Opinions wanted on entry level Nording pipes

[Cool Breeze]

Hey all.

Birthday is coming up next month and I think I'm going to buy myself a new pipe. I smoke cobbs for the most part but am wanting to add another briar to the rotation. The only decent one I have is a pre-Republic Peterson Shamrock that I picked up at a flea market. This will be the first new briar I have ever purchased. I need to keep the price under $100 (well under if possible, but I could go up to if necessary). I feel that there are likely a lot of good options in this range for newbies like myself.

Nording has a lot of nice looking pipes that come in well under budget. I have always admired the bulldog design and I really like the look of this pipe.

New Tobacco Pipes: Nording Valhalla Rusticated (101) at Smokingpipes.com

Opinions would be welcome if anyone has experience with Nording pipes as to whether they are worth the price.

Also, any suggestions of what you would purchase in that price range is welcome as well.

Lastly, this pipe will likely be dedicated to English blends. I don't know if that will have any bearing on your recommendations, but thought I'd throw that out there.

Thanks