The difference? Prestige
Does it smoke better? No. Nothing smokes better than a $10.00 Missouri Meerschaum.
Should you buy it anyway? Absolutely.....

Quote Originally Posted by NWSmoke View Post
OK I'll go. Seriously, what's the difference between a $25 Grabow or Brog and a $100 savinelli? I'm referring to smokemanship not so much craftsmanship (although at some point those two must cross paths). I have 4 inexpensive pipes (2 baskets, a MM, & a Mr Brog) and every time I think of getting something in the 100+ range I get scared and back out. Is it really worth it?