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Welcome lovers of tobacco and pipes
If you want to start smoking a pipe and have questions, start by reading the FAQ
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@lemmy.worldHere we go through the frequently asked questions If anyone has additions please write. Let's create a more complete guide together
What does it take to start smoking a pipe?
This is the bare minimum to start enjoying
How often should I clean my pipe
After every smoke.
Do not disassemble your smoking pipe until it has cooled down, otherwise you may damage it.
Ok then which smoking pipe should I buy?
When you go to your local store or online store, you will see many pipe options. The cost of these smoking pipes will vary from a few dollars to infinity. As your first acquaintance, I would recommend an inexpensive smoking pipe - from the cob. This will be enough to get your first experience without spending a lot of money.
We have chosen a pipe, what kind of tobacco should I buy tobacco, you ask me
Going to your favorite internet search engine and typing "tobacco for beginners" will give you a lot of links. But the topic of tobacco is so deep that to describe it in this short FAQ, I will try to write a post in which I will try to convey information in a concise way about tobacco. But I would recommend taking 2 tobaccos, one with Virginia and the second one with Latakia (English blend). These are two tobaccos, they will not reveal the full spectrum of tobaccos to you, but it will be a very good starting point.
You can read more about tobacco in:
Lighter
You can use matches, zippo, etc. But do not use a turbo lighter, there is a chance that you will burn your pipe.
I bought too much tobacco how to store it?
Tobacco is sold in metal cans or in zip bags. In metal cans, provided that it is closed, storage problems should not arise. If it is open, tobacco can dry out. You can use something like a Mason can or ceramic. You will need a sealed jar with a liner, the liner can absorb the smell of tobacco, when you run out of tobacco, replace the lid.
My tobacco is dry, what should I do?
This is not a problem. There are several solutions to this problem. Coming soon
Pipe smoking is safer than cigars or cigarettes
No
Will smoking a pipe help me quit?
No
Pipe paring
Do you distinguish between expensive and cheap pipes, pipes for working and pipes for relaxing? Are you afraid of potential damage or scratches to your nicer pipes, or are they a tool for a job that can and will show some wear?
I bought a Savinelli 109 a couple months ago. I love the smaller dimensions, the light weight and could clench it the whole day!
The issue I have is packing the pipe. The chimney is 17mm (.7") in diameter and 36mm (1.4") deep. I can never get it to smoke to the bottom, despite relighting all the time, and always toss out a good amount of unburnt tobacco at the end.
What could be the issue? Any tips for packing smaller pipes like this?
Maybe someone will be interested in reading.
Do you have one favourite pipe? Why? Why not? What is the story behind your favourite pipe?