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Matches vs. Lighters
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I prefer my zippos or Peterson lighters to matches and will probably add a old boy in the near future. For no reason in particular I don't really like Bic lighters I think it could be the fact I buy nice pipes great tobacco and to light it with a Bic seems like an insult however each to their own.
I found a new secret weapon - Beeswax Hemp rope - you carry a butane torch lighter or whatever can get you lit without too much maintenance(wrap it around the body of lighter for convenience) - you light the rope and you can perfectly corner your bowls without burning etc... - like matches but better - at first was skeptical but this stuff is great- buy it by the rolls - just remember buy the one from USA not asia
I'm with you on this. I've gotten better with matches now that I'm no longer rushing to light the tobacco as soon as I light the match, but rather, wait for a second to get the wood burning behind my cupped hands and then move the match to the bowl.
After when I'm buying Real* nice pipes I don't have much money left but for the mediocre tobacco and chine knock off lighters or Bic, Lol?
I like lighters - Old Boy, Zippo, & a bunch of el cheapos.
One of the main reasons I smoke a pipe is for the aroma. I have this quirky aversion to the sulphur smell from matches.
One of the main reasons I smoke a pipe is for the aroma. I have this quirky aversion to the sulphur smell from matches.
Matches are fun as a novelty, or even a cedar spill, but lighters are my usual go to. Especially if there's any wind at all.
I second this !! I was introduced to beeswax hemp rope a couple of months ago and it is far superior IMO. It stays lit in conditions when a match or lighter won't and the small flame is easier to control over the bowl. I dropped in to a pot shop a couple of days ago to pick up a roll of the stuff but they were all sold out.
man, sold out - I'm still burnin' through the free samples - Gotta get a roll - I like the thicker guage
Yeah. Too soon and I taste sulphur.. Farts and tobacco are not compatible.
You all are making me want to try this out now. I saw some on Amazon...
@Effortlessdepths is this similar to what you are using?
Hemplights Hemp Wick Lighter 2 Pack Wrapper, Includes 8FT Hemp Wick USA (Black/Grey) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DKF46M7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_fabt1_3CxVFbWB6EKZF?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
@Effortlessdepths is this similar to what you are using?
Hemplights Hemp Wick Lighter 2 Pack Wrapper, Includes 8FT Hemp Wick USA (Black/Grey) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DKF46M7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_fabt1_3CxVFbWB6EKZF?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Yes, but make sure the actual hemp rope source is from a reliable US based company - I think there are like 3 companies that mfr the rope in USA like Humboldt
Okay thank you @wintergarden
I'm just curious, is the stuff made outside the US just complete shite? Can you tell by the burning characteristics?
Butane for me. I know letting a fluid lighter go for a few seconds lets some of the stench burn off, but I like being able to fire up ASAP. Used to go with matches at times, but I usually don't keep an ashtray handy.
100% - I used these back in 2010 and they came from Spain, Asia; you can definitely see, smell, and taste the difference. Some of them produce so much filthy toxic soot that I'd say avoid the product altogehter - but luckily you can source some quality goods. I think Spain was okay
Ah yes, the bundle of wick I was looking to purchase was actually made in China, I'm glad you said something! I actually found some made in the USA for a good price, I'll give that a shot. Thanks again.