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Buying my first pipe

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  • 11-10-2012 8:35pm
    #1
    stevoman
    Registered Users Posts: 3,041 ✭✭✭


    So tomorrow im think im going to buy my first pipe snd kit needed online. I just want a quick piece of advice. Im thinking about buying a "10 minute pipe". Its on careys store online and its about €30 odd.

    Im just wondering is this a good place to start and a smart choice? Basically any smoking i intent doing is while sitting down for a short break while out walking dogs etc.

    Any advice appreciated.


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    P. Breathnach
    Registered Users Posts: 12,089 ✭✭✭✭P. Breathnach


    I don't know Carey's pipes at all, so I can't say if it's a good choice or not. I want to remind you that you will also need pipe cleaners and a pipe-smoker's companion (that is the 3-in-1 tool incorporating reamer, tamper, and spike).

    Good luck with the new venture.


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    stevoman
    Registered Users Posts: 3,041 ✭✭✭stevoman


    http://www.eacarey.co.uk/shop/carey-10-minute-full-bent-billiard.html

    Thats the link, yeah i have filters, 3 in 1 tool and cleaners and i hope im right then. Fingers crossed!

    i dont want to spend mad money on a pipe yet until i get used to it so i thought this small pipe might be a good place to start.


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    stevoman
    Registered Users Posts: 3,041 ✭✭✭stevoman


    Pipe purchased, cleaners, filters and 3 in 1 also.

    I also bought a pouch if this stuff. http://www.eacarey.co.uk/shop/tobacco/mclintock-black-cherry-50g.html i have read around that cherry flavoured pipe tobacco is nice, it comes up again and again so i said id give it a bash whilst i was ordering the other stuff. Now all i need is for it to arrive and learn how to use it all. :)


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    horsemaster
    Registered Users Posts: 123 ✭✭horsemaster


    Bet you are excited! If you packed it too tight, it will mean you might get smoke and hence tongue bites. A bit of experimentation and you will get the idea smoke. I usually use a tamper to do my charing light and then light it again. This gives it an even smoke. Your bowl may get hot so puff lightly until you get a cake inside it. Thats why many smokers will only pack their pipes halfway for the first few smokes. Enjoy your new hobby!


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    Churchwarden
    Registered Users Posts: 41 ✭Churchwarden


    This is what I have so far. My last collection was far superior


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    horsemaster
    Registered Users Posts: 123 ✭✭horsemaster


    Churchwarden wrote: »
    This is what I have so far. My last collection was far superior


    Great looking pipes there! I was wondering if you knew what wood they were made from? My wooden pipes are all made from briar. I think I see some Ukrainian pipes in your collection. All beautiful pipes!


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    Faith+1
    Registered Users Posts: 3,674 ✭✭✭Faith+1


    Nice collection ChurchWarden


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