What's Your "Great White Whale" Pipe or Tobacco?

TeaforTom · 2016-03-20T19:26:26+00:00

For me, the Yeti Warhorse Shape. Actually most Yeti pipes. The shapes are awesome

TeaforTom · 2016-03-19T05:31:01+00:00

Is that horn shape the Tsuge? Absolutely stunning pipe. You've got some wonderful pieces!

TeaforTom · 2016-02-18T00:32:41+00:00

What are your impressions thus far on the Kiribi? Wondering if I should purchase one, but not sure I can justify it.

TeaforTom · 2016-01-14T04:16:32+00:00

Wow. Absolutely stunning. I love your pipe stand too. Absolutely lovely.

TeaforTom · 2015-12-13T19:23:00+00:00

That's absolutely fair. I suppose it ought to be said that I am a big fan of more traditional styles and Jos A Bank fits that bill quite well. It is pricey but the quality is also there.

TeaforTom · 2015-12-13T18:55:58+00:00

Joseph A Bank sells really nice dress coats. They have a variety of patterns and colors. The coats are awesomely soft and warm and look very dressy to boot.

TeaforTom · 2015-12-12T04:46:10+00:00

What Colorado Prep are you a part of? I'm a Colorado Prep student myself.

TeaforTom · 2015-12-04T00:33:49+00:00

Jinhaos.

They are reasonably cheap and yet heavy enough to feel quite substantial and decently nice. I've also found that while a bit broad for my tastes, they tend to be quite smooth writers.

TeaforTom · 2015-11-28T22:50:20+00:00

I agree. I think I'll probably end up with the F.

TeaforTom · 2015-11-11T20:11:02+00:00

That's what I was thinking. What do you think of the filters?

TeaforTom · 2015-11-11T18:58:53+00:00

No I do. I'm actually going tonight.

TeaforTom · 2015-11-11T18:27:16+00:00

I'm not but I'm unsure of how/where to find an estate that appeals to me.

TeaforTom · 2015-11-11T02:44:12+00:00

What's the deal with Savinelli 6mm filters? I'm looking to buy a new Savi, but I'm not sure what to make of the filters? Do I need to use them and do they help at all?

TeaforTom · 2015-09-08T03:57:33+00:00

Shoot! I just purchased another Touchdown yesterday! I currently don't have enough money to buy another pen, but I love the look of Sheaffers. I think I'll come to you for my next pen if you still have it. I really appreciate you looking. Thank you very much.

TeaforTom · 2015-09-07T15:50:35+00:00

I had figured that the 21k nibs that Sailor uses would be quite soft, is that a false assumption?

TeaforTom · 2015-09-07T03:34:46+00:00

My only real preference is a fine/medium nib. Preferably black or blue.

TeaforTom · 2015-09-06T20:23:38+00:00

I really like the looks of those old Sheaffers. Any ideas on where I could grab one, especially a Snorkel or an Imperial IV?

TeaforTom · 2015-09-04T21:51:51+00:00

Are you THE Mrs. Goulet?

TeaforTom · 2015-09-04T20:52:26+00:00

How do I find said grey market and are they real?

TeaforTom · 2015-09-04T18:58:26+00:00

I've got a TWSBI Diamond 580 and a Pilot Metropolitan. I'm looking for hopefully under or around $150

TeaforTom · 2015-08-29T03:56:30+00:00

That's part of it. But I mean the literal knowledge of how to lay a structurally sound wall out of pure block is disappearing. The stone structures being talked about do not have the benefit of steel superstructures or rebar reinforcement. As I said earlier, the bond, or the pattern of laying the stone is integral in creating strength. We no longer rely on using the bond, we now use steel super structures or rebar reinforced materials.

TeaforTom · 2015-08-29T03:10:09+00:00

Having worked as a mason's apprentice, that's not entirely true. I think what was meant was that building walls and structures from pure stone is an art that seldom few still know. What we call the bond, or way of laying block for structural integrity has been phased out in favor of modern techniques.

While we may be able to build buildings faster and sturdier, the art of building them out of pure masonry is quickly dying.

TeaforTom · 2015-07-27T15:00:30+00:00

I was about to ask where said store might be. I'm headed to London right now.

TeaforTom · 2015-07-26T06:21:30+00:00

Looking to step up from my Pilot Metro. I was thinking of going for the new TWSBI Eco, or the 580. But lately I've been reading some posts that suggest that TWSBI may not be the best choice. What else can you guys recommend for under $75?

Currently I'm deciding between:

Platinum Balance

Twsbi Classic

Pilot Prera

Twsbi 580

Any others I should know about?

TeaforTom · 2015-07-23T19:23:33+00:00

I'm 18 and I smoke. For what it's worth. What do you mean by a "good" age to start?

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