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Thanks, I will give it a try.

I bought this pipe new a long time ago. I cannot find anything on Google specifically about this pipe. Can anyone shed light on it? It came in a rectangular presentation case which sits on end and has a transparent door in the front. There is a small plaque which reads as follows: Mastro De...

I roundly second and applaud your remarks.

I have a Stanwell Apache. I cannot remember where or when I acquired it but it is a good smoker. Is an Apache the low end of the Stanwell line? Is it still made? Thanks

What a great site--I can learn without embarassment. "It is better to be silent and thought a fool than to speak and be known one."

I get your point--thanks.

What blends do you think smoke best in a meerschaum? Thanks for your thoughts.

I would like to try some Walnut. Do you know where I could purchase a small quantity just in case it didn't suit me? I found some on line but it required the purchase of a "bucket" of it. Thanks

Thanks to you guys. I am going to reexamine them. Like you said about your wife--maybe if someone else thinks they are great I might get excited.

I have a couple of these pipes which I acquired several years ago. Somehow I could never get into them. Are there any ardent fans/owners of Blue Ribands out there? I think that lots of my other pipes put them to shame. Just curious.

Thanks everyone. The discussion was both educational and entertaining.

I really like Famous Grouse Blended Scotch. It is my everyday drink--on the rocks with a splash of club soda. I also like single malts from all of the different regions. One of my favorite single malts considering everything including price is Aberlour. Also, for those who enjoy good single...

I am soliciting thoughts about the best source of fire for a pipe--wooden matches, Bic type lighters, butane pipe lighters, Zippo type pipe lighters, best and most dependable brands of lighters, etc. Any advice/experiences appreciated.

Thanks to everyone for their input. I am going to give some of these suggested brands another try. :)

I am intrigued when I read about the different tobaccos revered and sometimes almost worshipped by members. I am afraid that I missed something along the way. I have tried Haddos, Rattrays, the Frogs and many others mentioned on this forum. It is with some temerity that I admit to this group...