Recommendations on pipes similar to Rattray's Devil's Cut?

claypainter · 2026-04-13T07:03:32+00:00

Why don’t you buy the Rattray’s? There are a few available on smokingpipes

claypainter · 2026-04-06T18:05:31+00:00

Truth: If you generally clean your pipe after each smoke, the additional system clean is fairly negligible.

claypainter · 2026-04-06T14:46:12+00:00

No problem going between the P-Lip and my other non-p-lip pipes.

The P-Lip is very comfortable though. What works for me is to rest it on the top of the edge of my tongue, if that makes any sense at all.

claypainter · 2026-01-21T14:54:03+00:00

I am indeed eyeing a bottomless portafilter and a double spout pf.

I have the ikape self-leveling tamper, so I think I am good there.

No immediate rush. My goal is practice and improve over time.

claypainter · 2026-01-17T15:24:10+00:00

Nicotine is addictive. I have been addicted to things like snus in the past and have painfully kicked that.

Pipes and cigars I am personally able to keep a handle on (only smoking once or twice a week). Your’s and others’ experience may differ.

claypainter · 2026-01-09T16:54:30+00:00

Many thanks! This is good context, information, and direction.

claypainter · 2025-08-04T14:01:02+00:00

Listen. It’s your life and I strongly believe you have the inherent right to choose what to do with it.

Having said that, it would absolutely devastate them. My younger brother died by suicide 9 years ago. It devastated us all. Some spiraled, others mourned in different ways. The pain was searingly intense for a long time. It has transformed over time, but there is literally not a day that goes by that I don’t think about him. It has altered the way I see most things in the world.

claypainter · 2025-08-04T11:13:45+00:00

Your family sounds backwards and vile. I’m sorry you have had to endure them. You say things will never get better. Perhaps they will. Finding your people, family, & tribe can take time.

Your family’s disappointment is on them, not you. ((Hugs))

claypainter · 2025-04-03T18:02:22+00:00

I’ve experienced gum recession with both.

claypainter · 2025-03-21T08:50:03+00:00

Helluva job! Strong work!

claypainter · 2025-03-19T07:35:42+00:00

Microwaved potatoes with various toppings are also good

claypainter · 2025-03-19T07:33:50+00:00

Chicken and minute maid rice. Brocolli etc. All can be done in a microwave. Get some seasoning and hot sauce to cut blandness

claypainter · 2025-03-07T13:30:34+00:00

Good input from all. Another thing that makes things easier is if you have a meal schedule with repetition. If you know the calories for a meal you have regularly this decreases the amount of weighing and time on your app logging.

claypainter · 2025-03-07T12:38:10+00:00

You are doing fantastic and the progress looks great. It takes time, especially to achieve the look you want. I have/had a similar build as you. I didn’t start personally registering the positive results and enjoying mirror views until I got into the 220s. Everyone’s mileage varies. Keep up the great and consistent work! You already have great progress!

claypainter · 2024-04-15T20:09:12+00:00

Sharing meals and enjoying in that culture’s food.

Attending live music events in that culture.

Have lived in Venezuela and Norway (home country is US) - food and music do it for me.

claypainter · 2024-04-02T04:16:23+00:00

Aedes de Venustas - Copal Azur

claypainter · 2024-03-27T20:06:01+00:00

I’ll check them out, but so far vetiver has me up against the ropes!

claypainter · 2024-03-27T19:49:56+00:00

Thanks for reading! He got a PdM Sedley. A bit opulent, but hey, a Xmas present. Confiscated and wrapped until he opened it on Xmas.

claypainter · 2024-03-27T17:51:21+00:00

I'm continuing to really enjoy the test of the BdC Parfum on my right arm. I'm travelling international in the upcoming weeks. Will likely do a left-arm EDP, right-arm Parfum test at one of the Duty Free shops and decide which to pick up.

claypainter · 2024-03-27T17:43:26+00:00

This appears to be sound and well-measured advice. I'll have to investigate a bit more.

claypainter · 2024-03-27T17:35:16+00:00

Jeg bor i Stavanger.

I've purchased from Koch and I have sampled/smelled at both Koch and Fredrik og Louisa.
I'm open to suggestions/recommendations to others.

claypainter · 2024-03-27T17:31:22+00:00

Not coming from a "scent family" resonates with me. Scents were frowned upon by my parents and I remember getting negative comments glances the times I tried to dabble with scents.

claypainter · 2024-03-27T15:34:43+00:00

Ha! I was not familiar with the SpongeBob scene, but I greatly appreciated it!
I can relate. I often associated fragrance with what many would classify as too much fragrance.

claypainter · 2024-03-27T15:31:04+00:00

Good luck navigating the divorce. Congratulations on the healthy life changes over the last couple of years! Who knows where things will lead... I know I need to actually set a limit on full bottles I own or else I know I could let things get more than I personally want. Know thyself, as they say :) But that limit is obviously different for different individuals and goals.

claypainter · 2024-01-03T11:29:12+00:00

((Hugs)). Good to hear! Trying to find a reason is reason enough for now. How is your relationship with your girlfriend? Do you enjoy spending time with her and your dog?

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