Got my First Pipe Today!

[JohnnyRockets]

Hi all!

Started down the pipe smoking road today, coming from the cigar smoking world, about a week ago.

Today my wife bought me my first pipe and tobacco (such a GREAT wife!).

The pipe is a Rossi Sera 8315 Briar pipe (by Savinelli according to the box) and the tobacco is a good pipe blend recommended by my local B & M store.

Had my first bowl in it and thoroughly enjoyed it!

Off to a good start so far!

JR

 

[JohnnyRockets]

Sorry all for the double post! Eek!!!

 

[didimauw]

Rossi makes a great pipe for beginners and veterans alike. I have a couple Rossi's and you can't beat em for the price! They aren't the best looking pipes but they are great smokers.

 

[JohnnyRockets]

Thank you! They are cool looking in an old crusty man kind of way, LOL!

Appreciate your comment!

JR

 

[Jacob74]

Nice, what a lovely gift. Do you know what the blend is, and how do you like it? Do you have any photos to share?

 

[JohnnyRockets]

Hi Jacob,

I honestly cannot remember the blend name and I am kicking myself!

Here is a pic of the pipe!

Thanks!

JR

 

[Jacob74]

That's a fine looking pipe, lovely gift. Coincidentally, I have a very similar case that used to belong to a pair of headphones, lol!

 

[JohnnyRockets]

Hi @Jacob74, thank you! Yes, that is exactly what that case is for! LoL!

 

[Spa32]

Hi JR. Congrats on the new pipe. I think the box was mislabeled a 8315. It looks more like a 8616 to me. It's a great pipe either way.

 

[JohnnyRockets]

Yes, that VERY well could be, we actually were looking at two and they got a bit shuffled around...

Thanks!

JR

 

[clynch]

Love to know what the B&R recommended for a first blend. Nice pipe! Is the pipe a balsa wood filter? Enjoy the trip.

 

[JohnnyRockets]

Hi Clynch!

Well I'll find out when I go back and let you know.

The guy that helped me (Phil) has been a piper for 20 years and when I mentioned tongue bite (wanting to steer clear of it) he quickly steered me to the Rossi pipe and away from aromatics, as a "first choice". He wasn't pushy and really seemed to know what he was doing. He didn't break the bank with me, but he didn't suggest a crappy, cheap pipe either.

I appreciated his help!

JR

 

[trudger]

Great pipe to start your journey! I missed your intro with the power out here in Metro D this week, so welcome! What is your local b&m?

 

[PipeIT]

WoOt! Congrats!

LOL, the wife bought the pipe, yeah we know why, stinking up the house with those smelly cigars. LOL

Don’t ever toss that first pipe out!

 

[clynch]

Hi Clynch!

Well I'll find out when I go back and let you know.

The guy that helped me (Phil) has been a piper for 20 years and when I mentioned tongue bite (wanting to steer clear of it) he quickly steered me to the Rossi pipe and away from aromatics, as a "first choice". He wasn't pushy and really seemed to know what he was doing. He didn't break the bank with me, but he didn't suggest a crappy, cheap pipe either.

I appreciated his help!

JR

Sounds like he did you right. Good for him!

 

[jon11]

Good luck Johnny. The chances that you’ll stick with it is about 30%. And the chances you’ll be around this forum in 5 years is about 10%. Are you one of us chosen ones? Only time will tell my brother!

 

[jndyer]

The guy that helped me (Phil) has been a piper for 20 years and when I mentioned tongue bite (wanting to steer clear of it) he quickly steered me to the Rossi pipe and away from aromatics, as a "first choice". He wasn't pushy and really seemed to know what he was doing. He didn't break the bank with me, but he didn't suggest a crappy, cheap pipe either.

I look forward to learning what tobacco was recommended to you. Good job by Phil’s the tobacconist on steering you away from aromatics as a first pipe tobacco.

 

[Sgetz]

Plenty of good advice here. Enjoy the journey

 

[ThermionicScott]

Welcome @JohnnyRockets! If your first smoke was an enjoyable and low-stress affair, that's puts you ahead of many others!

 

[jpmcwjr]

Welcome @JohnnyRockets! If your first smoke was an enjoyable and low-stress affair, that's puts you ahead of many others!

Indeed! Good luck on your journey!

And,
Please put your location in your Profile, as people are forgetful.
Why: It will save time for others as to where you live when you mention local stores, weather, tobacco prices, availability, regulations, location of photos, wildfires, air quality, etc. In many instances that saves time for those who read your posts, and for you in not having to reply to inquiries. .
How:
Under your avatar, (top right, left most of three symbols) you choose "Account Details", which brings up "My Account". "My Location" is halfway down. Whatever you're comfortable with- town, city, county, state. province, etc.