A good first pipe
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LOL... get ready to receive countless suggestions. LOL
Whats your price point?... and I would probably not start with a churchwarden, but that just my opinion.
Whats your price point?... and I would probably not start with a churchwarden, but that just my opinion.
I can't find a prior post on this. I figured there'd be one, but I can't find any.
I suggest a cob. Easy to smoke, and very low maintenance. And they're cheap. If you want a briar pipe grab up a Bjarne. They smoke great, and they're usually about $45-$65 online. And lots of styles to choose from.
I suggest a cob. Easy to smoke, and very low maintenance. And they're cheap. If you want a briar pipe grab up a Bjarne. They smoke great, and they're usually about $45-$65 online. And lots of styles to choose from.
I always say, buy the best pipe (and tobacco) you can afford. If you are willing to spend $50-$60, you can get a nice estate Peterson or Stanwell or Savinelli that is clean and ready to smoke. I would not suggest E-Bay if you don't have experience with pipes.
If you're lucky enough to have a good B&M nearby, talk to them.
I would not buy a churchwarden simply because it is more difficult to handle.
If you're lucky enough to have a good B&M nearby, talk to them.
I would not buy a churchwarden simply because it is more difficult to handle.
Welcome to the forum.
I think if you're drawn to a churchwarden, it could a fine choice - but be forewarned, they tend to have small bowls and many run hot when smoking. Still, a lot of experienced pipe smokers like 'em.
I think the brand you choose could be the key in the decision. Be sure to buy from a solid brand, like Stanwell, Savinelli, or Peterson (and there are many others). Smokingpipes.com is a good place to start since to my knowledge, they only sell solid brands.
Another pipe people are liking for great value is a Mr. Brogs.
When I first started I didn't know one brand from the next. Fortunately I researched before buying. Also, if you find one you like, show it here and people will be happy to help!
I think if you're drawn to a churchwarden, it could a fine choice - but be forewarned, they tend to have small bowls and many run hot when smoking. Still, a lot of experienced pipe smokers like 'em.
I think the brand you choose could be the key in the decision. Be sure to buy from a solid brand, like Stanwell, Savinelli, or Peterson (and there are many others). Smokingpipes.com is a good place to start since to my knowledge, they only sell solid brands.
Another pipe people are liking for great value is a Mr. Brogs.
When I first started I didn't know one brand from the next. Fortunately I researched before buying. Also, if you find one you like, show it here and people will be happy to help!
If I've learned anything in my last week here it's been "go with what you like"
Find a pipe that fits your budget, maybe go a little over. I've had my eye on Mr. Brog for my next pipe purchase. They look well made while reasonably priced. Let me know what you go with! I'm new also.
Find a pipe that fits your budget, maybe go a little over. I've had my eye on Mr. Brog for my next pipe purchase. They look well made while reasonably priced. Let me know what you go with! I'm new also.
Welcome to the forums! I'm also fairly new here but I would definitely suggest a Mr. Brog! I bought one and after smoking it couldn't resist and bought a few more. Given that most of his Pear wood pipes cost around 20-30 after shipping and his Briar pipes are around 55-60 after shipping, they aren't too expensive but smoke great!
Churchwardens are cool but a little bit unwieldy. Like others said, get the best pipe you can afford in a style that you like. Make sure the pipe is drilled straight. The draft hole should be dead center on the bottom of the bowl and should pass a cleaner all the way throughwith the stem attached. Make sure the walls of the bowl are nice and thick and the bowl is smooth on the inside.
Get yourself some good tobaccos to experiment with and have fun!
Get yourself some good tobaccos to experiment with and have fun!
This should indeed generate a flurry of answers:
^^ I second that ^^
It all depends on your price point. If you can set aside $100, you are well on your way to get a very, very decent pipe that will last you for years, a good variety of tobacco samples, cleaners, pipe tool, etc.. When people ask me, that usually the budget I recommend since you'll get something worthwhile that won't completely give you a bad experience. Note that I started with a $35 no name basket pipe, which I still have and still smoke.
In general, I would try to answer the following three questions:
* How much am I willing to spend
* Is there a particular shape or model I like (bent, straight, smooth, etc...)
* Am I willing to buy something cheap and start over, or would I rather have something that'll last me a while.
With regards to carvers: Savinelli, Peterson, Stanwell are just three to name that rarely disappoint and have decently priced briars that will last you a lifetime.
For some other threads, try these:
Trying to Pick my First Pipe
$100 Combo
My First Pipe
New New New, First Pipe Purchase
^^ I second that ^^
It all depends on your price point. If you can set aside $100, you are well on your way to get a very, very decent pipe that will last you for years, a good variety of tobacco samples, cleaners, pipe tool, etc.. When people ask me, that usually the budget I recommend since you'll get something worthwhile that won't completely give you a bad experience. Note that I started with a $35 no name basket pipe, which I still have and still smoke.
In general, I would try to answer the following three questions:
* How much am I willing to spend
* Is there a particular shape or model I like (bent, straight, smooth, etc...)
* Am I willing to buy something cheap and start over, or would I rather have something that'll last me a while.
With regards to carvers: Savinelli, Peterson, Stanwell are just three to name that rarely disappoint and have decently priced briars that will last you a lifetime.
For some other threads, try these:
Trying to Pick my First Pipe
$100 Combo
My First Pipe
New New New, First Pipe Purchase
I recommend starting out with a great affordable pipe... Missouri Meerschaum Corn Cob!
While I see no problem with starting out on a churchwarden, and yes they can provide cooler smokes, I think that for the price and quality of smoke it is best that you start on a corncob.
Plus you won't have to worry about ghosting too much which will be good as you will most likely be trying many new types of baccy.
While I see no problem with starting out on a churchwarden, and yes they can provide cooler smokes, I think that for the price and quality of smoke it is best that you start on a corncob.
Plus you won't have to worry about ghosting too much which will be good as you will most likely be trying many new types of baccy.
Man I just took a look around eBay and the prices for new pipes went through the roof...I got a Peterson Killarney 221 NEW from a UK dealer for about $60CAD with free shipping to Canada... That was about a year ago... I'd highly recommend Peterson though great starters.
Lots of good advice here. Jud always posts good straightforward stuff. I always listen to him. Here's my input: consider a 1/4 or 1/2 bent pipe. having the rim of the bowl sitting down just a bit gives you better line of sight to make it easier to see what you are doing when first learning the ropes. A half or quarter bend is also much easier to get a cleaner through down to the bowl than a full bend.
Also welcome to the forum sharpe -Enjoy!
Also welcome to the forum sharpe -Enjoy!
Definitely suggest a cob or something by Peterson, Savinelli, or Stanwell. All good smokers with a wide range of prices. Churchwardens do smoke a bit cooler, but as stated they're a bit cumbersome. If you're wanting to clench it's a bit harder.
I personally would make this my first quality briar. It is very reasonably priced and should be a great smoker.
http://www.smokingpipes.com/pipes/new/rasmussen/moreinfo.cfm?product_id=60658
Don't forget to ask for their 10 percent discount. :rofl:
http://www.smokingpipes.com/pipes/new/rasmussen/moreinfo.cfm?product_id=60658
Don't forget to ask for their 10 percent discount. :rofl:
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