My sister likes to give me a tin of tobacco for my birthday, and this year she added a MM straight hardwood maple pipe. This one was set up for filters, but it smokes well, and with a more open draw, without the filter. I've been tempted by these for years, but with a cabinet and three racks of pipes, I try not to add to the herd that often. It turns out this is a fine little cooker, with a large enough bowl, and a simple design reminiscent of Danish Modern furniture, pleasing to look at, extremely light weight, and a fine smoke. If you've looked at these and judged from the price that they weren't much, think again. And if you want to keep several on hand for guests or friends who might want to try a pipe, the price is right. But just selfishly, for the rack, I highly recommend these.
