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    Rubbing Alcohol to Clean Pipes

    I know alot of people like to use vodka or rum to clean their pipes, but I'm not much of a drinker. I've read that if I don't use a drinkable alcohol to clean my pipes that I should use a "non-denatured" alcohol. Where can I find this? I've already checked all the drug stores and X-marts. If I...
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    New pipe taste

    Could it taste different because of other tobaccos smoked in the pipe? I've had the other pipe dedicated to Va's for a long while, but before that I would smoke anything in it. I would think all ghosting would be gone by now.
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    How do you light up your pipe?

    I use a match for the charring light, then a cheap butane pipe lighter for the rest.
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    New pipe taste

    I'm still kind of new to pipes. I bought my first brand new pipe (Savanelli Qandale)not too long ago, and I'm breaking it in with 1/3 bowls. (only cobs and cheap estates before this one) Is it normal for the new pipe smell to overpower the tobacco? I'm dedicating this pipe to SG FVF, and right...
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    How long will my cellar last?

    I've heard that cellared pipe tobacco will last for 30+ years. I've also heard that it will only last a few years. Which is it? Is it possible for me to smoke the tobacco I have cellared right now fifty years from now and have it still taste fine?