I like this guy. New to the pipe. I'm quitting cigarettes because I no longer enjoy them , I feel more like scratching an itch then relaxing. yet I love tobacco so now I'm seeking the fine arts involved, this guy got it figured out
Same here, smoked cigarettes for 20 years, decided recently that was enough, I have been off them for 3 weeks so far. I also enjoy tobacco, and I have discovered that pipe smoking is a excellent way to do so, with greatly reduced health risks (compared to cigarettes)
bruce jordan hey mate; I gave up the cigs using Allen Carr’s - easy way to quit smoking - and it was easy!! He does mention that quitting all smoking is quitting... I actually did for 3 years and am now smoking the pipe because it’s more pleasant and I don’t draw back; so can get the nice pleasure and enjoy the patience of the pipe.. 🙏🏼💦
New pipe smoker here. Your channel is the best and has helped me tremendously. I like that you don't force your opinions on anyone, even though we agree on everything so far, lol. I seem to be a wet smoker myself and I enjoy my pipes better with a filter. I change them every two or three bowls. P.S. Who the heck downvotes these vids? 5 people are just negative and don't like anything I suppose...
Tom Miller - thank you my friend, I tend to go back and forth sometimes I use them sometimes I don't, I am currently using them. Yeah, about the thumbs down, I have troll groupies, most of my videos have 8, but really it doesn't bother me. 👍👍👍
i know im asking the wrong place but does anybody know of a tool to get back into an Instagram account? I was stupid lost my password. I love any tricks you can give me!
Not sure if anyone has already touched on this in the comments, but here in Canada we also have the Brigham brand which is known to use a rock maple "distillator", essentially a hollowed wooden dowel with a press-fit metal end. These are meant to cut down the moisture and acid from the smoke. It does seem to help and I enjoy them a lot. Happy piping!
@@davidarbelaez4395 I get it David, I get it. Now that I've noticed that common American error*, I can't not notice it wherever I see it and it bugs my brain. I know some people won't get this but it's the opposite of _wanting_ to notice this stuff - I'd love for it to not bug me whenever I see it, that's the point! It's like seeing a wonky painting hung on a wall-it doesn't _matter_ but your brain's compelled to straighten it up. *specifically American because it's those accents that pronounce "then" and "than" the same way; I'm English and the words don't sound the same thus people don't mix them up (I'm saying this because I know some will take offence and think I'm picking on their nationality)
MoonlitVibe not necessarily. The American accent varies greatly from state to state, and in some areas it varies from town to town - sort of like birmies sound much different than Londoners. I Southern California people from the San Fernando valley have a completely different accent that those people hailing from Fresno, and they’re quite close to one another.
Very good explanation, sir! I always recommend a filtered pipe (specifically a 9mm filtered pipe and charcoal filters) for new and nearly new pipe smokers. Once you've gotten the hang of smoking a pipe with a filter in place, you can always smoke a filtered pipe without a filter in place to see if you find it more or less enjoyable. I find that filters lessen tongue-bite and don't affect the taste detrimentally. In fact, I find that filters help to focus the taste of the tobacco for me. And 9mm charcoal filters virtually eliminate tongue bite. Thanks for all of your informative videos! I know many of us miss your regular content. Hope you are well!
I personally love using filters. Drier smoke, and in some cases, better taste, in my opinion. The 9mm filters even seem to help me keep the smoke temp from getting too hot. Good video!
I would need it. I tried my dad's thick black tobacco. Brutal tasting. I want to try a pipe and need to get a nice one. Normally I smoke rollups and cigars. Even with Rollup's special brand, I get out the tobacconist. Well, I guess it's more so special since the company doesn't really do a lot of business in my country. Either way lovely tobacco and has no additives. German company Pueblo comes dry naturally but is a good smoke. Natural American Spirit is another one I believe but I prefer the Pueblo. Just got a bit nicer taste.
I too use Filters. I am a wet smoker and still a bit of a novice (I started back in around 2017ish but then stepped away and have since returned). I’m also paranoid for my health. I know my risk of cancer won’t go away as long as I’m putting smoke in my mouth, but if I can maximize my chances of removing a big chunk of those carcinogenic materials, I’ll do it. It’s like crossing a busy street. You can’t stop the odds of being struck by a car and dying, but you can be vigilant and see when there’s a big enough gap for you to cross.
Accidentally used a filter that came pre-installed in a pipe (with my daily tobacco) and didnt notice for 3 full bowls! Guess it doesn't always dull flavor haha. Great video!
I don't really notice any loss in flavor, but some people do, my advice to people is try using a filter for a few days, if it improves the pipe smoking experience use them, if not, then don't. 😃😃😃
I, quite honestly, like your presentation. I am 78 years old. I used to smoke cigerettes quite heavily. Turning on to pipes has helped me do away with cigerettes. I am using these activated charcoal filters &I do not inhale. I am learning a lot from your presentation. Thank you!
Well balanced and informative commentary. Only thing I think you could have mentioned for the Dr. Perl 9mm filters is that the blue end goes toward the mouth, not the bowl direction. Some new smokers get confused about that. Otherwise very good video, thanks.
With or without a filter is like choosing to drink coffee white or black or eating a stake rare or medium or well done. Be an individual, make your own choice and enjoy yourself!
Though this video was uploaded more than a year ago, I'd like to my leave my little contribution. I've always been using filters since I bought my first pipe and totally agree with you, there're a huge amount of pipe smokers who simply makes you feel like a rookie when talking about that point. Yes, they had the 'theory' of that any kind of filter takes out all the pleasant aroma of pipe tobacco and that a real 'professional' smoker must never use it. The last thing I was told is that filters were invented by germans to smoke their awful aromatic tobaccos!...no words. That said, I want to mention that the balsa system of almost all Savinelli range are only designed to absorb the moisture, in fact that's the only relevant thing that everyone will notice. I tried to use my pipes without them and felt again that disgusting sensation of being a 'wet smoker', feel so disgusting for can not properly enjoy a good mixture that decided to stop buying more Savinelli pipes. The other kind of filters (cartridges) can be very useful, especially the meerschaum ones, personally I can only use a filter a couple of times and always changing it before the second bowl (let dry the first one, never use it wet). The second kind, are the charcoal ones, just a bit cheaper (I'm talking about bags of 240 pieces) but with these I'd a bad experience, as flavour missing is quite noticeable and they became very wet and dirty just during the first bowl. Trust this info be of any help and thank you for all your uploadings, great channel.
Thanks for this video and the other ones you have posted. By using your guides and advice I was able to smoke my first bowl today. It was spectacular! Keep it up!
Matt, you don't know what that means to me, my goal was to help new pipe smokers get started, and ease the frustration of struggling pipe smokers, I am glad I have been able to help. 👍👍👍😃
i love your being objective, i like it when people express their opinion without forcing a specific point of view as the only right one. keep up your videos, you deserve a lot more views and likes!
I never enjoyed filters until I discovered the charcoal ones, white elephant I use, it helps a lot for my tongue to not get burnt and also reduces the moisture and cleaning a lot. Depending the mood I take the filter out sometimes but overall it’s very good to have the option.. say if I’m reading or studying and know I’ll be using my pipe for a while filter smooths the whole time.. if I’m gonna be chopping wood or something that I want the tobacco “kick” to get goin’ I don’t use filters.
This is the greatest channel I've come across thank you man! I just picked up the pipe to make my cigar puffing life a little more interesting and the depth and vibe of pure senserity are awesome in your videos. I'm enjoying what I'm learning and will keep going down this rabbit hole. Pipe smoking is truly the black powder of tobacco lol
I use 1 or even 2 intertwisted thinner pipe cleaners cut to length. Replace it every smoke. Separate from cleaning with one. Just seems more thick to trap more. Have an opinion on this mutton??
I love you don't make it about snobs but enjoying yourself. It's why I enjoy some of the "cheap" tobaccos more than others while sipping a whiskey/bourbon. You really get the enjoyment of a pipe!
Thank you sir, I really appreciate everything you said from 7:56 on. That sort of straightforward kindness is why I'm subscribed. More people should take that lesson to heart.
Brynn - As you can tell I was a little passionate in this section, I hate it when someone try’s to impose their will on someone else using intimidation, or shame, my point is try smoking a pipe with a filter, and without, both ways are correct, you choose for yourself which one is right for you. 👍👍👍
Since I started watching these videos my knowledge has increased greatly in regards to tobacco knowledge and smoking techniques. Pipe smoking have ruduced my stress greatly and I appreciate these videos for the assistance.
Great video, thanks for posting. Where did you get the LOTR pipe? I know two manufacturer who make them, besides the official merchandise. Can you please give me a website? Like you, I am a big fan of JRR Tolkien
Im not a wet smoker at all but a filter makes me more comfortable, and it is seemingly less harsh. Your videos are so helpful Muttonchop, love them!! just bought a bunch of mason jars and labels for my tobacco because of your vid!!
Muttnchop- thanks for the great video, and thanks for reinforcing that a piper should enjoy it, their own way. I've gotten snide comments over the years over using filters, and choosing aromatics, even though I don't exclusively pick either. Usually it had the effect of me choosing not to interact with that person anymore, but sometimes it makes me feel like I'm a second class piper, even though I know I'm not.
Savinelli has also 9mm balsawood filters. These aren't triangular in profile like their 6mm filters but have a rounded profile. I recommend them highly for every pipe with a 9mm filter system as they provide the best of both worlds: Absolutely no loss of taste, as if smoking filterless, yet moisture (and high nicotine in the case of strong tobaccos) is dealt with splendidly.
I usually use a filter, I enjoy a pipe either way but I find smoking with a filter a better experience. A filter just makes things easier and helps prevent "oops" moments. Nothing ruins a good smoke like a mouthful of ash from the bottom of the bowl lol
I know this is an old video - but you have a great library of information on your channel. Now, I have an auto-immune disorder and am prone to lung issues (and yeah, unfortunately, I have to moderate how many pipes I smoke). I find that 9mm (elephant or 'Big Ben' ) filters, plus keystones in the bottom is the best combo for my usually wet smokes (Montreal is very humid all year). I smoke a lot of Nightcap, Germain's rich dark flake and Bob's Chocolate Flake (my regular smokes), all of which I find slightly wet. It helps tremendously and I don't think it harms the taste at all. I am going to be experimenting with natural chalk granules (food grade, non-toxic) as it's significantly cheaper.
``The more work it is, the less relaxing it is`` Well said, sir 👌! Also, this is one of the clearest video ever made on this topic in my opinion. Thank you for posting this.
How is that going? I'm trying to make that switch now from cigs to pipes now. I have all kinds of pipes, tobaccos, and supplies that I've collected in preparation, so I have no excuses. Hopefully I can learn to enjoy a pipe a day or less eventually.
@@ramsesosirus It is going well. I have a pipe almost every day and I will quit if I ever feel an addiction. It has been positive so far and it doesn't make the house stink.
@@jeffreylewison Cool, great job! I'm on like day 5 without any cigs and been relying on the pipe for my nicotine- probably more than I should but no cigarettes is step 1! I'm starting to taste and enjoy the different tobaccos more as well. Everyone around me has said the pipe tobacco smells much better than cigarettes, some even said it smells good
Muttnchop Piper hello I use a pipe filter with some of my pipes others don't have filter I can go either way with or with out thanks for sharing I want you to have a great weekend I'm here watching the basketball game hope my warriors win happy smoking my friend :)
Very good vid, thanks for sharing !! I only use my pipes with 9mm filters, tried without filters, but my tastebuds are burning and I can't taste the tobacco flavours. For me works only with filters. Much more smoother and cooler smoke and realxing pleasure.
I really like how you talk about smoking being a relaxing, contemplative action. You've painted the picture of it in my mind as a spiritual sort of practice, like meditation. Thank you for sharing!
I’m not new to smokin a pipe but I stopped for a long time n just recently got back into it after about 10 years. I’ve never used filters before but I’m thinkin about givin it a try cuz I’m a wet smoker n I’m goin thru a lot of pipe cleaners. This video was pretty helpful for me👍
Replace the filters after each bowl. If you don't, it will effect the benefits of the filter. Manufacturer recommended. Also, the charcoal 9mm filters are best for reducing tar, nicotine. The balsa isnt bad though.
I'm a new, to semi intermediate pipe smoker. The orthadox Savinelli group are probably not going to like this. I cut a Dr. Grabow 6mm filter down to match the length of the balsa wood. Sometimes I have to cut it a little bit longer to fit the pipe correctly. The paper filter seems to have more of a filtering effect for me.
Very informative thanks for the insight, I'm definitely a wet smoker, and I deal with the tobacco getting in my mouth at times so I will definitely be testing out some filters, thanks!
I've just started using the Vauen (Dr. Pearl) activated charcoal filter. I find it an excellent filter system. I also like the balsa with my Savanelli though I also use a 6mm with this pipe as well. I was surprised to learn how most of the pipes sold in Germany have filter mechanisms. I wonder what the origin of that is. Thanks for the vid!!
Todd Scull - A lot of people say you can't taste the tobacco if you use a filter, but I don't find that to be true in my case, I taste the tobacco the same with, or without a filter. 👍👍👍
I make balsa filters out of the super light contest grade wood. I can really taste the difference a filter adds. Great vids . enjoy them all... Robert.
You sir have the right idea, make it your own. I'm fairly young, 30 years old and am getting into some old school rituals for my relaxation and mental health. I've recently started wet shaving, and the longer process is so much more relaxing than modern shaving methods. It seems that pipe smoking is pretty much along the same lines. I'll continue to watch your videos and suck up all the info and tips that I can.
I like using the 6mm filters, they catch some of the tars and nicotine (maybe even some PG if present (...not sure about that one)) and still let taste and flavor come through. I have 1 pipe that takes 9mm filters and seems to restrict flavor somewhat. I'm sure it'll come in handy with stronger or goopier tobaccos.
I tend to do something weird as a filter. I had an old cotton shirt that i cut small squares out of. It mainly absorbs a lot of moisture. And because it's just a piece of cloth it fits in my corncob pipes
Hey Muttnchop, I enjoy watching your videos please keep them coming. I've been using filters and really enjoy the pipe smoking experience much more than I did before without them, I still enjoy smoking my unfiltered pipes but I find myself smoking my filtered pipes more often.
I enjoy my pipe with a filter in as well, I use a lot less pipe cleaners, and I don't get any loss in taste, much more relaxing. Thanks for viewing my video. 👍👍👍👍😃
Excellent advise to novices, smoke how you feel and enjoy pipe smoking, there is no right way or wrong way in smoking a pipe do it your way advice is always good the decision is yours, thanks for sharing
Thanks, Muttonchop, I like your philosophy about relaxing it and enjoying it. May I though, as a beginner, ask two questions: 1. I using Lorenzettipipe 9mm filters which got green edge and the white edge, which one should be placed closer to the bowl? 2. So are all 6mm filters are actually considered to be the same as savinelli filters? And thanks for the video again.
the filter goes in with the green edge toward the mouthpiece, and away from the bowl. i have never used any other 6mm filter accept the Savinelli filter, but if there are other 6mm filters out there, then they would be shipped different then the Savinelli one. :) :) :)
Excellent information and excellent ending! I mostly use filters in all of my smokes but will sometimes go without depending upon the tobacco. I do see a lot of shaming of folks who use filters. Thanks for standing up!
Great advice. I'm new and I use the Dr Perl Jr filter on my Vaun pipe and the balsa wood on my Savinelli. The flavored are present and the pleasure is there. I also use a Medico filter on some of my corn cobs. Keeps the tobacco from winding up in my mouth. Thanks, brother!
OK... once again from an elderly pipe smoking gentleman (who has, sadly, always tended to be a "wet-smoker"), I'm gonna "let the cat outta the bag" here on a LITTLE TRICK that I've used to solve the tongue bite problem for me... and, it just might work for you, so I'll give away this little "trick" to all my "pipe-smoking brethren" free of charge!... To be PERFECTLY HONEST, the COOLEST, DRIEST smoke that this ole dude ever experiences is in using BOTH a 9mm charcoal filter and a 6mm Savinelli balsa filter SIMULTANEOUSLY in a 9mm churchwarden stem (that is: use BOTH at the same time!)!... The balsa filter absorbs all the moisture, which not only eliminates tongue bite, but, also greatly extends the life of the charcoal filter to at least 2 bowls!... And the balsa filter can be rotated (between 3 or 4 fresh balsa filters), so each can completely air-dry... and, after a few uses, can also be rinsed in vodka, dried, and used over and over again as well!... So, here's the deal: I buy the replacement 9mm bent churchwarden stems (Chinese made) on Amazon... which, BTW, fit only SOME of my Danish, German, and Italian 9mm filtered pipes (ones that have a 0.40" O.D. tenon). Of course, after smoking a bowl, you need to push out the 6mm balsa filter with a LONG pipe cleaner (but that also serves to clean the churchwarden stem with each bowl anyway). Some folks might say, "But, doesn't 2 filters detract from the taste of the tobacco?"... Well , to that, all I can say is: "I can certainly still tell (and enjoy) the differences between all the various blends - Peterson EMP, Plum Pudding, Magnum Opus, Mississippi River, Nightcap, Artisan's Blend, Quiet Nights, etc., etc.... and this trick has GREATLY increased my enjoyment of "pipe smoking, and THAT"S what it's all about - right???? Pipe smoking is about your own "personal enjoyment", NOT copy-catting what someone else TELLS you to do!... Ya gotta do what works for you, so also take what this ole boy says with a grain of salt too - BUT... ya might wanna give the "DOUBLE-FILTER IN A CHURCHWARDEN STEM" a try - because ya just MIGHT like it a lot!... Blessings and happy puffing to you!👍
You don't believe how much I am dying for a phone call or even better smoking a bowl together. The only thing I regret for is that I spent money in pipes that didn't have moist capture.
personally filters are great. i sometimes draw on the pipe i get the taste of ash. maybe its the way i pack my bowl. having a filter stops me from getting a mouth full of ash. and i have to use filters mostly due to my countries climate. i find that my tobacco gets wet rather easily. perks of living in south east asia i guess
There you go.... You encountered a problem, and the solution is using a filter, it burns me up when single minded people would see you change your filter and say "you use a filter, well then you're not a true pipe smoker". Wait a minute, you don't know me, I use a filter to correct a problem I am having, so you're wrong, I am just as much a pipe smoker as you are. Thanks for the great comment.😃😃😃😃
Pipe filters. Step 1-take them out, Step 2- throw them in the trash. Filters are a complete waste of money. 1 dont inhale, 2 prepare your pipe tobacco properly, 3-stop using a wet pipe. Filters serve one purpose. Smoking WET EU area wet blends.
The DR.Perl JR Filter ist a Filter Made by The oldest German Pipe companie called Vauen. Most German Pipesmokers use The Filter, its rather uncommon to Not use a Filter because it delovers a smoother dryer smoke what Germany prefer. I myself Always Like a Filter but only indoors outdoors i want mir taste and Produce less waste. Also enjoy it however but The Filter ist meant to bei used only once. You dont want to much moist trapled in your pipe
I just started smoking a pipe and I'm so happy you have this channel and you explain everything so well even a novice smoker like myself can understand. Thank you sir for these educational videos and God bless
Hey guys, I just bought my first pipe at an antique shop, and know nothing about them. I had never heard of pipe filters until I searched my pipe. I have a medico imported briar pipe, and want to try it out. Could anyone give me some info. First, before I smoke it can I sterilize it? Do I have to get a filter? I smoke for pleasure, typically one cigar a week or every other week but have been curious about pipes for so long, I'm pretty excited. On a final note, mine has an F stamped in the stem. Is this a year stamp? Any info will be appreciated. Thanks gents.
Dr Perl Jr. Filters are getting hard to find and if found they want a lot of 💰 for a small pack. I have 2 stanwell pipes that use the 9mm. I used to purchase them off pipes and cigars but they longer carry them. They ran about 5 bucks for 100 stanwell wants 10 bucks for 10. I like using them because they offer a smooth smoke. I never reuse the filters because it dose change the taste.
I use a little piece of cotton that I place in the stem of my corncob, it's just absorbs a moisture and tar from the smoke, but it doesn't really affect the taste, don't know if it's OK to use this method, but it works, and surprisingly, despite the fact, that the smoke needs to travel through this piece of cotton, I had no issues with the draw
I roll my own filters out of paper, and it works fairly well. There's some videos on UA-cam that tell you the exact dimensions of paper you need to cut to roll a 9mm filter, but the trick is not rolling it too tight or too loose. Too loose, and you not only defeat the purpose of the filter, but you also risk partial combustion of your filter. Too tight, and of course, you aren't going to get a draw, or if you do, there's very little flavor. I tend to switch these filters out every 1-2 bowls because one sheet of 9.5 x 11in printer paper will make about 3-4 filters.
Thanks, mr. I started recently to smoking pipes and bought 9mm filters, never used it because I heard it takes away the flavor, but I'm a wet smoker and i don't like to use pipe cleaner over and over, its not fun and not relaxing indeed. I'll give it a try after your video. God bless you, sir.
Hi muttoncop, thank you for a very informative video. Would you say that the charcoal filter or balsa filter works best for you with your savinelli pipes?
If taste isn't effective, all should learn to use, if it helps remove nicotine. If you have a medical condition that requires a filter, I say you should stop. I am not a smoker nor have I ever been one. I smoke a cigar on occasion and I have a group of friends that get together and smoke pipes and cigars while enjoying man talk and beverages. I thought I would try pipes. I have 2 corn cobs and would like to have a briar. I use your inhale technique and sipping through mouth and out of nose. I am still trying to taste more than smoke. What type of tobacco would be hard to miss the flavor? I thought a filter would make it worse. I am not a wet smoker and I have straight pipes to help. What happens if I forget to bring my filter? I guess I should leave the filterless device in it always. Slowly making progress.
Used to use some ceramic filters for pipes and those were way too expensive. They crack after a while so I use 1½ regular tobacco filters in my pipe these days and blow them out after every use. I don't like moisture and nasty crap to build up in my pipe. While mold probably wouldn't grow in those chemicals, it still scares me. I let my pipe breath and dry out after every use.
This may seem like a weird question, but should I use a filter when smoking herbal blends? Herbal leaves are somewhat finer than tobacco leaves, so do I need to worry about it getting up into the pipe? Though the one problem with doing that is I may lose a bit of the flavor because it isn’t as strong.. What do you think?
Good video! I like how you titled your playlist, "The Art of Pipesmoking." While there are obviously some things that need to be done right like cleaning and deep cleaning, pipesmoking is mainly an art, not really a science per say. When I started pipesmoking I very quickly found that there are widely divergent opinions about some things, which all deserve consideration but you really have to sort through them all and find the best thing for you personally and not shame others for doing things differently.
I’ve tried a few times to enjoy a pipe. But I think I’m starting wrong. Once I light, I feel the heat even though I don’t draw hard. I get a harsh taste and feel it stays in my mouth for hours. That discourages me. I’m not sure if I’m packing wrong, choosing the wrong tobacco or what. I just can’t seem to get to a point where I feel I’m doing it properly to where I can enjoy it.
People get so pretentious about this stuff. I use a filter and don’t care what anyone thinks. I’m fact sometimes I don’t use a filter and I can’t tell much difference
Hey, really nice info!! I have a question, i have an open package of tobacco pipe since 2016 stored in a shoe box. Recently, i´ve tried to smoke it, but it seems it can´t stay "lighted" for so long. Of course it´s dry, but, it´s still "smokeable"? Thank you!
Just wanted to say hi from Croatia. Love your vids very much. I am a new pipe smoker and learned a lot from them. Are you familiar with adapters for 9mm filter pipes so you can smoke them not using a filter? I can not find anything about those on ytube.
So if I have a Peterson with no filter system, can I have a work around for this? Like using those small 6 mm filters for rolling cigarettes for example?
I always use a filter. My filters are ghetto as hell, but more importantly, they work. I simply unroll a cotton ball, I tare off a piece as long as the first digit of my pointer finger, I tare that in half, roll the material to fit down my stem, insert, kinda draw it to the end of the stem by sucking it in a little, and I'm ready to go. It's cheap and easy. It doesn't tone down any flavor, but soaks up a lot of moisture. After I'm done smoking, I simply remove the stem and blow the used filter into a trash can and swab the stem out a little with a q-tip.
I bored a hole in my bowl to allow an airflow which cured my wet problem almost immediately....the extra air drawn through the bottom gives even more flavour.
I like this guy. New to the pipe. I'm quitting cigarettes because I no longer enjoy them , I feel more like scratching an itch then relaxing. yet I love tobacco so now I'm seeking the fine arts involved, this guy got it figured out
I'm asking this question one year later. Did you succeed in stop smoking cigarettes? I hope you did. Happy piping.
Same here, smoked cigarettes for 20 years, decided recently that was enough, I have been off them for 3 weeks so far. I also enjoy tobacco, and I have discovered that pipe smoking is a excellent way to do so, with greatly reduced health risks (compared to cigarettes)
bruce jordan hey mate; I gave up the cigs using Allen Carr’s - easy way to quit smoking - and it was easy!! He does mention that quitting all smoking is quitting... I actually did for 3 years and am now smoking the pipe because it’s more pleasant and I don’t draw back; so can get the nice pleasure and enjoy the patience of the pipe.. 🙏🏼💦
That glorious moustache summoned me here, I dont even smoke pipe!
Absolutely!
Lololol, well.... always a new day to try something new.
Time to get pipe pilled my man
It demands respect!
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New pipe smoker here. Your channel is the best and has helped me tremendously. I like that you don't force your opinions on anyone, even though we agree on everything so far, lol. I seem to be a wet smoker myself and I enjoy my pipes better with a filter. I change them every two or three bowls.
P.S. Who the heck downvotes these vids? 5 people are just negative and don't like anything I suppose...
Tom Miller - thank you my friend, I tend to go back and forth sometimes I use them sometimes I don't, I am currently using them. Yeah, about the thumbs down, I have troll groupies, most of my videos have 8, but really it doesn't bother me. 👍👍👍
Smoking wet has been a on again off again issue for me .
@@kameelelian6044 does it have to do with the tobacco you are using or maybe a bent pipe? Sorry if it's a stupid question, I'm new to pipe smoking
i know im asking the wrong place but does anybody know of a tool to get back into an Instagram account?
I was stupid lost my password. I love any tricks you can give me!
@Jesse Kingston Instablaster ;)
Not sure if anyone has already touched on this in the comments, but here in Canada we also have the Brigham brand which is known to use a rock maple "distillator", essentially a hollowed wooden dowel with a press-fit metal end. These are meant to cut down the moisture and acid from the smoke. It does seem to help and I enjoy them a lot. Happy piping!
I enjoy your videos Muttonchop! You attempt, and do present the topic for the listener to make his own decisions. And for that, I thank you sir.
Andrew Forgrave - you're welcome my friend. 👍👍👍
I would rather smoke a pipe then a cigarette
Gerald Miller - Me to brother, me to. 👍👍👍
That's because you have taste. ;-)
You smoke a cigarette after smoking a pipe. 😉
@@davidarbelaez4395 I get it David, I get it.
Now that I've noticed that common American error*, I can't not notice it wherever I see it and it bugs my brain. I know some people won't get this but it's the opposite of _wanting_ to notice this stuff - I'd love for it to not bug me whenever I see it, that's the point! It's like seeing a wonky painting hung on a wall-it doesn't _matter_ but your brain's compelled to straighten it up.
*specifically American because it's those accents that pronounce "then" and "than" the same way; I'm English and the words don't sound the same thus people don't mix them up (I'm saying this because I know some will take offence and think I'm picking on their nationality)
MoonlitVibe not necessarily. The American accent varies greatly from state to state, and in some areas it varies from town to town - sort of like birmies sound much different than Londoners. I Southern California people from the San Fernando valley have a completely different accent that those people hailing from Fresno, and they’re quite close to one another.
Very good explanation, sir! I always recommend a filtered pipe (specifically a 9mm filtered pipe and charcoal filters) for new and nearly new pipe smokers. Once you've gotten the hang of smoking a pipe with a filter in place, you can always smoke a filtered pipe without a filter in place to see if you find it more or less enjoyable. I find that filters lessen tongue-bite and don't affect the taste detrimentally. In fact, I find that filters help to focus the taste of the tobacco for me. And 9mm charcoal filters virtually eliminate tongue bite. Thanks for all of your informative videos! I know many of us miss your regular content. Hope you are well!
Thanks! I heard you say this on Alan’s Cottage channel and plan to go this way in my first pipe!
I personally love using filters. Drier smoke, and in some cases, better taste, in my opinion. The 9mm filters even seem to help me keep the smoke temp from getting too hot. Good video!
Thank you sir. 😃😃😃
I would need it. I tried my dad's thick black tobacco. Brutal tasting. I want to try a pipe and need to get a nice one. Normally I smoke rollups and cigars. Even with Rollup's special brand, I get out the tobacconist. Well, I guess it's more so special since the company doesn't really do a lot of business in my country. Either way lovely tobacco and has no additives. German company Pueblo comes dry naturally but is a good smoke. Natural American Spirit is another one I believe but I prefer the Pueblo. Just got a bit nicer taste.
I too use Filters. I am a wet smoker and still a bit of a novice (I started back in around 2017ish but then stepped away and have since returned). I’m also paranoid for my health. I know my risk of cancer won’t go away as long as I’m putting smoke in my mouth, but if I can maximize my chances of removing a big chunk of those carcinogenic materials, I’ll do it.
It’s like crossing a busy street. You can’t stop the odds of being struck by a car and dying, but you can be vigilant and see when there’s a big enough gap for you to cross.
MEN, I came here for my personal growth, and WHAT A VIDEO!
Strakos0 - Thank you my friend. 👍👍👍
And WOMEN?
Well done sir, embrace masculinity and reject modernity!
@@WilliamRepshersaid from the UA-cam comment section
I am not a fan of filters but if you use one and you enjoy your pipe more with it that's what you should do:)
Finally someone with a good taste no filters 😅
I almost never use a filter... But I have said it before, and I'll say it again... *It's your dang pipe - smoke it the way YOU want to smoke it*
Here here
Accidentally used a filter that came pre-installed in a pipe (with my daily tobacco) and didnt notice for 3 full bowls! Guess it doesn't always dull flavor haha. Great video!
I don't really notice any loss in flavor, but some people do, my advice to people is try using a filter for a few days, if it improves the pipe smoking experience use them, if not, then don't. 😃😃😃
I, quite honestly, like your presentation. I am 78 years old. I used to smoke cigerettes quite heavily. Turning on to pipes has helped me do away with cigerettes. I am using these activated charcoal filters &I do not inhale. I am learning a lot from your presentation. Thank you!
Well balanced and informative commentary. Only thing I think you could have mentioned for the Dr. Perl 9mm filters is that the blue end goes toward the mouth, not the bowl direction. Some new smokers get confused about that. Otherwise very good video, thanks.
With or without a filter is like choosing to drink coffee white or black or eating a stake rare or medium or well done. Be an individual, make your own choice and enjoy yourself!
Though this video was uploaded more than a year ago, I'd like to my leave my little contribution. I've always been using filters since I bought my first pipe and totally agree with you, there're a huge amount of pipe smokers who simply makes you feel like a rookie when talking about that point. Yes, they had the 'theory' of that any kind of filter takes out all the pleasant aroma of pipe tobacco and that a real 'professional' smoker must never use it. The last thing I was told is that filters were invented by germans to smoke their awful aromatic tobaccos!...no words.
That said, I want to mention that the balsa system of almost all Savinelli range are only designed to absorb the moisture, in fact that's the only relevant thing that everyone will notice. I tried to use my pipes without them and felt again that disgusting sensation of being a 'wet smoker', feel so disgusting for can not properly enjoy a good mixture that decided to stop buying more Savinelli pipes. The other kind of filters (cartridges) can be very useful, especially the meerschaum ones, personally I can only use a filter a couple of times and always changing it before the second bowl (let dry the first one, never use it wet). The second kind, are the charcoal ones, just a bit cheaper (I'm talking about bags of 240 pieces) but with these I'd a bad experience, as flavour missing is quite noticeable and they became very wet and dirty just during the first bowl. Trust this info be of any help and thank you for all your uploadings, great channel.
Thanks for this video and the other ones you have posted. By using your guides and advice I was able to smoke my first bowl today. It was spectacular! Keep it up!
Matt, you don't know what that means to me, my goal was to help new pipe smokers get started, and ease the frustration of struggling pipe smokers, I am glad I have been able to help. 👍👍👍😃
I'm just getting into pipe smoking I'm so glad I found your Channel because you helped me out a lot look forward to seeing all your videos
nicholas lee - welcome my friend, I consider my channel the first UA-cam pipe club, so welcome to the club. 👍👍👍
pocketz _ check out George Bruno too - sultan of silver - 🇦🇺
i love your being objective, i like it when people express their opinion without forcing a specific point of view as the only right one. keep up your videos, you deserve a lot more views and likes!
Dimitri Balerinas - thank you my friend, I appreciate the kind words. 👍👍👍
I wish this guy would start releasing some videos again! just ordered my first pipe and this channel is tremendously helpful.
He did buddy
@@hristokolev6016 He did what?
Great pointers. I have never noticed a loss of flavor with filters...but they do give me a nice dryer smoke.
I never enjoyed filters until I discovered the charcoal ones, white elephant I use, it helps a lot for my tongue to not get burnt and also reduces the moisture and cleaning a lot. Depending the mood I take the filter out sometimes but overall it’s very good to have the option.. say if I’m reading or studying and know I’ll be using my pipe for a while filter smooths the whole time.. if I’m gonna be chopping wood or something that I want the tobacco “kick” to get goin’ I don’t use filters.
Dude. You my favorite pipe guru on the net. Well at least the top three.
Thank you for your videos. I feel like it’s a brother sharing his knowledge.
This is the greatest channel I've come across thank you man! I just picked up the pipe to make my cigar puffing life a little more interesting and the depth and vibe of pure senserity are awesome in your videos. I'm enjoying what I'm learning and will keep going down this rabbit hole.
Pipe smoking is truly the black powder of tobacco lol
I use 1 or even 2 intertwisted thinner pipe cleaners cut to length. Replace it every smoke. Separate from cleaning with one. Just seems more thick to trap more. Have an opinion on this mutton??
I love you don't make it about snobs but enjoying yourself. It's why I enjoy some of the "cheap" tobaccos more than others while sipping a whiskey/bourbon. You really get the enjoyment of a pipe!
Oh that was a pretty Lord of the rings pipe.
You’re still helping people in late 2021. Appreciate your opinion. Helped me decide what i wanted. Filter or no filter? Im set on my decision now.
St. Muttonchop. The revered patron saint of all young pipe smokers.
Thank you sir, I really appreciate everything you said from 7:56 on. That sort of straightforward kindness is why I'm subscribed. More people should take that lesson to heart.
Brynn - As you can tell I was a little passionate in this section, I hate it when someone try’s to impose their will on someone else using intimidation, or shame, my point is try smoking a pipe with a filter, and without, both ways are correct, you choose for yourself which one is right for you. 👍👍👍
Since I started watching these videos my knowledge has increased greatly in regards to tobacco knowledge and smoking techniques. Pipe smoking have ruduced my stress greatly and I appreciate these videos for the assistance.
Great video, thanks for posting. Where did you get the LOTR pipe? I know two manufacturer who make them, besides the official merchandise. Can you please give me a website? Like you, I am a big fan of JRR Tolkien
Vauen from Nürnberg 😉
Im not a wet smoker at all but a filter makes me more comfortable, and it is seemingly less harsh. Your videos are so helpful Muttonchop, love them!! just bought a bunch of mason jars and labels for my tobacco because of your vid!!
Riley C - Thats great to hear Riley. Smoking with a filter has really improved my enjoyment of the Hobby. 👍👍👍
Muttnchop- thanks for the great video, and thanks for reinforcing that a piper should enjoy it, their own way. I've gotten snide comments over the years over using filters, and choosing aromatics, even though I don't exclusively pick either. Usually it had the effect of me choosing not to interact with that person anymore, but sometimes it makes me feel like I'm a second class piper, even though I know I'm not.
This channel is so great. So glad I found it. When I started looking into piping this is he first channel I found and it’s still the best.
Savinelli has also 9mm balsawood filters. These aren't triangular in profile like their 6mm filters but have a rounded profile. I recommend them highly for every pipe with a 9mm filter system as they provide the best of both worlds: Absolutely no loss of taste, as if smoking filterless, yet moisture (and high nicotine in the case of strong tobaccos) is dealt with splendidly.
Ian Cavon - I have seen these, but I have never tried them, thanks for the information my friend. 😃😃😃
I usually use a filter, I enjoy a pipe either way but I find smoking with a filter a better experience. A filter just makes things easier and helps prevent "oops" moments. Nothing ruins a good smoke like a mouthful of ash from the bottom of the bowl lol
I know this is an old video - but you have a great library of information on your channel. Now, I have an auto-immune disorder and am prone to lung issues (and yeah, unfortunately, I have to moderate how many pipes I smoke). I find that 9mm (elephant or 'Big Ben' ) filters, plus keystones in the bottom is the best combo for my usually wet smokes (Montreal is very humid all year). I smoke a lot of Nightcap, Germain's rich dark flake and Bob's Chocolate Flake (my regular smokes), all of which I find slightly wet. It helps tremendously and I don't think it harms the taste at all. I am going to be experimenting with natural chalk granules (food grade, non-toxic) as it's significantly cheaper.
``The more work it is, the less relaxing it is``
Well said, sir 👌! Also, this is one of the clearest video ever made on this topic in my opinion. Thank you for posting this.
Exactly, and thanks. 😃😃😃👍
The best way to smoke (or drink whiskey or do any other thing) is the way that you enjoy it best.
I quit cigarettes for 14 years and just started a casual 1 bowl a day pipe. It relaxes me and I think I can limit my use.
How is that going? I'm trying to make that switch now from cigs to pipes now. I have all kinds of pipes, tobaccos, and supplies that I've collected in preparation, so I have no excuses. Hopefully I can learn to enjoy a pipe a day or less eventually.
@@ramsesosirus It is going well. I have a pipe almost every day and I will quit if I ever feel an addiction. It has been positive so far and it doesn't make the house stink.
@@jeffreylewison Cool, great job! I'm on like day 5 without any cigs and been relying on the pipe for my nicotine- probably more than I should but no cigarettes is step 1! I'm starting to taste and enjoy the different tobaccos more as well. Everyone around me has said the pipe tobacco smells much better than cigarettes, some even said it smells good
@@ramsesosirus
Just remember to not inhale into the lungs and to smoke while relaxing and not because you need to relax.
you seem like a smashing guy to talk and have a beer with. videos are great, buying my first pipe soon
Thanks again good sir! I want my next pipe to be filtered so I can compare. Great advice 👍😊
Thanks A.H. 👍👍👍😃
Love your non-judge mental attitude!! Your have the gift of encouragement!!
Muttnchop Piper hello I use a pipe filter with some of my pipes others don't have filter I can go either way with or with out thanks for sharing I want you to have a great weekend I'm here watching the basketball game hope my warriors win happy smoking my friend :)
Thanks for the comment Pete.😃😃👍
Very good vid, thanks for sharing !! I only use my pipes with 9mm filters, tried without filters, but my tastebuds are burning and I can't taste the tobacco flavours. For me works only with filters. Much more smoother and cooler smoke and realxing pleasure.
Tamás Kalmár - cool, I like filters from time to time myself. 👍👍👍
I really like how you talk about smoking being a relaxing, contemplative action. You've painted the picture of it in my mind as a spiritual sort of practice, like meditation. Thank you for sharing!
I’m not new to smokin a pipe but I stopped for a long time n just recently got back into it after about 10 years. I’ve never used filters before but I’m thinkin about givin it a try cuz I’m a wet smoker n I’m goin thru a lot of pipe cleaners. This video was pretty helpful for me👍
Replace the filters after each bowl. If you don't, it will effect the benefits of the filter. Manufacturer recommended. Also, the charcoal 9mm filters are best for reducing tar, nicotine. The balsa isnt bad though.
I'm a new, to semi intermediate pipe smoker. The orthadox Savinelli group are probably not going to like this. I cut a Dr. Grabow 6mm filter down to match the length of the balsa wood. Sometimes I have to cut it a little bit longer to fit the pipe correctly. The paper filter seems to have more of a filtering effect for me.
oceanic0809 - whatever it takes for you to enjoy pipe smoking is what it takes, 👍👍👍
Very informative thanks for the insight, I'm definitely a wet smoker, and I deal with the tobacco getting in my mouth at times so I will definitely be testing out some filters, thanks!
Craig Cooper - you're welcome my friend. 👍👍👍
You are THE BEST!!!! Thank you for educating and enlightening, Muttnchop!
Barry Becker - Anytime my friend, it's been my pleasure. 👍👍👍
I've just started using the Vauen (Dr. Pearl) activated charcoal filter. I find it an excellent filter system. I also like the balsa with my Savanelli though I also use a 6mm with this pipe as well. I was surprised to learn how most of the pipes sold in Germany have filter mechanisms. I wonder what the origin of that is. Thanks for the vid!!
Todd Scull - A lot of people say you can't taste the tobacco if you use a filter, but I don't find that to be true in my case, I taste the tobacco the same with, or without a filter. 👍👍👍
Thank you for sharing.
I make balsa filters out of the super light contest grade wood. I can really taste the difference a filter adds. Great vids . enjoy them all... Robert.
You sir have the right idea, make it your own. I'm fairly young, 30 years old and am getting into some old school rituals for my relaxation and mental health. I've recently started wet shaving, and the longer process is so much more relaxing than modern shaving methods. It seems that pipe smoking is pretty much along the same lines. I'll continue to watch your videos and suck up all the info and tips that I can.
I like using the 6mm filters, they catch some of the tars and nicotine (maybe even some PG if present (...not sure about that one)) and still let taste and flavor come through. I have 1 pipe that takes 9mm filters and seems to restrict flavor somewhat. I'm sure it'll come in handy with stronger or goopier tobaccos.
I tend to do something weird as a filter. I had an old cotton shirt that i cut small squares out of. It mainly absorbs a lot of moisture. And because it's just a piece of cloth it fits in my corncob pipes
Hey Muttnchop, I enjoy watching your videos please keep them coming. I've been using filters and really enjoy the pipe smoking experience much more than I did before without them, I still enjoy smoking my unfiltered pipes but I find myself smoking my filtered pipes more often.
I enjoy my pipe with a filter in as well, I use a lot less pipe cleaners, and I don't get any loss in taste, much more relaxing. Thanks for viewing my video. 👍👍👍👍😃
I love the end where he wishes you and your family happy piping, it has never not brought a smile to my face.
Bryson Gray - Thank you my friend, I enjoy saying it. 👍👍👍
Excellent advise to novices, smoke how you feel and enjoy pipe smoking, there is no right way or wrong way in smoking a pipe do it your way advice is always good the decision is yours, thanks for sharing
Hi, may I ask you to explain the right direction to put in an vauen 9mm pipe filter, it has a white head and a blue head.
Blue part goes to your mouth, ceramic (White Part) is heat resistant and goes to the pipe bowl ✌🏼
Thanks, Muttonchop, I like your philosophy about relaxing it and enjoying it.
May I though, as a beginner, ask two questions:
1. I using Lorenzettipipe 9mm filters which got green edge and the white edge, which one should be placed closer to the bowl?
2. So are all 6mm filters are actually considered to be the same as savinelli filters?
And thanks for the video again.
the filter goes in with the green edge toward the mouthpiece, and away from the bowl. i have never used any other 6mm filter accept the Savinelli filter, but if there are other 6mm filters out there, then they would be shipped different then the Savinelli one. :) :) :)
I usually use a filter for my pipe and it’s great. Just joyful. ✌️🥃🔥☺️
Excellent information and excellent ending! I mostly use filters in all of my smokes but will sometimes go without depending upon the tobacco. I do see a lot of shaming of folks who use filters. Thanks for standing up!
Your welcome Kim, thanks for viewing my videos. 👍👍👍😃
Thank you! 🙏👍
Great advice. I'm new and I use the Dr Perl Jr filter on my Vaun pipe and the balsa wood on my Savinelli. The flavored are present and the pleasure is there. I also use a Medico filter on some of my corn cobs. Keeps the tobacco from winding up in my mouth. Thanks, brother!
It's my pleasure my friend. 😎😎😎😎😃
Best pipe smoking channel hands down.
OK... once again from an elderly pipe smoking gentleman (who has, sadly, always tended to be a "wet-smoker"), I'm gonna "let the cat outta the bag" here on a LITTLE TRICK that I've used to solve the tongue bite problem for me... and, it just might work for you, so I'll give away this little "trick" to all my "pipe-smoking brethren" free of charge!... To be PERFECTLY HONEST, the COOLEST, DRIEST smoke that this ole dude ever experiences is in using BOTH a 9mm charcoal filter and a 6mm Savinelli balsa filter SIMULTANEOUSLY in a 9mm churchwarden stem (that is: use BOTH at the same time!)!... The balsa filter absorbs all the moisture, which not only eliminates tongue bite, but, also greatly extends the life of the charcoal filter to at least 2 bowls!... And the balsa filter can be rotated (between 3 or 4 fresh balsa filters), so each can completely air-dry... and, after a few uses, can also be rinsed in vodka, dried, and used over and over again as well!... So, here's the deal: I buy the replacement 9mm bent churchwarden stems (Chinese made) on Amazon... which, BTW, fit only SOME of my Danish, German, and Italian 9mm filtered pipes (ones that have a 0.40" O.D. tenon). Of course, after smoking a bowl, you need to push out the 6mm balsa filter with a LONG pipe cleaner (but that also serves to clean the churchwarden stem with each bowl anyway). Some folks might say, "But, doesn't 2 filters detract from the taste of the tobacco?"... Well , to that, all I can say is: "I can certainly still tell (and enjoy) the differences between all the various blends - Peterson EMP, Plum Pudding, Magnum Opus, Mississippi River, Nightcap, Artisan's Blend, Quiet Nights, etc., etc.... and this trick has GREATLY increased my enjoyment of "pipe smoking, and THAT"S what it's all about - right???? Pipe smoking is about your own "personal enjoyment", NOT copy-catting what someone else TELLS you to do!... Ya gotta do what works for you, so also take what this ole boy says with a grain of salt too - BUT... ya might wanna give the "DOUBLE-FILTER IN A CHURCHWARDEN STEM" a try - because ya just MIGHT like it a lot!... Blessings and happy puffing to you!👍
Anyone who tells me my filter takes away the taste that bull. You still get the full flavors. Great channel sir.
i use natur meerschaum filters in all my pipes. i can recommend them with all honesty to anyone who considers using filters.
You don't believe how much I am dying for a phone call or even better smoking a bowl together. The only thing I regret for is that I spent money in pipes that didn't have moist capture.
FYI: Dr Perl is a brand of German pipe maker Vauen. Not Schuhe who really produces Dr. Perl filters.
personally filters are great. i sometimes draw on the pipe i get the taste of ash. maybe its the way i pack my bowl. having a filter stops me from getting a mouth full of ash. and i have to use filters mostly due to my countries climate. i find that my tobacco gets wet rather easily. perks of living in south east asia i guess
There you go.... You encountered a problem, and the solution is using a filter, it burns me up when single minded people would see you change your filter and say "you use a filter, well then you're not a true pipe smoker". Wait a minute, you don't know me, I use a filter to correct a problem I am having, so you're wrong, I am just as much a pipe smoker as you are. Thanks for the great comment.😃😃😃😃
Been getting gurgling lately, but cleaning my pipe doesnt seem to yield much. Maybe I'll give filters a shot.
I am a newbie. I want to purchase Peterson’s Irish Harp Sandblasted (406) fishtail pipe. Can this take a 9mm filter?
Pipe filters. Step 1-take them out, Step 2- throw them in the trash. Filters are a complete waste of money. 1 dont inhale, 2 prepare your pipe tobacco properly, 3-stop using a wet pipe. Filters serve one purpose. Smoking WET EU area wet blends.
The DR.Perl JR Filter ist a Filter Made by The oldest German Pipe companie called Vauen.
Most German Pipesmokers use The Filter, its rather uncommon to Not use a Filter because it delovers a smoother dryer smoke what Germany prefer.
I myself Always Like a Filter but only indoors outdoors i want mir taste and Produce less waste.
Also enjoy it however but The Filter ist meant to bei used only once.
You dont want to much moist trapled in your pipe
I just started smoking a pipe and I'm so happy you have this channel and you explain everything so well even a novice smoker like myself can understand. Thank you sir for these educational videos and God bless
sag212003 - You are more then welcome my friend. 👍👍👍
Hey guys, I just bought my first pipe at an antique shop, and know nothing about them. I had never heard of pipe filters until I searched my pipe. I have a medico imported briar pipe, and want to try it out. Could anyone give me some info. First, before I smoke it can I sterilize it? Do I have to get a filter? I smoke for pleasure, typically one cigar a week or every other week but have been curious about pipes for so long, I'm pretty excited. On a final note, mine has an F stamped in the stem. Is this a year stamp? Any info will be appreciated. Thanks gents.
Dr Perl Jr. Filters are getting hard to find and if found they want a lot of 💰 for a small pack. I have 2 stanwell pipes that use the 9mm. I used to purchase them off pipes and cigars but they longer carry them. They ran about 5 bucks for 100 stanwell wants 10 bucks for 10. I like using them because they offer a smooth smoke. I never reuse the filters because it dose change the taste.
I sow a video where you where installing a shrinkable cover in to the tip of the pipe. Can you provide the name of the video?
Carlos Garza - An alternative to Softy Bits. 👍👍👍
I use a little piece of cotton that I place in the stem of my corncob, it's just absorbs a moisture and tar from the smoke, but it doesn't really affect the taste, don't know if it's OK to use this method, but it works, and surprisingly, despite the fact, that the smoke needs to travel through this piece of cotton, I had no issues with the draw
Steinn Bjorn - I have never heard of doing this, but if it works that’s great, might give it a try myself, thanks for sharing. 👍👍👍
I'm sure Aragorn, Gandalf and the Hobbits never used filters... LOL! I've tried filters. For me they dull the flavor. Cool topic!
Thanks Eric. 👍👍👍😎
I roll my own filters out of paper, and it works fairly well. There's some videos on UA-cam that tell you the exact dimensions of paper you need to cut to roll a 9mm filter, but the trick is not rolling it too tight or too loose. Too loose, and you not only defeat the purpose of the filter, but you also risk partial combustion of your filter. Too tight, and of course, you aren't going to get a draw, or if you do, there's very little flavor. I tend to switch these filters out every 1-2 bowls because one sheet of 9.5 x 11in printer paper will make about 3-4 filters.
Thanks, mr. I started recently to smoking pipes and bought 9mm filters, never used it because I heard it takes away the flavor, but I'm a wet smoker and i don't like to use pipe cleaner over and over, its not fun and not relaxing indeed. I'll give it a try after your video. God bless you, sir.
Hi muttoncop, thank you for a very informative video.
Would you say that the charcoal filter or balsa filter works best for you with your savinelli pipes?
If taste isn't effective, all should learn to use, if it helps remove nicotine. If you have a medical condition that requires a filter, I say you should stop. I am not a smoker nor have I ever been one. I smoke a cigar on occasion and I have a group of friends that get together and smoke pipes and cigars while enjoying man talk and beverages. I thought I would try pipes. I have 2 corn cobs and would like to have a briar. I use your inhale technique and sipping through mouth and out of nose. I am still trying to taste more than smoke. What type of tobacco would be hard to miss the flavor? I thought a filter would make it worse. I am not a wet smoker and I have straight pipes to help. What happens if I forget to bring my filter? I guess I should leave the filterless device in it always. Slowly making progress.
Used to use some ceramic filters for pipes and those were way too expensive. They crack after a while so I use 1½ regular tobacco filters in my pipe these days and blow them out after every use. I don't like moisture and nasty crap to build up in my pipe. While mold probably wouldn't grow in those chemicals, it still scares me. I let my pipe breath and dry out after every use.
This may seem like a weird question, but should I use a filter when smoking herbal blends? Herbal leaves are somewhat finer than tobacco leaves, so do I need to worry about it getting up into the pipe? Though the one problem with doing that is I may lose a bit of the flavor because it isn’t as strong.. What do you think?
Good video! I like how you titled your playlist, "The Art of Pipesmoking." While there are obviously some things that need to be done right like cleaning and deep cleaning, pipesmoking is mainly an art, not really a science per say. When I started pipesmoking I very quickly found that there are widely divergent opinions about some things, which all deserve consideration but you really have to sort through them all and find the best thing for you personally and not shame others for doing things differently.
I’ve tried a few times to enjoy a pipe. But I think I’m starting wrong. Once I light, I feel the heat even though I don’t draw hard. I get a harsh taste and feel it stays in my mouth for hours. That discourages me. I’m not sure if I’m packing wrong, choosing the wrong tobacco or what. I just can’t seem to get to a point where I feel I’m doing it properly to where I can enjoy it.
People get so pretentious about this stuff. I use a filter and don’t care what anyone thinks. I’m fact sometimes I don’t use a filter and I can’t tell much difference
Hey, really nice info!! I have a question, i have an open package of tobacco pipe since 2016 stored in a shoe box. Recently, i´ve tried to smoke it, but it seems it can´t stay "lighted" for so long. Of course it´s dry, but, it´s still "smokeable"? Thank you!
Just wanted to say hi from Croatia. Love your vids very much. I am a new pipe smoker and learned a lot from them. Are you familiar with adapters for 9mm filter pipes so you can smoke them not using a filter? I can not find anything about those on ytube.
So if I have a Peterson with no filter system, can I have a work around for this? Like using those small 6 mm filters for rolling cigarettes for example?
I always use a filter. My filters are ghetto as hell, but more importantly, they work. I simply unroll a cotton ball, I tare off a piece as long as the first digit of my pointer finger, I tare that in half, roll the material to fit down my stem, insert, kinda draw it to the end of the stem by sucking it in a little, and I'm ready to go. It's cheap and easy. It doesn't tone down any flavor, but soaks up a lot of moisture. After I'm done smoking, I simply remove the stem and blow the used filter into a trash can and swab the stem out a little with a q-tip.
I bored a hole in my bowl to allow an airflow which cured my wet problem almost immediately....the extra air drawn through the bottom gives even more flavour.
Please tell me this guy has a video on how to grow some awesome chops the pipe info is great but I need to know about the chops
😲 I have been looking for a Churchwarden that takes a filter with zero luck where did you find yours?