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  • Registered Users Posts: 35 soCKrates


    Faith+1 wrote: »
    I really can't thank you enough for putting my name down for the tour it was brilliant. In fact we were told that we were the first ever Irish group to tour the factory!? It's mainly Americans, British etc...

    And to tomtucker, the Holiday Season tobacco is really good! Mild on the pallet, burns nicely in the bowl and leaves a nice room note.

    Sockrates I have your adddress so I'll send you two bowls worth as a thank you. I'll post it monday.

    No problem at all, I'm glad you got to go and experience the wonder of it all! Being the first Irish pipe group attending was seemly very special for the guys at Peterson as well, as you can tell :)

    Thanks for the sample, it smells really nice actually. I may get a new corn cob to test it in.. Almost all my pipes are dedicated to Turkish/Latakia blends :)


  • Registered Users Posts: 1 Westie89


    Hi All,

    Any pipe clubs across the country?

    Cheers,

    Westie89 - avid pipe smoker/collector


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,674 ✭✭✭Faith+1


    Westie89 wrote: »
    Hi All,

    Any pipe clubs across the country?

    Cheers,

    Westie89 - avid pipe smoker/collector

    Check out Pipe Smokers of Ireland on Facebook. Great bunch of lads


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,369 ✭✭✭Thephantomsmask


    +1 for PSOI, they are a great bunch of people. I'm currently enjoying Christmas in America as my parents live here. I've gotten my orders from P&C and smoking pipes but I plan on checking out the two best local shops in the next few days. Time to practice the eyes down and shuffle for the airport baggage reclaim at home!

    I have found Germany a good place to stock up in the EU, Munich airport has a small branch of Wolsdorff tabak, prices are about half that of Ireland and they have a reasonable selection of Macbaren, DAN tobacco etc.

    Having said that, as much as I buy abroad, I still try to give business to home shops too, the last proper Tobacconists here in Cork closed in 2012 so if I want Peterson tobacco I try to get it direct from themselves and always buy something from Mr. Powell at the 4 corners in Galway when I visit my OH up therd, even if it's just a pack of cleaners. With the way regulations are going it will be harder and harder to find supplies. Tobacco can no longer be sold by weight here, the jars in Peterson's are just for having a sniff, and they told me that soon all packaging will be plain and completely off display like cigarettes are now.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,674 ✭✭✭Faith+1


    Just thought I'd give this thread a new bump for 2017. In the last few weeks I heard that Dunhill is ceasing production of all piped tobacco so if anyone here likes Early Morning pipe, London Mixture, Nightcap etc... I'd advise to stock up.

    So is there any new Pipers about or any blends you'd like to recommend?


  • Registered Users Posts: 2 Feldi


    Hi all...anybody up for a swap?...I have a tin of Old Dublin 2 bowls smoked and i am not gonna smoke it anymore...virginia blend or a burly would be nice...but feel free to suggest anything...I'm in Dublin.


  • Registered Users Posts: 40 Jakub P.


    Does anyone know what happened with Pipe Smokers of Ireland? It seems they no longer exist on Facebook.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,369 ✭✭✭Thephantomsmask


    It is still there, the name was changed to PSOI due to Facebook trying to ban tobacco related groups.


  • Registered Users Posts: 40 Jakub P.


    Thank you, Sir :)


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,369 ✭✭✭Thephantomsmask


    Jakub P. wrote: »
    Thank you, Sir :)

    Lady :P an even rarer breed than the gentleman pipe smoker!


  • Registered Users Posts: 40 Jakub P.


    Please, accept my apologies, Lady ;)


  • Registered Users Posts: 2 Blackpearl77


    Hi all,
    I'm a newbie here...very new.  I haven't even bought my first pipe yet!  I want to start smoking a pipe after watching many v-logs on youtube.  In fact, I've always wanted a pipe, i love the smell of that pipe tobacco......
    Anyway, as a newbie, I need lots of advise.  Can you tell me what pipe to start on and what type of tobacco?  I've told a few people that I want to start and have only got negative reactions so far, bad for your health etc etc and why start now (I'm nearly 40!).  Anyway in know im talking to the converted here but still advise would be nice.
    Hope to hear back form you all.
    Thanks.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,369 ✭✭✭Thephantomsmask


    Where are you based? If there is a tobacconist that sells pipes nearby then they are a good resource and often have cheap basket pipes so that you are not laying out a lot of money for something you may not keep up. If not, then something like a Mr. Brog pearwood pipe from eBay is a cheap but reliable starter pipe. If the bug bites then there is a myriad of places to go from there! Aromatic pipe tobaccos are where most newcomers start, they are milder in flavour and in nicotine. Peterson make some nice ones that are widely available or possible to order online from themselves, a 50g tin will set you back about €23.

    For some excellent videos on pipe smoking methods, I would recommend Alan Kerslake (rip) on YouTube. Learning how to pack and tamp properly as well as actual puffing techniques take time and vary with different tobaccos. There are some pipe groups on Facebook, PSOI (pipe smokers of Ireland) is a great group of people who are only too happy to help you learn.


  • Registered Users Posts: 2 Blackpearl77


    Thanks phantom for your reply.
    I'm in Dublin so was thinking of going to fox's on grafton Street and buying a pipe set for 40euro (pipe, tobacco, etc). Is that a good idea or bad? Am I better to buy all separately?
    I'm watching Matches860 and muttnchop on you tube...
    I see alot of people suggest starting on a corn pipe but I just don't like the look of them...any recommendations for a first pipe?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,369 ✭✭✭Thephantomsmask


    The kit from Fox's is a good place to start, you will be getting a decent starter pipe without breaking the bank. Don't be afraid to ask them for advice too, they can recommend a tobacco to your taste. A side firing (not a cigar torch lighter) is a good investment so that you don't roast your thumb lighting the pipe!

    Corncobs are dirt cheap in America ($5ish) but imported here and are expensive for what they are, £10 or so on UK sites. I don't like them either but they are popular with Americans for trying new tobaccos and for starting out as tobacco is also dirt cheap compared to here.


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,674 ✭✭✭Faith+1


    Does anyone know if Petersons will be doing the factory tour this December? Last years one was brilliant.


  • Registered Users Posts: 84 ✭✭BigBoi83


    Hey everyone. Was wondering if anybody could help answer a few questions for me.

    What are your go to pipe websites if any?
    Are Petersons the only company that uses the P-lip stem?

    My dad's pipe broke on him recently (an old petersons full bent, possibly 313/314) It's the only pipe he smoked, all day everyday. So I'm trying to find him something the same but the mouthpiece is making it very difficult.
    We live in Cork, so no B&M shops apart from Bandon which is to far.


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 1,469 ✭✭✭ShyMets


    BigBoi83 wrote: »
    Hey everyone. Was wondering if anybody could help answer a few questions for me.

    What are your go to pipe websites if any? (If you want to buy pipe tobacco I suggest using The Danish Pipe Shop. They have an extensive range. https://www.danishpipeshop.com/l/Tobacco)
    Are Petersons the only company that uses the P-lip stem? (Yes)

    My dad's pipe broke on him recently (an old petersons full bent, possibly 313/314) It's the only pipe he smoked, all day everyday. So I'm trying to find him something the same but the mouthpiece is making it very difficult.
    We live in Cork, so no B&M shops apart from Bandon which is to far. (You can order a new 313/314 from Peterson's and they will post it to you. Or at least they use to)


  • Registered Users Posts: 5 banuska


    Hi all, hope some of you are still around in 2018. I've tried a couple of times to find the Irish Pipe Smokers page on FB but no luck. Anyone got a link?

    I bought a Peterson pipe many years ago and smoked it maybe a handful of times, would like to get into it again. I'm in Tyrone, any other pipe smokers up this general direction? Feel free to say hello. Martin


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,369 ✭✭✭Thephantomsmask


    It was renamed PSOI due FB changing regulations on groups that sell tobacco. Hopefully this link works for you

    https://m.facebook.com/sharer.php?sid=619069461462195&referrer=group&refid=18


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  • Registered Users Posts: 5 banuska


    Got it and sent a join request, thanks Thephantomsmask


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 46 Beau Bennett


    Hi all,

    Am a newbie to pipe smoking and to boards. I bought myself a Chacom Renard, and some Missouri Meerschamps seconds.

    I'm not a regular smoker, pretty much only when I go camping.
    Will the tobacco keep OK in the tins they are sold in for months on end? I see some people using jars, but I like the small size of the tin.

    Thanks.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,487 ✭✭✭Seweryn


    Will the tobacco keep OK in the tins they are sold in for months on end? I see some people using jars, but I like the small size of the tin.
    Tins are OK for a couple of months (especially in our climate). Unopened, sealed tins are good for years.
    If you buy tobacco in a larger, 100g tin, putting the tobacco into a jar makes sense. Then for traveling just take a few fills with you into a small, handy, square tin.


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 46 Beau Bennett


    Thanks for that. I get out camping less frequently than 2 months at a time especially in winter. I guess I'll just have to camp for longer periods of time and use up the tin.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,487 ✭✭✭Seweryn


    Thanks for that. I get out camping less frequently than 2 months at a time especially in winter. I guess I'll just have to camp for longer periods of time and use up the tin.
    BTW, here is a good solution for storing pipe tobacco. I recently (accidentally) bought a pate in a jar like this one (in Aldi as far as I remember). After washing the jar I adopted it for tobacco. It is perfect for long time storage...


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  • Registered Users Posts: 2 Johnnobarry


    Hi

    I was wondering does anyone know of any shop in Cork that sells pipe tobacco? I think it is impossible to find.

    Thanks in advance


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 37,305 ✭✭✭✭the_syco


    Hi

    I was wondering does anyone know of any shop in Cork that sells pipe tobacco? I think it is impossible to find.
    Think the shop in the Camden Wharf building used to sell pipe tobacco. Not sure about now.

    Otherwise, order online. https://jamesfox.ie (Dublin) says that their store is closed, but that they're still doing online orders. I'd say a lot of places would be the same.


  • Registered Users Posts: 2 Johnnobarry


    Thanks the_syco for your reply. I think the shop in Camden Quay is closed down now. Guess I'll have to go online :(


  • Registered Users Posts: 325 ✭✭lolokeogh


    Ok folks im new to he whole fantastic world of pipe smoking,so a burning question,is it possible to get a decent OTC tobacco in ireland?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,487 ✭✭✭Seweryn


    lolokeogh wrote: »
    Ok folks im new to he whole fantastic world of pipe smoking,so a burning question,is it possible to get a decent OTC tobacco in ireland?
    Good question. I haven't seen any pipe tobaccos locally. There are some shops in Dublin as far as I know, but you are looking for a decent product, so that may not be as easy to find here.


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  • Registered Users Posts: 325 ✭✭lolokeogh


    Seweryn wrote: »
    Good question. I haven't seen any pipe tobaccos locally. There are some shops in Dublin as far as I know, but you are looking for a decent product, so that may not be as easy to find here.

    yes there is a couple of places in dublin city that stock tobacco,and decent stuff as far as i can make out,but i do remember a couple of uncles of mine many moons ago would be buying over the counter from shops/newsagents..if it is still the case i would imagine choice is small,i see tesco uk sell condor,st bernard and clan?and i do not think any would be rated high?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,487 ✭✭✭Seweryn


    lolokeogh wrote: »
    I do remember a couple of uncles of mine many moons ago would be buying over the counter from shops/newsagents..if it is still the case i would imagine choice is small,i see tesco uk sell condor,st bernard and clan?and i do not think any would be rated high?
    There are a few thousands of tobacco blends available on the global market. Having a choice of only two or three of a very average quality doesn't help. Also, choosing a tobacco blend is about personal taste. It depends what type of tobacco you prefer, so you may be the lucky one and be OK with one of these from Tesco.


  • Registered Users Posts: 325 ✭✭lolokeogh


    Seweryn wrote: »
    There are a few thousands of tobacco blends available on the global market. Having a choice of only two or three of a very average quality doesn't help. Also, choosing a tobacco blend is about personal taste. It depends what type of tobacco you prefer, so you may be the lucky one and be OK with one of these from Tesco.

    yeah i hear you,ah i will take a spin in to the city and see what is on offer,as you say is right a better chance of getting some brands that i will like for sure


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,487 ✭✭✭Seweryn


    lolokeogh wrote: »
    yeah i hear you,ah i will take a spin in to the city and see what is on offer,as you say is right a better chance of getting some brands that i will like for sure
    Have you been smoking for long and what type of tobacco blends you prefer?


  • Registered Users Posts: 325 ✭✭lolokeogh


    Seweryn wrote: »
    Have you been smoking for long and what type of tobacco blends you prefer?

    No im only starting,i have 2 pipes lying there waiting,i did dabble a few years back but i can not even remember what tobacco i was using at the time,and defo over the counter stuff.so relay in my situation its maybe best to visit these shops in person.or i suppose order online if thats possible from other countrys,the whole idea off having a range of tobaccos in my collection appeals to me,so yeah im just starting out.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,487 ✭✭✭Seweryn


    lolokeogh wrote: »
    No im only starting,i have 2 pipes lying there waiting,i did dabble a few years back but i can not even remember what tobacco i was using at the time,and defo over the counter stuff.so relay in my situation its maybe best to visit these shops in person.or i suppose order online if thats possible from other countrys,the whole idea off having a range of tobaccos in my collection appeals to me,so yeah im just starting out.
    Maybe first simple question to answer yourself is - what type of tobacco you like - aromatic or rather natural without toppings (if it's not too early for that question). That would be a good start. I was smoking aromatics for years, but I don't buy any aromatic tobaccos anymore. It is like eating sweets versus salads.
    Then on the other side of the natural tobaccos are so called English blends which are smoky, peaty type tobaccos (any blend contains latakia is like that). They are not for me either, but some people smoke them exclusively.
    Buying online makes sense once you know what you like and what you are looking for. Nice way of trying out a lot of various blends also.


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 41 Gardesana Pecher


    lolokeogh wrote: »
    No im only starting,i have 2 pipes lying there waiting,i did dabble a few years back but i can not even remember what tobacco i was using at the time,and defo over the counter stuff.so relay in my situation its maybe best to visit these shops in person.or i suppose order online if thats possible from other countrys,the whole idea off having a range of tobaccos in my collection appeals to me,so yeah im just starting out.


    Welcome to the pipe community. I found popping into a shop very helpful when I was starting off. I bought my first pipe from a young guy in James Fox, he was very good helping me choose. Unfortunately I forget his name.

    Just try as many tobacco as you can to find what you like. There are only tiny selections available in Ireland but you can buy online from Europe or USA, for better value for money.
    Bear in mind to keep your orders small as anything over 2×50g tin orders could be seized by customs. Some companies may divide your order into smaller batches.

    I would advise you to try the forums at pipemagazine. There is a well of information available.


  • Registered Users Posts: 325 ✭✭lolokeogh


    Welcome to the pipe community. I found popping into a shop very helpful when I was starting off. I bought my first pipe from a young guy in James Fox, he was very good helping me choose. Unfortunately I forget his name.

    Just try as many tobacco as you can to find what you like. There are only tiny selections available in Ireland but you can buy online from Europe or USA, for better value for money.
    Bear in mind to keep your orders small as anything over 2×50g tin orders could be seized by customs. Some companies may divide your order into smaller batches.

    I would advise you to try the forums at pipemagazine. There is a well of information available.

    Thank you,and sorry for the late reply,i have been on to the pipemagazine as you suggest and its realy good,no a question for anyone on here,where to order tobacco online?(not sure if it is allowed to be posted so maybe pm?)..because i went on a mission this last week and tryed every shop that might stock OTC and nothing,so leaves the big to brick and morter stores in dublin city,fox i was in and again they have a very very small selection,petersons i have not been,again they do not seem to do online orders for tobacco?so any suggestions or advice is much appreciated


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,703 ✭✭✭whippet


    I've decided to take my late father's pipes out of retirement. He passed away a few years ago and I held on to his pipes. Most of them were presents from me anyway !! usually a turn down Peterson.

    His favourite one has been sitting beside his photo for the last few years and I've decided to get it cleaned out and back in to action.

    Is there anything I need to be wary of using a pipe that hasn't been lit in a few years?

    It might sound silly but I'm off the fags over a year and have been holding on to a Vape for dear life since ... I reckon I could get far more pleasure out of 30 mins with the pipe in the evening on the patio than I do with a vape all day long.

    I got some tobacco from Foxes delivered (Ardagh & Anniversary blend) ... I've cleaned out as well as I think I can with pipe cleaners and a his 3in1 tool ..being careful not to scratch anything ... then a final clean with a pipe cleaner soaked in Jameson.

    My dad will for ever be remembered for his pipe and I really do yearn for that smell and the comfort it alway brought


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  • Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators Posts: 11,914 Mod ✭✭✭✭BeerNut


    Sounds like you're on top of things. Happy smoking!


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 34 Ronald Franz


    whippet wrote: »
    I've decided to take ....

    There is a lot of great information and examples of pipe restorations at dadspipes.com if any of the pipes need a bit more than a basic clean.


  • Registered Users Posts: 325 ✭✭lolokeogh


    Hi all,well i am on a roll,the pipe hobby is making strides,i got myself a savinelli grezza pipe,i got a rattrays good deal,and a couple of estate pipes,Tobaccco wise yes it is a pain in the butt ordering online for many reasons,i did find a shop that sold condor and special virgina,condor not my thing but for an OTC special virgina is ok,wil do to fill the gap when saving a few shillings to buy some tobacco online.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,116 ✭✭✭Mech1


    Anywhere in Dublin that sells otc pipe tobacco?


  • Registered Users Posts: 325 ✭✭lolokeogh


    Mech1 wrote: »
    Anywhere in Dublin that sells otc pipe tobacco?

    yep but ya have condor,and special virgina,im sure mild virginia at one stage,condor for me is a no go,some love it some hate it,special virgina is ok,if stuck.unless anyone else can add to this?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,440 ✭✭✭Rosahane


    Mech1 wrote: »
    Anywhere in Dublin that sells otc pipe tobacco?

    James Fox opposite Trinity gates or Peterson further up in Nassau street. Fox’s used to do a selection pack with a couple of pipefulls of each of their most popular brands.


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  • Registered Users Posts: 325 ✭✭lolokeogh


    Rosahane wrote: »
    James Fox opposite Trinity gates or Peterson further up in Nassau street. Fox’s used to do a selection pack with a couple of pipefulls of each of their most popular brands.

    I have tryed a few off their range,and all good if i must say,petersons do not do online sales as far as i can see,which is a pity..


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 33 TrangiaCoffee


    Rosahane wrote: »
    James Fox opposite Trinity gates or Peterson further up in Nassau street. Fox’s used to do a selection pack with a couple of pipefulls of each of their most popular brands.

    It's cheaper to buy petersons or j fox tobacco online from US stores (including shipping) than buying from the store.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,440 ✭✭✭Rosahane


    It's cheaper to buy petersons or j fox tobacco online from US stores (including shipping) than buying from the store.

    Shop local. If footfall sales decline to the uneconomic level shops close and we are all the poorer. I'd be interested to see a price comparison and examples from your experience, especially if you only want a tin or two!


  • Registered Users Posts: 325 ✭✭lolokeogh


    Looking to purchase a cheap 9mm pipe, funds are low..Is it worth taking a look in at petersons or do they only sell in store what they have online,or can anyone point me in the right direction, have you bought a pipe of late that was great value? cheers in advance
    (Or even second hand estate pipes ,apart from ebay is there any recommendations on where to look?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,487 ✭✭✭Seweryn


    lolokeogh wrote: »
    Looking to purchase a cheap 9mm pipe, funds are low..Is it worth taking a look in at petersons or do they only sell in store what they have online,or can anyone point me in the right direction, have you bought a pipe of late that was great value? cheers in advance
    (Or even second hand estate pipes ,apart from ebay is there any recommendations on where to look?
    I bought my last few (2nd hand) pipes on eBay. There is a good selection of them, but it happened my purchases came from the same seller over the years.

    I also got one custom made a few years ago. Like it a lot.


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