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Samuel Gawith: Squadron Leader 250g Pipe Tobacco
Product Number: 003-059-0048
Squadron Leader from Samuel Gawith is a classic, quintessential English blend named in honor of the Royal Air Force pilots who flew Gloster Gladiator biplanes in the early days of the second World War. Bright and Dark Virginias are blended with Latakia and Turkish tobaccos to offer a medium strength smoke that's well-suited to casual puffing or an all day smoke.
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Sold Out- Components: Virginia, Latakia, Orientals
- Family: English
- Cut: Ribbon
Customer Reviews (75 Total)
Bombs away!!!
December 05, 2017
By:
Denj777
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
On the contrary. This is not a Latakia Bomb. Although the Latakia is very present. It is very smooth. This is a all day smoke for sure. Very balanced and a great introduction for someone starting into English. A Beauty of a mix.
The BEST English blend
May 27, 2018
By:
alGuarrito
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 250g
kind of stuff, the moisture of the tobacco could be a risk..
But the price is great!! Even for here, Spain, were the S.G. tins are quite more cheaper than in the US.. Read Less
An all day smoke
July 02, 2016
By:
Haslizan A.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
ing with aromatic blends which i did enjoy for a few months. Decided these type of heavily cased, topped flavoured blends is definately not for me. Then comes virginia based blend/vaper. Well, too dull i suppose.. And i try to stay away from burley based blends as i was a ciggarette smoker before. English blends, virginia, orientals, latakia came next and i've tried them all from dunhill, mcclellands, rattrays, well, whatever thats available at the tobacconist in malaysia. Most are heavy on latakia of which tin notes reminds me of the stables. I was a bit reserved at first to try samuel gawith as i have the assumption that these are more for the experienced pipe smokers. Obvious, i was wrong. Well, newbies...you want the best english blend? This is it!! Read Less
250g Worth It.
February 28, 2017
By:
John B.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 250g
seen SL on the market for a while so I snagged this up, hoping for the best but ready with my humidor. Fortunately, the moisture content was absolutely perfect. Not quite as wet as a brand new vacuum sealed tin, but I don't like it THAT wet either. I usually let it air out for a few minutes, and that it is the moisture content here.
Thanks for another great smoke, SG. And thanks Smoking Pipes for bringing it to my doorstep!! Read Less
Wet and smooth
May 31, 2016
By:
Big John
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
A little wet out of the tin but once dried what a smooth flavorful smoke. I am stocking up on SQUADRON LEADER.
Why the Hoopla?
February 22, 2022
By:
Joel G.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
I'm smoking some of this after reading so many grandiose reviews and I can't figure out the reason why. It's a mild English, nothing more.
Don't waste your time chasing it. Any Peterson/Dunhill blend is a better choice.
Gloster Gold !
January 22, 2022
By:
Jugghead
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
Top shelf English 👌
Period
A british 'best in class'
July 06, 2016
By:
Carl F.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
lacement for the Red Rapparee I remember smoking 15 years ago.. And that famous gawith va sets the stage for a very mellow, sweet smoke. There are those who will be off put by the lightness of this blend, or the particular tang of the orientals, but I find it has wonderful, rich aroma through and through. I think, though I've really only known this blend less than a year, I will be quite sad if it ever goes.. Read Less
Tally Ho!
February 03, 2022
By:
Toby
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
Scramble to get this one! This is the gold standard of English blends in my opinion. Perfect from start to finish!!!
Best English!!
November 14, 2021
By:
Pmaynard19
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
This blend is perfect in every way. I just wish it wasn’t so hard to get. It burns smoothly and never bites. I love it.
Didn't know I would like this so much!
February 05, 2021
By:
Kurt F.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
entify and it keeps me wanting more! I am normally a perique freak but this has none and I don't miss it. Read Less
Just Glorius
February 04, 2021
By:
Matthew M.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
new SG blend I'm blown away. I disagree that this needs to be dried out. I prefer a little moisture and a softer pack, so I always try that first. Straight out of the50g tin into a restored Dr. G Starfire bent bulldog, and it burned right to ash with no relight. This is an all-day smoke for sure. Very approachable, and probably a perfect gateway for cigar/cigarette smokers who are interested in pipe. Read Less
Smoking Ace
June 29, 2019
By:
Patrick H.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
. This is the first Virginia blend I’ve liked. It was actually love at first puff. Read Less
Just what it says it is
July 13, 2018
By:
Shane w.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
1792 equipment at the same old factory. I can respect Samuel Gawith for maintaining this old school manufacturing process. Did I mention how cool the name and tin art for this blend are? Read Less
Sodden sop of a good tin o' baccy
October 28, 2013
By:
HurlyBurley
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
tin and impart a foulness to the remaining supply. I certainly recommend SL, but transfer it if you plan on taking your time with it. Read Less
Nice and smooth
November 30, 2022
By:
Ryan M.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
ginias are there too, but the orientals really stand out to me. Read Less
O brave new worlds!
April 30, 2022
By:
Louis C.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
of pipe smoking that encouraged me to engage and take a brave step into the tobacco world.That was the best decision I have ever made in my life.I have,since,regretted almost everything but not smoking a pipe. Read Less
Great smoke
December 01, 2021
By:
Joe F.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
As others have said. It’s a little wet but once it sets a bit it’s perfect.
My first english mixture
June 10, 2021
By:
Richarhaze
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
It is still one of my favorite English blends, it is a pity that now it has become too scarce, if you have the opportunity to get some cans, do not hesitate to do so
Something I imagine the late Prince Charles would have enjoyed.
May 27, 2021
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
fortitude! Love this blend and my only complaint... it isn’t more readily available in the USA Read Less
Nigel Puffed That Blend Before Each Takeoff, In Case ‘Twas His Last...
October 12, 2020
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
lieve in that descending order in terms of proportion). The Latakia never leaves you, through each puff or retrohale, and though it’s the leader of this squadron, its victory only comes via its teamwork with the incense-like Turkish/Orientals and the sweet Virginias bringing up the rear. At least to this piper, pulling slowly on this blend will transform the flavor into, for fleeting moments, a sort of silky milk chocolate. In all, this mixture is medium in strength and body, like the relatively short-lived (at least in the RAF during WWII combat) Gloster Gladiator itself. Delicious, and I am keen on getting my claws on a tin of Squadron Leader Special Edition—so I can try the original blend seasoned with some peppery perique. 4.5 stars. Read Less
Dogfighting Champion
July 24, 2020
By:
Brian C.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
ay. Fantastic stuff. Read Less
Esta bien
December 26, 2019
By:
Fezenteno
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
Esta bien, es loq ue siempre uno imagina con una buena fumada al estilo ingles, lo tiene todo y todo en su lugar, solo el no encontrarlo tan regular te decepciona, siempre quieres un poco mas en tu tazon
Very enjoyable
January 15, 2019
By:
Heat
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
This is one of my favorite blends. It is smooth and flavorful. Needs some drying time out of the tin.
Outstanding!
August 02, 2018
By:
Joe l.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
Great blend. Could smoke this stuff every day and not get bored. Will definitely buy more.
Perfect
May 04, 2018
By:
Subhanath C.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 250g
This is my go-to tobacco. It's mellow, no tongue bite, and not too strong. perfect for all day smoke
Nice and Mellow
February 21, 2016
By:
TonyR
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
The first time I tried this, my impression was 'Meh.' On the second try, I decided that I liked it. I now think it is a very nice, mellow smoke, for those times I feel like it. So, I now have it in my collection for just those times.
Smooth English
June 11, 2015
By:
Huggies5622
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
in a sense and makes an excellent breakfast, morning smoke with a good cup of coffee. You just have to try a tin you won't be disappointed I promise. 👍👍👊 Read Less
This might be the ONE
March 20, 2015
By:
slagman
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
inias and Latakia- I love its gentle sweetness. This is the one I sit on the front porch with to ponder life. Read Less
Fine English Blend
January 29, 2023
By:
Emery J.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
lent and the tin is pack tight. A great intorduction to English. I call this a Gentleman's tobacco with the refinements in flavors from strength to room note ot flavor. Great for all day smoking. Read Less
Magnífico tabaco, mala calidad de empaque.
January 25, 2023
By:
Víctor V.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
ar en frasco de cristal. Read Less
One of the smoothest yet flavorful blend
January 06, 2023
By:
Hwansik K.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
em before putting in a jar. Read Less
过于平庸。。。
December 31, 2022
By:
龙 黄.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
sg家是有很多宝藏的，可惜这一款不是。L草和O草的含量过低导致总体的调配显得寡淡和单调，并不是说它不好，相反就柔顺不咬舌这方面来说很不错。。。。。。但是对于这个价格来说是不合格的。喜欢清淡英式的人可能会喜欢，而那些追求L草占有更高比例的人来说。。。。。。请选择他家的共和国 巴尔干切片和海军切片吧
Good first impression
December 29, 2022
By:
Nick S.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
te light English. Read Less
Very Light English
December 12, 2022
By:
James Marc R.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
ly in this and so it's very complimenting of the VA and Orientals, which lead the way in a sweet/sour/wood/verdant way. It's a three star blend and so perhaps a smidgeon above average due to quality, but the price drops it a star. Nicotine is 2 out of 5. Read Less
awesome!
November 19, 2022
By:
JassonWB
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
ected. The taste is med-full with notes of smokey wood, slightly sweet, lemon grass, floral and bread. Latakia leads with Turkish and Virginias providing backup. Room note is a little offensive but has a pleasant after taste. Read Less
My Go To!
August 07, 2022
By:
Kendall B.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
ark crusted bread flavor. Read Less
Good, good English
April 20, 2022
By:
Patrick g.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
weather blend. Read Less
Bland
January 29, 2022
By:
William H.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
hwa so I smoked a lot of his of course. Anyway the subject of Squadron Leader and it's reputation must be based on earlier versions because this stuff is so mild it hardly has any taste whatsoever. Needs relights, smokes dry and cool but just a bland version of it's former self. Read Less
Nice, but overrated
April 01, 2021
By:
Joseph D.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
ell and I had no trouble keeping it lit. I just wasn't blown away by it. Read Less
Nice yet strong
March 15, 2021
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
This is basically my 2nd favorite English blend. It had a very nice Latakia presence and a surprisingly decent amount of nicotine. If this came in bulk it might take over as my favorite.
Very very nice
February 26, 2021
By:
Bwleso
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
, pleasantly mild, nice flavors, deliciously smooth with excellent retro hale! When finishing the 1st bowl my thoughts were “more! Read Less
All Day English
February 15, 2021
By:
Casey Codger
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
s like a ice tea. Nothing special, but sometimes you just want a glass of no BS iced tea. Satisfying. Read Less
Sad and boring
December 09, 2020
By:
John72
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
Too Soft for me.H e won't sleep in my cellar........
Quintessential MOTR
July 31, 2019
By:
Atomic pipe
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
To me this is the quintessential Middle of the road English tobacco. Not to strong but has enough flavor to go all day.
Solid
June 25, 2019
By:
VaPertater
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
ld enjoy this more often if it wasn't so hard to come by. I understand with the FDA regulations and Dunhill closing shop along with McClelland that some are worried others will follow suit...that doesn't mean you need enough tobacco stashed away for three lifetimes - stop being so greedy! If you get a chance pick up a tin or two of this and you won't be disappointed...just don't hog it all from the rest of us! Read Less
My Favorite!!
January 29, 2019
By:
Patrick W.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
I can smoke this all day long. First bought a tin, then went bulk!!
First Tobacco
November 27, 2018
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
This is my first tobacco and I smoked it in a Cob now broke in my first briar and now in the top 5 and will probably be there for a while.
My go to English
October 22, 2018
By:
Nezael
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
Simply put, my go to english mixture. It packs a nice amount of latakia, but in any way is that overwhelming nor predominant. Balanced and smooth. An all day smoke.
Just an alright, baseline English
June 27, 2018
By:
Gideon P.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
y equivalent (i.e Carter Hall/Prince Albert) for a no-nonsense English easy smoker. But nothing impressive Read Less
“The” pipe tobacco
May 17, 2018
By:
Ol’ Boot Hill
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 250g
In my opinion this is the quintessential pipe tobacco
Satisfying medium English
March 04, 2018
By:
Croze
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
I like how the Turks ride above the Latakia current with the undercurrent of the Virginies. Overall a satisfying middling English blend.
Still search for the replacement of my ancient middling fave: Sullivan's 00.
Solid English blend
February 17, 2018
By:
Happy Restorer
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
If you want a dependable, smoky and delicious English blend, then this is for you. I actually prefer this over dunhill 965 in terms of flavor. I would like to recommend this to smokers with a bit of experience.
Tasty English
January 09, 2018
By:
Markus
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
and always ends up biting the heck out of my tongue, which is unfortunate because I found it to be quite tasty. It is very moist from the tin, which is typical of many SG blends, I would recommend drying it for about an hour prior to smoking. Read Less
classic
December 25, 2017
By:
Constantine K.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 250g
burns consistently, cool, dry, perfect moisture out of the bag. quiet, smooth flavors, perfect for sipping and relaxation, only downside is price and availability.
Not a favourite
December 12, 2017
By:
pipetweed
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
to the nasal advertisement. I got a very distinct basic taste, not unlike soap, which spoiled much of the bowl. Now, I will admit that I am not an experienced smoker, nor am I an expert in all things English blends, nor do I claim to have an excellent nose and palate. I would happily try this again, perhaps after a decent period of aging. Sadly, my first impression was not too good.
In all other respects, though, it appeared to be a good, tasteful, but not robust English blend. Not a match for say, MM 965, or Blackpoint, or Old Dublin, but certainly a light-middle weight contender.
Cheers to all and good smoking! Read Less
Switching to English Blend
August 28, 2017
By:
Poet_Piper
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
mmend it for those interested in trying an English blend for the first time. Read Less
Gold Standard
October 25, 2016
By:
Joshua L.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
This is my gold standard for English blends.
Contents variable
September 21, 2016
By:
David F.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
product, but I've stopped buying SQ because I just don't know what I'm going to get in the tin. Read Less
Not the Original
September 02, 2016
By:
COTaz
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
They need to go back to their original blend with Perique. This one is lacking because they don't include this anymore.
Very nice
July 26, 2016
By:
nmandrus
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
give it a very light tamping down. I find it does have a bit of nicotine in it though. Read Less
The let-down squadron.
January 24, 2016
By:
Swiss-smoker
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
Latakia is there, but it is under-represented. The Turkish leaf adds some spiciness, which turns quite peppery, cigaretty and acrid in the second half of the bowl. Some guarded topping there, even if they claim there isn’t. This blend is really weak. No depth, no richness, no bouquet. At this point it is a big disappointment for me. I was expecting at least a little power and personality; I thought the name implies this. SQL might not even be an advisable entry to approach English blends. In my opinion this mixture is highly overrated and the occasional fuss about it is not justified. Credit, where credit is due. Not here, I’m afraid.
By the way: You may have heard that there also exists a green labelled Squadron Leader SPECIAL EDITION of 2000 tins only. According to the producer it is the same mixture like the regular SQL, with an addition of Perique. I have made the experiment myself, adding different amounts of pure Perique into the regular SQL. The best result is an upgraded SQL to 2 stars. Read Less
mmmmm
January 24, 2016
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
Es la primera vez que pruebo una mezcla inglesa, bueno, esta en particular a mi no me agrado tanto. Buscare alguna otra de este tipo a ver como me va...
Trying To Be Something It Isn't
November 08, 2014
By:
Thomas M.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
plex, not much flavour, inconsistent in the bowl, generally unsatisfying. I thought I might have received a bad tin somehow so I tried it again and found, again, it isn't for me. Read Less
As they say....classic
September 29, 2014
By:
jmrtsus
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
sistency and a mild but rich flavor without the Latakia taking front stage. Read Less
Classic!
April 02, 2014
By:
abate30
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
A well balanced blend with Turkish and Virginia leading the way and Latakia in the background. Comfort is indeed the right word for this stuff. Its a classic medium English with a permanent place in my rotation!
More mild than medium
November 23, 2013
By:
jeremy2680
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
When it comes to medium english tobaccos this one is over rated. its more of a generic mild english. There's a reason why they call it classic, its the standard for plain and basic old school medium english tobaccos.
CFAF
September 20, 2013
By:
Chris F.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
A really nice light english for my taste. Not heavy on the body with full-blown latakia, but has some good spice to it. Very nice and will be new addition to my "cellar."
Comfort in a tin
August 09, 2013
By:
Benjamin S.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
urs at any point. My only complaint is that I find it very difficult to keep lit. Read Less
A MUST in my cellar!!
August 02, 2013
By:
Fabcuesram
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
Great, mild and flavorful smoke! It has the best orientals i've tried so far, which are the starring tobaccos on this blend.
Cool, all-day smoker
January 07, 2013
By:
Daniel B.
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
I will be back for more. Read Less
Go-to English
November 29, 2012
By:
Katharsis
Product: Samuel Gawith Squadron Leader 50g
This is a great go-to, light to medium English blend. There's more Turkish up front than anything else.
