The one and only reason why I have passed up on the system pipes, is simply the fact that I don't like the way they look. I wish I had something more substantial for you, but other than looks I got nuthin'
Thank you all for the warm welcome. I cannot resist when I see a new pipe forum pop up. In this community, any new initiative needs to be investigated.
I see a few people I recognize from here and there. Good to be here.
Happy birthday. Some say a year wiser .. I say a year closer to retirement.
I'm less than half way there, but provided I get there, I will enjoy it in full.
I still have mine and it is smoked regularly (bright VAs only)
It's a Royal Danish (Stanwell second) Rondo. A straight billiard. No frills - just a good smoker.
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