You're old school, thats why we love you :)

I'm really glad you made this video, I'm 18 years old and will admit I can be very rowdy at times especially when I go out with my friends. What you talked about in this video really made me realize that I'm a fully grown man now and I want to be recognized by others as a competent, upstanding, and respectable person. People such as yourself are the main reason I'm glad I started pipe smoking, as the community has a great amount of wisdom and thought processes that I wouldn't have thought of on my own. Thank you sir.

What a guy! Such a class act and I really do appreciate the wisdom he brings to this channel. Like the dad you never had. Thank you mutton chop piper

Common things, that aren't so common. Great video, brother.

I wholeheartedly agree with you on every point you made. As a Christian and also a pipe smoker this should be how I carry myself in public as well as in the home. Thank you so much for reminding me of these things. I found this video entry to be very touching and one of you're best. I really would like for pipe smoking to be looked upon as a gentlemen's art like it once was viewed as a few decades ago. You are absolutely right.

It was the 1960's, man. That decade flipped this nation on its head entirely and took common moral value with it.

As an older fellow who remembers a very different, more civil society, I appreciate your thoughts. Thanks very much.

Thanks! 7 years later I still come back to these videos like an old friend

I've watched many of your videos but this one, by far, was the most important one of them all. You are a true gentleman and its an honor to find people such as you on KZfaq today. If only every man were to behave as such a gentleman, we would find more to enjoy on here as well as in daily life.

Muttnchop, I'm a fellow retired vet and this video really hit home to me. I'm trying not to sound too sappy/emotional, but pipe smoking has taken a heaviness from me opening my eyes again to what kindness and love is compared to what I've seen and experienced over my time if you know what I mean. I'm going to stop here, but thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Lovely video, as a young person I greatly respect KZfaqrs of an older generation speak about manners and general kindness, it IS something that disappearing, certainly for people of my generation. We could all use a bit more epicureanism in our lives. Many thanks Muttnchop Piper!

Please do a video on pipe smoking etiquette. Good post.

Hi! I'm an italian guy, during this quarantine I started pipe smoking with my father's pipes thanks to this channel. I'm watching all the videos with attention and I wanted to know that this one is really changing my way of thinking. Thank you

Completely agree. I'm your age and I've made a decision to address the crassness of today's society by doing what I can on a personal level. That being said I've changed my personal appearance from sweats & t-shirts or ratty jeans to a whole new work attire including slacks & ties. I've always been a stickler for manners, probably because I'm a boomer (I'm 56 like you) & have taught my boys to be respectful to all but especially to women. That means holding doors, chairs & waiting to let them pass first & it pays off. I received a nice comment from two ladies at a store I was going into. They were behind me so I held the door open for them. One said to the other, "it's nice to see gallantry isn't dead". I don't do these things to get compliments but to pay respect to others. I agree with you. If we all treated each other with respect throughout the day society as a whole would improve noticeably. This is biblical & it's common sense. I believe women especially are wanting to see a return to manners & kindly behavior. And I think they'd love to see gallantry return to men. And those ladies were correct; gallantry isn't dead. We just need as men to guide our society by adhering to the old school standards we've left behind & brushed aside as old fashioned or sexist. I hope more men will decide to improve their personal spheres of influence by adopting gentlemanly manners & thereby improving their own corners of society.

Dear Muttnchop Piper, Just wanted you to know that your videos and advice (not just on piping but on life in general)have been helping me through a tough time in my life currently. I stay half way around the world from where you are. Sir, I just want to say thank you and I really appreciate you sharing your advice and life experiences. I just got some bad and sad news while watching this video and your advice puts things in perspective. Thank you. God bless you and your family.

Mr. Muttnchop Piper, you are an example. I was looking for a pipe channel and ended up finding much more. God bless you an your family, sir.

i totally agree with you sir, i wish we were back in the times of the early 1900's . There was so much more respect and meaning of respect back then, than there is now days. i have to say honestly, all those qualities you were talking about reflects my qualities and i feel better knowing that i am a gentleman pipe smoker in your eyes. Thanks again.

Your video's are such a relaxing pleasure in this grab it and run society. The nearest thing to quietly sitting down with a friend enjoying his pipe!

Brilliant insight MCP ! You are first class. Thanks for the great post.

Thank you for making these videos. You're such a blessing to the world, and you as a person inspire me to try and be better, for not only myself but for those who surround me.

You couldn't been more right on what you've said in this great video, sir. I have always believed since I was a child in the 80's watching my dad smoke his pipe in the living room with us that it is gentlemen who smoke pipes. I am proud to be someone who aims to retain chivalry and positive leadership in society today. I'm pleased to have found your channel and especially this video. Thank you for bringing attention to this issue!

Tremendous respect for this video you have made. I've only recently come upon your videos and have to say that the wisdom on this video is worth more than Gold. I'm thankful for your sharing and glad to be able to learn and grow.

This all got home so much. I was always raised to treat everyone well and be polite. I recently have been feverishly searching for lessons for being a traditional gentleman. You sir, are dead on point. These rules you laid out are absolutely what I have been searching for. Obviously there are many ways to be a gentleman, but if one uses these basic things you have laid out then a gentleman one will be. I love all your videos. I’m new to pipe smoking, and you’ve helped me so much just in a couple days. Thank you for your videos sir, I can’t wait to watch the rest.

Inspirational to know that folks like you are out there. Very well put. Thank you.

Great advice sir. Really glad to come ‘cross this advice

I've watched most of your vids having picked up the pipe after Years away from cigarettes but I did dabble with a pipe my Uncle gave me when I was a boy back in Scotland; my Dad and Grandad also smoked pipes from time to time. I too am ex military and find myself drawn to your regimented ways, calm attitude and kind heart. Old school values should never be forgotten or overlooked and I'm enjoying the journey, time to contemplate as I watch and puff away in a bygone age of mindfulness and peace. Keep on keeping on brother with thoughts from Australia

You're 100% correct! That is exactly what I was taught by my grandparents as a child in the mid-1970's and early 1980s. Great video sir! Thank You for making it.

Greetings from 2021! I just started this hobby and I cannot express how helpful, genuine and positive you've been. You have mentored me in every aspect of this art. Thank you so much my friend.

Thank you most kindly for this video. It is refreshing and encouraging. Bless you!

That’s real talk, right there... huge fan, appreciate your channel, thank you so much for your work.

Wonderful video! It is indeed the little things that matter. Kindness goes along way. Thanks for the awesome video.

Re-watched this and I miss your videos, Sir. You’ve introduced me correctly to the world of Piping! I hope you’re keeping well that you are keeping well during these crazy times.

Thanks so much for all your videos. Enjoying smoking this new Savinelli poker and my university flake. Breathe method and through the nose. No sweat. Enjoying every smoke. I finally understand the beauty of a slow mellow pipe smoke. Floating on my cloud...

Coming to this two years later, but so glad I did. What amazing advice for anyone! Thank you for sharing your perspective on being a decent, kind, thoughtful person. So well done. I agree wholeheartedly - and doing things for others is so important, even if it seems like something "little." Thank you for this amazing video.

Standing when a woman enters the room is powerful. Great video ! We need more of this , much more. Thank you

Agree with every word. Great video, great message!

Excellent video. These are things that we often forget but mean so much. I do most of the things you mention and it indeed does make a difference. Thanks so much for the reminder.

thank you for being a gentleman and for posting these videos. We need more folks like you. your friend from Knoxville

Dear Muttnchop Piper, these are wonderful thoughts, shares in a beautiful manner. I always tried to live following these basic rules. To learn that I am not the only person who thinks that these are important values (sometimes it feels like I was in my day to day life) makes me very glad. Please continue to make such beautiful and instructing videos. All the best, Peter

Needed this video on my life. Just grabbed a MM corncob smoking on my porch. Thank you for this upload 💪🏽💯💨

I apreciate your advices. You are a gentleman and deserve all respect.

Utmost respect for you. You are such a mentor figure. Stay blessed.

You sir are a gentleman, love your channel, I'm learning so much from you, thank you.

I watch a lot of your videos but never comment. I think the content of this video was timely and much needed. I enjoy your segments and look forward to many more. Thank you for your postings! - Mason Paramore from North Carolina

I agree 100% with you regarding a person's personality. I'm 43, but definitely an old soul. I love the old ways of living and the properness back then. I address people respectively and properly. I believe this recent generation is horrible. Poor work ethic, no respect, and they believe they are entitled to everything! When I say I am an old soul, I love the pipe. I love Bing Crosby and Frank Sinatra. I love Orson Welles and old time radio shows, such as The Shadow and War of the Worlds. I also love watching Columbo. Thank you again for your videos and look forward to your next one!

All these characteristics were instilled in me as a youth and I have practiced them even before I joined the ranks of pipe smokers. Thank you for perpetuating these qualities!

Watching 6 years later, what you said at the end of the video is still tried and true.. Even at 26 years old with Mexican heritage I agree with this. I havent started smoking a pipe YET but I do love cigars and have been looking into the pipe world. Thanks for these videos, and insight!

Well spoken, and conveyed as one pipe smoker to others. Your advise is spot on and should be a guild for all of us in the community. BZ!!!

This is how all people should act and bot just pipe smokers. This is proper etiquette and it's a good feeling to see it used and encouraged. Thank you Muttnchop Piper for all that you do.

Dad gave me a fe talks like this when I was a kid. Brought back memories. Thanks muttnchop! Great vid. Enjoy these little talks of yours.

Another amazing video. Having gone on KZfaq for so many things this honestly may be the most useful and enlightening channel that I have come across. Truly well done my friend.

sir you are an upstanding gentleman. everyone should see this and "take it under advisement".

Thanks so much for the suggestions

Wonderful video! I feel the same about everything you said, and the guidance. I'm 43 and I sincerely respect my elders, help people, and articulate appropriately. Keep the videos coming!

Fantastic video Sir. You made my morning, you gave not just a positive message but some great life advice that will probably stick with many of us for the rest of our life.

Excellent guidelines!!!

Had to sub after this one. I'm almost forty, mustachio'd and a gentleman piper. I appreciate the call to stand and be proper men in our society. Cheers, Muttnchop and smoke in good health, brother.

Sir can i say your videos not only teaches us how to treat our pipes and smoking but also how to treat others. Not only in this video but also in your others by the unspoken way you present yourself. You remind me of my late father and what he would say to me. Keep it up we look up to people like yourself. From South Africa with utmost respect, whishing you happy years off smoking.

Very good video. You touched on some basics that needed to be talked about. Hope people are watching

Brand new pipe smoker here. I have to say I agree with you. I’m a strong believer in Karma. What you put out in the world is what you will get back. The little things that help people or make someone feel special goes along way. I tend to call everyone mam or sir. Thank you for all the great content. I have a lot to learn about the culture of pipe smoking but very excited about it.

You are a great man . I respect u sir . And after watching your video I’m going to be a gentleman thanks a lot sir

Chris thank you for this .we need another video to follow up on our check up from the neck up ! I am a old soul like you and you know the world has went and got its self into a mess. So sad how we have really just are mean to each other. Now everyone has a cell phone to record everything. No privacy anymore at all . Thank you for speaking the truth . We forget sometimes how as men to act and thank goodness your here to show us what to do ‘!!! We needed this Chris thank you Scottie Dickens Tennessee

Thank you so much Sir, what a wonderful massegge you gave to all of us with your video. My little reflection: "If you take care to each other in the same manner you do to your pipe, you can easily reach the best things both in smoking and in living your life"

Great advice! Binge watching your videos....thank you!

Thank you so much for this video! It cleared my mind about what's in fact to smoke a pipe. We aren't only guys smoking, but our pipes symbolize even more than that, it symbolizes good and precious values that our world has lost. Greetings from Brazil and good piping!

Man I already liked u and ur love of Tolkien just cemented my love for this channel

Muttonchop, thanks for the video. Great topic, keep them coming. Definitely old school, but right on topic still. When I decided to become a pipe smoker, I didn't realize where it would take me. There is so much more to the piper's lifestyle than what I would have believed when I naively picked one up. The YTPC is a perfect example of that. And it blows me away that you are a Tolkien fan! Safe Travels.

Thank you for this video, it brought to light a few points I can personally work on.

Well said, sir! I found your channel recently by way of Scott Markwood's videos from Aristocob, another fine gentleman of the pipe persuasion. Thank you for your reminders to be the gentlemen that this sad world desperately needs today!

Exceptional talk, absolute truths! We can influence people with respectful and polite behavior. I am brand new to the pipe smoking hobby. I always knew someday I would begin. My Grandfather smoked a pipe all day long and I enjoyed that as a small boy. He lived to 93 totally healthy. Other great influencial elders of my youth were pipe smokers. They all were peaceful very respected men, good citizens, good influencers, WW2 veterans. One thing I have noticed so far, is that the time spent smoking my first pipe, causes a great relaxation and thought. Forces me to slow down and relax, enjoy time. I thoroughly enjoy your videos and you are very helpful for my entry into the hobby.

I totally agree! Great video as usual. Thank you, sir!

I've smoked a pipe for many years and watched many many youtube videos made by pipe smokers. This is one of the best. I whole heartedly agree with all that you have said and I watched this with great pleasure. I'm very pleased to subscribe to your channel and watch more of your videos. Thank you for bringing into question a topic i fear has been missed by many people in our community.

My grandfather brought me up to always help someone in need, walk with a purpose, and carry yourself like a man. He taught me to walk fast. Because if I didn’t, he would out pace me. Now it saddens me to see that my pace has passed his. . . I saw a quote some time ago that touched me. . . “Missing someone so dearly is the price for loving that person so very much.

Thank You for the suggestion the world would be a better place if more people took this advise.

Great video chalked with great advice.

Brother, You described it perfectly. We try to help people as much as possible. For 5 years my wife, son and myself were the production crew for a free music show held on the court square in the town next to us. Another man paid for the bands and we worked it free and yes, we got a real blessing out of it.

Great advice sir, I am not a pipe smoker but I admire pipe smokers and thats why Im watching.

The world would've been a better place if more people were like you. Thank you making such a great video as always.

Great video good sir. Your are a true representative of pipe culture. Much respect

You're a good man. Thank you for the video. Have a great day.

I'm actually happy to report that I didn't learn any new criteria that i don't already follow. On the other hand I could easily see how one or two of those points could get overlooked so well done in that regard. My pipe is packed and now it's time to relax with some more of these piper episodes. Thanks Muttnchop.

excellent info! someone needs to say it and I'm glad you did.

I really enjoy how you don't edit your videos. It feels more personal. I feel like I'm listening to an interesting lecture or like I'm involved in a conversation with you. Also, those are some boss chops man 👍🏻

Yes, I agree with you. Very interesting video ! Thank you.

World needs more good folks pipe smokers are a magical people everyone I’ve met on my pipe journey so far has been very kind and helpful and fascinating to talk with

Thank you dear brother for this words. I also start to smoke pipe because Tolkien and Lotr. And I am Catolic and ewerything you sead is allso a Bible and Christian way of life. God bless you You are truly a gentelman

This video made me hit that sub button. It's so true, smoking a pipe gives us a great time for reflection. Just what we need in this world.

Good advice - as a UK teacher I try to set this example. Hope you are doing well!

Something I can add to the part about 'treating every woman like a lady, even if you know she isn't one'... An observation; I have always done this. As a child, I frequently witnessed women, even 'good' women, being treated very badly. I've seen it harden them, and their view of the world. I've also noticed that, by treating them well, with genuine thoughtfulness, there's a softening that takes place; first towards you, and eventually it begins expanding outwards. Sometimes it happens quickly, other times it takes many months, or even a year or more. But you always notice the first time the change begins, and each time the waters are tested with other people. It's the same with men as well. Sometimes, people need to see that, maybe they don't need to carry all of their hardness with them all the time. That there are good people that will treat them well, without it being a ruse to get something. A personal observation.

Good video and excellent advice.

This is such an important video in our modern age where we have lost proper decorum. Thank you for making it.

Thanks for this awesome video. Smoking definitely gives me time to speculate and take a second row seat on life and slow down a notch. I subscribed!

Hei man, i'm from Brazil and i'm a new pipe smoker. I really like of your videos. God bless you.

If it ain't broke don't fix it. Respect your elders and listen and understand the wisdom. Great advice for today's generation. If we all behaved like this the world and society would be a better place. A joy to hear this mutton chop piper. I Sir, share the same views. Thank you. Smoking a lord Nelson Latakia blend from the olde smoke shop in Temecula, California in my Peterson Sherlock Holmes Watson pipe. Sandblasted rustic finish. A beautiful pipe. FYI. Because of your awesome instruction I am in love with pipe smoking. Good night Sir and thank you so much. Keep up the great work.

Her I am watching another one of you video's, I find this video interesting in the fact that this is exactly what made me subscribe to the channel. When I subscribed I did not know of this video, this is the very thing that I noticed, you have something to say that is experience based and you do it for all to understand and at the end you say " let's review " like a good professor in college would, or should. You are organized, slow to speech and precise when you do speak, you are not offensive well mannered and act like a pipe smoker from the a generation when men were men, you have a gift in my opinion for doing this "Journey " and it fits you well, thanks. I also noticed after listening to you breathing video's that when I follow you example I can sit and smoke and breathe and the small bowl on my ( Grabow 2003 collector ) does not heat up and is most enjoyable. That's why you are the " MUTTNCHOP PIPER ". Thanks for your service !!

What wonderful, sage advice. Often, the gentlemen who smoked pipes and inspired us with an example we wish to emulate were the keepers of the keys for grace and wisdom. Coming to the dinner table one evening, my Grandpa asked, "Young man, did you wash your face and hands?" Imagine, not just hands but face and hands. I said, "No sir", and he was patiently angry. He passed one of those keys to me and said, "Sugarboy, a man washes his face and hands before dinner". If a man is smoking a pipe, he has arrived at a certain point in life and made a decision. What a wonderful reminder to ourselves to be gentlemen or gentle ladies and live with class and dignity... and a key ring.

You are on point buddy. Stay the same never change. We lack people like you in the world. God bless ya Chris. Cheers from ohio

I feel that as I grow old, my faults become more apparent and my patience is not what it once was. I agree with everything you say, but it certainly gets harder as you grow older and “wiser”… but the important part is to strive to get better, so thank you for the reminder, Sir. :)

One of the best vids I’ve seen. Thank you!

The part of the reading "The pipe is the fountain of contemplation, the giver of pleasure, and the companion of the wise, and he who smokes, thinks like a philosopher and acts like a Samaritan" is attributed to Sir Edward George Bulwer-Lytton, a novelist and member of the Queen's Privy Council about 150 Years ago. Look him up.