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Lane Black Raspberry is a dirty secret in my cellar. Let me know if you are curious? I have a puond to jar up, and am sure to keep some out.

So I have enjoyed half a dozen bowls. It tastes like what I expect when Balkan comes to mind. It has the smokey smell. A sweet smokey smell that even my wife said smelled slightly of mild Bar-B-Que. The smoke to me is very balanced. Sweet, smokey, and the zing of oriental spice. Not once did...

Thursday I stopped into my local B&M. This would be in Fort Wayne. Just as I am walking into the store the clerk is setting out 3 tins of Balkan Sobranie. I believe this may have been the first time in my life, since wanting to try this blend, that I have had the chance to purchase it. I picked...

According to my friend Chuck they are Indian disk pipes. I am no athority and have taken his word on the matter.

Breaking in a new one. Cold days call for the capote.

Now this is a topic dear to my heart. These were both made by a close friend. He has hinted they may be for sale some day. I think he is just waiting for a rainy day to decide.

I was borne 140 years to early, to the day. I swear I was.

Thank you all!  Because of you guys I have a hobby I truly enjoy. Your knowledge and insight has been key to this. I remember the days of believing the bite and burn from hot rodding my pipe was something my tongue would tuffin up too.  After reading, and then understanding what I was reading, I...

It is not a pitch black. More of a dark gray with black lines.

Having recently received my first morta pipe I have a question. Does a pipe made of morta, in general, smoke wetter than a pipe made of briar? I only own one morta pipe and it is one wet, gurgling smoker. I smoke in my garage which is at around 50 degrees with the heat on. My favorite briar...

Welcome Mike. The thought of sitting down with you for a conversation intrigues me. As one who prefers to print in caps I also have never understood the hatred people have for using them in type. It is simply easier to me. God willing you will not be chased off for being a simple gentlemen. Cheers.

Thats a beauty.

Pipe was received today by the maker. New pipe is supposed to be ready by the end of the week! So far so good.

I could not help to think the above pic is making Cartaphilus's mouth water.

For anyone wondering the pipe went back on Friday for evaluation.

The best bang for my buck has been PS Luxury Navy Flake. It has never been a let down. My mouth is watering just thinking about it.

What is the reason for using distilled water in humidification jars? I know all tap water is not created equal, but mine is very good here at home.

I think mine is a Ben Wade leather tri-fold. Pipe will be found in a shirt pocket.

I thought of posting a sexy B-day wish for ya, but I'm lazy. I hear its the thought that counts. Happy birthday!

Nice!