I've had a couple of opportunities to smoke a pipe, once recently, and I am now absolutely in love with the idea of obtaining one for my own. I know there are some Geeks here that are also pipe smokers, and I've seen some posts and trades to this effect drifting around occasionally.

I've overspent myself a bit lately, and am currently on a bit of a freeze, but I thought I'd check to see if there are any Geeks hereabouts that have an extra pipe lying around that would be a solid starter unit, Better yet, perhaps a pipe and necessary accessories, that they might be willing to trade for some cigars.

I'm happy to negotiate a very fair exchange for you!  

I'm your huckleberry. Give me some time and I'll set ya up

Man that was fast Kent, nice time reaction.

Have no mercy for Daniel, he's a force to be reckoned with, and a sneaky one at that    

Double on the huckleberry!  There's a cob with your name on it in the LMAO pass, Dan.  I've also got 20 or so estate Shalom factory briars that I've reworked/refinished.  I'll be more than happy to send you one or two, and a sampler of pipe tobaccos.  Let me do that, and then you can send me what you think they are worth in cigars.

Quotegitfiddl - 2/11/2016  7:03 PM

Double on the huckleberry!  There's a cob with your name on it in the LMAO pass, Dan.  I've also got 20 or so estate Shalom factory briars that I've reworked/refinished.  I'll be more than happy to send you one or two, and a sampler of pipe tobaccos.  Let me do that, and then you can send me what you think they are worth in cigars.

Looks like Dave beat me to the punch by already having a cob on the way in the LMAO Pass. Maybe I can hook you up on some baccy when we exchange the pass

Way to help a brotha out guys.

Wow you guys are awesome! I make a post, leave for a couple hours, and have a couple of offers and messages when I get back!

I'd be interested in picking out the corn cob and giving it a whirl, and would also like a longer-lasting, nicer pipe (I understand corn cobs aren't too sturdy and don't have a long life span) as well. I anticipate diving in the deep end with this.

Sounds like Dave is going to set me up right proper, but I'm still interested in swapping for some tobacco for sure!

Thanks a ton to Dave and Kent!

QuoteMojo66 - 2/11/2016  7:00 PM

Have no mercy for Daniel, he's a force to be reckoned with, and a sneaky one at that    

I was going to ask if you were speaking from experience, or just clairvoyant. I guess I know now.

Quotemillarddj - 2/11/2016  10:51 PM

Wow you guys are awesome! I make a post, leave for a couple hours, and have a couple of offers and messages when I get back!

I'd be interested in picking out the corn cob and giving it a whirl, and would also like a longer-lasting, nicer pipe (I understand corn cobs aren't too sturdy and don't have a long life span) as well. I anticipate diving in the deep end with this.
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The statement on corn cob pipes is untrue when speaking of Missouri Meerschaum Cobs, I have several that I have been smoking regularly for 5+ years with no signs of failure. Treat em right and they will last a long time. MM Cobs are my favorite pipes hands down

Quote05Venturer - 2/12/2016  7:07 AM
The statement on corn cob pipes is untrue when speaking of Missouri Meerschaum Cobs, I have several that I have been smoking regularly for 5+ years with no signs of failure. Treat em right and they will last a long time. MM Cobs are my favorite pipes hands down

I think they smoke as well as any briar and God knows you can't beat the price.  As for longevity, I picked this one up in an "estate lot".  It's either a Missouri Meerschaum or a Herschl & Bendheim.  Either way, it's at least 25 years old.

Where does one go about getting a good deal on a Missouri Meerschaum Cob pipe? I have an old cheap Dr. Grabow pipe that I picked up somewhere along the way but am looking for something a little more. I have been thinking about wanting to try out a meerschaum pipe. I've heard that they are a lot better pipes. Y'alls thoughts?

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QuoteMcBryde - 2/12/2016  10:38 AM

Where does one go about getting a good deal on a Missouri Meerschaum Cob pipe? I have an old cheap Dr. Grabow pipe that I picked up somewhere along the way but am looking for something a little more. I have been thinking about wanting to try out a meerschaum pipe. I've heard that they are a lot better pipes. Y'alls thoughts?

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I do a lot of business with these guys>>>  http://www.pipesandcigars.com/pipes/corn-cob-pipes/

They were actually bought by CI a few years back

QuoteMcBryde - 2/12/2016  12:38 PM

Where does one go about getting a good deal on a Missouri Meerschaum Cob pipe? I have an old cheap Dr. Grabow pipe that I picked up somewhere along the way but am looking for something a little more. I have been thinking about wanting to try out a meerschaum pipe. I've heard that they are a lot better pipes. Y'alls thoughts?

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If you're interested in corn cob pipes and you don't mind a ding here or there, you can't beat this deal:  http://corncobpipe.com/10-pipe-grab-bag-of-smokable-seconds.html

Quotegitfiddl - 2/13/2016  5:06 PM

QuoteMcBryde - 2/12/2016  12:38 PM

Where does one go about getting a good deal on a Missouri Meerschaum Cob pipe? I have an old cheap Dr. Grabow pipe that I picked up somewhere along the way but am looking for something a little more. I have been thinking about wanting to try out a meerschaum pipe. I've heard that they are a lot better pipes. Y'alls thoughts?

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If you're interested in corn cob pipes and you don't mind a ding here or there, you can't beat this deal:  http://corncobpipe.com/10-pipe-grab-bag-of-smokable-seconds.html

I've gotten a couple of these grab bags, fantastic deal for sure

And just as a matter of clarification for the uninitiated, there is a BIG difference between a "Missouri Meerschaum" and a true meerschaum pipe.  The former are made out of corncobs and/or American hardwoods and are durable as hell, where the latter are made from a white clay-like material and can be quite fragile.

Yeah, the latter is supposed to smoke a lot cooler from what I remember correct?

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Funny story, I had found some deer antler along the way somewhere, and had a pile of corncobs laying around, as we grow corn on the farm here. I fenaggled a corn cob pipe of my own out of the pieces and it smoked pretty dang good. You definitely didn't want the deer antler heating up on you though, as it smells pretty bad when it does!

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Anything of interest?

http://www.iwanries.com/Estate-Pipes-C517.cfm

If your looking for something a bit "fancier" than a cob, Mr brog makes some fine pipes also at a reasonable price.
 
http://mrbrog.com/

Quote05Venturer - 2/14/2016  11:28 AM

If your looking for something a bit "fancier" than a cob, Mr brog makes some fine pipes also at a reasonable price.
 
http://mrbrog.com/

I have a couple Mr. Brog pipes. Absolutely love my Lumberjack. It's as big as a beer can, and smokes flawlessly. Always get a perfect 2 + hour smoke out of it with maybe 1 relight if I let it sit too long, or have to put it down for anything.

It's great taking it to the local pipe shop as it gets quite a bit of attention.

Speaking of the local pipe shop, mine has a blend called Bob's Wacky Baccy, and it is great. I'll grab some for ya Kent, and maybe some of you other folks might get a little as well :D

QuoteSpeaking of the local pipe shop, mine has a blend called Bob's Wacky Baccy, and it is great. I'll grab some for ya Kent, and maybe some of you other folks might get a little as well :D

Is it an aromatic Jeff?

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My wife bought me my pipe at a shop in Austin but here is a link to the importer. They have a good selection of meerschaum, briar, and cobs at pretty affordable prices.

http://www.paykocimports.com/tobacco-pipes/

QuoteCamshaft83 - 2/15/2016  12:02 AM

My wife bought me my pipe at a shop in Austin but here is a link to the importer. They have a good selection of meerschaum, briar, and cobs at pretty affordable prices.

http://www.paykocimports.com/tobacco-pipes/

I'm thinking my wife wouldn't like it if I got this pipe:

http://www.paykocimports.com/large-adult-burlesque-meerschaum-pipe-by-paykoc-_062319/

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QuoteCamshaft83 - 2/15/2016  12:02 AM

My wife bought me my pipe at a shop in Austin but here is a link to the importer. They have a good selection of meerschaum, briar, and cobs at pretty affordable prices.

http://www.paykocimports.com/tobacco-pipes/

That place has some really good deals on starter meerschaum pipes. Thanks for the link!

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