| Author | Message | ||
     JOHN R HORNYAK Member Username: Jrtaster Post Number: 38 Registered: 02-2005 |
any experiences with this Turkish on-line retailer? i've beenlooking at one of his offerings: a"genuine" BLOCK meerschaum-lined walnut clad calabash at a price which invites some investigation before commiting thanks for any help you can provide | ||
| GregJ Member Username: Penguin Post Number: 36 Registered: 03-2007 |
Yes, I bought a pipe there a couple of years ago. I was not happy with it and returned it. The return policy is expensive, international shipping and a restocking charge. The stem had an asymmetrical opening at the bit making it very thin in one area as well as visually unappealing. Also there were numerous file or sanding marks on the stem. I did receive my refund minus the stocking charge as well as a snippy email telling me I was too picky for my own good, it was not a positive experience. | ||
| JOHN R HORNYAK Member Username: Jrtaster Post Number: 41 Registered: 02-2005 |
thanks, greg...good to know. and no one seems to be jumping forward with really positive experiences! probably will pass on this! john | ||
| William Brown Member Username: Billinsfl Post Number: 37 Registered: 01-2007 |
I have purchased meerschaum pipes from Aznavur Pipes (www.aznavur.com) several times, and have been completely satisfied. The pipes are of excellent quality for the money, and the shipping is quick. You will get a pipe delivered to your door for less than half of what it would cost you in the states. You will be happy with them. | ||
| JOHN R HORNYAK Member Username: Jrtaster Post Number: 42 Registered: 02-2005 |
thanks i'll check them out | ||
| Sinan Altinok Member Username: Sinan_altinok Post Number: 5 Registered: 10-2006 |
Well, I have more than 2,000 happy customers around the world (see my Testimonials page) and only a few unhappy ones. Sorry Greg.. Shame on me..  Regards, Sinan Altinok http://altinokpipe.com |