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Hi Steve and all other pipe smokers!

I think you do a terrific job with the PD. I love reading each issue.

A number of folks have written in about the types of pipes they
like. I have two questions: Does anyone smoke Carey's Magic Inch
pipes? I've only seen one posting mentioning them. I discovered them
20 years ago, and have enjoyed their cool smoke ever since. Anyone
else out there like them?

Second: I've read a lot in the PD about pipe collecting. I didn't
realize antique or older pipes were collected. I'd like to get
involved in this, but I'm not sure where to start. Any suggestions
regarding books, magazines, associations or home pages?

Finally, I , like many other writers, was accused of wanting to look
"older" or "more studious" when I took up a pipe at the age of 18. But
the fact was, I just liked the aroma, and the pleasure that comes from
handling (and caring for) a really good pipe. Most pipe-smokers I know
are actually far from pretentious.

Again, thanks for the good job, and smoke in peace!

Mark Carroll

[ Don't they still sell the Carey's pipes in Popular Mechanics?  And,
regarding collecting, I'd recommend going to a show or two, and maybe
subscribing to one of the magazines, to get a taste of your personal
interest.  And then just follow that! -S. ]


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