All these bowls, what's the difference?

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astralogic

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Feb 24, 2017
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Hello, I want to buy one of these pipes, but there is a selection of bowls. I assume the bowls do make a difference and aren't just for aesthetics? Could someone tell me about each bowl please.
Thanks

 

astralogic

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Feb 24, 2017
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I mostly use ready rubbed tobacco, hmm, I feel I need to research this more to make sure I get the right bowl.
Thanks for the info.

 

rigmedic1

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May 29, 2011
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The outside shape is aesthetics; the chamber size, shape, and ratio has an effect on different tobaccos, though there are no set rules. I think tall, narrow chambers are best for Virginia tobaccos and flakes, and wide 1:1 ratio chambers open up really complex tobaccos. Conical chambers concentrate the flavors more. At least, that's my experience. There are thousands of different opinions on the subject.

 
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