Often times the bowl will have a hole on the side of the pipe commonly referred to as a shotgun or choke. The shotgun allows for a burst of air to follow the smoke making for a glass pipes smoother toke. SMOKEA® makes it easy for you to find the best pipe for you. We sell unique pipes so don’t be surprised if you come across something you’ve never seen before.
We even have a selection of water pipes priced at $10 or less. Our artists use a meticulous process to carefully craft each piece of our pipes to perfection. From the structural aspect to aesthetic considerations and all of the fine details that go into ensuring the finished product is of the highest quality — it’s an intense process!
The artist smooths out the mouthpiece, eliminating any irregularities or sharp edges. Once the bowl has been shaped, the glass blower uses a rod to gently press down in the center of the bulb. This step is called the “bowl push” and it’s what creates the depression in which smokers pack their herb. Glass is an inert substance, which means it won’t leach any flavors or smells into the smoke — glass lets you experience only the smells and flavors of your weed.
If you go with the cheapest pipe that you can find, you may end up with one that simply is not as durable as the majority that are out there. This is why you should be selective when choosing a pipe, and make sure to feel the pipe in your hands before buying to make sure that it has the right heaviness level. Depending on where it comes from, it can also be full of toxins. Our borosilicate glass is produced here in the United States and hand blown by experts. Glass quality and makeup is what gives your piece its durability.
water pipes are among the most versatile and convenient ways to smoke dry herb. Because they require nothing more than a lighter, glass pipes work well for basically any situation whether you are smoking at home or on the go. As you can probably tell by now while the basics haven’t changed much, the bong is almost a college course within itself .