Help a Noob out...what pipe should i get?

alley00p · 10-25-2009, 10:15 PM

The first thing, you should do, is scroll down through the threads, here in the "Pipe discussion" area, and read through the thread called "New Pipe Smoker With A Question? Ask an Old Fart".

There are a ton of questions from noobs, and many, many answers from the experienced members of CA who are knowledgeable about all things regarding pipes and tobaccos!

It was one of the first things I did, when I decided to return to pipe smoking!

I'm sure you will get some good advice there!!

Mister Moo · 10-26-2009, 05:52 AM

Get a corncob pipe (Missouri Meerschaum "Legends" are great pipes for novice and experienced smokes alike) and a pouch of Carter Hall or Prince Albert. This is an inexpensive way in with a classic combination of great taste, easy filling, easy lighting and no burn problems.

Briar pipes are attractive but require a little background to make a good selection. If you get a less than optimal brair, like one with stain in the bowl, for example) you get a crappy smoke. If you get a really nice briar you might damage it with a rookie mistake. Get a cob for $5.00 and expect a good enough smoke to help you decide if pipes are for you.

MarkinAZ · 10-26-2009, 07:48 AM

You can try here for a nice selection of cobbs:

http://www.frenchyspipes.com/

10-25-2009, 10:15 PM	#1
alley00p Adopted MassHole Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Charlie Location: HOCKEYTOWN! Posts: 1,770 Trading: (41)	Re: Help a Noob out...what pipe should i get? The first thing, you should do, is scroll down through the threads, here in the "Pipe discussion" area, and read through the thread called "New Pipe Smoker With A Question? Ask an Old Fart". There are a ton of questions from noobs, and many, many answers from the experienced members of CA who are knowledgeable about all things regarding pipes and tobaccos! It was one of the first things I did, when I decided to return to pipe smoking! I'm sure you will get some good advice there!! __________________ Alley00p - I may be a FOG, but I'm still trying to dance!! Just don't trip over my cane!

10-26-2009, 05:52 AM	#2
Mister Moo I barely grok the obvious Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dan Location: Lizard Lick, NC Posts: 1,417 Trading: (3)	Re: Help a Noob out...what pipe should i get? Get a corncob pipe (Missouri Meerschaum "Legends" are great pipes for novice and experienced smokes alike) and a pouch of Carter Hall or Prince Albert. This is an inexpensive way in with a classic combination of great taste, easy filling, easy lighting and no burn problems. Briar pipes are attractive but require a little background to make a good selection. If you get a less than optimal brair, like one with stain in the bowl, for example) you get a crappy smoke. If you get a really nice briar you might damage it with a rookie mistake. Get a cob for $5.00 and expect a good enough smoke to help you decide if pipes are for you. __________________ "I hope you had the time of your life."

10-26-2009, 07:48 AM	#3
MarkinAZ Formerly MarkinOR Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mark Location: Sun City West, AZ Posts: 6,221 Trading: (40)	Re: Help a Noob out...what pipe should i get? You can try here for a nice selection of cobbs: http://www.frenchyspipes.com/ __________________ "Don't worry, God will work out His plan for your life..." Psalm 138 8