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    how many tins opened at one time

    Just started with pipes a couple of months ago, and wondering how many tins one should have opened at any given time? I have my bulk stored in jars but got to thinking I may be opening to many tins when I get a new TAD. Right now I have 5 opened and was wondering if I should finish a couple...
  2. M

    good order or not?

    Getting ready to have gall bladder removed and was getting ready to order some tobacco to have while I recupe. Is these selections good or bad: Escudo, Chelsea Morning these two I'm restocking as I like them. Orlik Golden Slices, McConnell Scottish Cake and Presbytarian, haven't tried these...
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    Father's Day Gifts

    God bless my two kids as they gave me a Stanwell and a local blend of english from my local tobacconist. Received early since my son is going out of town. Smoked really well.
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    proper way to fill pipe with Escudo

    Just open a tin of Escudo and had my first bowl, enjoyed it. Question I have is what is the best way to fill pipe? Roll flakes and load bowl or crumble, this my first experience with this cut. I just rolled flake and filled bowl, is this the correct method?
  5. M

    stanwell or kaywoodie

    Trying to decide which to purchase for my first premium pipe. I like the Stanwell "Colonial" models. Also like a couple of the Kaywoodie models. Any thoughts on which would make a good first buy, or does one seem to smoke better than the other.
  6. M

    flakes better in certain pipe styles

    Having never smoked flakes before and just purchased some Escudo, I was wondering if they smoke better or easier in certain bowl styles?
  7. M

    anything better

    Is there anything better than a breakfast of Bacon, Eggs, Toast with some kind of homemade preserves or jams followed by a bowl full of your favorite tobacco and a cup of coffee or two to start the day?
  8. M

    recommended tobaccos

    I am trying to get my tobacco supply built up. What would be a good top five to have in my cabinet.
  9. M

    prince albert

    I have a 7 year old can of Prince Albert that my father-in-law purchased before his death, never been opened. Am I wasting my time smoking it?
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