So, I'm a cheapskate (DIY pipe repair)

Gentlemen, I thank you. 'Tis true that cotton burns, but at least that way my tobacco would stay lit . Half-joking.

I buy cobs because they're cheap and easy to maintain. I'd hate to buy something as nice as a Peterson or a Savinelli, and destroy it in my newbie-ness, after all.

This whole generosity and outpouring of help is the whole reason I joined CS. Glad to see the insanity of that kindness, lost in today's world, has a home here at CA.

Thanks to all who've replied - Kegan