Search results
SmokingPipes.com Updates
Watch for Updates Twice a Week
PipesMagazine Approved Sponsor
Site Sponsors
PipesMagazine Approved Sponsor
PipesMagazine Approved Sponsor
PipesMagazine Approved Sponsor
PipesMagazine Approved Sponsor
-
M
Ideal sturdiness
Fellows, what do each of you consider to be the superior utilitarian pipe? That is, which one do you think will outlast all the others in your collection, and which materials would you consider to make a pipe last a lifetime? Granted, I ask these questions knowing that proper care and... -
M
Open Tins Question
Could one smoke pipe tobacco from a tin opened a year ago if the paper liner and cardstock insert were left inside? I stuck a Peterson tin in a storage tote shortly after opening and haven't thought about it until recently. I wouldn't mind pitching the contents if this weren't the case, yet I'd...- mick92
- Thread
- Replies: 14
- Forum: Pipe Tobacco Discussion
-
M
Exotic Materials in Pipes
Hey all, could anyone tell me of the most unusual pipes they've come across? Not specifically how they look but rather what went into making them. The closest real-world example in my mind would be the beechwood pipes from the thirties, as briar was considered a reserved material for the war... -
M
Pipe Reaming Tools
Ahoy mateys, what do you all consider to be the best kind of reamer for someone who is a moderate hobbyist smoker? Think several bowls a week out of two pipes. I've considered throwing a Buttner tool into my pouch yet am told these are a bit on the flimsy side. The senior style adjustable tools...- mick92
- Thread
- Replies: 30
- Forum: Pipe Smoking Basics & Beginner Questions
-
M
Oxidation in Estate Grabow
Gentlemen, I'd recently bought a restored Dr. Grabow Silver Duke pipe. I noticed that the interior of the metallic tenon had a somewhat rough, bumpy and discoloured texture, most likely oxidation of some kind. These characteristics aren't too noticeable, as I would have never known unless I...- mick92
- Thread
- Replies: 13
- Forum: Pipe Smoking Basics & Beginner Questions
-
M
Acrylic Stem Question
Gentlemen, I'd procured a Borkum Riff 013 pipe recently. I broke it in today and noticed that towards the very end of the session, the bowl got slightly hot and after clearing the dottle, I noticed the bottom of the chamber was clearly wet. I waited until the bowl cooled and lightly dried out...- mick92
- Thread
- Replies: 24
- Forum: Pipe Smoking Basics & Beginner Questions
-
M
Mild Concern About Stem
Hello all, smoked my Crown 733 briar pipe yesterday and cleaned it. Noticed that on the stem, specifically the part that inserts into the shank, some deformation and bubbling has occurred on the rim near the hole (presumably from too much heat.) Is it still safe to smoke out of?- mick92
- Thread
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Pipe Smoking Basics & Beginner Questions
-
M
Rogue Strands In Bowl
Hey all, smoking out of a Crown 733 Stromboli briar pipe. This morning after taking my pipe out of its pouch I noticed fine white-silver strands in the bowl - they stuck to the cake in an unsightly manner. Assuming this was a result of the pipe cleaners I'm using. Any tips on how I can avoid...- mick92
- Thread
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Pipe Smoking Basics & Beginner Questions