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Post by urbino on Feb 21, 2021 22:58:56 GMT -5
Don’t tell me you’re having delivery issues again Urb! Partly understandable this time. We had this whole snow thing. That excuses UPS. USPS, however, routed my package coming from New England back to New England, once it got to Mississippi, and they did that before any snow fell. I'm tellin' ya, if you have a USPS package that passes through MS, just add an extra couple weeks. Somebody down there can't read a map. |
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Post by fadingdaylight on Feb 21, 2021 23:23:09 GMT -5
Right? I'm fairly sure the cigars are at some driver's house. But who steals an anvil? I mean they are expensive, but it's a lot of work. They probably just rolled it in the ditch so they wouldn't have to deliver it. I have a Harbor Freight anvil and a piece of 5x5x10 steel block that handle all my bashing needs. Get it brother. |
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Post by mrlunting on Feb 22, 2021 8:01:08 GMT -5
Right? I'm fairly sure the cigars are at some driver's house. But who steals an anvil? I mean they are expensive, but it's a lot of work. They probably just rolled it in the ditch so they wouldn't have to deliver it. I have a Harbor Freight anvil and a piece of 5x5x10 steel block that handle all my bashing needs. Watch out for fingers and thumbs! 🥴 |
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Post by taiguy66 on Feb 22, 2021 8:47:39 GMT -5
Don’t tell me you’re having delivery issues again Urb! Partly understandable this time. We had this whole snow thing. That excuses UPS. USPS, however, routed my package coming from New England back to New England, once it got to Mississippi, and they did that before any snow fell. I'm tellin' ya, if you have a USPS package that passes through MS, just add an extra couple weeks. Somebody down there can't read a map. In keeping with my “do something nice for yourself on your birthday week, I’ve just placed another order and will let you know if this one gets “stuck” too. I’m hoping it’s just you brother! |
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Post by Goldbrick on Feb 22, 2021 21:39:24 GMT -5
I got an e-mail from RDpipes today...my new rhodesian is on it's way ...with any luck, I'll be huffing and puffing by Saturday. Carter Hall is my usual break in tobacco, but I'm out ...any thoughts on a replacement?
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Post by bigwoolie on Feb 22, 2021 21:46:31 GMT -5
I don’t have anything coming in the mail, but I’m deriving great entertainment from sitting here and watching Will and Willie trudge out to the mailbox everyday through the snow, slush, cold, rain and wind looking anxiously for a controller they ordered for whatever game console it is they are playing on. 😁
Sometimes I love being old 😂😅
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Post by Plainsman on Feb 22, 2021 21:59:53 GMT -5
I don’t have anything coming in the mail, but I’m deriving great entertainment from sitting here and watching Will and Willie trudge out to the mailbox everyday through the snow, slush, cold, rain and wind looking anxiously for a controller they ordered for whatever game console it is they are playing on. 😁 Sometimes I love being old 😂😅 Sure beats the alternative. |
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Post by Plainsman on Feb 22, 2021 22:19:26 GMT -5
USPS says I have 185-pounds of lead bullets coming t’tow. We’ll see how that works out.
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Post by Ronv69 on Feb 22, 2021 22:36:32 GMT -5
USPS says I have 185-pounds of lead bullets coming t’tow. We’ll see how that works out. Should thrown in a couple of anvils for good measure. |
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Post by urbino on Feb 23, 2021 0:56:50 GMT -5
Still the same 2 packages: pipes from SP via UPS, and tobacco from 4noggins via USPS. Neither appears to have moved today.
Good luck, Ted!
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Post by Deleted on Feb 23, 2021 1:04:15 GMT -5
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Post by trailboss on Feb 23, 2021 8:21:19 GMT -5
Them braided flex stems are common on old pipes, usually on lap pipes.
Quite often as they age, they develop leaks and the only option is to get a new one made. The only problem, is that I do not know of anyone that makes them.
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Post by Ronv69 on Feb 23, 2021 8:59:23 GMT -5
I had to replace the one on my table meer, but I don't remember what I used. I had to replace the bit too.
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Post by longtom on Feb 23, 2021 9:36:54 GMT -5
Outstanding! Those are cool
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Post by taiguy66 on Feb 23, 2021 9:40:06 GMT -5
Still the same 2 packages: pipes from SP via UPS, and tobacco from 4noggins via USPS. Neither appears to have moved today. Good luck, Ted! Thanks buddy. My order from 4noggins hasn’t even left the shop! |
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Post by taiguy66 on Feb 23, 2021 9:41:41 GMT -5
If nothing else Scott, you’ve got some interesting conversation pieces! |
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Post by rdpipes on Feb 23, 2021 14:44:04 GMT -5
I got an e-mail from RDpipes today...my new rhodesian is on it's way ...with any luck, I'll be huffing and puffing by Saturday. Carter Hall is my usual break in tobacco, but I'm out ...any thoughts on a replacement? Escudo..............of course!  |
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Post by pepesdad1 on Feb 23, 2021 14:56:27 GMT -5
Arango Balkan Supreme or butternut burley if you want something mild.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 23, 2021 15:00:23 GMT -5
Them braided flex stems are common on old pipes, usually on lap pipes. Quite often as they age, they develop leaks and the only option is to get a new one made. The only problem, is that I do not know of anyone that makes them. Thanks for the info - I was clueless about this type of pipe. This one has several problems, so it will just be decorative: the tiny horn mouthpiece is very delicate and has small holes along the sides, at the base and under the bit. The flex stem is not too bad - I can repair that, but probably won't. The biggest issue is that the briar wall was too thin at the back of the soldier's neck, and apparently burned through and was repaired. I will probably sand the repairs smooth, strip the finish, re-stain, polish and be done with it...or do nothing. |
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Post by rdpipes on Feb 23, 2021 15:06:54 GMT -5
Them braided flex stems are common on old pipes, usually on lap pipes. Quite often as they age, they develop leaks and the only option is to get a new one made. The only problem, is that I do not know of anyone that makes them. Thanks for the info - I was clueless about this type of pipe. This one has several problems, so it will just be decorative: the tiny horn mouthpiece is very delicate and has small holes along the sides, at the base and under the bit. The flex stem is not too bad - I can repair that, but probably won't. The biggest issue is that the briar wall was too thin at the back of the soldier's neck, and apparently burned through and was repaired. I will probably sand the repairs smooth, strip the finish, re-stain, polish and be done with it...or do nothing. You can always get a Churchwarden type stem made for it or just a regular length stem made, either if done properly will look good in my opinion. |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 23, 2021 15:13:18 GMT -5
Thanks for the info - I was clueless about this type of pipe. This one has several problems, so it will just be decorative: the tiny horn mouthpiece is very delicate and has small holes along the sides, at the base and under the bit. The flex stem is not too bad - I can repair that, but probably won't. The biggest issue is that the briar wall was too thin at the back of the soldier's neck, and apparently burned through and was repaired. I will probably sand the repairs smooth, strip the finish, re-stain, polish and be done with it...or do nothing. You can always get a Churchwarden type stem made for it or just a regular length stem made, either if done properly will look good in my opinion. Thanks Ron - that's a great idea. Now I have incentive to do the bowl repair. By the way - love that new morta bulldog you're working on. |
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Post by rdpipes on Feb 23, 2021 15:14:52 GMT -5
You can always get a Churchwarden type stem made for it or just a regular length stem made, either if done properly will look good in my opinion. Thanks Ron - that's a great idea. Now I have incentive to do the bowl repair. By the way - love that new morta bulldog you're working on. Your very welcome sir and Thank you! |
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Post by Goldbrick on Feb 23, 2021 15:35:56 GMT -5
Arango Balkan Supreme or butternut burley if you want something mild. Don't have any Escudo, but I have plenty of Balkan Supreme, and Butternut Burley...thanks for your thoughts guys! |
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Post by Plainsman on Feb 23, 2021 16:14:37 GMT -5
 Ah! At last. |
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Post by Ronv69 on Feb 23, 2021 16:26:15 GMT -5
Ah! At last. Who do you get your bullets from? |
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Post by Plainsman on Feb 23, 2021 17:04:38 GMT -5
Rafter T, Coleman, TX. Fine people to work with. Just measured 25 random. All measured right on the money.
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Post by Ronv69 on Feb 23, 2021 18:40:46 GMT -5
Rafter T, Coleman, TX. Fine people to work with. Just measured 25 random. All measured right on the money. I've been getting mine from Matt's Bullets in Arkansas with good luck. I just had a make sure he was still in business since I haven't bought any in years. I have about a thousand ready and waiting for me. |
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Post by Plainsman on Feb 23, 2021 18:59:47 GMT -5
Rafter T, Coleman, TX. Fine people to work with. Just measured 25 random. All measured right on the money. I've been getting mine from Matt's Bullets in Arkansas with good luck. I just had a make sure he was still in business since I haven't bought any in years. I have about a thousand ready and waiting for me. Fan club? |
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Post by Ronv69 on Feb 23, 2021 19:25:59 GMT -5
I've been getting mine from Matt's Bullets in Arkansas with good luck. I just had a make sure he was still in business since I haven't bought any in years. I have about a thousand ready and waiting for me. Fan club? What do you mean? I am always interested in a place to buy good cast bullets and I just mentioned someone who has given me good service. I used to buy bullets from Marshall, but he was a PITA to deal with. |
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Post by urbino on Feb 23, 2021 19:51:52 GMT -5
Just arrived -- and I mean just: my IPSD order from SP!
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