On occasion, a bit of tobacco will clog the airway of one of my pipes. They can sometimes be hard to reach with a pipe tool, especially if it is a lovat or Canadian with long shank.
I've discovered an easy way to clear those stubborn clogs. I simply take a lighter or match, and draw the flame down in the empty bowl. The heat will immolate the bit of tobacco, freeing the airway, within a second or two. Hope this helps someone down the line. It has certainly saved me some aggravation.
I've discovered an easy way to clear those stubborn clogs. I simply take a lighter or match, and draw the flame down in the empty bowl. The heat will immolate the bit of tobacco, freeing the airway, within a second or two. Hope this helps someone down the line. It has certainly saved me some aggravation.
