What Is Your GoTo Pipe Tool ???

[warren]

MrTom: I admire your work ethic, your perseverance.

 

[didimauw]

Sure, for tamping. But when traveling, I like to have a blade, thin poker and tamper at a minimum. (then I'll find I don't need 'em!)

Better to have it and not need it then need it and not have it.

 

[didimauw]

MrTom: I admire your work ethic, your perseverance.

Yeah that's Iike professional talk right there!

 

[SpookedPiper]

I tried the finger thing..what's the trick? That S@#t It burns like hell!

 

[jpmcwjr]

It's probably that your partner's body has a higher acidic component than you. Having a nice layer of ash helps. Also, waiting until you're sure the ember has died will work.

 

[travellersczech]

Czech tool of course! There is however a huge difference in quality between a Czech tool stamped 'MADE IN CZECHOSLOVAKIA' versus one stamped 'MADE IN CZECH REPUBLIC' versus an all together knock-off made in guess where. The original being solid and never having any sharp edges for example. I use a ball peen hammer and an anvil to adjust my Czechoslovakia tool. One small strike with flat side of hammer against the brass hinge of tool to tighten, while one small ball side of hammer strike (tap) directly towards center of hinge to loosen.

 

[augiebd]

I need one of the “MADE IN CZECHOSLOVAKIA” ones! I use a stainless steel folding pipe tool. I like having a tamper, blade and pick available. Also something that is light, durable and is easy to carry in a pocket. I am planning to get a horseshoe nail, just appeals to me.

 

[olkofri]

This:

 

[sablebrush52]

I just use my left index finger.

Ditto, though I sometimes use my right index finder just to keep things interesting.

 

[peregrinus]

Amongst her many artistic skills my wife is a jewelry designer. Once, I mentioned to her that I would like her to make a simple tamper for me in silver sometime.
She surprised me and designed and carved this “tamper” to resemble my favorite cat.
It is 18k gold with genuine Alexandrite's for eyes along with several sapphires and diamonds. To her dismay I can’t bring myself to use it for the intended purpose and so I keep it displayed as sculpture.
Ironically, I use roofing nails most of the time as my everyday tampers.

 

[MrTom]

MrTom: I admire your work ethic, your perseverance.

But sincerely, I've tried to lead the quiet life, minding my own business, doing my work & now I am retired I spend a little time on my hobbies & doing the work of God, Deo Volte.

 

[davek]

I find that a squashed pipe nail or golf tee work very well for me and if i lose them ..it's not a huge loss...

Of course I never lose crap that costs a 1$

Old expression regarding pocket knives, also applies here...

You will lose an expensive knife the first day you carry it, but you can throw a cheap knife out your car window and it will be on your dresser when you get home.

 

[jpmcwjr]

View attachment 6121View attachment 6122View attachment 6123Amongst her many artistic skills my wife is a jewelry designer. Once, I mentioned to her that I would like her to make a simple tamper for me in silver sometime.
She surprised me and designed and carved this “tamper” to resemble my favorite cat.
It is 18k gold with genuine Alexandrite's for eyes along with several sapphires and diamonds. To her dismay I can’t bring myself to use it for the intended purpose and so I keep it displayed as sculpture.
Ironically, I use roofing nails most of the time as my everyday tampers.

In for the win! That is one gorgeous piece of work. I couldn't bring myself to tamp with it either, unless I fixed something to the foot to take the heat.

 

[voorhees]

 

[Marindas]

I use a tool by Firedog that I bought on Amazon, it combines a Czech tool with a leather strap pipe holder. The Czech tool folds up inside the leather strap. Great for out on the patio.

 

[peregrinus]

unless I fixed something to the foot to take the heat.

You are right in assuming gold is a great thermal conductor ( 3rd after #1. silver, #2. copper) but the contact when tamping down burning tobacco is so brief there is little time for any significant heat transfer.

 

[gamzultovah]

This is my setup: the nail goes with me everywhere go, the sterling silver tamper/pick set w/ case stays at home as does the Bakota figural tamper. I like to keep it simple but classy.

 

[Chasing Embers]

I've got these, but they're more for show than actual use.

 

[jpmcwjr]

You are right in assuming gold is a great thermal conductor ( 3rd after #1. silver, #2. copper) but the contact when tamping down burning tobacco is so brief there is little time for any significant heat transfer.

There's enough heat to lift or damage a gold or silver veneer.

 

[tobefrank]

This when I’m at home. A Czech tool when I’m on the go.