robert5570
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Post by robert5570 on Jul 9, 2019 12:54:57 GMT -5
MI have way too many pipes but I’m always looking for another that looks unique and is still user friendly. I’m looking for a rough,blast,or cross grain smooth finish. I was looking online at neat pipes and stumbled upon a Luciano pipe and I think it’s been overlooked. I’m surprised it’s still available and if I didn’t have pipes I don’t even smoke stored away I’d grab this one. I would expect the price to be 2*5 times if in a shop or by other carvers. Take a look if you like pokers with an artistic flair. I think it looks like the wood has melted and formed itself in places. www.neatpipes.com/en/new-smoking-pipes/luciano/19-lu041 |
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ben888
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Post by ben888 on Jul 9, 2019 13:19:12 GMT -5
I think that "engineering" of the pipe is way more important than looks. May be that's the reason a lot of good looking pipes aren't that popular...
Just FYI - I'm not putting down any pipe maker/brand. Just thinking out loud.
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Post by Legend Lover on Jul 9, 2019 13:50:08 GMT -5
If that pipe is well drilled then it would be superb. It certainly looks the part.
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Post by puffy on Jul 9, 2019 14:24:52 GMT -5
Looks good but I'm not sure if I like the shape.
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Post by elric on Jul 9, 2019 16:56:02 GMT -5
Love the shape but at 150 Euro [$242.72aud] it can stay on the shelf.
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Post by smellthehatfirst on Jul 9, 2019 21:00:12 GMT -5
It's a handmade from a known artisan, I'll bet the drilling is pretty good.
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Post by PhantomWolf on Jul 9, 2019 21:02:40 GMT -5
If I were a judge, I'd smoke that while holding court and use it as my gavel.
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Post by Ronv69 on Jul 9, 2019 21:31:35 GMT -5
I think $168 US is a good price for this pipe. Which is why I stay away from Neat Pipes. They always have a pipe that I can't live without. Good people to do business with too.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 9, 2019 21:41:43 GMT -5
That is a nice pipe from a respected maker (better known in Europe). SP generally has several Luciano estates on offer if budget is an issue.
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Post by Legend Lover on Jul 10, 2019 3:00:10 GMT -5
If I were a judge, I'd smoke that while holding court and use it as my gavel. Great idea. I could imagine you doing it. |
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robert5570
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First Name: Robert
Favorite Pipe: James Upshall Dublin
Favorite Tobacco: Virginia coins,flakes,cakes,ribbons,aged long as possible
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Post by robert5570 on Jul 12, 2019 11:33:38 GMT -5
I like the pipe and would consider it a piece of art the way the carver captured what looks like the wood melted to form the foot.
I have heard good things about the brand.
I have bought pipes from pictures and been disappointed because until I feel it and examine machine work inside.
I’ve been smoking more of my medium sizes light pipes and my tastes have changed over the years.
I like rough finishes or smooth cross grain.I don’t like having a smooth pipe that gets dinged up or rim turns black or tarry.
A rough finish like a Sea Rock Castello has been on my radar for the past few years.
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