Tobacco Pipes

How To Choose A Tobacco Pipe

Types of Pipes If you are new to the world of pipes at first one would assume the act of choosing a tobacco pipe to be a rather simple and arbitrary task. Upon further perusing this might swiftly change to a daunting process. Within a few minutes you can be led down a never ending…

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Guide To Snuff Tobacco

By the 18th century snuff tobacco use was widespread through all sections of society. Rich and poor, male and female, snuff was an everyday part of British culture. Many prominent figures were snuff fanatics such as George IV, Charles Darwin and Napoleon along with modern celebrities such as science fiction author Philip K. Dick, actor…

Cigars

Cigar Smokers Glossary

Cigar Smoking has some unusual terminology often originating in Cuba. Browse the Cigar Smoker’s Glossary to explore terms used throughout our website and in the cigar world. Bookmark and return to this page to become an expert and help us preserve this cigar knowledge. Terminology: 8-9-8 A method of cigar packaging by which the cigars…

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Pipe Smokers Glossary

Pipe Smoking is an old tradition with it’s own terminology and phrases. To help you decipher any unknown terms used throughout our website we’ve prepared this comprehensive glossary. Bookmark and return to this page to become an expert and help us preserve the unique tradition of pipe smoking. Terminology: Ageing The process of ageing tobacco…