I inherited a collection!

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10-20-2018, 01:04 PM
restomod

I inherited a collection!

So I am super excited! I remember this collection at my grandparents house when I was a kid. My aunt took it and I thought she would keep it forever but she just sent it to me.

I need help, never smoked a pipe before. Have no idea where to start? I also don't know if any of these are even any good anymore? Maybe they need some sort of cleaning or are they to old or not good for smoking.

Also are they worth anything or does anyone recognize them? A lot of them were made in Italy, some are not in perfect shape. If one jumps out at you I can maybe read what kind it is on the pipe.

I will have to figure out the closest shop and pick up some tobacco. Will ne hard doing this without someone to show me I think.

https://i.imgur.com/9JZEtY4.jpg
10-20-2018, 01:13 PM
Hardheaded

Thats a nice assortment. They could all use a clean most likely but its not too hard. Plenty of resources for that online.

Pipe shops are not so common out our way. Rochester has Dewey Ave smoke shop as your best bet. Quite a few bulk options and some tins last time I was there. Nice Ash has very little and it tends to be higher priced.

Not sure about Syracuse. They might have something.

The best overall is Smokers Haven just south of Buffalo. A bit of a drive but they blend tobacco in house and the owner is also a pipe carver. The shop is small but packed with hundreds of pipes and accessories.
10-20-2018, 02:26 PM
Brimy

@restomod
SWEET!
I'm a new piper myself, but my dad used to smoke them and from the looks of them, they don't appear to be in bad condition cosmetically.
Good luck on re-conditioning them. And you can/will probably get some very sage advise from the real pipers here.
10-20-2018, 05:43 PM
Emperor Zurg

Well, obviously the first thing you need to do is change your screen name to Restopipe

Then we need to make a shout out to @Branzig for pointers on restoring pipes. He's well versed in the subject.

Nice score btw
10-20-2018, 05:55 PM
restomod

Thanks guys, looking at most of them they are well used and some are probably not functional. Most when I lookup are probably just run of the mill 60-70's maybe 50's.

There is one Dr.plum that I like a lot but i can't get it apart and I don't want to break it.

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Originally Posted by Emperor Zurg

Well, obviously the first thing you need to do is change your screen name to Restopipe

Then we need to make a shout out to @Branzig for pointers on restoring pipes. He's well versed in the subject.

Nice score btw

Lol I sold my car so maybe a new screename would work.
10-20-2018, 08:32 PM
Haebar

A good starting point would be to buy a bunch of pipe cleaners, bristle and regular. Get some spirits: Everclear or Golden Grain alcohol from your local liquor store. But if you already have some vodka, rum, or whiskey, you can use that too. Dip the very end of the bristle cleaner in the alcohol and run it through (back and forth to scrub) the stem and shank, being careful to not let the alcohol get on the finish of the pipe. This will loosen up any tars that may be in there. Follow up with a plain pipe cleaner to soak up the tar/alcohol gunk. Repeat until the regular pipe cleaner comes out clean or close to it.

You may want to ream the bowls if they have built up carbon much thicker than a dime. Don't use a pocket knife or you may damage the inside of the bowl. Some people can do it, but it's much safer to use a pipe reamer. I like these reamers:
https://www.pipesandcigars.com/p/dec...5127/#p-203521
10-20-2018, 09:28 PM
SoCal gunner

WOW! No idea what I'm looking at but that would push me into pipes for sure.

Got a lounge around you with some regular pipe smokers? I'd head over and ask for tips.
10-20-2018, 10:53 PM
WNYTONY

That's awesome Kevin. I'm sure your grandfather would be very happy knowing you're going to treat them right !
10-21-2018, 10:32 AM
BryGuySC

Congrats on those pipes!
Looks like a solid, smokable collection.
Get 'em cleaned up, and start puffing!
10-21-2018, 11:01 AM
restomod

@Hardheaded will have to check the place out in buffalo if I can. There is a smokers choice in Auburn might try there as other than that its an hour drive either direction to find some tobacco.

@BryGuySC recommendations on a few starter tobaccos to try? I assume like cigars there is junk to stay away from and then high end stuff? I wouldnt mimd being right in the middle.

Also a few them when I take them apart have a metal piece inside kind of like a flow tube restrictor? Some dont, what is the difference?

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WOW! No idea what I'm looking at but that would push me into pipes for sure.

Got a lounge around you with some regular pipe smokers? I'd head over and ask for tips.

No lounges that I know of, pretty much in the middle of nowhere.
10-21-2018, 01:04 PM
Hardheaded

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Originally Posted by restomod

@Hardheaded will have to check the place out in buffalo if I can. There is a smokers choice in Auburn might try there as other than that its an hour drive either direction to find some tobacco.

If it is anything like the ones out towards me they will have an assortment of pipe cleaners, a few cheap pipes and the standard otc pipe blends such as Prince Albert, Captain Black, etc. It's the same assortment of tobacco you can sometimes find at Walmart or bigger gas stations.

Check the reservation smoke shops down that way too. I think they had a similar bunch of those brands the last time we went to one. It will save you on taxes at least.
10-21-2018, 08:30 PM
Bruck

Nice haul!

I like the yellow and blue ones - we just beat State, hail to the victors!

Sorry for the topic diversion, carry on y'all :)
10-21-2018, 08:43 PM
Nature

That’s a great score, Kevin! If nothing else, from the nostalgia.

Here is a good resource to help sort out what you might have:
English index - Pipes : Logos & Markings

Even many of the everyday pipes from the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s can be good smokers! Don’t know until you try.
10-24-2018, 09:04 AM
BryGuySC

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Originally Posted by restomod

@Hardheaded will have to check the place out in buffalo if I can. There is a smokers choice in Auburn might try there as other than that its an hour drive either direction to find some tobacco.

@BryGuySC recommendations on a few starter tobaccos to try? I assume like cigars there is junk to stay away from and then high end stuff? I wouldnt mimd being right in the middle.

ARGH! I had a whole response typed out on my phone, and it disappeared!

So, here we go again.

A solid start would be to try multiple bulk options that cover the basics of tobacco styles. It's not the only way to start, and not even the best way for every person; but it may be for you.

Virginias:
Samuel Gawith Full Virginia Flake
Samuel Gawith Best Brown Flake
Sutliff 507 Virginia Slices
Orlik Golden Slice (In a tin, but cheap)
Peter Stokkebye Luxury Navy Flake (has a hint of perique, but it falls in my virginia category)
Mac Baren Virgninia #1

Virginia/Perique:
Samuel Gawith St. James Flake
Hearth & Home Anniversary Flake
Hearth & Home AJ's Vaper
Hearth & Home Louisiana Red
Hearth & Home Virginia Spice
Peter Stokkebye Luxury Bullseye Flake

Burley: (I'm not a burley expert)
Prince Albert
Carter Hall
Mac Baren London Burley
Cornell & Diehl Haunted Bookshop

Aromatics:
Cornell and Diehl Autumn Evening
Peter Stokkebye Luxury Twist Flake
Lane 1Q
Lane BCA
Peter Stokkebye Cherry

English:
Peter Stokkebye Proper English
Sutliff Nightcap Match
(F&K) Lancer's Slices

Other?:
Sutliff Voodoo Queen
Mac Baren: HH Old Dark Fired Ready Rubbed

Of course, I didn't do that! I researched a bunch of forum discussions about favorite/best blends, and started collecting.

See if there is a local pipe club. They are friendly guys, and will typically share when they find out you are new.
10-24-2018, 09:57 AM
restomod

Thanks Bryan! I appreciate the time it must have taken to type that out! Closest pipe clubs look to be in Buffalo and they are on week nights. Will be tough to get there since its probably about a hour and a half drive. I am hoping to get to the closest smokers choice that may have at least some basic stuff to get started.
10-24-2018, 03:48 PM
Hardheaded

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Originally Posted by restomod

Thanks Bryan! I appreciate the time it must have taken to type that out! Closest pipe clubs look to be in Buffalo and they are on week nights. Will be tough to get there since its probably about a hour and a half drive. I am hoping to get to the closest smokers choice that may have at least some basic stuff to get started.

Don't worry about it. I'm pretty sure I can hit something from every one of Bryans suggested groups. At least enough to set you in the right direction.
10-24-2018, 04:56 PM
restomod

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Originally Posted by Hardheaded

Don't worry about it. I'm pretty sure I can hit something from every one of Bryans suggested groups. At least enough to set you in the right direction.

Oh no here we go, you def should not hit even anything on the list let alone one of every group.
10-24-2018, 05:31 PM
Hardheaded

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Originally Posted by restomod

Oh no here we go, you def should not hit even anything on the list let alone one of every group.

I'm just saving someone a little money. Thats all. Consider it a one sided newbie sampler trade.
10-24-2018, 10:09 PM
WNYTONY

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Originally Posted by Hardheaded

I'm just saving someone a little money. Thats all. Consider it a one sided newbie sampler trade.

Love it :thumb:

It's about time you came out of retirement ! :poke:
10-25-2018, 01:42 PM
restomod

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Originally Posted by WNYTONY

Love it :thumb:

It's about time you came out of retirement ! :poke:

Hey, I don't think he needs any encouragement from you
10-25-2018, 11:56 PM
WNYTONY

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Originally Posted by restomod

Hey, I don't think he needs any encouragement from you

Well I do believe I have some pipe baccy around here now that I think about it........
10-26-2018, 08:39 AM
restomod

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Originally Posted by WNYTONY

Well I do believe I have some pipe baccy around here now that I think about it........

Why does that not surprise me
10-26-2018, 11:08 PM
WNYTONY

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Originally Posted by restomod

Why does that not surprise me

LOL - no worries. No way I have anything on the list that @BryGuySC provided.
But I do have a few blends from the Tinder Box a rookie might like now that I think about it.
10-28-2018, 03:52 PM
BryGuySC

Light him up, fellas!
Kevin, if anything happens to show up at your doorstep, let us know what you got.
The rest of us might even be able to fill in the gaps.
10-28-2018, 04:08 PM
restomod

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Originally Posted by BryGuySC

Light him up, fellas!
Kevin, if anything happens to show up at your doorstep, let us know what you got.
The rest of us might even be able to fill in the gaps.

Kevin no longer lives at this address, matter of fact i dont even know a Kevin to be honest.
10-30-2018, 07:49 AM
Hardheaded

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Originally Posted by restomod

Kevin no longer lives at this address, matter of fact i dont even know a Kevin to be honest.

Current resident is gonna be in for a surprise then. It goes out today after a brief delay over the weekend.
11-01-2018, 12:29 PM
restomod

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Originally Posted by Hardheaded

Current resident is gonna be in for a surprise then. It goes out today after a brief delay over the weekend.

Thanks to Dustin! I have now have some really really good looking great smelling tobacco! I can not wait to try these!

https://i.imgur.com/acR0pGy.jpg
11-01-2018, 02:10 PM
Hardheaded

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Originally Posted by restomod

Thanks to Dustin! I have now have some really really good looking great smelling tobacco! I can not wait to try these!

https://i.imgur.com/acR0pGy.jpg

There should have been 7, or did I miss one?

Should be PS LNF, LTF, LBF, Nightcap, HH Old Dark Fired, PS Cube Cut, and some Lane 1-Q.
11-01-2018, 02:32 PM
restomod

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Originally Posted by Hardheaded

There should have been 7, or did I miss one?

Should be PS LNF, LTF, LBF, Nightcap, HH Old Dark Fired, PS Cube Cut, and some Lane 1-Q.

I just triple checked the package and there were only 6 that I see. It was sealed up good so I don't think one got out. Not seeing the first one (PS LNF)
11-01-2018, 02:43 PM
Hardheaded

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Originally Posted by restomod

I just triple checked the package and there were only 6 that I see. It was sealed up good so I don't think one got out. Not seeing the first one (PS LNF)

Wonder what I did with it then. Must of fell out while I packed it at the PO and just didnt notice.

Well, enjoy what made it. I really enjoy the Old Dark Fired. The Nightcap is discontinued but it was the only English I had open. A good example to start with and plenty of other options out there.
11-01-2018, 03:05 PM
restomod

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Originally Posted by Hardheaded

Wonder what I did with it then. Must of fell out while I packed it at the PO and just didnt notice.

Well, enjoy what made it. I really enjoy the Old Dark Fired. The Nightcap is discontinued but it was the only English I had open. A good example to start with and plenty of other options out there.

I appreciate every oz! If it would ever quit raining I would be smoking a bit faster. We need to get together in the Spring and have a few pipes!
11-01-2018, 06:45 PM
Hardheaded

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Originally Posted by restomod

I appreciate every oz! If it would ever quit raining I would be smoking a bit faster. We need to get together in the Spring and have a few pipes!

Your inbox is full.
11-01-2018, 07:01 PM
restomod

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Originally Posted by Hardheaded

Your inbox is full.

Fixed I think
11-01-2018, 09:33 PM
WNYTONY

Atta boy @Hardheaded - nice to see you still know how it's done brother !
11-02-2018, 08:21 AM
Hardheaded

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Originally Posted by WNYTONY

Atta boy @Hardheaded - nice to see you still know how it's done brother !

I don't know. Feels like I'm still kinda rusty. Maybe I need some more practice.
11-02-2018, 08:44 AM
WNYTONY

[QUOTE=Hardheaded;187036]I don't know. Feels like I'm still kinda rusty. Maybe I need some more practice.[/QUOTE @restomod likes cigars too !