Smoking the pipe with or without a filter?

Smoking the pipe with or without a filter? This controversial question exists since many decades already. This eternal debate should not be, because a lot of smokers do not use one whereas others can not smoke without it. To smoke with or without a filter is a personal choice. There is no right or wrong answer, and it depends on the taste of each one and individual preferences. We therefore advise you not to rely on the advice of other smokers but rather to try and make your own mind to see what fits you best!

What are the benefits of smoking with a filter?

Even if this could seem obvious, let's try first to redefine the benefits of a pipe filter. The idea is simple: the filter retains tobacco's harmful substances (tar, nicotines) created when the tobacco is burning. It also allows to absorb humidity that can develop inside your pipe (depending on the tobacco that you smoke). Generally speaking, the filter allows to get a smoother and therefore more pleasant smoke in the mouth. Of course, the ideal filter is the one that does not change tobacco's taste while remaining efficient.

Which filter should I use for my pipe?

It is not always possible to put the type of filter that you want in your pipe. Indeed, it depends on the drilling hole, and more specifically the diameter of the drill with which your pipe has been drilled. To know which kind of filter can fit in your pipe, do not hesitate to have a look at our blog article "The different kinds of filters available" which will give you all the information you need to know. For example, if your pipe was designed without a filter during its manufacturing, you will therefore not be able to smoke it with a 9mm filter.

Can a pipe be smoked without a filter?

On the contrary, some people like to smoke without a filter, and they will tell you that "the best thing is not to put any filter at all". No matter the kind of filter you choose, all will affect the pipe draft and may (slightly) change the feeling in the mouth. It is actually for this reason that we recommend you to use active charcoal filters since they do not change tobacco's taste. Smokers who do not use any filter at all also say that the pipe draft is easier. In the end, smoking without a filter has an economical aspect since there is no need to buy filters.

Frequently asked questions by pipe smokers:

Why smoking with a filter?

The main goal of a filter is to filter most of the harmful substances. It therefore allows a more pleasant and softer smoke in the mouth.

Is it better to smoke the pipe with a filter?

There is no good or bad answer. However, smoking with a filter can only be better for your health since the filter prevents harmful substances to be inhaled.

Which is the best pipe filter?

Once again, the answer to this question depends on each one's taste. We can however say that a good filter is the one that is efficient and that does not change the aromas of your tobacco. A smoker may like to smoke with a balsa filter (that are 100% natural), whereas another may prefer active charcoal filters (the most efficient).

Can I remove the filter of my pipe and smoke without it?

Of course! Even if the pipe that you chose is designed to be fitted with a filter, you can actually smoke without. This will allow you to see the difference between smoking with a filter and smoking without one to see what you prefer and how you will smoke for your next tobacco tastings.

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