How to choose a great pipe!

[Puff nstuff]

Whats a shame is , is that most people theses days dont actually go out and buy a pipe . Most everything is online and its basically pictures and wait and find out

So if its a wait and find out situation , then its just that . As far as a Dunhill pipe , they are very good . The handmade pipes are also very good . Really , a pipe is a chunk of wood with two hole with a stem attached with one hole . Thats all they are and i the briar is cured properly and the holes drilled properly , then theres a good chance of a good smoke . I think Dunhill probably has it figure out and which ever handmade pipe maker too ... but not all

Ive been smoking a pipe since 78 or 79 and have been through every ridiculous " pipe phase " that probably exists and heres what Id suggest . ... Normally , Id say get a Savinelli or a Kaywoodie product but I dont know whats up with Kaywoodie at the moment . Many online site mention specs as far as size and weight , so that may help determine an outcome .

If it were me , as ar as a actory pipe , Id buy a Savinelli . If I were to buy a handmade , Id buy a Randy Wiley , Mark Tinsky or Poul Winslow pipe . Those guys have been at it since the 70's and probably have it figured out by now

I would like to commission a pipe from Randy Wiley but do not know how to reach him being a non-participant in social media.

-sp

His contact info can be found here:

https://pipedia.org/wiki/Wiley

[simplepipes]

Whats a shame is , is that most people theses days dont actually go out and buy a pipe . Most everything is online and its basically pictures and wait and find out

So if its a wait and find out situation , then its just that . As far as a Dunhill pipe , they are very good . The handmade pipes are also very good . Really , a pipe is a chunk of wood with two hole with a stem attached with one hole . Thats all they are and i the briar is cured properly and the holes drilled properly , then theres a good chance of a good smoke . I think Dunhill probably has it figure out and which ever handmade pipe maker too ... but not all

Ive been smoking a pipe since 78 or 79 and have been through every ridiculous " pipe phase " that probably exists and heres what Id suggest . ... Normally , Id say get a Savinelli or a Kaywoodie product but I dont know whats up with Kaywoodie at the moment . Many online site mention specs as far as size and weight , so that may help determine an outcome .

If it were me , as ar as a actory pipe , Id buy a Savinelli . If I were to buy a handmade , Id buy a Randy Wiley , Mark Tinsky or Poul Winslow pipe . Those guys have been at it since the 70's and probably have it figured out by now

I would like to commission a pipe from Randy Wiley but do not know how to reach him being a non-participant in social media.

-sp

His contact info can be found here:

https://pipedia.org/wiki/Wiley

Thank you . . .

-sp

[Chceic]

I think I have a clearer understanding of pipes during this time, after many months! I don't know if my understanding is reasonable. First of all, I think that there must be some pipes that are better to smoke, regardless of the shape. I think it is about the bowl and the channel: the right proportions can maximize the airflow, allowing people to smoke without straining, and also allowing the tobacco to burn more fully. Of course, I don't mean that "the wider the channel, the better to smoke". Different types of tobacco may be suitable for different channel widths, because the width of channel will affects the flavor of the tobacco (I think Virginia is suitable for a thinner channel, Balkan or Burley family needs a wider channel).
The diffusion of the pipe mouthpiece is also crucial, but I don't know about this yet. In short, I personally think that if a pipe is more likely to burn very fully when it is ignited, and the smoke is more likely to be tasted by the nose when it is inhaled (because the tongue can taste far less than the nose), then it is a very good pipe. Of course, this is not just about proportions or data, otherwise there would be no masters like Lars Ivarsson. As for the reason, I need to continue to understand.
All above is just my personal view. I'm very keen to know and learn more about pipes!

[Kevin Keith]

You’re thinking too much young one! Buy a Rossi Sitting pipe, a straight one, and be done with it!

[chikara]

The criteria for a good pipe! I really don't know how to buy a pipe with great suction smoothness and perfect flavor.
Recently, I want to buy a better pipe as a gift for my first salary. But I had a dilemma about choosing a pipe. Dealer A and Dealer B have very different views. Dealer A believes that the pipe of Dunhill has at least reached the benchmark line of the pipe (he is the student of the great Lars Ivarsson), and Dealer B believes that the cost of buying a Dunhill is not as much as buying a handmade pipe.
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What I want to ask is, compared with the ordinary handmade pipe of about $400, what kind of score can the ordinary sandblasted pipe of Dunhill pipe achieve? Which one is more comfortable and tastes better when I smoking? If you have any other suggestions or opinions, please correct them.

Congrats on your first salary! Both Dunhill and handmade pipes have their unique qualities, so it's tough to go wrong with either, but here’s a breakdown:

Dunhill pipes are crafted with a lot of attention to detail and consistent quality. The sandblasted finish on a Dunhill offers excellent draw and a smooth smoking experience, but it’s a bit more standardized compared to a handmade pipe.

Handmade pipes, especially those around $400, often offer more individuality in terms of both design and performance. The craftsmanship of a skilled artisan can result in a pipe with unique airflow, smoother draw, and potentially better flavor, depending on the maker.

If you're after a more personalized smoking experience with potential for better taste, a handmade pipe could be the way to go. However, Dunhill offers excellent performance with a high level of consistency, so you’ll likely enjoy it as well.