Total pipe Noob and I don't even know where to start

[RenoH414]

Thanks for keeping the info flowing guys. Anything else you guys think of just throw it out here. You gotta love this forum. The single best source of info for us lovers of the leaf. No matter if you like it rolled up or cut up a guy can always get his questions answered here!!

I did put my name down for the Noob sampler trade so I'm gonna order up a couple cobs and see what this hobby is all about. When I find a willing EPS im gonna have fun.

Seems like such a great hobby and a way for me to re-connect with childhood memories of Hero's gone by. The uncle I refered to earlier was on the beach on D-Day. I never once heard of him speak of that time. I can't imagine what those brave young men saw that day. He will always be a hero in my book. My first bowl will be dedicated to that man and all the men who have came and went before and after him. I love this country!!

Reno

[Lynn]

Ha ha, not just yet.... maybe once I get through all the stuff Tobias bombed me with in his pipe quotes contest! Just like with cigars, half the fun is in experimenting and trying new stuff.

YA know about @Tobias bombed me excuse..been there..got that...

[RenoH414]

So do you guys use stick matches to light your pipes? I have torch lighters for cigars but it seems they may be a little rough on pipes to use them.

Reno

[JustTroItIn]

So do you guys use stick matches to light your pipes? I have torch lighters for cigars but it seems they may be a little rough on pipes to use them.

Reno

Always use a soft flame. Matches work great. I used strictly Bics for over a year, though you will need to use care if you don't want to char the rim. I just recently picked up a Zippo pipe lighter and it works great.

[RenoH414]

Always use a soft flame. Matches work great. I used strictly Bics for over a year, though you will need to use care if you don't want to char the rim. I just recently picked up a Zippo pipe lighter and it works great.

I have regular Zippos. Is there a diff between them and a pipe Zippo? Sorry for the dumb questions. Lol

[JustTroItIn]

A pipe Zippo has a different insert than a standard Zippo. It can be placed level over the bowl of the pipe which helps contain the flame in the bowl.

[RenoH414]

A pipe Zippo has a different insert than a standard Zippo. It can be placed level over the bowl of the pipe which helps contain the flame in the bowl.

Thanks brother. That makes perfect sense. I'll be on the lookout for one.

Reno

[Branzig]

Thanks brother. That makes perfect sense. I'll be on the lookout for one.

Reno

I have like 5 pipe Zippos, great great lighters. I also have 3 or 4 regular Zippos that I use with my pipes as well just fine. The secrete is to tilt your pipe about 45 degrees before lighting it when using a lighter that isn't intended to be used with pipes. This gives you enough room to get the flame in the bowl without burning the holy jeebus out of your finger, it also keeps the flame away from the rim. Just make sure to take the flame away from the pipe after each puff and you're in business.

With that being said, whenever possible I use wooden matches. The lower heat from the wood matches helps keep the tobacco's integrity more because it doesn't scorch the tobacco. It also offers a much cooler smoke on the relight.

The only time I have ever used a torch lighter was while on the Pacific coast. The wind is just too much. And I only use one with cobs...if that torch touches anything briar...bye bye finish and hello black rim char.

[RenoH414]

This is why I love this forum. Guys are so willing to help out a Noob and not be condescending.

Thank you guys.

Reno

[Lostmason]

check out Zippo's site for the pipe lighter inserts.You might be able to save a buck or two.