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I have to ask. It's just one of those pipes that doesn't do it for me.
I have to ask. It's just one of those pipes that doesn't do it for me.
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What's the Appeal of a Churchwarden?
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I've had a few throughout the years, but they just became too cumbersome.
I like the aesthetics of a churchwarden but dislike the utility.
must for the lotr fans. as much as i love the books, didn't care too much for the movies nor the churchwardens.
2 big plusses for me:
Really not a bad choice if you plan on sitting, but unwieldy if you're planning on walking.
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G
- Less smoke in your eyes
- Cooler smoke in your mouth - more distance for it to cool down the stem. I use mine for hotter burning Virginias.
Really not a bad choice if you plan on sitting, but unwieldy if you're planning on walking.
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G
If you’re a Hobbit they make you look taller.
If you’re a Wizard they make you look wiser.
If you’re like most of the rest of us they make you feel like a Hobbit or a Wizard, but otherwise they’re mostly a PITA.
They do smoke nicely though. Just not enough to make them worth the bother for most people, me included.
I have one but it gets smoked only once in a while.
If you’re a Wizard they make you look wiser.
If you’re like most of the rest of us they make you feel like a Hobbit or a Wizard, but otherwise they’re mostly a PITA.
They do smoke nicely though. Just not enough to make them worth the bother for most people, me included.
I have one but it gets smoked only once in a while.
If you're trying to do something, clench, etc. I can see why they might not be the best choice.
If you're just sitting and relaxing I see them as 0% more difficult or cumbersome than any other pipe.
In fact they may be less cumbersome if you're sitting down as I often slouch a bit, hold the stem loosely with my teeth, and let the bowl rest on my chest leaving both hands free. Also, less smoke in the face is a nice bonus.
If you're just sitting and relaxing I see them as 0% more difficult or cumbersome than any other pipe.
In fact they may be less cumbersome if you're sitting down as I often slouch a bit, hold the stem loosely with my teeth, and let the bowl rest on my chest leaving both hands free. Also, less smoke in the face is a nice bonus.
Cool factor.
Comfy for driving: just rest my arm on the, well, armrest and sip from it with minimal movements of both head and arm.
Smallish bowls.
Not for clenchers, though. I don't clench, so that's no deal breaker for me.
Comfy for driving: just rest my arm on the, well, armrest and sip from it with minimal movements of both head and arm.
Smallish bowls.
Not for clenchers, though. I don't clench, so that's no deal breaker for me.
Like a huge calabash, I find them to prioritize style over substance.
I just like the style. Seems thoughtful. When I plan not to move much, and just think. If I have a three pipe problem. That sort of thing.
I just like the style. Seems thoughtful. When I plan not to move much, and just think. If I have a three pipe problem. That sort of thing.
You can lunt with one, no problem, unless you need to carry stuff in your hands or use a cane.
Really, if one wants to smoke one, one makes it adapt to one's activities. Too much of a hassle? Well, when I started carrying a cane it was a hassle too, now it's like a third foot I barely notice.
I have to provide a caveat emptor here, though: long stem does not necessarily guarantee cool smoke. I've burned the hell out of my mouth with a churchwarden.
Yep, love a churchwarden while driving. And while sitting around doing nothing but smoking.
I like them alot. May be psychological, but I do find they smoke cooler. In addition, they keep the smoke out of your face. Some are still light enough to clench, but many are long enough that you don't NEED to clench, you just sit with your hand on your leg. Definitely not a pipe for smoking while moving around, but I rarely move and smoke anyway.
All that being said, I'll be honest, I like them mostly for the aesthetics, and because they make me feel hobbity as hell.
All that being said, I'll be honest, I like them mostly for the aesthetics, and because they make me feel hobbity as hell.
They're great for sticking out the window while smoking, instead of stinking up the rectory.
Haha yes, and patrolling the cathedral grounds without an impeded view!
They also tuck nicely into a belt while slaughtering orcs across the land until you save the world.
Conversely, I could ask: what's the appeal of nosewarmers? They seem to be the rage nowadays.
I would also like to know. Not only odd looking, but super annoying! I steer clear of anything under 5.5Conversely, I could ask: what's the appeal of nosewarmers? They seem to be the rage nowadays.
Yes they do! Both mine are solid 90+ minute smokers.Auenlands have near magnum depth chambers.
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