Pocket pipes--those little marvels that usually only an inch shorter than a regular pipe--can be real life savers on trips or visits to relatives. I have two, both straight tip La Rocca Piccolos, one smooth the other rusticated, and they have saved me when I have to take my mom to visit relatives or go to anniversaries and so forth. Even Dunhill makes one. As the name suggests, you can slip one into your pocket along with your pipe tool, lighter, and tobacco without over-encumbering yourself, and they can hold a surprising amount of tobacco. During my most recent trip 150 north of Detroit, I found them indispensable when someone needs to make a rest stop and I can take the opportunity to sip a little tobacco, or sit out on the porch when the ladies are deep in discussion over sales and coupons. Because of their small, blunt stems and little weight, I have found these pipes handy when lunking through gardens or surrounding woods, leaving my hands free. And in the morning, when I'm just getting my motor started, they are perfect for the first smoke of the morning with coffee or tea. So, have you discovered these little giants, and if so, what kind do you have? There's an apple one I've read of but can't remember the maker.
