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Post by olbluesmoke on Oct 29, 2023 5:35:01 GMT -5
Do you use a filter in your pipe? Yes or no? Why?
*Additionally*.
Do you use softy rubber bits on your pipe stem?
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Post by coalsmoke on Oct 29, 2023 7:26:34 GMT -5
No. I bought two new Savinelli Venere 128s, one smooth and one rusticated, that came with filters and adapters. I tossed the filters and adapters giving me a fuller draw. Those are the only pipes I have that came fitted for filters. I also don't use the rubber bits.
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Post by Silver on Oct 29, 2023 8:40:05 GMT -5
No and no.
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Post by Ronv69 on Oct 29, 2023 11:38:04 GMT -5
Rarely a balsa filter and no rubbers.
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Post by trailboss on Oct 29, 2023 12:05:19 GMT -5
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Post by Plainsman on Oct 29, 2023 13:04:06 GMT -5
Have done both. No more.
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Post by urbino on Oct 29, 2023 14:35:25 GMT -5
All my pipes have softy bits on them. They just make clenching so much easier and more comfortable.
Filters . . . meh. If I buy a Savinelli pipe I don't generally bother to take the filter out before I smoke it the first time. It's rare that it ever has one in it again after that, though.
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Post by isett2860 on Oct 29, 2023 14:52:25 GMT -5
Softy bits on most of my pipes. Since I clench.
When I first began, I won an Ebay auction for a lot,
That came from Germany.
Most have 9mm filters.
So I became accustom to them.
And my cobs with filters, I still use them.
Over time, I find that their are tobacco’s I enjoy more with a filter, than without.
And because I clench, my bent pipes can get wet. So the filter helps.
So I do both.
But like most aspects of this hobby. There is no right or wrong with most things.
(Okay all you long timers here. I said Most! ) Lol.
Do what works for you and makes you happy.
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Post by don on Oct 29, 2023 15:00:58 GMT -5
I like what the balsa filters do for me in my Savinelli 320s.
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Post by Rattlesnake Daddy on Oct 29, 2023 16:14:25 GMT -5
Most of my pipes do not take filters. With the exception of cobs, I do use filters in my pipes that do take filters. It can be interesting to see how the flavor of a blend is affected.
I tried softy bits for a short while, but they were not for me.
RSD
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Post by exbenedict on Oct 29, 2023 19:03:46 GMT -5
No filters, sometimes softees, depends on the pipe and how hard it is to clench. The heavier it is, the more likely I am to use one.
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Post by SailorBen on Oct 30, 2023 1:18:46 GMT -5
Not a big fan of filters so far. I think I like the idea of them more than the actual experience, and most of my pipes don't take them. It's an area that warrants further experimentation.
I really dig softie bits though. They're dang ugly, but make clenching easier and save wear on the stems. At this stage, I like what they add to the experience.
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Post by urbino on Oct 30, 2023 1:43:51 GMT -5
Not a big fan of filters so far. I think I like the idea of them more than the actual experience, and most of my pipes don't take them. It's an area that warrants further experimentation. I really dig softie bits though. They're dang ugly, but make clenching easier and save wear on the stems. At this stage, I like what they add to the experience. There are several different kinds of filters in use - various woods, paper, charcoal, and I feel like I'm forgetting one. It can be interesting to experiment with them, as long as you can keep the cost reasonable. |
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Post by Ronv69 on Oct 30, 2023 11:42:17 GMT -5
Not a big fan of filters so far. I think I like the idea of them more than the actual experience, and most of my pipes don't take them. It's an area that warrants further experimentation. I really dig softie bits though. They're dang ugly, but make clenching easier and save wear on the stems. At this stage, I like what they add to the experience. There are several different kinds of filters in use - various woods, paper, charcoal, and I feel like I'm forgetting one. It can be interesting to experiment with them, as long as you can keep the cost reasonable. Meershaum filters. |
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Post by Plainsman on Oct 30, 2023 12:49:02 GMT -5
I feel like much of what is being “filtered” is condensed out by the Petersen System.
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Post by Ronv69 on Oct 30, 2023 16:36:56 GMT -5
I feel like much of what is being “filtered” is condensed out by the Petersen System. Since 1858. But we must reinvent to attract the young crowd. 🙄 |
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Post by john on Oct 30, 2023 21:15:26 GMT -5
No filters. Even in my Missouri Meerschaums. Have a couple of 9mm pipes that have filters but I smoke them without a filter.
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Post by username on Oct 30, 2023 21:22:07 GMT -5
Don't like the way they seem to mute the flavors. I don't clench so don't use the softie bits.
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Post by olbluesmoke on Oct 31, 2023 0:01:09 GMT -5
Don't like the way they seem to mute the flavors. I don't clench so don't use the softie bits. I agree, the flavors are muted. The Softy bits work well to help with my sensitive teeth. |
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Post by Darin on Oct 31, 2023 6:46:47 GMT -5
No filters or softy bits for me. I prefer the unimpeded air flow and rarely clench.
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