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The tin that you see in the picture is just regular old Frog Morton. I haven't yet tried FM On the Bayou. I'm a big fan of the standard Frog Morton, though. It grew on me. At first I didn't like the stickiness of it (strange to me for a latakia blend). It seemed like there was definitely some...

My condolences, Brian. I can only imagine. You are lucky to have those pens, though. May they always bring a pleasant thought to mind.

Welcome, Jason! From a fellow Wisconsin newbie who recently completed the dissertation gauntlet himself.

Welcome! I'm new myself. I'll think you'll find the brotherhood very welcoming and informative. I sure do.

Just wanted to add my new Polinski squashed bent dublin to the mix. 

Thought I'd post some pictures of my new Polinski, although pics just aren't going to do it justice. First of all, the size of this pipe is something to behold. Hawker stated the same thing about his latest Polinski. I posted a pic of it next to my Peterson 80s. It could literally fit 2 or 3 of...

Balkan Supreme is my go-to tobacco. In my humble opinion, there is no better English for the money. I recently ordered some luxury bullseye flake, as well. Virginias are not normally my thing, but I was mildly surprised by its taste and smokability.

True, very true. Clear logic always prevails :idea:

Looks like I'm bringing an old thread back to life here, but I had to chime in. I just purchased my first tin of Nightcap. I largely smoke English blends. Peter Stokkebye's Balkan Supreme is my go to, but Frog Morton and Uhle's blend 114 are in my regular rotation as well. With that being said...

Oh wow. Great idea! That shape has been going around the $150 range -- as I'm sure you know. Beautiful pipe, Hawker. Enjoy it in health.

That's a beauty, Hawk. I was watching that one myself. Just love the proportions of these Polinskis.

I wholeheartedly agree, Dutch. The attention to detail is fantastic! When holding the pipe up the the light, not even a sliver of light shows through between the stem and briar. This is one of the tests I like to do when evaluating a pipe. The union is perfect and tight. First rate. It'll take...

Well, this thread really peaked my interest for a Moretti. I found this one last week and had to pick it up. She smokes incredibly cool and passes a pipe cleaner easily, something none of my other full bents do without considerable work. Rustication is beautiful and hangs in the mouth just...

Very nice pipe, Hawker. I'm noticing that the price is climbing up each week on these guys. Just saw a similar one go for $180+. Looks like the cat's out of the bag :(

First nice day of the year today in Milwaukee (high 70's). Enjoyed a rather large bowl of PS Balkan Supreme on the patio of one of my favorite bars with a couple of great craft beers and friends. Warm breeze was blowing in from the west -- no cold lake breeze. It's amazing how the weather can...

Ah, those days are gone. What a difference a couple of years make. I have been trying to get my hands on a David Jones for a while now and they are going for $150+ on ebay. Here's one with five days to go and its already at $147.50! (can't post the link cuz I'm a newbie, but search for him on...

Thanks again, everyone! Looks like there are a couple of fellow Wisconsinites here.

Polinski's are becoming my new favorite pipes. My first was the bent poker, which I am smoking in my avatar. I posted a picture of it below. I bid on another this week and am keeping my fingers crossed. They are hefty, solid pipes crafted with great attention to detail. Mine smokes cool and dry...

Thanks for the warm welcome everyone. Natch, I definitely intend to load up on Uhle's before I go. I am actually heading there tonight. It's less than a mile from my home. If any of you ever visit Milwaukee, make sure you visit Uhle's. It's a pipe smokers dream. Growley, yes I am an assistant...