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OzPiper

Lifer
Nov 30, 2020
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It'll probably fail lol but I'll be entertained.
You got me thinking 🤔

I don't like/use filters.
I gifted a new, unsmoked pipe to a mate because it was a 9mm filter pipe
Sometime ago I bought an estate Stanwell Shape 186, which unbeknownst to me, took a 9mm filter

Now in my backyard I have 2 clumps of slender bamboo.
I might cut a few stems, dry and trim them to size and try them out in that Stanwell.

See what you have started 😆
 

Coreios

Lifer
Sep 23, 2022
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You got me thinking 🤔

I don't like/use filters.
I gifted a new, unsmoked pipe to a mate because it was a 9mm filter pipe
Sometime ago I bought an estate Stanwell Shape 186, which unbeknownst to me, took a 9mm filter

Now in my backyard I have 2 clumps of slender bamboo.
I might cut a few stems, dry and trim them to size and try them out in that Stanwell.

See what you have started 😆
Might as well 🤣 It's something to do lol
 

bullet08

Lifer
Nov 26, 2018
8,932
37,913
RTP, NC. USA
You got me thinking 🤔

I don't like/use filters.
I gifted a new, unsmoked pipe to a mate because it was a 9mm filter pipe
Sometime ago I bought an estate Stanwell Shape 186, which unbeknownst to me, took a 9mm filter

Now in my backyard I have 2 clumps of slender bamboo.
I might cut a few stems, dry and trim them to size and try them out in that Stanwell.

See what you have started 😆
Don't have many friends. But one showed interest in pipes. Got him one without filter. Didn't want to explain more than was absolutely necessary.
 

OzPiper

Lifer
Nov 30, 2020
5,756
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71
Sydney, Australia
Might as well 🤣 It's something to do lol
I've just gone out to the backyard to cut some pieces
They fit the 9mm tenon really well
I will post some pics when I have time on the weekend.
And report on the success, or otherwise 😄

Now, I have never smoked a pipe with a filter before.
So I have absolutely no idea of what to look for, or expect.

What I will do is smoke half a bowl without the "filter".
Then insert the length of bamboo and see if there is a noticeable difference in the 2nd half of the bowl.
 
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pantsBoots

Lifer
Jul 21, 2020
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Terra Firma
I know about Balsa filters, and decided to just break a kabob stick and throw it in my pipe. Anyone ever tried it? I hate charcoal filters and was looking for something to grab a little heat and moisture that doesn't effect the draw. After a half bowl not sure how much it's doing, but my draws great.

If you've tried it or have a different idea let me know.

Be careful - some species of bamboo contain toxic compounds. Why not buy sticks of balsa and cut your own?
 
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AJL67

Lifer
May 26, 2022
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Florida - Space Coast
I know about Balsa filters, and decided to just break a kabob stick and throw it in my pipe. Anyone ever tried it? I hate charcoal filters and was looking for something to grab a little heat and moisture that doesn't effect the draw. After a half bowl not sure how much it's doing, but my draws great.

If you've tried it or have a different idea let me know.
I'm a toothpick man myself, 1 for 3mm 2 for 6mm and 3 for 9mm
 

rmbittner

Lifer
Dec 12, 2012
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I know about Balsa filters, and decided to just break a kabob stick and throw it in my pipe. Anyone ever tried it? I hate charcoal filters and was looking for something to grab a little heat and moisture that doesn't effect the draw. After a half bowl not sure how much it's doing, but my draws great.

If you've tried it or have a different idea let me know.
Stupid questions: Are you doing this in a filter pipe or a “normal” pipe? If you’re using a filter pipe…is there a reason why you don’t like the standard filter and are seeking a substitute? If a “normal” pipe, aren’t you seriously disrupting the engineered airflow by introducing a foreign object?
 
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Coreios

Lifer
Sep 23, 2022
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Stupid questions: Are you doing this in a filter pipe or a “normal” pipe? If you’re using a filter pipe…is there a reason why you don’t like the standard filter and are seeking a substitute? If a “normal” pipe, aren’t you seriously disrupting the engineered airflow by introducing a foreign object?
It wasn't to be taken to serious. Was just a bordum experiment mainly. But I do dislike charcoal filters. I dont like the draw and when I pack looser I don't like the burn. But I do smoke a bit hot at times and thought maybe the wood would absorb so I tried it. It was a fail because ot didn't absorb anything it didn't clog the airway though. But someone told me a toothpick is what he uses and it worked. Toothpicks arent the same wood I guess. Most of my pipes can take a filter some 9 some 6. I may try sticking a 6 in a 9 pipe. Not sure about what to do for a 6 pipe though. I haven't tried the toothpick yet.
 
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