So, the Mr Brog I ordered got here last night, I've had the chance to smoke it a few times, but even from the very first, the difference between it and the brylon medico is astounding. The medico didn't fully convince me on pipes, it was about the same experience I'd had years ago when I dabbled in smoking a pipe. It had it's moments, but I couldn't see it as a common activity. The Mr Brog has very much changed that perception of mine.
For having the about the same price, the quality comparison really shows how lacking the medico is. Live and learn, I guess. I did good on the shaving, not making any purchases I regretted while starting out. Same with the pens. I guess 2 out of 3 ain't bad, as they say. At least I learned the difference first hand, and know there is a definite quality point at which it's worth waiting or paying a bit more for. The medico will still get some use while the brog is resting, at least till I get a couple more good smoking pipes in the collection. So, other than avoiding brylon like the abomination it really seems to be, any other brands or such I should avoid, or great deals like the Mr Brog I should check out? I have an MM diplomat in my sights already.
Here is the very poor meager "collection" as it currently stands.
For having the about the same price, the quality comparison really shows how lacking the medico is. Live and learn, I guess. I did good on the shaving, not making any purchases I regretted while starting out. Same with the pens. I guess 2 out of 3 ain't bad, as they say. At least I learned the difference first hand, and know there is a definite quality point at which it's worth waiting or paying a bit more for. The medico will still get some use while the brog is resting, at least till I get a couple more good smoking pipes in the collection. So, other than avoiding brylon like the abomination it really seems to be, any other brands or such I should avoid, or great deals like the Mr Brog I should check out? I have an MM diplomat in my sights already.
Here is the very poor meager "collection" as it currently stands.