Did a little searching on the subject, and did not get the explanation that I was looking for. I understand that light weight means it doesn't weigh as much as other pipes. My question is how did it get light and what impact does that have on smoking.
I am guessing that a light weight pipe is light because it has a thinner bowl (less wood) than otherwise. IF that is correct, what effect does that have on smoking it? Have read that a pipe may be light because the briar is more aged and cured. But if it is indeed thinner, wouldn't that mean that the pipe would smoke hotter? Not necessarily to my mouth, but to the detriment of the bowl?
Would appreciate an education! Thanks!
I am guessing that a light weight pipe is light because it has a thinner bowl (less wood) than otherwise. IF that is correct, what effect does that have on smoking it? Have read that a pipe may be light because the briar is more aged and cured. But if it is indeed thinner, wouldn't that mean that the pipe would smoke hotter? Not necessarily to my mouth, but to the detriment of the bowl?
Would appreciate an education! Thanks!