Dr. Grabow Pipes

EAM

I just wanted to take a minute to say hello and introduce myself.

I've lurked on these forums for a few days now and finally decided to join. I became a newbie pipe smoker when I decided to quit smoking cigarettes once and for all. I started by switching to cheap cigars the likes of which you find at 7-11. Too much like a cigarette, I was inhaling them and I could tell they were doing twice as much harm as the cigarettes were.

Well, one night I was browsing around ebay like I usually do, fiending for a cigarette when I remembered that a friend of mine in high school used to smoke a pipe and how much grief we used to give him for doing so. My friends and I in all our infinite high schooler wisdom thought smoking a pipe was only something old farmers did, so we poked fun. So I started thinking about it and a light bulb came on. I'll try smoking a pipe!

The next day I made a trip down to the local tobacconist and walked away with a couple Missouri Meerschaum Cob's, a czech pipe tool and a couple ounces of their best selling house blend aromatic tobacco. I've been hooked every since!

It took a while to learn how to properly pack a bowl. I'm still perfecting that art. I also at first smoked my cob like a cigarette. It burned hot, bit my tongue on many occasions, needless to say it took me a little while to slow down and enjoy the taste and sensations of smoking a pipe...and most importantly, the calm and clarity it provides.

I suppose I should explain why I registered here. I've been smoking my cob pipes and I enjoy them a lot but I think it's time to move on to a briar pipe. I've done lots of research. Looked at all the different brands and styles available, and since I don't have lots of money to put into this hobby I stumbled across Dr. Grabow pipes. So far from what I have found they are inexpensive and smoke really well. Just what I am looking for. The history of the "Drugstore" pipe kind of fascinates me as well. I think I've decided my first Dr. Grabow is going to be a "Omega" as I quite prefer bent pipes to straights.

I hope it arrives soon and I'm sure my first Grabow wont be my last! I look forward to chatting with you all!

~Eric

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steverino · Posted: Sat Nov 22, 2008 12:21 am Post subject:

Hi Eric, welcome to the forum. I'm glad to hear you've joined the ranks of pipedom. I have some Omegas and they smoke really well, I hope you enjoy yours. In fact, I think most Dr. Grabow models are very serviceable pipes and some are excellent pipes. I hope this will be your experience. Enjoy.

Sir Duke · Guest

Welcome Eric,

Well said. Put on your farmer jeans, put down the pitch fork and welcome to the world of pipesmoking. Its so different for everyone.. is what makes it fun to join a group.

I think Dr. G's are THE place to start, and in my case finish (I've bout unloaded all my more expensive pipes) Read the forum... smokum and you'll see why.

They are oddly collectable (not in the sense of they'll appreciate monetarily, nut in the sense that while your saving your money, you'll appreciate them.

I once read some j@ck@ss say the Dr. Grabows actually turned away more pipesmokers than they generated. Hogwash I tell ya! Serioulsy, its about the dumbest pipestatement Ive ever heard. Now I;m not judgemental or abything, and I'm open minded indeed... but something tells me you'll get hooked (in a good way.)

SOME of us here are old farts. I anin't namin names, and I aint no spring chicken, but its good to see someone younger taking up the tradition!

BTW, nice dog!

Tom

drbridges · Posted: Sat Nov 22, 2008 1:59 am Post subject:

Welcome, Eric. I hope after you have learned to enjoy real tobacco in a pipe, you won't find cigarettes appealing.

If you find the Omega's mouthpiece difficult, look around here. I have modified mine for a more comfortable grip, and the pictures are posted here somewhere.

ted · "Old Timer" Joined: 23 Jun 2008 Posts: 1171 Location: NC'

Welcome Eric.....Glad to have you with us...ted

Terry292 · Posted: Sat Nov 22, 2008 4:53 am Post subject:

Welcome, Eric. Dr G's are a great place to start, as others have said, and to stay, if you want. I started about 42 years ago with a Dr Grabow Duke Bent Apple and a flip-top can of Sir Walter Regular. And, I smoked them for years before I knew there were other pipes out there. Since I've joined this forum, I've migrated back somewhat to the Dr G's, simply because of the enthusiasm so many members have for them. I had 4 when I started here; now I'm up to around 20, or so, and the number keeps growing.

When you have questions, don't hesitate to ask, about Dr Grabows, or any aspect of pipe smoking. Somebody here will be able to answer them. I think you will find pipe smoking is a pasttime that grows on you with each passing bowlful.

Smoke in peace,
Terry
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Sir Duke · Guest

EAM · Posted: Sun Nov 23, 2008 2:58 am Post subject: Thanks for all the welcomes!

Well, I still haven't received my Omega yet. But while at the local CVS pharmacy I noticed they had a few Dr. Grabow pipes available to my surprise. I picked up a Savoy and I have to say that I love it compared to my cobs. It smokes well I enjoy it!

I think I have the pipe collecting bug already. I'm going to have to start a regular rotation of briars. Wink

~Eric
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drbridges · Posted: Sun Nov 23, 2008 3:42 am Post subject:

Do you do Facebook, Eric?

EAM · Posted: Sun Nov 23, 2008 5:46 am Post subject: