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About Me:
Full time multi instrumentalist and vocalist, residing in Branson Missouri, since 2012! Texas born and raised šŸ˜Ž
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Cornell & Diehl - Carolina Red Flake 2oz
Love the Small Batches!
I try to catch these, the very hour they go on sale! This is Virginia at its finest!

Cornell & Diehl - Star of the East Flake 2oz
Good English!
I like the heavier Latakia content in this!

Cornell & Diehl - Sun Bear 2oz
Sweet goodness!
I got the 2020 batch.. sweet goodness in a tin!!

Cornell & Diehl - Sunset Harbor Flake 2oz
Hated it..
I don’t think I’ve ever left a 1 star review.. maybe I got a bad tin?? Either way, this tasted so terrible, I tossed it. This will probably make some enemies, lol.. but it truly was terrible

G. L. Pease - Spark Plug 2oz
Love it!
I really like Spark Plug.. Still getting the hang of prepping it for a proper smoke, but I don’t think anything could make it bad!

Ashton - Artisan's Blend 50g
Complex!
I love this blend! But I’m also not afraid to admit that it’s a bit complex.. I truly believe there’s more to be discovered in this blend

Cornell & Diehl - Da Vinci 2oz
4 stars
It’s definitely Latakia heavy, and definitely good if you’re in the mood for a Lat bomb.. but I do prefer Pirate Kake over this. However, either should satisfy anyone in the mood for some heavy smoky goodness!

Cornell & Diehl - Pirate Kake 2oz
LAT-BOMB!!
When I’m in the mood for a massive Lat hit, I reach for this one! It’s one of the best

Cult - Conspiracy 50g
Delicious!!
As said by another reviewer, this is a fantastic crossover blend. It’s english, it’s aro, and vice versa šŸ‘šŸ¼

Filters & Adaptors - Savinelli 6mm Balsa Filters (100 Count)
GREAT!!
The price is outstanding for this box of filters, and they work perfect!

G. L. Pease - Westminster 2oz
It’s a good one!
Honestly, I pass over this one more often than I should.. and then after having a bowl of it, I realize how great it is. The Latakia is just right in this blend

Peterson - Nightcap 50g
Incredible!
I absolutely do love smoking this late at night, when it’s a bit cool out. Never had this under the Dunhill name.. but as of now? It’s in my top 10 I’ve ever tried

Peterson - Standard Mixture 50g
4 Stars
I’m definitely not the first to think or say this.. but this is a great introduction into English blends!

Presbyterian - Presbyterian 50g
Great Blend!
Latakia light, and all around subtle.. but amazing nonetheless

Bengal Slices - Bengal Slices 1.75oz
Solid smoke
Definitely has some spice..I wouldn’t recommend it to a newbie, but it’s good stuff!

Cornell & Diehl - After Hours Flake 2oz
4 stars!
I’m very pleased with this one! I haven’t reached for it as often as other blends...but when I do, it doesn’t disappoint!

Cult - Abacus 50g
SOLID!!
To me, it’s very similar to Anonymous..but a little more ā€œnuttyā€. It’s a keeper!

Cult - Anonymous 50g
GREAT SMOKE!!
Such a good smoke, with a great deal of sweetness, without being goopy with casings.

G. L. Pease - Haddo's Delight 2oz
Dark and strong..
Maybe it was a weird day? But I’ve smoked a lot of strong stuff, and chewed tobacco heavily in the past for 16 years...and the nic hit me on this one! Take it slow, and it’s a great smoke

Mac Baren - Vanilla Cream 3.5oz
Awesome!
It’s vanilla, it’s cream, and it’s a hefty portion for a heck of a good price! Pick one up šŸ˜Ž

Peterson - De Luxe Navy Rolls 50g
Solid, but...
This is definitely a fine smoke!! But Escudo has it beat!

Peterson - Royal Yacht 50g
UPDATED!
EDIT: Changed my 2 star rating! I revisited this blend after it being in the jar for about 3 years, and man it was a pleasure!! I would say that the first time I smoked this, it could’ve been a bad pack, or an error on my part.. and age definitively helped it! I get a nasty, sour bitterness from this, that is the same no matter which pipe I try it in.. Maybe it’s a fluke tin? I’m going to let it hang out in the jar, and give it another shot in the future..

Seattle Pipe Club - Plum Pudding 2oz
3 stars..
I know everyone will think I’m crazy.. but I have to be honest.. ā€œRegularā€ Plum Pudding is just so bland and ā€œblehhā€ after smoking the Bourban Barrel aged Plum Pudding šŸ˜ Because ITS AMAZING

Sutliff - Alexander Bridge 1.5oz
4 stars
The best thing about this one, is the fact that it isn’t so overly cased like some can be. Quite a pleasant smoke

Sutliff - SPS-2003 Strawberry Delight
Better than I expected!
As I’ve transitioned to English blends and VaPers from aromatics more and more, I find it harder to reach for an Aro. But this bulk strawberry was priced right, and actually has a very present taste! I thoroughly enjoy it!

Sutliff - Sutliff 1849 1.5oz
5 stars!!
If you want a SOLID VaPer, at a dang good price, give this a go!

A & C Petersen - Escudo Navy Deluxe 50g
Favorite VaPer!!
To date, this is my favorite VaPer!

Comoy's - Cask No.2 3.5oz
2nd favorite Aro!!
This is my 2nd favorite aromatic, just behind Eileen’s Dream! I discovered this blend, because a fellow reviewer recommended it, after leaving a 1 star review on another tobacco. They recommended this instead, and now I’m recommending this blend to anyone who reads this review!!

Gawith Hoggarth & Co. - American Delite 50g
4 star..
Not my ā€œfavoriteā€...but surely is a sweet treat that stays in my main rotation!

Lighters - Kiribi Lighter Flints
Best value!!
Good grief, for the price, how could you NOT buy these? Very good flints

Lighters - Kiribi Tomo Red Leather
I’ve warmed up to it!
Buying good quality butane is key! Also, the adjustment screw wasn’t great. Ended up doing some filing so it seats better. Maybe it was a fluke, and it works great now.. definitely would still recommend it!

Stands & Pouches - 1790 English Tobacco Box German Silver
Great quality
Made nicely, the lid closes easily but snug, and stays closed in my EDC bag!

Peterson - My Mixture 965 50g
LOVE IT!!
Never tried it under the Dunhill name...but as it is? This is such a dang good English!

CAO - Eileen's Dream 50g
My ABSOLUTE FAVORITE!!
Just buy it! I don’t expect it to be your favorite...but there’s no way you won’t love it! Just give it a try!

CAO - Moontrance 50g
Let it age!!
The first tin tobacco I ever bought! I’ve since developed a deeep love for English blends, and heavy Latakia stuff.. But this is a SUPER nice aromatic, that’s responsible for locking me into this amazingly enjoyable hobby.

Cornell & Diehl - Autumn Evening 2oz
It’s great!
It’s not my favorite, but I smoked the whole tin before leaving this review, and have no complaints!

Sutliff - Molto Dolce 1.5oz
I like it, but...
This stuff has a VERY sweet flavor, if you’re into that, and it tastes great! But dang it’s wet.. it’s very heavily cased, and just doesn’t seem to dry even after leaving it open. This leads it to be very difficult for me to keep lit, without puffing it to the point of scorching it. With that being said, I’d buy it again, and probably will.. Maybe I just need to approach it differently, or in a different pipe

Tampers & Tools - Abe Herbaugh Smoke Resin and Antique Brass Tamper
Smaller than anticipated..
I still really love it, and the fact that it’s small isn’t a complete disadvantage.. I guess I just expected ā€œmoreā€, considering the price. But I still use it religiously, and highly recommend it! It’s nicely balanced, and doesn’t feel ā€œcheapā€.

Cornell & Diehl - Apricots and Cream 2oz
It’s gooooood!
My brother and I love this! I bought it for him as a gift, and ended up smoking as much or more of it than he did! The cream flavor hits ya in the best way...just take this one a little slower if you really want to enjoy it to its full potential.

Ashtrays - Glass Round 2 Pipe Ashtray
This thing is BEEFY!
Nice and heavy, well priced. Bought this about 6 months ago, and it stays outside, mostly. The cork is still secured perfectly, and everything is still in perfect condition!

Missouri Meerschaum - Cornell & Diehl Charles Towne Cobbler
AWESOME!!
Had to wait a while to get my hands on one, but it was WELL worth the wait, and the price.

Missouri Meerschaum - Country Gentleman Bent (6mm)
GREAT!!
LOVE these MM cobs!! The country gentleman is dang good!

Missouri Meerschaum - Ozark Mountain Bent (6mm)
Maybe it’s me?
I know this is a cheap pipe, and maybe I just have bad smoking habits..but this thing gets HOT HOT if you draw enough to keep it lit. Try the cobs for a budget friendly pipe! They’re AWESOME

Missouri Meerschaum - Ozark Mountain Bent (6mm)
Maybe it’s me?
I know this is a cheap pipe, and maybe I just have bad smoking habits..but this thing gets HOT HOT if you draw enough to keep it lit. Try the cobs for a budget friendly pipe! They’re AWESOME

CAO - Cherrybomb 50g
Not much Cherry...
If you want more cherry than this, just grab you a pouch of Middletons. The CAO brand is hit or miss, but if you want a great one by them, go check out Eileen’s Dream!

Tampers & Tools - 8deco Lucky 8 Tamper Ruby and Pearl
4 Stars
The pictures make it look way ā€œnicerā€. It somehow looks a bit cheap in person..but it’s priced VERY well, and works flawlessly.

Replacement Stems - Amber Bent Filtered Stem (for Missouri Meerschaum)
Bought multiples!
For the price, I bought multiples in these cheap replacement stems...and this gold/amber looks great on a MM cob šŸ˜ŽšŸ‘šŸ¼

Replacement Stems - Black Bent Filtered Stem (for Missouri Meerschaum)
Bought multiples!
For the price, how could you NOT buy 3 or 4 extras?

Ashtrays - Cork Ashtray Knocker
Works perfect!
Works as it should, and priced great.

Cleaners & Cleaning Supplies - Pipemaster Clean and Cure 2oz
Does the job!
Used this on an inherited pipe that had been in a drawer for probably 40+ years! A little goes a long way, and it’s priced just right!

Tampers & Tools - Rubber Pipe Bits (2 pack)
GREAT!!
Super cheap, super comfortable!

Ashton - Guilty Pleasure 50g
Middle of the road.
I’m on the fence. Didn’t hate it, but didn’t love it. But I did finish the tin! Doesn’t have much of the room note that you get from the tin (at least not for me), and it burns kinda hot. Just go easy with it.

Cornell & Diehl - Berry Good 2oz
It was ok...
The positive- I didn’t get any bad tongue bite from it, and it burns nice! But I didn’t really get any good flavors from it. Definitely not any berry šŸ˜ But just not much of anything. I don’t enjoy leaving ā€œlees than stellarā€ reviews.. But for a supplier as awesome as smoking pipes, I know that they, as well as their customers, appreciate a genuine, honest review. I just did not care for Berry Good, and I ended up dumping it out after 3 or 4 attempts at enjoying it. HOWEVER, if you’re reading this review, I will definitely recommend Apricots and Cream by C&D! I’ve discovered great tobaccos, by people leaving a negative review on one tobacco, by comparing it to another..so I thought I’d do the same!

Cult - Blood Red Moon 50g
A keeper!!
I’m not a professional, and have only recently started getting better at differentiating natural tobacco flavors, and appreciating blends that aren’t aromatic/heavily cased. But this one is my most purchased tobacco to date. ā€œCherryā€ flavor doesn’t jump out at me like it does for other folks in these reviews..but chocolatey and sweet, it definitely is! In my opinion, it’s GREAT for a beginner smoker, who expects pipe tobacco to ā€œtaste like it smellsā€.

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