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

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/

10-26-2009, 05:52 AM	#1
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	#2
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