I’ve started carrying around cheap corncobs and small baggies of Black Cherry (local) to hand out to people when they ask about my pipe. I’m slowly converting the public around me.

I’ve had a really nice response to me smoking my pipe in public. It usually starts with a little ridicule, but then the conversation opens up, and I’ll have complete strangers telling me their fond memories of a loved one who smoked a pipe. One evening I was waiting outside some shops while my girlfriend was inside, and there was a group of teenagers milling around, and one of them was just looking at me. Then he smiled and said that his grandad used to smoke a pipe. I said “he sounds like great man.” He smiled to himself, and said “yeah he was. Have a nice night.” I’ve never had anyone say anything bad (not that I’d care if they did), but I was shocked by the way it gets complete strangers to open up and tell stories about their loved ones. That’s one of my favourite things about smoking a pipe. They might not have been thinking about that person that day, but seeing me smoke a pipe brought them a nice memory. That’s an amazing thing.

I'm working in Liverpool, UK on a building site near the docks and fired up my pipe amongst the smokers in the smoking area outside, then braced myself for the comments... The looks of disbelief were followed by "hey mate, that is so cool and old school" They loved it and the smell of the tobacco. I've even had non smokers sitting with me just because the aroma reminds them of their fathers, or their childhood. One guy said he is going to buy a pipe, just because i look so relaxed whilst smoking it! 😂

I was camping recently and had the opportunity to smoke in the "restaurante terrace" (I don't know how you call the place outside the restaurant/bar where there are chairs and tables outdoors), it was covered by a roof, just the typical rustic restaurant with its small terrace. So i was sitting while drinking a soda with a friend. Here in Spain I never saw anyone smoking from a pipe or just a cigar, so I didn't have any refference about how they would react. The difference here is non-smokers aren't that hostile to smokers, while it's true they prefer being in a clean space, obviously. The owner of the camp was pretty nice, and my friend and I weren't alone there, so more people could smell and see this. The very first reaction especially in young people seems to be a smile, I think one reason is seeing a 27 years old smoking from a pipe (people think I am around 22-23), another one is just, like me, have not seen anyone doing it. One of the times the owner went outside to the terrace I saw her smelling it and then looking for the source of it, she saw me and and just like the rest, told me how good it smelled (I was smoking Crown Achievement) compared with cigarettes, that was what she thought I was going to smoke, so she got closer and we talked a moment about it, then she invited us both to play at night a table game (Catan) and, when we were playing, someone who had been on the terrace while i smoked asked me if I was not going to smoking another pipe, which smelled good and was just relaxing seeing at it, so I just had to smoke a bit of Original Choice from McBaren while playing with them. So for me that was the only experience and quite pleasant. They were curious about something they had not seen, and that simple thing allowed me to socialize that day and participate in an event for the fact of smoking a pipe. I do not say that this is what will happen every time someone does it, but we are far from convey the same sensations as cigarette smokers and I think for the better. The pipe is not anxious, smells good, relaxes the environment and feeds the curiosity of the rest. I wouldn't mind saying something like, at the right time and place, the pipe reaches the soul where cigarettes only can reach the lungs. Greeting from here as another fan of fantasy, Tolkien and pipe smoking among other things. Congratulations for your channel, it involves everything that means smoking in pipe.

Compliments are sadly now few and far between. The most annoying has to be the fake cough and evil eye from across the street, as if a brief encounter with a pipe smoker 30 feet away just subtracted a few weeks of their life! The rare enquiry about the blend I smoke usually comes from older men.

Hi, Today is my very first day of pipe smoking.

Being courteous is the gentlemanly way to do it! Cheers

That was a very long way to say “I recommend smoking aromatics in public.” Extremely pleasant to listen to; very Entish of you.

Muttnchop, I just did my first public pipe smoke this weekend at a birthday gathering (smoking was permitted) and people were very intrigued. I even had a few people ask me about it and commented on the wonderful aroma it was putting out. I owe you another debt of gratitude for giving these lessons. I'm only 2-3 months into it and have never had tongue burn, bad taste after cleaning my pipe and even got to the point where my wife will sit next me as I smoke because I continue to practice your methods every time I smoke.

I always smoke aromatics at our family gatherings even though they're not necessarily my favorite. My sister-in-law usually grabs the pipe out of my hand so she can get a good whiff of the smoke coming out of it and then passes it around so everyone else can do the same. It always cracks me up!

I recently went back to pipe smoking after 35 years. I smoke aromatics. Live just outside of New York City. For the past six weeks or so I've been smoking my pipe while walking on the bike path. The weather here is just starting to warm up therefore more people are on the bike path at this time. In 6 weeks I've had two comments. Last week a woman commented "Huffin and Puffin I like it". Yesterday as I approached a jogger in the opposite direction I heard a very loud yell of that famous four letter word. I looked up and as he jogged on about 20 feet from me in the opposite direction he yelled out "F your smoke" full version of course. As I continued on with my walk all I could think of is, if I would encounter this jogger again (on my return walk home). I wasn't really concerned with what this jogger might do if we were to meet again but I was concerned with what I would have to do in the event of an altercation. When I switch to riding my bicycle I will not be smoking my pipe on the bike path. I do feel that I should not have to be subjected to vulgarity nor should others because of a person's dislike for my pipe smoking.

I've had nothing but positive reactions whilst smoking my pipe in public. Even got free drinks once and have received numerous compliments, which was never the case when I was a cigarette smoker. Sweet smokes amigo 😎

I feel that like everything in life there is a time and place for everything. If I am out with my pipe and can "feel" the crowd and I am at ease with it I light up, if not I wait until I am back at the homestead. Being respectful to others and avoiding giving the pipe smoking hobby a bad name is important IMO. I also find that people in public are waaaaay more receptive to pipe smoke vs. a big ol' Gurkha maduro going full steam. Blessings my friends.

This is a very mature take on the subject. The best fight is the fight you avoid. I learned that in the Marine Corps.

Is the community big enough yet to form an annual get-together in KY? We could call it MuttonCon.

Its much easier when you're older, to be honest. I'm 19 and started pipe smoking about 1 year ago (btw, because of vides like yours, thank you!) and I could never imagine myself today talking about pipe smoking to most of my family, and even smoke outside my house. I feel like I should lose this petty fear, but I'm too self concious about people looking at me, and I still haven't got over that fear. When I do tho, I'm sure I'll be going everywhere I can with a pipe in hands.

Nice video. My first experience of pipe smoke was sitting in the kitchen of my cousins down the country (I'm from Ireland). The father of the house was sitting after his day's work on the farm, and the aroma which wafted from his pipe as he smoked was so mellow, sweet, and melodious, I was somewhat taken aback because I didn't know that tobacco could smell like that. I thought tobacco smelled acrid and gritty like cigarettes. It's that experience which planted the idea in my mind that only sprouted ten years later, in the present, buying my own pipe. One other point. I don't agree that cigars smell fouler than cigarettes. I think they smell much pleasanter, more aromatic, though more staunch and full. However, they are certainly more challenging to smoke, and can be overpowering. A problem the bystander doesn't have to contend with! I would often be pleased to stand beside someone smoking a cigar, whereas a cigarette would be a nuisance.

I was a casual cigar smoker but always loved the smell when grandpa fired up a pipe while sitting out on his porch. He is no longer with us but that memory always will be. I started smoking a pipe about a month ago and plan on using his pipe at some point but wanted to learn more about it before I just jumped in. I ordered a group of different pipes from eBay and plan on using them to figure out what style I like before I spend a lot of money one. Your videos have been very helpful in selecting tobaccos and hope they might influence me on the proper pipe. keep up the great work.

Hello, you are right about room note of aromatic tobacco blends... may i add that , some straight virginias have a smell like fresh baked bread or cake that it's also acceptable from non smokers, thank you take care and happy smoking

Here in Argentina (please, sorry if my english es VERY bad), pipe smoking is not a "famous" way of smoking. And smoking cigars or cigarettes is concibed as a disgusting activity. People realy dislike the smell of tobacco. But sometimes i think when I am inside of a Bar, what could happen if I start smoking my pipe with a Cherry, or chocolate or any good aromatic tobaco. I really think people will be gratefull to me for "showing" them such a nice smell. Even smoking a Latakia, or Virginia Burley blend, is really an amaizing smell or "room note", like we say in the "pipe-world". Sometimes my friends, not pipe smokers, say to me :" What the hell are you smoking, can I eat that!!?", and I am smoking a Virginia latakia blend. The world will be a better place if people really sit, smell and APRECIATE the smell of a blend that anyone is smoking anywhere, even in a closed room (here in argentina is ilegal smoking inside Bars, restaurants, etc). I mean, isn't that the real purpose of an aromatic tabaco? Anyway, nice video! Greetings from Quilmes, Buenos Aires Argentina.

I fully agree brother. I have been wondering the same thing while smoking on campus (going to college under the GI bill). I instantly thought that some Lane 1-Q would be better than Nightcap or some 965. The results were amazing. I've had so many other students (younger crowd) express an interest in what I was smoking to the point that one of them decided to get into pipes and has had an amazing time with it. We are both Mechanical Engineering students, and get together for study sessions of which the pipe lighting comes first. He just expresses an interest in English blends, of which I provided, and is truly pleased. Thank you for the video, my friend. As always, Semper Fi!

new pipe smoker and new sub as well... thanks for the time weve spent and the times to be had

I've been to the festival several times and I absolutely enjoy every minute of it!

You're the best man. Truly grateful.

as someone who grew up around smokers and has always kinda been anti-smoking, i was definitely the type you described in another video as being anti-cigarette specifically while having allowances for cigars and pipes. my paternal grandparents smoked a pack each every day and they always smoked indoors. their walls were yellowed and some of their wooden furniture was stcky with tar. ive never been a fan of cigars much because of the smell, but i almost never see people smoking cigars so i really dont mind. i'd never say anything to smokers as im of the opinion its their bodies, i can just move away or upwind of them. Pipes on the other hand i never really saw anyone smoke ever but when i did i remember liking the smell. as a result, i always thought pipe smoking was much more palatable and a bit "classier" than the other methods of smoking. I've seen estate pipes at flea markets and antique shops for many years and always thought about grabbing one to clean up and finally try it, but my dislike of smoking in general combined with my not wanting to develop a nicotine habit always scared me away. well, i finally decided to pull the trigger this last week after a few months of research (including your videos) and a couple chats with other pipe smokers online. i got two estates to clean up as a little weekend project and two missouri meerschaum pipes, a cob and a hardwood, along with some tobacco from a local tobacconist. I've found i really enjoy it and even my boyfriend who has expressed some concerns about health issues asks me to come in the living room and have a bowl of a local blend that smells like pina colada while we watch tv or a movie.

What a mindful and considerate approach. Very nice of you to think this way

Thanks for sharing and being so clear in conversation and message. Renaissance fairs are so fun even though I don't dress up. It's great to be so observant so thanks for that

I just wanted to say thank you for all the videos you have made. I just started smoking a pipe about 3 weeks ago and your videos have been a tremendous help. You have helped me with technique, the difference in blends, and even how to keep my tobacco. Please keep making these, they're a great help to us beginners!

I hope you're having a fantastic day. And just wanted to drop you a line I have been a pipe smoker for six months pretty steady in the hobby, and I have found that all of your videos has been very informative and helpful you have helped me learn how to smoke my pipe and I get complete enjoyment of smoking that pipe. Thanks and keep up the great videos

I've only watched a few of your videos, and you really explain things excellently. The enjoyment I got from the tripod doubled in just 1-2 hours. Go on!

Great advice. Thank you very much. I've been enjoying your videos.

Always fantastic! Thank you for great content. I really appreciate your genuine personality and honest words.

Great video Muttnchop, missed your videos. My wife and I are Full-Time RVer's and I was out walking one night smoking my PCOL Meerschaum with home blend tobacco. A few people walked buy me and a young lady told her friends to stop. She said do you smell that, it is amazing. She came over and we chatted for awhile.

This is pipe smoking philosophy deep. Great points and observations. Thank you.

There is always wisdom in your thoughts, glad your back

Got my first pipe and a few bags of tobacco yesterday. So far I'm enjoying it. Gotta get the breathing technique down alittle better! Thanks for all the helpful video's!

Fantastic point!!! Great video

Great tip and right on point, very thoughtful...

Great videos! I've been smoking for almost 40 years now. I stopped once for about one year. Anyhow, I am what you would call a Utility Pipe Smoker. 99% of the people I am around smoking my pipe enjoy the smell. One time I was smoking my pipe walking through a Christmas Light Festival. I felt like I was being followed even though there was a crowd around the streets but as I walked up and down a couple streets this fella I noticed following me for about 2 blocks. He stopped me and started telling me he started following me because he enjoyed the smell of the pipe. It reminded him of his grandfather and he thanked me for sharing my smoke. LOL was odd but made me feel good that I brought back fond memories. I find this happening more often nowadays since around here you find very few pipe smokers. I can count on my one hand how many pipe smokers I have seen here in the last 2 years. Not very many but many, many comments of fond memories brought back to people smiling as I walk by smoking my pipe. Have a great day!

Muttnchop Piper, I have been watching your videos over the last year (I only started smoking the pipe about 6 months) and I really appreciate your videos. You taught me how to pack a pipe while I was deployed and you thought me about different blends. My growth as a pipe smoker is in large part due to your videos. On my deployment I converted about 10 people to the pipe and showed them how to pack and smoke. All of which was a product of what I have learned from watching your series. You have a calming voice, articulate your thoughts well, and genuinely come across as a really good dude. I hope one day we might stumble across each others path and enjoy a smoke together . Keep up the good work.

Nice job, Chris. Thank you for your thoughts on this. I enjoyed them and take care.

I'm loving your videos. I've been smoking cigars for about a decade. Most of my family knows me for being around having a cigar to unwind and enjoy it. I transformed my office into my smoking room. Ventilated fan, weather stripping to separate it from the rest of the house and isolate the smoke. My girlfriend hates hates HATES the smell of cigars, so she doesn't care when I'm in my office. I've recently started more gravitating towards pipe because I simply hadn't really gotten into it. She loves the aroma and it doesn't bother her. She doesn't even care if I walk around the house with my pipe. Like you said, cigars can be very harsh and very overwhelming to non-smokers. I still love a good cigar, but I'm finding pipe to be nice to unwind, and there are so many blends and casings, it's really quite nice. I'm enjoying the hell out of it. My family has even had zero issues with it so far. Has been a nice transition, and I agree, people seem far more receptive to things that they can go, "Oh hey that smells amazing what is that?" than they are to go, "oh god that cigar... dude, can you not?"

These are some very thoughtful and good ideas. I am a new pipe smoker and having good smoking etiquette is something that has concern me. Thank you for the great videos i have learned a lot!

Another great video. Thank you, Chris. I always learn something from you. 👍👍👍

Thank you for your kind advice

Hello Chris, always good to see you. Have a blessed week.

For me, it was a cigar that got me into tobacco. 2 years ago I played in a mariachi. There's an event that has been going on for about the last 27 years in Albuquerque NM where Mariachi's from all over the country come and learn from the professional big name groups, there's also a competition and at the end a large concert consisting of the big name groups. After the concert, when I went back to the hotel, me and few group members went walking around. We ran into some other of our group members that were talking to a couple of guys from another group. We ended up hanging out playing music and drinking a bit. A group of Mariachis, from the three big name groups that were there, walked by us holding cases of beer and bottles of fancy tequila and they asked us to join them. About half way through the night the oldest man pulled out a cigar and started smoking it. The whole time I kept thinking to myself "wow, that smells amazing" . Eventually I asked him what it was and he replied "a real man's cigar" (he was implying it was a strong cigar). Ever since then I've been slowly getting into tobacco and have recently taken a liking to pipes. I found there was a YTPC and now I can't wait to get my hands on some more pipe tobacco.

Want to clear an area quickly? Light up a Di Nobili cigar. When I was a kid working as a lifeguard, one of the swimming club owners, an Italian guy lived on these things. He smoked them, crumbled them into a pipe and smoked them, I even saw him bite one in half and use it for chew-bacco!. A unique (and to some disgusting) aroma. Folks wondered if he was burning horse dung. Now his brother, the other boss smoked a briar pipe, Borkum Riff Bourbon exclusively. (1970's B.R. not the crap they sell today). That got me interested in piping. Loved being around Lou with his pipe burning and avoided Di Nobili Nick like the plague....

This one rings true even today, was puffing on some chocolate Cavendish and first thing that was said to me was, "mmm, what's that in your pipe, smells sweet and tasty", I in a politely manner was like, "Oh just some chocolate cavendish" and right then a smile appeared and they comment how it smelled like a nice and pleasant smoke. Must say I couldn't agree more with your statements here my friend, the aromatics certainly when of a scent that captures folks attention like that are what I like to consider the main stays within the tobacco arsenal that are always a win to the general public whom of which may not be a tobacco smoker/puffer. As always really enjoy binge watching your videos here Chris, your always a staple in which others could learn a lot from, without a doubt you my friend are an awesome gentleman, would love to one day sit around as good buddies and puff on a bowl or two of our favorite blend of tobacco and share stories like two good ole pals. I know at this point you got a full schedule there but as always I hope this message one day finds you doing well and not working too hard my friend take good care as always your pal, Tony 😉

This is a great analysis of the appeal of aromatics.

How useful, indeed; I have recently been contemplating taking my pipe with to my local Renaissance festival. My initial foray into public piping was a positive experience, fortunately so I think I will continue to explore; definitely seems folks are enticed by the 'room note' of aromatics. Thanks to you Mr. Muttnchop for being such an excellent guide into my newfound hobby, your videos are great!!

A true public service video. Very well done sir.

Your points have been noted. As a cigar lover I tend to look down on infused or aromatic tobacco. I will try aromatics now and see how it goes.

I've been told several times by others that pipe smoke reminds people of their fathers/grandfather's. Brings people back to fond memories of their late relatives.

Good vid Chris. Thanks. Have a great week.

another fine video sir...... my friends and i often sit round a table outside our tobacconists,trying different blends and so forth, and most passers by say what a really lovely aroma...

I'm really new to pipe smoking. I never smoked cigarettes or stogies. But the way you described your favorite summer blend made me want to try it. So, I ordered some yesterday. I can't believe how many different selections of tobacco there are. Your videos have helped me along, though. Thanks!

Thanks for another video, enjoyed it very much. I smoke my pipe in the morning with my coffee in the backyard, when the sun is barely coming out.

A great lesson from you. I keep that in my mind.

I agree very well put thanks for your video.

Very interesting thoughts and analysis. 👍🏼

Man I love your videos!!!! I bought by first pipe which is an H.I.S today at my local tobacco shop. I gotta say I'm in love and I'm not a tobacco smoker at all. Thanks all to you sir! You got my sub

Hello Chris, Very true also based on my own experience. Great seeing you again. Another concise smoking in public presentation. Smoke Well

Great video and excellent subject matter.

I have had similar experiences with the English Blends I favor. People surprise me with their positive reactions when they smell my tobacco (which is very infrequently). Frequently they are returned to the memory of a relative or friend, or whatever positive experience they themselves had without becoming a dedicated pipe smoker. I've introduced a few folks to the hobby, and also have been pleasantly surprised to learn how many of friends are closet smokers who are keen to have someone to smoke with. One such example of a surprisingly positive experience was that of a relative who suffers from asthma among other issues, complaining rather loudly at the oppressive smell of the match I struck (some 40 feet away) then asking me to come sit at the same table so she could enjoy the aroma of my pipe. Also for myself I smoke a pipe and yet suffer greatly whenever anyone strikes up a cigarette. In all instances I am cautious as to who I smoke around and in what settings. I certainly am aware that whatever image I project affects the community of pipe smokers at large.

I love that you mentioned the ohio renaissance festival, the Danny boy pipe shop got me started on pipe smoking.

Hello Chris. A very interesting chat. Thank you for sharing. Be well.

Very interesting and so actual!

It’s great to hear that you’re not only a pipe smoker but enjoy the Renaissance Festivals! I belong to a group called the Society for Creative Anachronisms and I never get complaints about smoking my pipe. During gate duty (where you and a friend sit at the gate of your camp to make sure that only residents of the camp and camp friends come in) I’d always smoke my pipe. Roamers walking by would walk up all the time to ask what I was smoking. Appalachian Peach and Berry seemed to be the ones to draw attention. In three weeks some friends, family and myself are headed to a Ren Faire in Maryland. Though I doubt you’ll travel to that would Id love to see you there!

This is very well thought out. Thank you. :-)

I smoke a specific blend when I'm at my parents for holidays or BBQs. My Mom and brother are cigarette smokers but Dad is a non-smoker and can't stand the smell. But he absolutely LOVES the aroma when I smoke Southern Belle

Excellent video Chris!

The general public associates smoking especially for teens as something negative. These comments are very encouraging and hopefully I’ll have one or two people approach me and ask about the hobby. Hopefully, I can also share my interest to people in a positive way.

Awesome Sir. Thanks alot.

Nice video and great practical advice!

Thank you for correctly pronouncing the word "Appalachian"!

My neighbor who was an older guy, smoked a pipe and I always thought it smelled so good. That was what peaked my interest in pipes. It was a major contrast to my father's cigerettes. The smell definitely is enough to attract more positive, instead of negative attention.

I remember a time when I was smoking my pipe at the local cigar lounge and a husband and wife decided to sit next to me because the wife enjoyed the smell of pipes more because the nostalgia of remembering her father

That is what I get every time I am in public smoking my pipe I always smoke a aromatic tobacco all the time any way very good video keep them coming brother.

You have a sub from me I watched your video on pipe and your health concerns and I really enjoyed it, very honest video you are a good man and I wish a lot of others could cut the crap personality out of themselves and have a straight up genuine attitude like yourself without and excess ego and bad habits

I encourage it.

Great video. Always something to learn or think about here...

That was great on many levels. Thoughtfulness exemplifies class, not catering to ppl that have different perception of a given topic. And its very good suggestion - aromatic in public. Except in WA public smoking of any kind is illegal AND WA bans citizens from delivery of tobbacco to private address'. We need a tobbacco "tea party". 😂

I've been hesitant to smoke my pipe in public because of cigarette smokers and the mentality nonsmokers have of those who do smoke tobacco. This video really helped me find a way to perhaps be accepted around nonsmokers. I love aromatics anyway so it should hopefully be not much of an issue as you pointed out, especially with my wife! Thanks Muttonchop!

I just picked up pipe smoking. I usually smoke 4-5 cigars a week and am trying to save some money. My 6 year old daughter hates the smell of my cigars. Just last night she gave her approval of the pipe because it "smells like s'mores". You are spot on here.

I have been a regular cigarette smoker for 35 years or so. I have been an occasional cigar smoker for about 25 years or so. I have been a pipe smoker for about a month. A cigarette is purely a nicotine delivery device. A cigar is an indulgence that can replace the smoking of 5-10 cigarettes in a sitting. Smoking a pipe is 30 minutes of deep thought.

Another awesome video Muttonchop, most enjoyable!

I had a similar experience on a railway station platform in London back in 1987 (or thereabouts). I was smoking a beautiful blend called Kentucky Blue Grass and a very enthusiastic gentleman came over and asked me what it was, where I bought it (I can't quite remember, it was either the tobacco department of Selfridge's department store or the Old Holborn shop) and said it was the nicest aroma he'd ever smelt.

Thats some well thought out advice. 👍 Ive recently started pipe smoking. Ive got a couple of barrel briar pipes that cost that xost about £15 each. I then bought some supermarket pipe tobacco. Special Virginia i think it was called - it tasted like soap and nearly put me off pipe smoking - so i bought an aromatic blend from the pipe shop in Edinburgh called Enigma and its wonderful. My wife and i were recently staying up near Loch Lomond and we were having a drink in a pub called The Clachan Inn - it's the oldest licensed pub in Scotland - and i decided to sit on the bench outside the pub and have a smoke at my pipe just to see what peoples reactions would be. Some folk looked down at me with disdane, but i could tell most of the others - especially the cigarette smokers - were enjoying it. So im going to keep some aromatics handy if im taking my pipe anywhere in the future. 👍

Been smoking cigars for a bit longer then 2 year now and it is first week of pipe smoking for me .... So far loving it and your videos... Without a doubt will continue to smoke both cigars and pipes as they both just simply are truly special .... Been watching your videos for a week now... Find them really pleasant and informing .... With regards to others and their opinions i dont think you or anyone else should go bend over or go back wards just to please others ... Do what you like when you like dont bother urself with others .... you cant please them all anyways.

Love your videos mate!!!

Definitely would love to see a update on your rotation

I made the switch from cigarettes to the pipe many years ago and as a mountain guide I would never light-up a smoke on my trails but one day at the top of a mountain and under a tree we had Finnised our lunch, out I produced the pipe to a silenced group until I lit-up with convidence and let the fragrance do its work. Talk about a game changer... I totally understand why they use the term peace-pipe. Growing up as a kid in my house, all was cool when the father was having a smoke of his pipe. 😉

Good advice

I understand exactly what you mean, I’ve been smoking a pipe for years and to date not one person has had a negative thing to say to me, in fact just the opposite, I.e omg I love the smell of pipes or mmm that reminds me of my childhood, my dad or grandad used to smoke a pipe etc etc. But when my friends smell someone standing at a bus stop smoking a cigarette for example, they say omg he/ she stinks like an old ash tray gross. So yes what you say makes perfect sense. Great post by the way.

This is the good thing about pipe smoking. It smells good to even those who dont partake. I couldn't do the same thing with my favorite cigar lol.

Good stuff sir. Thanks.

I've had a few good experiences smoking my pipe in public and a few bad ones I was sitting smoking a old English blend on a bench and a elderly chap walked over and complimented me on the smell of pipe tobacco

Hi, not watched your channel for a while. Glad to see you're still active in YT and submitting helpful materials. You look well and I hope everything is good with you as someone I've grown to respect and trust. That's partly what I'm looking to draw out here. If a pipe smoker exudes a calm reflective persona then I feel this can be somewhat reassuring. Here's a person that may be contemplative, thinking before he acts. This is a positive for us as a community. For me as a 51yo pipe smoking also triggers memories of family and friends long passed on. It can make me somewhat reminiscent even just seeing that person. The acquaintances have gone but their spirit remains. For me that same evocative sense is equally prevalent with English blends. "This is how pipe tobacco used to smell" and so forth. This is also helpful. I have a strong dislike of how smoking has become increasingly stigmatised and we are pushed away to a corner by the non smoker. It's true that I smoke my pipe for myself rather than for others, but if we as a complentative community show our respect for that differing opinion then it builds on our reassuring demeanour. A simple question, asking those around us if they mind whether we light up, cements that case Cigarettes are about that quick hurried hit and can appear inconsiderate of those around us. Piper's consulting others are a different creature. We are not necessarily asking for permission, but we are negotiating. As long as we continue doing that, we may be more likely to remain accepted by the mainstream.

Love the new video Muttnchop! Do you think you could ever do video (s) on different types of lighters and your opinions and thoughts on them? Have you ever looked into different laws on what you can/cannot do when growing tobacco privately on your property? I think those could make for interesting videos and haven’t found any other videos on them as of yet. Thank you for everything you do as always, and I love to see you’re still making wonderful content. Take care MC.