New pipe smoker.....

Started by McBryde, 01/13/2012 07:24 PM

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#25
01/19/2012 05:46 PM Last Edit: 01/19/2012 05:50 PM by metalhead y cigarguy
I think the break in period just depends on the quality of the briar being used for the pipe and the type of shape/style it is, but I'm not really sure.  :confused:

I've seen it mentioned several times that you should always smoke the entire bowl of tobacco, so the chamber gets an even coating of build up and charring. Just don't get too much build up, and make sure to clean it regularly.
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#26
01/19/2012 06:05 PM
QuoteMcBryde - 1/19/2012  2:58 PM

How long is the "breaking in period" for a new pipe?

E

thats a tricky question... i suppose the answer is "it depends". it depends on the pipe, wheather it has a bowl coating or not (and what kind of bowl coating might it be), whether the briar was properly processed or not, how long it was allowed to cure... blablabla. and there are lots of differing opinions on the subject, instead of me going on and on and being all long winded about it (as i tend to do) i'll just give you some links to a few good articles

http://www.pipesandcigars.com/newpipebreakin.html
http://pipedia.org/index.php?title=The_Mysteries_of_the_Briar_Break-in_Process
http://www.chicagopipeshow.com/education/Documents/BreakingInAPipe-PatrickDennis.pdf

ultimately IMHO just smoke the thing slow, don't worry about it to much and hope for the best  :-)
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#27
01/21/2012 12:39 AM
Well, I bucked up today and bought a duke grabow pipe. It should be in in a week or so, so we'll see how I like her. I have 2 freebie samples of tobacco so far, looks like I might need to find a place around here that might sell some. Thought it may be cheeper with the tobacco sales taxes in this state to buy it online!

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#28
01/21/2012 07:15 AM
QuoteMcBryde - 1/21/2012  12:39 AM

Well, I bucked up today and bought a duke grabow pipe. It should be in in a week or so, so we'll see how I like her. I have 2 freebie samples of tobacco so far, looks like I might need to find a place around here that might sell some. Thought it may be cheeper with the tobacco sales taxes in this state to buy it online!

Emerson

Congrats...I hope you like your new pipe.  There is some pretty good pipe baccy to be found out there on the interwebs if'n you can't come up with any nearby.   :biggrin:
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mike46

#29
01/21/2012 07:52 AM
QuoteMcBryde - 1/20/2012  11:39 PM

Well, I bucked up today and bought a duke grabow pipe. It should be in in a week or so, so we'll see how I like her. I have 2 freebie samples of tobacco so far, looks like I might need to find a place around here that might sell some. Thought it may be cheeper with the tobacco sales taxes in this state to buy it online!

Emerson

Did you buy it at JR Cigars?  I see they sell the Grabow line of pipes now, pretty decent prices I think.  I haven't bought a pipe in 40 years but have some still that I rounded up from others who gave up the habit.

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#30
01/21/2012 09:22 AM
Check uhle tobacco company in Milwakee.  Easy to find on Google.  Great blends and cheaper than most places.  Wide variety too.
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#31
01/21/2012 09:15 PM
I actually bought it on ebay. It is a used pipe, but I bought it from a company that cleans them, and puts new mouthpieces on them and all that mess.

E
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#32
01/21/2012 09:40 PM
QuoteMcBryde - 1/21/2012  7:15 PM

I actually bought it on ebay. It is a used pipe, but I bought it from a company that cleans them, and puts new mouthpieces on them and all that mess.

E

Those are called Estate Pipes, and there is nothing wrong with an estate pipe. You can get really good high quality pipes at a great price if you know what you're looking for.
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#33
01/21/2012 10:07 PM
If you ever buy a used pipe you can disinfect the mouthpiece with high proof whiskey too
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#34
01/22/2012 01:11 AM
Well, I liked the way it looked, and I'd heard that Dr. Grabow pipes weren't too shabby of a pipe, so I jumped on one for $17.95 shipped. I didn't think that was too bad of a deal on it. It's a Duke model. Only time will tell how well she'll smoke.

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#35
01/22/2012 03:14 PM
QuoteMcBryde - 1/22/2012  1:11 AM

Well, I liked the way it looked, and I'd heard that Dr. Grabow pipes weren't too shabby of a pipe, so I jumped on one for $17.95 shipped. I didn't think that was too bad of a deal on it. It's a Duke model. Only time will tell how well she'll smoke.

Emerson

Shouldn't be too much time.  I figure about the amount of time it takes to pack the bowl and set fire to it...   :confused:  :shades:
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#36
01/22/2012 04:40 PM
If it truly has been used already then the break in period should be very minimal to none. Just depends on how much it was used before. As long as there is some cake build up in the chamber you should be good to go. Have fun!!!
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#37
01/22/2012 04:47 PM
Quote87North - 1/22/2012  4:14 PM

QuoteMcBryde - 1/22/2012  1:11 AM

Well, I liked the way it looked, and I'd heard that Dr. Grabow pipes weren't too shabby of a pipe, so I jumped on one for $17.95 shipped. I didn't think that was too bad of a deal on it. It's a Duke model. Only time will tell how well she'll smoke.

Emerson

Shouldn't be too much time.  I figure about the amount of time it takes to pack the bowl and set fire to it...   :confused:  :shades:

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#38
01/29/2012 12:01 PM
I'm liking this little Dr. Grabow, but it sure does get HOT!

E
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#39
08/07/2015 03:19 PM
Since Brad (Longhorn) gave me an award I figured I would bring this thread back for him after his last bomb from Dave (gitfiddl)

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#40
08/07/2015 03:22 PM
Quote05Venturer - 8/7/2015  7:19 PM  Since Brad (Longhorn) gave me an award I figured I would bring this thread back for him after his last bomb from Dave (gitfiddl)  Your welcome in advance brother

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08/07/2015 03:26 PM
Quote05Venturer - 8/7/2015  7:19 PM

Since Brad (Longhorn) gave me an award I figured I would bring this thread back for him after his last bomb from Dave (gitfiddl)

Your welcome in advance brother

Well thank you... this is much better than asking me if I punch, cut, tear, bite, chew, saw, straight cut, or rip the cap off my cigar.  :biggrin:

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#42
08/07/2015 03:27 PM
QuoteSparklePony - 8/7/2015  6:22 PM

Quote05Venturer - 8/7/2015  7:19 PM  Since Brad (Longhorn) gave me an award I figured I would bring this thread back for him after his last bomb from Dave (gitfiddl)  Your welcome in advance brother

You need a hobby. 

I think I have found a new one LOL :dancing:  :dancing:  :dancing:  :dancing:
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08/07/2015 03:34 PM

Quote05Venturer - 8/7/2015  7:27 PM  
QuoteSparklePony - 8/7/2015  6:22 PM  
Quote05Venturer - 8/7/2015  7:19 PM  Since Brad (Longhorn) gave me an award I figured I would bring this thread back for him after his last bomb from Dave (gitfiddl)  Your welcome in advance brother

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I think I have found a new one LOL :dancing:  :dancing:  :dancing:  :dancing:

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