I’m in Stark County with the canals. I’m a guy with a beautiful wife and four kids, Behavioral Technician, and severe ADHD. I recently joined the forum after lurking for awhile.
Having a pipe on the back porch while reading a book or watching shows too intense for my wife is my vice. This helps release that dopamine that my ADHD brain doesn’t make enough.
I use mainly artisan pipes with hand cut stems but haven’t spent over $150 for a pipe (none were estate.) Luck with sales and eBay have been a blessing.
That’s just my preference for pipes. Everyone should use what they enjoy. Every pipe a smoker owns has a story. I hope to hear more stories on here.