Pipe lighter

1. What kind of lighter do you use for a pipe?
2. What is a pipe lighter?
3. Can I use a regular lighter for a pipe?

What kind of lighter do you use for a pipe?

Soft flame lighters have a cooler flame than torches, which is preferable for cigars (when wind conditions permit) and are the only kind of lighter you should ever use for a pipe.

What is a pipe lighter?

A pipe lighter, on the other hand, is a softer flame that covers a broader area and usually jets from the side of the lighter which makes it easier to angle the flame into your pipe without burning your fingers.

Can I use a regular lighter for a pipe?

Every smoker develops their own technique for lighting a pipe, but in general it's mostly straight forward. ... A regular lighter, pipe lighter, or match (that should be the last resort for lighting it though) will do the trick. Pipe lighters are recommended, but a simple match will work just as well.