.auctiva.com/imgdata/1/8/3/9/9/0/3/webimg/827348992_o.jpg

http://img.auctiva.com/imgdata/1/8/3/9/9/0/3/webimg/827349003_o.jpg

Looks like it beats late night infomercials. :thumb:

[Bruck]

These Nordings are on sale for $40 at P&C:

http://img.pipesandcigars.com/p/500/pm/p/pm-p174950.png

I pulled the trigger on a rustic natural brandy.

[mooster]

Seller's history of the pipe claims that it's a Peter Matzhold. I thought that whoever made it had a lot of talent. I should get another late night hobby besides PAD.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAGE-SUPER-LARGE-PIPE-PETER-MATZHOLD-/261887086984?nma=true&si=%252FDwvRz39D5NdRUpDrN62HtuOhQg%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAGE-SUPER-LARGE-PIPE-PETER-MATZHOLD-/261887086984?nma=true&si=%252FDwvRz39D5NdRUpDrN62HtuOhQg%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557)



I was very happy for you when I saw the pictures. Then I saw the final price and pure envy took over. Damn.

[Tgs679]

Picked up a couple Vulcanite Forever stems and a couple Fancy Forever stems, a 3" Ocean Blue and a Green Swirl Nosewarmer.

[NeverBend]

I was very happy for you when I saw the pictures. Then I saw the final price and pure envy took over. Damn.

Hi Mark,

Good to see ya.

It's not a Matzhold and I bid on it accordingly but I liked the work, very meer in it's smooth lines and that's hard to do in briar.

I like to have a plan for my pipe purchases but I don't with this one. Its big and I've got some ideas but no plan.

The Tobacco Lane arrived and it's a handmade Charatan 2nd but some ninny extruded the tenon (slightly) so that it's a loose fit and I don't mess with tenons.
http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/ODYzWDE2MDA=/z/09EAAOSwrklVU~GC/$_12.JPG

Bought this 100gr tin of Murrays Erinmore Mixture ($12.00 shipped). Contents are dry so it'll need a year or more in the hopper.
Made in Northern Ireland (Murrays) but 100gr (instead of 4oz) so it would appear to be a later original but I'm not sure of the year.
http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTIwMFgxNjAw/z/0HQAAOSwrklVV0YK/$_12.JPG

[DGErwin11]

4 tubs is enough fro free shipping at P&C.

http://i.imgur.com/0ZiVaNf.jpg?1

[Tgs679]

16 oz. of Esoterica Peacehaven

[Pugsley]

9 ounces of a custom blend from the "My Own Blend" create your own blend offer at Pipesandcigars.com. Nearing the bottom of the first bowl and I'm lovin' it.

[RenoH414]

Stopped in a local antique store today to just see if they had any old cobs for cheap. The only 2 pipes they had were these two briar's. Bought the pair for $7.50. I don't know anything about them. One says Varsity briar on the bottom of the bowl and the other says BER-Briar on it.

http://i809.photobucket.com/albums/zz17/RenoH414/Pipe/9604E09C-CD33-4C3A-9CC3-F766FB5B10C8_zpswftannku.jpg (http://s809.photobucket.com/user/RenoH414/media/Pipe/9604E09C-CD33-4C3A-9CC3-F766FB5B10C8_zpswftannku.jpg.html)

http://i809.photobucket.com/albums/zz17/RenoH414/Pipe/2A8928C7-512A-497D-A9C5-BD89F8DFE4D2_zps7j202qvy.jpg (http://s809.photobucket.com/user/RenoH414/media/Pipe/2A8928C7-512A-497D-A9C5-BD89F8DFE4D2_zps7j202qvy.jpg.html)

http://i809.photobucket.com/albums/zz17/RenoH414/Pipe/359D4D83-81A7-4243-914C-AA2956A6C4DE_zpsyegzcxbb.jpg (http://s809.photobucket.com/user/RenoH414/media/Pipe/359D4D83-81A7-4243-914C-AA2956A6C4DE_zpsyegzcxbb.jpg.html)

[Pugsley]

I made it 24 hours without buying a pipe on Ebay! I can't wait to share this news with my PAD support group!

[mooster]

I made it 24 hours without buying a pipe on Ebay! I can't wait to share this news with my PAD support group!

You deserve some kind of reward for this accomplishment! I dunno, go buy yourself something you want...

[Haebar]

I bought this pipe on Ebay several months ago and it was in rough condition. It's a Savinelli Punto Oro and it was all scuffed up and downright ugly then. Later, when on a completely different Ebay listing, I noticed in the description that the seller (knobby1041) offered to refurbish pipes and he offered to do the first one for free. After some research, he is a very well respected pipe maker, Bobby Owens. I took him up on the offer and sent this pipe to him and he made it look great. So I'm going to send him some more pipes in the future. His website is: http://www.bobbyowenspipes.com/

http://i1377.photobucket.com/albums/ah50/haebar/Cigar%20Bum%20Photos%20002_zpsphvucw4m.jpg

[GWBowman]

I bought this pipe on Ebay several months ago and it was in rough condition. It's a Savinelli Punto Oro and it was all scuffed up and downright ugly then. Later, when on a completely different Ebay listing, I noticed in the description that the seller (knobby1041) offered to refurbish pipes and he offered to do the first one for free. After some research, he is a very well respected pipe maker, Bobby Owens. I took him up on the offer and sent this pipe to him and he made it look great. So I'm going to send him some more pipes in the future. His website is: http://www.bobbyowenspipes.com/

http://i1377.photobucket.com/albums/ah50/haebar/Cigar%20Bum%20Photos%20002_zpsphvucw4m.jpg

Very nice. Shines like new money.

[Bruck]

These Nordings are on sale for $40 at P&C:

http://img.pipesandcigars.com/p/500/pm/p/pm-p174950.png

I pulled the trigger on a rustic natural brandy.

It arrived. I don't normally quote myself but it was easier than cutting and pasting :)

Smokes pretty well.

[Lostmason]

It arrived. I don't normally quote myself but it was easier than cutting and pasting :)

Smokes pretty well.

Nice! Is it filtered, or does it have those little stones?

[NeverBend]

Interesting (to me) English made billiard with no brand. It may not be much but the price was right.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ENGLISH-ESTATE-PIPE-LONDON-MADE-/371326150882?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2047675.l2557&nma=true&si=0TXPQt68o5X5p0WbCyN0lwHO43g%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc


http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTM3OFgxNjAw/z/5tMAAOSwBLlU5Mly/$_57.JPG

[Haebar]

Interesting (to me) English made billiard with no brand. It may not be much but the price was right.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ENGLISH-ESTATE-PIPE-LONDON-MADE-/371326150882?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2047675.l2557&nma=true&si=0TXPQt68o5X5p0WbCyN0lwHO43g%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc


Nice pipe at a good price! Congratulations!

[Bruck]

Nice! Is it filtered, or does it have those little stones?

C) none of the above. It's just a regular briar pipe, nothing fancy :)

[MrMotoyoshi]

Picked up an IMP Dublin with "plateaux" rim

2934



Along with a Vintage Ropp horn stemmed bulldog

2933

[GWBowman]

Needed it like a hole in the head, but since they're special/limited, I figured I would

http://i1166.photobucket.com/albums/q610/GWBowman/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-05/67AC4503-04A9-4892-99ED-4D97D1E1BD4C_zpsm9wtmgsg.jpg (http://s1166.photobucket.com/user/GWBowman/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-05/67AC4503-04A9-4892-99ED-4D97D1E1BD4C_zpsm9wtmgsg.jpg.html)

MM Independence Day 2015 and Lane 125th Anniversary

[Bruck]

Needed it like a hole in the head, but since they're special/limited, I figured I would

http://i1166.photobucket.com/albums/q610/GWBowman/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-05/67AC4503-04A9-4892-99ED-4D97D1E1BD4C_zpsm9wtmgsg.jpg (http://s1166.photobucket.com/user/GWBowman/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-05/67AC4503-04A9-4892-99ED-4D97D1E1BD4C_zpsm9wtmgsg.jpg.html)

MM Independence Day 2015 and Lane 125th Anniversary

Let us know how it smokes - I'm sometimes tempted to pull the trigger on one of the MM blends.

[Bruck]

A BOTL co-worker and I just ordered some of this stuff in bulk:

http://img.pipesandcigars.com/l/300/pb/p/pb-psn.png

PS #41 Cube Cut (Burley and VA).

[Haebar]

Got a bunch of tins at the Payless Pipes buy one, get one free tin sale:

http://i1377.photobucket.com/albums/ah50/haebar/Cigar%20Bum%20Photos%20003_zpsbek2vl9n.jpg

The selection is limited, but the sale is still going on:

http://www.paylesspipes.com/email-documents/plpsnd052615A.htm

[Hermit]

http://i18.servimg.com/u/f18/12/34/21/63/gold_b10.jpg
This one just needed to get bought...I really like this shape. :chicken:
http://webshop.amsmoke.com/images/products/1953.jpg

[tmoran]

http://i18.servimg.com/u/f18/12/34/21/63/gold_b10.jpg
This one just needed to get bought...I really like this shape. :chicken:
http://webshop.amsmoke.com/images/products/1953.jpg

That one I like. One of these days I'll get me a Tinsky.

[Pugsley]

http://i18.servimg.com/u/f18/12/34/21/63/gold_b10.jpg
This one just needed to get bought...I really like this shape. :chicken:
http://webshop.amsmoke.com/images/products/1953.jpg

You won't regret this purchase. I have two Mark Tinsky pipes, both terrific smokers.

[Alligator Gar]

I picked up this GBD Clubhouse 269 for $12 on a whim. I was taken with the diamond shank and chair leg stem and dammit, I wanted this pipe. When I inspected it I discovered the shank was plugged and the bowl and finish was hurtin'. It was represented honestly enough and the price was right; I just wasn't prepared for the reality of the situation. It was just close enough to disposable to encourage me to risk screwing it up with my first restoration.

http://i.imgur.com/UfoTbho.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/uScZ591.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/s9gYg9w.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/2camjvk.jpg

I rolled up my sleeves and got busy.

http://i.imgur.com/XDgGbRH.png
http://i.imgur.com/GWDIIGL.png
http://i.imgur.com/ijWNYWp.png
http://i.imgur.com/FXoUdP2.jpg

I've got to tell you, I was not sad. She's now one of my favorites, sweet and cool smoking and easy on the eyes.

[GWBowman]

Wow Jim. Nice work. Doesn't look like the same pipe.

[JustTroItIn]

I picked up this GBD Clubhouse 269 for $12 on a whim. I was taken with the diamond shank and chair leg stem and dammit, I wanted this pipe. When I inspected it I discovered the shank was plugged and the bowl and finish was hurtin'. It was represented honestly enough and the price was right; I just wasn't prepared for the reality of the situation. It was just close enough to disposable to encourage me to risk screwing it up with my first restoration.

http://i.imgur.com/UfoTbho.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/uScZ591.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/s9gYg9w.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/2camjvk.jpg

I rolled up my sleeves and got busy.

http://i.imgur.com/XDgGbRH.png
http://i.imgur.com/GWDIIGL.png
http://i.imgur.com/ijWNYWp.png
http://i.imgur.com/FXoUdP2.jpg

I've got to tell you, I was not sad. She's now one of my favorites, sweet and cool smoking and easy on the eyes.

That pipe turned out great!

[Haebar]

Excellent job you did on that one! It's amazing.

[NeverBend]

I picked up this GBD Clubhouse 269 for $12 on a whim. I was taken with the diamond shank and chair leg stem and dammit, I wanted this pipe. When I inspected it I discovered the shank was plugged and the bowl and finish was hurtin'. It was represented honestly enough and the price was right; I just wasn't prepared for the reality of the situation. It was just close enough to disposable to encourage me to risk screwing it up with my first restoration.

http://i.imgur.com/UfoTbho.jpg




I rolled up my sleeves and got busy.




http://i.imgur.com/FXoUdP2.jpg

I've got to tell you, I was not sad. She's now one of my favorites, sweet and cool smoking and easy on the eyes.

Hi Jim,

Good to see you back and having seen some 'ashtrays' I'm not surprised at the quality of your restoration.

I'm most impressed with the way that you handled the bowl rim. You restored it without compromising it, very nice job. Glad that it smokes well.

Pete

I promised a friend that I'd re-evaluate McClellands so I bought tins or 1oz samples of their #2010, Tawny Flake and Black Woods along with Orlik Golden Sliced, and Gawith Hoggarth Kendal Mixture (and some pipe cleaners), all before the current P&C 48-hour 15% sale (site-wide) that's a good vehicle to buy some McClelland tins.

I'll also be buying a cobb, first one in many years, as part of my 'Perestroika', a bit like if Mao buying a McDonalds franchise to stick his toe in to Capitalism.

[Bruck]

Just picked up this on the bay of E - should arrive next week.

http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTAyNFg3NTM=/z/~EYAAOSwBLlVE074/$_57.JPG

Purports to come with original contents - we'll see; I was mainly interested in the tin as it appears to be in pretty close to mint condition.

Can anyone hazard a guess as to how old this might be? A slightly older BOTL co-worker says he remembers Velvet coming in tins well into the 70's but couldn't remember when they switched to plastic.

[Alligator Gar]

Pete,
Never really gone, traveling and working late. I kept an eye on you fellers. Since you mentioned it, I recently finished my first pipe ashtray.

Here is the tabula rasa.

http://i.imgur.com/deXkDER.jpg

Graduated bi-level pipe holder.

http://imgur.com/trjLgzV

Cigar elf hidey hole. So that's where my tampers disappear to.

http://i.imgur.com/hnd5o88.jpg

Drying table and match shelf.

http://i.imgur.com/sVroexE.jpg

Reverse angle.

http://i.imgur.com/OCkhWaE.jpg

Tampers and tiny shovels with captive ring.

http://i.imgur.com/mT3Wmcp.jpg

Kind of turned into a pipe command center, but the field of pipe ashtrays is wide open, so I'm okay with that.

[NeverBend]

Pete,
Never really gone, traveling and working late. I kept an eye on you fellers. Since you mentioned it, I recently finished my first pipe ashtray.

Here is the tabula rasa.

Graduated bi-level pipe holder.

Cigar elf hidey hole. So that's where my tampers disappear to.

Drying table and match shelf.

Tampers and tiny shovels with captive ring.

Kind of turned into a pipe command center, but the field of pipe ashtrays is wide open, so I'm okay with that.

Love it!

[Haebar]

Went to the Gatlinburlier on Friday. I had picked this one out on the Pipes web cam but I couldn't get the website to work right. We parked at the Gatlinburg Visitors Center Park and Ride parking lot and rode the trolley into town. It's a lot less hassle than looking and paying for parking in town. They were closed the first time we went by so we walked to the other end of the strip and had breakfast. When I got back to the Gatlinburlier, the customer service was impeccable; I was given expert advice and 100% attention. In particular, I was hoping that the house pipes were stamped Gatlinburlier so that I would have it as a souvenir. The manager found a few stamped ones but not anything I was interested in, so I decided to buy this pipe which is a H.I.S. pipe. Also got the 8 oz. sampler of Cades Cove Cavendish, Mellow Moonshine, Mountain Mall Mix, and Newfound Blend. When you buy this combo, they also give you a Czech tool, a pipe cleaner holder full of pipe cleaners, and some matches. I've been wanting to try out some of their pipe tobaccos; they have high ratings on Tobaccoreviews.com.

http://i1377.photobucket.com/albums/ah50/haebar/Cigar%20Bum%20Photos%20001_zpswkdzovi0.jpg

http://i1377.photobucket.com/albums/ah50/haebar/Cigar%20Bum%20Photos%20002_zpsjdv2jhmn.jpg

[GWBowman]

Is there a thread giving pointers on what to look for when buying a pipe, especially a used pipe? I couldn't find one. If it's here, I'd love to know where. If not, there are a lot of experienced pipers here that have a wealth of knowledge. Very interested in seeing a thread on this, whether an old thread or a new one.

[NeverBend]

Is there a thread giving pointers on what to look for when buying a pipe, especially a used pipe? I couldn't find one. If it's here, I'd love to know where. If not, there are a lot of experienced pipers here that have a wealth of knowledge. Very interested in seeing a thread on this, whether an old thread or a new one.

Hi George,

I said that I'd write something up for you many months ago and never did. My apologies. I started a couple of threads in hopes of making that up to you.

http://www.cigarbum.com/forum/showthread.php?3632-Buying-Estate-Pipes-on-eBay&p=66822#post66822

Hope this helps but will augment to your comments.

Regards,

Pete

[GWBowman]

Hi George,

I said that I'd write something up for you many months ago and never did. My apologies. I started a couple of threads in hopes of making that up to you.

http://www.cigarbum.com/forum/showthread.php?3632-Buying-Estate-Pipes-on-eBay&p=66822#post66822

Hope this helps but will augment to your comments.

Regards,

Pete

Thanks Pete. I look forward to reading these.

[NeverBend]

I had access and opportunity but I never did....but someone did! This is the pipe that I was meant to own, the Siegel's Make pipe! (that's my last name).

http://www.ebay.com/itm/VTG-Siegels-Own-Make-156-Made-in-England-Estate-Tobacco-Smoking-Pipe-/321771919285?nma=true&si=0TXPQt68o5X5p0WbCyN0lwHO43g%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557

Yes, I know that it's throughly unimpressive but I couldn't pass it up. My wife was really stoked about me getting this one.
http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTIwMFgxNjAw/z/1K0AAOSwrklVZOut/$_57.JPG

[JustTroItIn]

I had access and opportunity but I never did....but someone did! This is the pipe that I was meant to own, the Siegel's Make pipe! (that's my last name).

http://www.ebay.com/itm/VTG-Siegels-Own-Make-156-Made-in-England-Estate-Tobacco-Smoking-Pipe-/321771919285?nma=true&si=0TXPQt68o5X5p0WbCyN0lwHO43g%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557

Yes, I know that it's throughly unimpressive but I couldn't pass it up. My wife was really stoked about me getting this one.
http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTIwMFgxNjAw/z/1K0AAOSwrklVZOut/$_57.JPG

Good catch, Pete! I can empathize with buying a pipe because it speaks to you on some level other than its monetary worth.

[Tgs679]

http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l273/tgs679/Cigars/A31F7934-DCD7-4844-89AF-EF35DC1D0FE3_zpsqah8njhm.jpg (http://s98.photobucket.com/user/tgs679/media/Cigars/A31F7934-DCD7-4844-89AF-EF35DC1D0FE3_zpsqah8njhm.jpg.html)

[Haebar]

Nice spread! What's in the bag? I see some jars in the background.

[Tgs679]

Nice spread! What's in the bag? I see some jars in the background.

In the bag LJ Peretti Cuban Mixture. The jars are 2011 Stonehaven, Old Joe Kranz, and Pugsley's "Freight Train". Basically my open stuff right now.

[NeverBend]

Just received this damaged pipe with bowl nomenclature virtually all buffed off. Certainly the smoker before me loved it based on the use and bowl cake. It reamed close to circular and is clean (no fills) with nice flame grain and it was handmade. Rim is beat to hell and the shank was repaired but it's surprising that a handmade pipe with a 1920-30 style Four Dot stem received only my $5.00 bid (+$5.95 shipping).

I took off the wax finish, cleaned the nomenclature area, put on some carbon and was able to make out the tail of the old fishtail logo and part of the 'S' from Sasieni. It would appear that that it's a beat up, small and odd shaped 1920s Sasieni. Always wanted to try one of their really early pipes.
http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTIwMFgxNjAw/z/O6gAAOSwKrhVYOSB/$_57.JPG

http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTIwMFgxNjAw/z/PJMAAOSwKrhVYOSN/$_57.JPG?rt=nc




http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTIwMFgxNjAw/z/Cn8AAOSwZd1VYOSR/$_57.JPG?rt=nc

[JustTroItIn]

Splurged a bit for my birthday and was gifted a few tin.

Gaslight x 2 (1 gifted)
H&H Old Dark Fired x 2 (1 gifted)
S&G Black XX Twist (gifted)
Peterson Irish Whiskey (gifted)
Vincent Manil Semois
McClelland Dark Star
Rattray's Red Rapparee
Sutliff Top Shelf
SPC Potlatch
2 Pipe stands
MM Freehand
2 shirts from TheBriarKing.com

http://i222.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/jclarke7/IMG_2625_zpskfyrtyr4.jpg (http://s222.photobucket.com/user/jclarke7/media/IMG_2625_zpskfyrtyr4.jpg.html)

http://i222.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/jclarke7/IMG_2626_zpsz9tvxpzw.jpg (http://s222.photobucket.com/user/jclarke7/media/IMG_2626_zpsz9tvxpzw.jpg.html)

[Tgs679]

Splurged a bit for my birthday and was gifted a few tin.

Gaslight x 2 (1 gifted)
H&H Old Dark Fired x 2 (1 gifted)
S&G Black XX Twist (gifted)
Peterson Irish Whiskey (gifted)
Vincent Manil Semois
McClelland Dark Star
Rattray's Red Rapparee
Sutliff Top Shelf
SPC Potlatch
2 Pipe stands
MM Freehand
2 shirts from TheBriarKing.com


Nice score and Happy Birthday.
I did the same in celebration of my birthday with the Germain Flake purchase.

[NeverBend]

S&G Black XX Twist
Rattray's Red Rapparee

You come from generous folk and should these tobaccos prove unsatisfactory... :).

[Haebar]

Got these on the last 15% off sale:

http://i1377.photobucket.com/albums/ah50/haebar/Cigar%20Bum%20Photos%20002_zpsqjxxm6m6.jpg

[NeverBend]

Just received this damaged pipe with bowl nomenclature virtually all buffed off. Certainly the smoker before me loved it based on the use and bowl cake. It reamed close to circular and is clean (no fills) with nice flame grain and it was handmade. Rim is beat to hell and the shank was repaired but it's surprising that a handmade pipe with a 1920-30 style Four Dot stem received only my $5.00 bid (+$5.95 shipping).
http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTIwMFgxNjAw/z/O6gAAOSwKrhVYOSB/$_57.JPG

http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTIwMFgxNjAw/z/PJMAAOSwKrhVYOSN/$_57.JPG?rt=nc


I find that small, thinner walled smooths are best with latakia mixtures. If I smoked inside I'd try it with some straight Virginia flake but that's another day.

I've smoked two bowls in this little guy and the stem is a problem, small width, that I can't get good purchase on. The bowl reams circular but in the phrasing phase it was angled to make the oval but I left the extra cake there.

I smoked it with Balkan Sasieni (how could I not) and Dunhill Mixture #965. Other than the difficulty with the bit it performed admirably with no ghosting and really crisp, clean flavors, exceptionally so and it smoked long and cool. Without question the ugliest pipe I own but my single criterion is how well a pipe smokes and if I can get used to the mouth feel it will get it's share of smokes.

About to fire up the Mastro de Paja for the first time that I bought a few weeks ago.
http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/ODcwWDEwMDA=/z/7iUAAOSwNSxVShpV/$_57.JPG

[Pugsley]

Another 10 pipe grab bag of seconds from MM. It's my consolation prize after being outbid at the last second on Ebay for a pipe I really wanted.

[GWBowman]

Another 10 pipe grab bag of seconds from MM. It's my consolation prize after being outbid at the last second on Ebay for a pipe I really wanted.

If you don't mind, please post what was in it. I understand every bag is different. Been thinking about one but haven't pulled the trigger.

[Pugsley]

If you don't mind, please post what was in it. I understand every bag is different. Been thinking about one but haven't pulled the trigger.

Just ordered it today. I'll post the contents as soon as it comes in. This will be my 4th and I've been happy with all of them so far.

[Cool Breeze]

Nothing big.

Just 1 tin of Full Virginia Flake, 1 tin of Escudo and 2 oz of bulk Nightcap.

I have some other things on my list to try, but a little at a time for now. :pipe:

[Lostmason]

http://i304.photobucket.com/albums/nn177/LostMason/meer_zpssmnk3wjt.jpg?t=1434512816

My new Meer

http://i304.photobucket.com/albums/nn177/LostMason/sexy_zps0eq4gk0l.jpg?t=1434512825


This one my wife claimed

Go figure?????

[Pugsley]

If you don't mind, please post what was in it. I understand every bag is different. Been thinking about one but haven't pulled the trigger.

Cobs just came in, here's what I received:

2 Mizzou straight stem
6 Legends, 4 straight, 2 bent
1 General, bent stem
1 Cobbit bowl with a standard black bent stem, (not churchwarden)

One of the bent legends has a good size divot taken out of the top of the bowl, but still useable. Some have very minor flaws, none of them structural in nature. Some look nearly perfect. The General, in particular, appears to be flawless. Once again, money well spent.