cwpiperman
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Post by cwpiperman on Feb 27, 2019 15:14:42 GMT -5
Hey!
I have a chance to get a good deal on a Castello Shape 55 Sea Rock KKKK from a very reputable Italian site. The price is right, cheaper than I'd hoped. How do you who have smoked them like the new Shape 55s?
Leaning towards pulling the trigger.......
CW
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Post by trailboss on Feb 27, 2019 15:22:17 GMT -5
It sounds like the stars are aligned.... I have never smoked a Castillo, but all I hear is great things about them.
DaveinLAX knows a lot about Castello’s.
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cwpiperman
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Post by cwpiperman on Feb 27, 2019 16:51:38 GMT -5
They did. I just ordered the pipe. New,unsmoked, Castello Shape 55 Sea Rock (not "Old" Sea Rock) KKKK. Total of $257 with shipping from Italy via DHL.
CW
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Post by Legend Lover on Feb 27, 2019 17:39:55 GMT -5
Wow. I've heard only great things about the sea rock. Share your thoughts when you get it, please.
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Post by sperrytops on Feb 27, 2019 18:10:55 GMT -5
Castello Sea Rocks are wonderful pipes and KKKK is a good size. If you can get it at a good price you won't regret it.
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Post by daveinlax on Feb 27, 2019 18:21:31 GMT -5
Now the wait, but usually get here pretty quick via DHL and they don't pre report you to customs like FedEx. The 55 is a love/hate shape but Castello seems to be pumping them out so you have a very good choice. The 55 is not one of my shapes but the 30 has a similar bend and I look for a smooth line that has a continuous curve especially on the bottom so it doesn't look like it has a bunch of angles. Everyone has there own take on a shape but I prefer 55's that have a chin but not so much that it ruins the line. Some of them I've seen lately look they they tried to hard and the line just doesn't look right to my eye. Check out GL Pease's site he has a great eye and a solid 55 collection and his photos are as good as they get. Reach out to him via the Facebook groups if you have any questions. He loves to geek out on 55's. Enjoy!  |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 27, 2019 18:22:32 GMT -5
They did. I just ordered the pipe. New,unsmoked, Castello Shape 55 Sea Rock (not "Old" Sea Rock) KKKK. Total of $257 with shipping from Italy via DHL. CW Excellent pipe, at that price you got a deal👌👍👍. Enjoy for many years of smoking pleasure!! |
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Post by pepesdad1 on Feb 27, 2019 18:25:56 GMT -5
Have no Castello pipes but have seen pictures of Daveinlax's pipes...they are a beautiful pipe to behold.
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cwpiperman
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Post by cwpiperman on Feb 27, 2019 18:43:47 GMT -5
Here's mine:   CW |
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Post by daveinlax on Feb 27, 2019 19:20:39 GMT -5
Looks Great! Good proportions, the Sea Rock Carving looks good too. |
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Post by cwpiperman on Feb 27, 2019 19:25:16 GMT -5
Looks Great! Good proportions, the Sea Rock Carving looks good too. Thanks! Coming from you, that's high praise. CW |
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Post by Legend Lover on Feb 27, 2019 19:40:28 GMT -5
It looks beautiful!
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Post by trailboss on Feb 27, 2019 21:41:11 GMT -5
Looks Great! Good proportions, the Sea Rock Carving looks good too. This guy knows nothing about the brand.... you need to redirect it to me for an honest evaluation. |
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Post by daveinlax on Feb 27, 2019 22:07:11 GMT -5
Looks Great! Good proportions, the Sea Rock Carving looks good too. This guy knows nothing about the brand.... you need to redirect it to me for an honest evaluation. LoL! That's why I pointed him in Pease direction but I've seen enough of your pipes to know you have a good eye. These threads are dangerous. I'm itching for a new pipe. |
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Post by monbla256 on Feb 27, 2019 22:15:34 GMT -5
They did. I just ordered the pipe. New,unsmoked, Castello Shape 55 Sea Rock (not "Old" Sea Rock) KKKK. Total of $257 with shipping from Italy via DHL. CW  |
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Post by cwpiperman on Mar 5, 2019 14:04:39 GMT -5
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Post by sperrytops on Mar 5, 2019 14:14:10 GMT -5
Fantastic pipe. Bowl looks huge.
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Post by cwpiperman on Mar 5, 2019 14:16:22 GMT -5
Fantastic pipe. Bowl looks huge. Pretty good size. Fits well in the hand, feels fantastic. Looking forward to smoking it! CW |
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Post by Deleted on Mar 5, 2019 15:22:37 GMT -5
Congrats and Enjoy. One of the better shapes out there in terms of hand comfort. It encourages smoking.  |
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Post by Mac on Mar 5, 2019 15:51:23 GMT -5
Super pipe! And very good photos you took and posted.
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Post by peterd-Buffalo Spirit on Mar 5, 2019 20:56:28 GMT -5
...I have a number of Castello's but I've never been attracted to the shape 55...I do think you got a great deal and hope you have many good smokes from the 55...
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Post by roadsdiverged on Mar 5, 2019 20:59:01 GMT -5
What a beauty
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Post by Legend Lover on Mar 6, 2019 8:16:04 GMT -5
It is a stunner!
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Post by balticbriar on Mar 7, 2019 17:26:52 GMT -5
WOW, truly an impressive pipe CW. Just gorgeous. Enjoy! |
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Post by Stearmandriver on Mar 7, 2019 17:31:18 GMT -5
Man I love that sea rock finish they do; it must feel great in the hand. I really like how it pairs with the smooth rim in this shape. Beautiful pipe!
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Post by chasingembers on Mar 7, 2019 18:08:26 GMT -5
I have never been a fan of that shape. Seeing it with the sea rock rustication has changed my mind completely. Man that's sharp!👏 How does it smoke? |
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Post by cwpiperman on Mar 7, 2019 23:08:32 GMT -5
I have never been a fan of that shape. Seeing it with the sea rock rustication has changed my mind completely. Man that's sharp!👏 How does it smoke? First smoke was fantastic. Easily the best smoke I've had from a new pipe. Nice draw, very cool, bowl very expansive and forgiving. And that Sea Rock with the chin feels GREAT in the hand. CW |
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Post by chasingembers on Mar 8, 2019 2:19:39 GMT -5
Love the texture! Much like Savinelli's Capri rustication, must have great tactile appeal.
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Post by cwpiperman on Mar 8, 2019 15:01:44 GMT -5
Love the texture! Much like Savinelli's Capri rustication, must have great tactile appeal. Indeed it does. CW |
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