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Since last March I've had this little $40 hookah, not even stainless steel. It needs to be replaced, and luckily my first FULL paycheck is tomorrow. So, I'm looking online to see if there's anything that strikes my fancy, or is nice and on sale... or both, which would be fantastic.

If you've got any good links, throw 'em at me, please.
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This (post #46): [url="http://www.hookahforum.com/topic/44786-kasbah-hookah-bazaar-official-thread/page__st__40#entry544595"]http://www.hookahfor..._40#entry544595[/url]

Snag one now while you can. Excellent pipes (I just got one myself), something more on the rare side (once these are gone, they're gone), and a great price.

But if a nice Syrian doesn't tickle your fancy, I'd look at Khalil Mamoom, Farida, Elmas, or Mya Saray.
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They certainly look nice, especially for that price. And you've had no problems with it, even though it was old stock and they had to pretty it up?
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[quote name='Moose' timestamp='1334255961' post='544732']
They certainly look nice, especially for that price. And you've had no problems with it, even though it was old stock and they had to pretty it up?
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Here's my review for the model I got, what Kasbah has dubbed the "Tower": http://www.hookahforum.com/topic/45409-af-large-solid-look-alike-all-brass-syrian-review/page__pid__544364#entry544364

Very pleased with it. They clean up nice and look brand new once polished up (which yours will come polished, so no effort on your end). The other two models should be just the same quality-wise as the model I got. I must say, the glass it comes with is pretty nice as well. Not only do you not see these Syrian shanks very often, but you don't see any of those glass shapes often either. I would go for one of these, and if you end up not liking it in the long run, you can always resell it no problem. Syrians are a good investment in that sense. But I can already tell you that you're gonna like it so much you won't want to ever sell it. :P
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[quote name='Moose' timestamp='1334255961' post='544732']
They certainly look nice, especially for that price. And you've had no problems with it, even though it was old stock and they had to pretty it up?
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Syrian brass hookahs are excellent, and heavily built. If you take care of it, it should serve you well for MANY years.
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Well, this is looking good, thanks for the suggestion. I don't even feel like looking at other hookahs online right now XD
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[quote name='Moose' timestamp='1334256701' post='544738']
Well, this is looking good, thanks for the suggestion. I don't even feel like looking at other hookahs online right now XD
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No problem. Honestly, in my opinon, there is no point in looking at other hookahs, since these are available right now. :P I'd buy one of these over a KM or other brand pipe I mentioned above anyday. Really though, it's all subjective and comes down to what YOU like best and want to spend your money on.
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[quote name='Moose' timestamp='1334256701' post='544738']
Well, this is looking good, thanks for the suggestion. [u][b] I don't even feel like looking at other hookahs online right now XD[/b][/u]
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Oh, Chrees.....

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How long did the shipping take on your hookah, Chreees? I don't know if I should ask for higher shipping, I'd like to have it in next week.

As well, what's the general thought on brass bowls? I know it'd look better with the hookah, but I don't know how well a brass bowl would smoke.
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[quote name='Moose' timestamp='1334261559' post='544749']
How long did the shipping take on your hookah, Chreees? I don't know if I should ask for higher shipping, I'd like to have it in next week.

As well, what's the general thought on brass bowls? I know it'd look better with the hookah, but I don't know how well a brass bowl would smoke.
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[color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]I ship FedEx and always ship within 1 business day, often the same day depending on when the order is received and how busy I am. You being in Virginia it wont be longer than 3 days shipping time.[/font][/color]

Brass bowls are mostly best used for "black leaf" tobaccos like Zagloul, Salloum, juraks, and things of that nature. The reasoning for this is that metal stays hotter than clay so it's best for those kinds of tobacco that require more heat without heaping on a bunch of coals. Also, they are pretty to have as a show piece if you so wish :)
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You wouldn't advise it for lighter shishas then?

Shipping time sounds great, by the way =P
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[quote name='Moose' timestamp='1334262166' post='544751']
You wouldn't advise it for lighter shishas then?

Shipping time sounds great, by the way =P
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Nah, not the best to use for flavored modern tobaccos honestly, will likely be too hot.
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Good to know. Even though it would be nice for display.
I'm assuming the hoses you include aren't washable?
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[quote name='Moose' timestamp='1334262835' post='544754']
Good to know. Even though it would be nice for display.
I'm assuming the hoses you include aren't washable?
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Nope, they are not washable.
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Alrighty. The nice looking ones on your site look washable, though it's not listed in the details. I'd order one of those, but I think they're a bit long for my tastes. Might change my mind, who knows?

Thanks for the help, at the very least you guys have good customer service =P
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[quote name='Moose' timestamp='1334264059' post='544757']
Alrighty. The nice looking ones on your site look washable, though it's not listed in the details. I'd order one of those, but I think they're a bit long for my tastes. Might change my mind, who knows?

Thanks for the help, at the very least you guys have good customer service =P
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A hose too long is like having a dick too big, yeah there might be some drawbacks, but you wont ever complain that you wish it was smaller.
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Complain when it gets caught on stuff more often >_>

Though they do look like they'd go nice with that hookah.


Edit: Oh, the 80" is including the 22" handle. 58" of hose is more managable, and a huge handle is badass.

Might get that and one of the brass bowls, for Nak. Nak can hold it's own with heat, but besides that it'd look nice for display...
And it wouldn't hurt to give more patrionage to the company that's bringing out this fantastic deal =P Edited by Moose
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Nice pipe Chreees I picked one up from Skoozle. Hopefully he hooks it up with a grommet. What am I in for as far as cleaning it I have some brasso at the house is it just that and elbow grease? Edited by dzigner
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[quote name='Moose' timestamp='1334261559' post='544749']
How long did the shipping take on your hookah, Chreees? I don't know if I should ask for higher shipping, I'd like to have it in next week.

As well, what's the general thought on brass bowls? I know it'd look better with the hookah, but I don't know how well a brass bowl would smoke.
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I got mine from a member on here, Skoozle, but I can tell you that my peacock trumpet vase from Kasbah got to me super quick. Two to three days. :)

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[quote name='Moose' timestamp='1334264059' post='544757']
Alrighty. The nice looking ones on your site look washable, though it's not listed in the details. I'd order one of those, but I think they're a bit long for my tastes. Might change my mind, who knows?

Thanks for the help, at the very least you guys have good customer service =P
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A hose too long is like having a dick too big, yeah there might be some drawbacks, but you wont ever complain that you wish it was smaller.
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LOL! I love you, Jess. No homo. Okay, maybe a lil' homo. :lol:
[quote name='Moose' timestamp='1334268534' post='544760']
Complain when it gets caught on stuff more often >_>

Though they do look like they'd go nice with that hookah.


Edit: Oh, the 80" is including the 22" handle. 58" of hose is more managable, and a huge handle is badass.

Might get that and one of the brass bowls, for Nak. Nak can hold it's own with heat, but besides that it'd look nice for display...
And it wouldn't hurt to give more patrionage to the company that's bringing out this fantastic deal =P
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Man, I'm thinking I might need to get one of those Syrian wood hoses... Would look very nice on mine! I like the brass bowls too, but never smoke the "black leaf" stuff.

[quote name='dzigner' timestamp='1334269504' post='544761']
Nice pipe Chreees I picked one up from Skoozle. Hopefully he hooks it up with a grommet. What am I in for as far as cleaning it I have some brasso at the house is it just that and elbow grease?
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Sweet! You're gonna love it man. Yep, I just used Brasso. Check out my YouTube channel link in my sig for my polishing video. Lulz.
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[quote name='Chreees' timestamp='1334272914' post='544766']
Sweet! You're gonna love it man. Yep, I just used Brasso. [u][b]Check out my YouTube channel link in my sig for my polishing video. Lulz[/b][/u].
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[quote name='Moose' timestamp='1334345887' post='544844']
Just paid up. Tower, with Genie base. Can't wait to get it.
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Nice! Feel free to review it once you get it (just add yours to the same thread as mine). I'd love to hear your thoughts on it as well. So far I've used mine a good few times and love it! Beautiful hookah that smokes beautifully. :)
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