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Post by Cramptholomew on Apr 2, 2019 16:43:53 GMT -5
I got a good haul today. My "tobacco press" (really a pasta press), 3 nice Greek plateau blocks, and some 'baccy.    Sir, I am intrigued... Fire away! |
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Post by sperrytops on Apr 2, 2019 16:47:38 GMT -5
I got a good haul today. My "tobacco press" (really a pasta press), 3 nice Greek plateau blocks, and some 'baccy. Jason, what are the dimensions of a block like that? |
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Post by Cramptholomew on Apr 2, 2019 17:04:10 GMT -5
I got a good haul today. My "tobacco press" (really a pasta press), 3 nice Greek plateau blocks, and some 'baccy. Jason, what are the dimensions of a block like that? The long one is 1.75"W, 3 1/8"H, 6"L. Usable material is less. The other two are 2.25"W, 4.25"L and between 2.75"/3.25"H. |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 2, 2019 17:26:07 GMT -5
Thanks to Charlie posting the P&C Peterson pipe code (KP49) I have 2 Killarney pipes coming my way. An 06 Billiard and a B5P Bulldog. In addition to the $49.00 half price, it is my birthday month, so another 10% off for 2 new pipes for $90.00 with free shipping. Winner, Winner! Chicken Dinner!  |
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Post by scrooge on Apr 2, 2019 17:54:49 GMT -5
Jason I know it's posted some where but can you repost the plateau pipe you made.
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Post by Cramptholomew on Apr 2, 2019 18:06:31 GMT -5
Jason I know it's posted some where but can you repost the plateau pipe you made. Here it is. This was my 9th pipe, I think. And looking back, it was a nice pipe, but WAY too busy. At least, I think so.   |
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Post by scrooge on Apr 2, 2019 18:11:19 GMT -5
Yep that's the one. Thanks!
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Post by PhantomWolf on Apr 2, 2019 18:14:09 GMT -5
Jason I know it's posted some where but can you repost the plateau pipe you made. Here it is. This was my 9th pipe, I think. And looking back, it was a nice pipe, but WAY too busy. At least, I think so. . I love how vibrant the red stain is without being too dark. I see a lot of pipes that are nearly opaque in that colour. |
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Post by Cramptholomew on Apr 2, 2019 18:20:39 GMT -5
Here it is. This was my 9th pipe, I think. And looking back, it was a nice pipe, but WAY too busy. At least, I think so. . I love how vibrant the red stain is without being too dark. I see a lot of pipes that are nearly opaque in that colour. I think I do my stain a little different than most. It's the one thing I never really researched. I'm impatient, and that's the result! Haha |
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Post by Lady Margaret on Apr 3, 2019 14:27:36 GMT -5
Got a package arriving today. 1 pound of Union Terminal from Straus Tobacconist in Florence, Kentucky. It's a custom blend of theirs and a really deep smooth all day English. However, the USPS pulled a boner on me. I ordered it 2 1/2 weeks ago. It went out with a tracking number and instead of traveling to California it ended up in Philadelphia where it sat for almost 2 weeks. When looking up the tracking number, all the USPS said was this package was in transit but would be slightly delayed. Huh? Oh well, says it is out for delivery today so I should see it this afternoon. Hope it isn't damaged. Like the old Folger's Crystals commercial: "We've secretly replaced Perry's Union Terminal with Mixture 79. Let's see if he notices..."  |
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Post by Baboo on Apr 4, 2019 15:45:14 GMT -5
Samuel Gawith tins: Grousemoore, Bothy Flake, Squadron Leader, Skiff Mixture.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 4, 2019 18:43:36 GMT -5
I just ordered a 500 g box of Gawith Hoggarth Rum Flake.
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Post by Cramptholomew on Apr 4, 2019 18:52:36 GMT -5
I just ordered a 500 g box of Gawith Hoggarth Rum Flake. is it that good? I may have to try it. |
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Post by roadsdiverged on Apr 4, 2019 19:12:04 GMT -5
Simply put, yes.
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Post by Legend Lover on Apr 5, 2019 3:18:30 GMT -5
That's one I do have. It's good stuff. You know what you've got to do, Cramptholomew. |
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Post by ShowMeState1977 on Apr 5, 2019 6:22:14 GMT -5
Just pulled the trigger on another 8oz tin of Black Frigate and I also ordered some pipe cleaners and rubber bite guards.
Gotta build that cellar...
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Post by bouwser on Apr 5, 2019 14:45:05 GMT -5
Ran across some Bob’s Chocolate Flake today at a tobacconist in East Lansing. Jumping into the Lakeland world I guess. Also picked up an ounce of two McClelland aros, RSVP and a cherry blend. The RSVP is tasty. Had some driving home.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 6, 2019 8:20:16 GMT -5
Well got some Maryland and Stoved Virginia for blending experiments. Everyone seems to talk about Autumn Evening so I got an 8oz "sample". Also picked up another new-to-me Two Friends English Chocolate. As a bonus I got another G.I. Mechanics Tool Bag to put my wears in when I go out.
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Post by pepesdad1 on Apr 6, 2019 11:41:42 GMT -5
Ran across some Bob’s Chocolate Flake today at a tobacconist in East Lansing. Jumping into the Lakeland world I guess. Also picked up an ounce of two McClelland aros, RSVP and a cherry blend. The RSVP is tasty. Had some driving home. Bouwser...you're gonna like that Bob's Choc. Flake...take some out for fresh tasting and put some away...with 5 years on it makes it a really great smoke! |
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Post by slowroll on Apr 6, 2019 13:20:59 GMT -5
 This pretty piece should be arriving today, thanks to Mark Tinsky. Welcome here, good to see another former Juggie. I'm also a refugee from NJ! |
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Post by johnlawitzke on Apr 6, 2019 15:33:02 GMT -5
Ran across some Bob’s Chocolate Flake today at a tobacconist in East Lansing. Jumping into the Lakeland world I guess. Also picked up an ounce of two McClelland aros, RSVP and a cherry blend. The RSVP is tasty. Had some driving home. Was that at Campbell's? I really need to stop in there some time. I haven’t been in there since about a year before Doug sold the shop. I used to go in there almost every day in the early and mid 80s when I went to MSU. |
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Post by johnlawitzke on Apr 6, 2019 15:35:38 GMT -5
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Post by Deleted on Apr 6, 2019 16:09:48 GMT -5
I just ordered a 500 g (17.6 oz) box of Gawith Hoggarth Rum Flake. I received a confirmation e-mail from SmokingPipes.com for my order, then the next day, an email stating that they only had 16 oz and would I like them to send that instead. I replied that I would take the 16 oz. The following day I received a message stating that they didn't have 16 oz, but could send 15 oz, at which point I no longer felt like playing and cancelled my order. Disappointed in my favorite vendor. |
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Post by roadsdiverged on Apr 6, 2019 16:13:53 GMT -5
Ouch! That's the first negative I've heard about SP in my year of pipe smoking.
(Almost a year, 2 weeks to go)
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Post by Deleted on Apr 6, 2019 16:26:10 GMT -5
SP: I am a bit concerned too. Has anyone noted the across the board price increases the past few months? Letting their customers share the expense of acquiring Peterson pipes?
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Post by roadsdiverged on Apr 6, 2019 16:28:31 GMT -5
I noticed that as well. My last few orders have been at TP and P&C. TP used to be a little more expensive, but shipping was faster to me because of location. Now, with SPs price increase, and charging me state tax, it's better for me to shop at TP.
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Post by Cramptholomew on Apr 6, 2019 16:37:46 GMT -5
I noticed Viprati is a whole dollar more per tin at SP than TP.
I haven't looked at other stuff yet, I was just searching that last night.
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Post by bouwser on Apr 6, 2019 16:45:25 GMT -5
Ran across some Bob’s Chocolate Flake today at a tobacconist in East Lansing. Jumping into the Lakeland world I guess. Also picked up an ounce of two McClelland aros, RSVP and a cherry blend. The RSVP is tasty. Had some driving home. Was that at Campbell's? I really need to stop in there some time. I haven’t been in there since about a year before Doug sold the shop. I used to go in there almost every day in the early and mid 80s when I went to MSU. Yes it was. Great experience. I’ll definitely be back. I was told the other guy knew pipes better but wouldn’t be in that day. Maybe next time. |
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Post by balticbriar on Apr 8, 2019 21:04:48 GMT -5
1 x Solani Silver Flake 660 - 100g 1 x Peterson System Standard Smooth B42 - P-Lip
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Post by Legend Lover on Apr 9, 2019 2:03:20 GMT -5
1 x Solani Silver Flake 660 - 100g 1 x Peterson System Standard Smooth B42 - P-Lip
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