My TOP 5 Corn Cob Pipes!

There are many great corn cob pipes out there available for purchase. Here are my favorites from my personal pipe collection!
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[@brianjacoway594]

Thank you Kevin. I really enjoy your channel.

[@hobbitonpiper]

You’re very welcome, thank YOU for supporting my efforts! 🙏-Kevin

[@TheToddFather1969]

The Country Gentleman is my absolute favorite pipe.

[@hobbitonpiper]

It’s so great isn’t it! :)

[@TheToddFather1969]

@@hobbitonpiper truly am American treasure

[@ZeroGravityFuneral]

Yeah I love mine…I would say that it’s my favorite all time pipe as well

[@Smartiebob317]

Happy IPSD. Kevin, I have been following you since you only had a few hundred subs. In fact, I won your 500 GAW for subscribers. You bring a professionalism to the YTPC that is unmatched by any other presenter. My favorite cob is the General. It's a larger bowl but you don't need to fill it if you want a shorter smoke. Thank you. 💨💨

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thank you Bob, your kind encouraging words really do mean a lot to me. Great choice on the General! :)

[@libbyd1001]

Just ordered my first MM yesterday. Went with the Missouri Meerschaum Country Squire Bing’s Favorite. Really looking forward to it.

[@hobbitonpiper]

@@libbyd1001 I hope you enjoy it!

[@conanme3992]

Happy IPSD 2024! It’s my first IPSD. :) Strange to see you with just a warm shirt outside, it’s so cold up here in Québec, Canada, in my garage, smoking squadron leader and freezing my hands! Question: what do you do with the nice acrylic stems once the cob bowl burns out?

[@hobbitonpiper]

Put em on a new cob :)

[@mongooseman6717]

Hi Kevin ,hope you can help. I used to smoke pipes fro 1982-85, started back recently. I have tried on recommendation plum pudding ,Maltese falcon, autumn evening, Eileen’s dream. Not crazy about any of them though I understand they are very popular. I used to like Middleton apple( now discontinued) and love swisher sweet cigars with wood tips. I prefer a flavorful tobacco perhaps sweet with some fruit notes. I suspect I might be a codger. Any suggestions?

[@hobbitonpiper]

I recommend this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5XTlaN_pqqre9Esi=X8YCHRFXhsD2_xZB

[@Trevorbohny]

When you made the order with Vermont Freehand did you put in the order notes that you wanted the stem to be bent or is that how yours came?

[@hobbitonpiper]

You will need to put “bent” in the Order Notes otherwise you will receive straight stems by default (at least that’s how it used to be)

[@Orochi_001]

None of the listed pipes on VF correspond to pipes I own. Are the “filtered” stems for the larger shanks like the James Towne? I got an “unfiltered” stem thinking it would fit the Dagner poker, and it’s way too small. Luckily, it totally fit my Little Devil Cutty. Thanks!

[@hobbitonpiper]

I would only get their stems for a pipe listed on their site if it were me. I’m glad you found a pipe for the one you ordered!

[@GuyGalaxy]

This is a fun video. Thank you, I i'm getting into pipe smoking, and there's a nice seven dollar missouri, meershum pipe that I'm looking at. There's also a thirty dollar one that I want to get lol, but we'll wait for that one.When I find I really like the hobby! I've been told you want to rotate your pipes so maybe down-the-line. I don't know if I'll ever have a big collection. But 3 or 4 sounds nice. Eventually. At least for a little while, i need to pace myself cause I already have some hobbies i sink money into I like comic books and i like video games and some card games as well, i need to learn to pace myself. Cause i'm one of these people who, if I get into something, I go whole hog and get into it hard

[@hobbitonpiper]

@@GuyGalaxy I can relate

[@Josh-yk6xk]

Been smoking a corncob exclusively for a few months and today the cob around the stem cracked a little. Looking for a new one, might get a country gentleman. Also looking at the Ozark Cherry, and The William. Love your videos keep up the good work.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Yeah at these low prices they are basically disposable after a while

[@kobastalin5251]

I use to smoke cob every day I need to get back into it they are lovely the country gentleman is that best friend who’s a phone call away

[@hobbitonpiper]

Great comment, I’m glad you were pleased with my top pick! :)

[@danielklawitter184]

I have the exact same Country Gentleman with the blue ripple forever stem and it is a superb smoker. You really can't go wrong with a Country Gentleman with or without a Vermont Forever stem. Also love my Charlestown Cobbler. But the Louis bent cob is also in my top 5. Do you have one of those? Super thick walls on that beauty and it chugs through any blend with ease...especially enjoy it for Virginia flakes.

[@hobbitonpiper]

I do not! I had to choose from what I had on hand, but there are many other fantastic cobs out there to enjoy! :)

[@prosjeffrey]

Great video !!! Is there a certain version of cobb pipe that you would recommend for someone who has never smoked tobacco but is interested in starting ? I don’t have any friends that smoke pipes. So I’m in the dark completely on the hobby. And there are no brick and mortar stores to go to in the town where I live. Also the same question goes for tobacco….thanks. Enjoy all you videos !!!!

[@hobbitonpiper]

Any of these would be great!

[@rileyboydstun8280]

Charles towne cobbler was my first pipe! And still my favorite!

[@hobbitonpiper]

@@rileyboydstun8280 I like it!

[@matipollo1]

happy IPSD from Chile.....my favorite is the Missouri Pride, mainly because is so simple, but also a friend gave it to me.....I wonder if is possible to put a balsa filter in the shire pipe, because is listed as not filtered pipe, but may be is posible to put one in the shank? Cheers, happy smokes.

[@hobbitonpiper]

I don’t believe it will support a filter, if I owned any filters I’d test it for you (I don’t use them) :)

[@shawnroberts5634]

Great vid. Appreciate the recommendations. I want to get forever stems for my cobs but I love the way the dents on the plastic ones hug my bicuspids so nice.

[@hobbitonpiper]

@@shawnroberts5634 until it makes a hole and breaks through completely, that will work!

[@airadaimagery692]

There’s an eBay seller that buys Missouri Meerschaums and puts there little spin on the pipes an sells them for a couple of dollars more, and I’ve gotten a couple from them and I really like them. I do like the forever stems as well because they are wider at the button which makes it easier to clench. But for the ones that still have the stock plastic stems, I like to get the extra small rubber bits for those. The stock stems being narrow the way they are, I always struggle to find a comfortable place to clench.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Lots of fun cobs out there!

[@AJSu-ly3io]

Hv you guys ever tried the Falcon (system pipe?) pipes? I need to listen to some comments from you gentlemen. Tks!

[@hobbitonpiper]

I know of them, but have no experience with them. I do not own one.

[@TimsSchoolOfFish]

The Country Gent is still one of my all time favorite pipes (cob or otherwise) I do want to pick up either the Charles Town Landing or Cobbler though, as well as the Kingston Judge. Good stuff brother 👊🏻

[@hobbitonpiper]

All fun pipes for sure! :)

[@TimsSchoolOfFish]

@@hobbitonpiper Yes indeed!

[@jakethemedic1]

Hi Kevin, I'm pretty new to pipe smoking, but you and Mr. Muttonchop Piper have been amazing in helping me start my journey, so a huge thank you to you both. I do have a question: Why do my corncob pipes (Country Gentleman and Shire Cobbit by MM) seem to have wayyyy hotter bowls than my briar bowl Falcon? I'm using the Breath (Bellows) Technique (to amazing results with the Falcon), but no matter what I do it feels like the cobs get uncomfortably hot. Am I doing something wrong or is this just the nature of the different pipes? I have used Stokkelbye's PS-402 (straight Virginia) in each with the 3 pinch method in each and gotten these results. What would you recommend? Thank you so much for helping me out!

[@hobbitonpiper]

Corn cobs are a lighter porous material as opposed to briar, but they should still never get too hot to hold, and if they do, it’s an indicator that you do need to slow down even further. Slow way down and sip the pipe. My corn cob pipes certainly get warm but never too hot to hold comfortably. It takes time to learn this but once you do it’s another game changer.

[@jakethemedic1]

@@hobbitonpiper Thank you for getting back to me! You were right, of course, I started just putting it down when I felt it heating up and slowing my roll and I've had much more enjoyable smoking sessions. Again, thank you!

[@UncleBurntApostrophe]

Great stuff Kevin - man you're channel continues to grow well, kudos! P. S. My fav corn cobs I don't think are presently available (but they were for a good part of last year, as limited ediions ie there was a good opportunity to acquire them)...that would be the MM Elite Henry, which is a chimney type akin to the General, and has just trumped that for me, for that type of big smoke! And the second was a BWC number, possibly #9, which featured a bowl from an old, defunct corn cob company, MM had appropriated w a shank and stem of own design, and sold... A similarly tall bowl, and good sized smoke, but a step down from the Henry, in that department😅 *in short, frommy exp, I would definitely recommend considering their more unique, special eitin pipes, too! 👍

[@hobbitonpiper]

There have been some great limited edition cobs over the years!

[@UncleBurntApostrophe]

@@hobbitonpiper oh for sure, man- not that it’s in any way about that, of course, but I’ve already had my capital fill, shall we say, haha! Any new corn cob purchases will be cherry picks I think😂

[@michaeldebleser3253]

Great video again, I really like your channel. I’m smoking pipe about 1,5 year now and I absolutely love it. But I do inhale some of the smoke, not like sigarets but a bit. Is this something I have to stop doing? I find it gives a different (extra) taste to the tabaco. But is it really or just something I think. Keep up the good work. Greetings from Belgium

[@hobbitonpiper]

So happy to have you with us from Belgium! You definitely need to stop inhaling as it is the largest health risk and it does not enhance the flavor experience. Please take the time to watch the following two videos for full details on mitigating health risks and on enhancing your flavor experience. Enjoy!: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2LPZ2d7rcmhZ6Msi=hVQ1PY7UClzW9BYU kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4fbfaKBnbGpi8Usi=QvY9qFgovxfgYaMp

[@michaeldebleser3253]

I will work further on my technique 👍😊 I’m working on the breathingmethod, but it will need some time to get natural after smoking for 20years. I think the healthrisk is a lot smaller than in the past 20years. Thanks for your comment and really like smoking a pipe with you. Greetings and have a wonderfull day.

[@nameless9556]

Happy I.P.S.D. Kevin I don't have a huge collection of pipes yet but yea got have a Missouri Meerschum cob or two! I have two Charles Towne Landing well actually three but I only use two I pick up a third in case a friend wants to try a pipe. But I keep one for my aromatics and one for my Virginia's and vapors. But any way my tobaccos for blend my own blend came today!!! Which I smoke a sample pipe earlier before blending the whole thing and I can't wait to pop a jar after awhile. But I just finished a pipe of C & Ds Bayou Morning. So I could compare my blend to as it a 75 / 25 vapor blend too.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Sounds like you’re having a great time! Good deal :)

[@nameless9556]

@@hobbitonpiper O yea! Really enjoy myself, can't wait for warmer weather to really enjoy. Pipe smoke caught my interest in late fall because I found myself chain smoke cigarette enjoy the nicer weather, and got to thinking there has to be a more satisfying smoke I tried cigars and those just weren't for me. Friends in another rabbit hole kind of hobby kinda of push my interest into pipe smoking taking the jump and I kinda of take full on dives in thinks that interest me. Anyway hope you have a good smoke!

[@williamkaczmarek3996]

Kevin, When you installed the stem on your country gentleman did you have to work the stem down to get it into the pipe? I ordered a stem but it's way too big to fit into my pipe.

[@hobbitonpiper]

If you ordered the correct one based on their website it may be tight at first but should fit.

[@matthewguest2219]

Hi Kevin, Im new to your channel and YTPC in general, thanks for the content, I really enjoy your videos. I have a quick question as a new potential piper; would you recommend choosing a budget pipe for the first one, or would you say a better quality pipe is worth starting with? I really love the Savinelli 673 from a design point of view, but there are many budget churchwardens that I like too that are much cheaper, but I jmagine the key is in how the channels are drilled and how they draw etc. I think if I did take this up as a contemplation hobby, then I would only want to own pipes that I had really chosen carefully. Any advice or guidance would be very helpful, best wishes from Derbyshire, UK. Matt

[@hobbitonpiper]

Hi Matt, you would be very happy with a Savinelli 673, but if you wish to spend less while you work on your mechanics and see if you’re enjoying the process, here are some great options: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e2a2YWeoe5eAbpIsi=weG6dUaEnlFPwgvA

[@matthewguest2219]

@@hobbitonpiper Thanks Kevin. I went with a Peterson churchwarden in the end and I'm finding the long stem beneficial to a cool smoke. I just need to work a little on my over zealous cadence 😁 Appreciate your knowledge and especially your videos. Matt, Derbyshire, UK

[@carlarthur4442]

I have 3 cobs , but my best one is Missouri Meerchaum Connel & Diehl short red stemm , cant remember the name , but its neat .😊

[@hobbitonpiper]

It’s probably this one!: kzbin.info/www/bejne/faOlZGWObLWdmbssi=BLJUXKMoflnSPKa1

[@_greyskol]

I have a question… Did Peterson take over Dunhill? Someone gave me an unopened can of Dunhill Standard Mixture. Looks old. Tried looking it up but can’t find a way to date it, for cellaring. All I can find is Peterson with similar font to Dunhill can.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Dunhill stopped making blends in 2017. STG acquired the rights to use the names and formulas of the tobaccos they formerly made for Dunhill and put them out under the Peterson brand.

[@_greyskol]

@@hobbitonpiper cool. You , my friend, are a wealth of knowledge!

[@squiremuldoon5462]

How did you not include the Diamondback ?? Have you not tried it or were not a fan??

[@hobbitonpiper]

I had to go with ones I own! :)

[@bryanfleming7699]

Funny I just bought a forever stem from vf today before seeing this video

[@hobbitonpiper]

Awesome! I think you’ll enjoy it very much :)

[@seanflewin9803]

Im off to fermont freehand to get a few of those awsome stems I hope they ship to the uk cheers for the tip your right about mm. corn cobs they're the best smokers out there but to be able to upgrade the stems as you said would take them to the next level

[@hobbitonpiper]

Vermont Freehand makes great stems, hopefully they ship to you!

[@michaeldilley1898]

Great info on where to purchase forever stems! Thanks

[@hobbitonpiper]

@@michaeldilley1898 you’re welcome

[@Porterstout]

I have an old Missouri Meerschaum cob. The shank is made out of a real cob; not just wood with the painted on pattern. Does anyone know when they started using wood for the shank instead of corn cob?

[@hobbitonpiper]

My friend Russ says, “I have seen those but I’ve no idea of the date. The shanks are really thick and there was some sort of wooden insert for the stem to attach. The ones I’ve seen were typically diamond shaped and had a ferrule made of metal. My guess would be they did this at the very beginning and got away from it quickly. The corn cob pipes that were made long before Missouri Meerschaum ever came around simply had bamboo stems inserted through the wall of the pipe. He should write Shannon, Phil Morgan‘s daughter, who runs Missouri Meerschaum now. I’m sure they have some of these in the museum and she would know, or would know somebody who would know about dating.”

[@Porterstout]

@hobbitonpiper Thanks for the reply. The shank on this one is round and it's the same size as the wood ones used today. Hopefully, somebody in the know could get an estimated date. That would be super cool. I wish I could show you a picture.

[@junauralojipan3062]

Is there a difference in the bowl size of the Charles Town cobbler and the Country Gentleman?

[@hobbitonpiper]

The chamber size is about the same, but the CG bowl exterior is considerably larger and thicker

[@junauralojipan3062]

@@hobbitonpiperok cool thanks. I always thought the bowls were the same. Thanks for the info

[@InWithBothFeet]

I'm not a fan of the loud colorful stems. I prefer subdued earth tones, at least for now.

[@hobbitonpiper]

I bet Vermont Freehand has those color options for you!

[@PiperCalvinist]

I really like your content and the way you share your knowledge and opinions. You don't off as some arrogant know-it-all, and provide some very kind and helpful information. At 55 years old, I just smoked my first pipe ever! I used a Meerschaum straight bit legend with Captain Black. I enjoyed it but felt like I had a hard time keeping it lit, as I had to light it 5-6 times. And because of that I had a hard time knowing if and when I was done smoking? I couldn't tell if the smoke stopped due to needing to lite it again or because I reached the end? Should there be about 1/4 of bowls worth of ashes when you are done? Again, thank you!

[@hobbitonpiper]

I’m not sure if my first response to your comment went through, so I’ll try again to be sure. Don’t worry about relights, just smoke slow and relight as necessary. There may be dottle towards the end of each bowl (a combination of ash and moisture and some unburnt leaf) that no longer tastes good. Simply dump/scoop this out and then either end your smoke or reload. :)

[@PiperCalvinist]

Thank you for responding so quickly! It did last about 35-40 minutes. I didn’t think about the moisture of the tobacco being a factor. I recall now someone saying they sometimes take the approximate amount they are going to smoke and sit it out for about an hour prior to smoking, and that helps remove some of the moisture that may otherwise keep it from staying lit. I think I may try that next time. Thanks again!

[@hobbitonpiper]

@@PiperCalvinist ah but don’t take it too far…we don’t want to smoke dry crispy tobacco. Be sure to see this video for my detailed thoughts on that topic: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4fbfaKBnbGpi8Usi=tqlAUPQniewGayjK

[@redacted5406]

No diamondback? Good list, though. Enjoy IPSD!

[@hobbitonpiper]

I had to choose from what I owned! :) Happy IPSD!

[@redacted5406]

@@hobbitonpiper makes total sense. Sounds like it’s time to add one more, though ;)

[@JeremiahJohnson-lw1pu]

I have just recently became interested in pipe smoking. I searched and searched for what would be a good first pipe. I settled on the country gentleman. I then saw your video and was pleased with my choice. Thanks and keep making the great videos!!!!

[@hobbitonpiper]

That will work! :)

[@RobertoDohnert]

I always keep a bunch of cobs around specifically for friends who may want to try and enjoy a bowl

[@hobbitonpiper]

Good deal! I think it’s a great way to share this with others

[@bradb.4570]

Good to see you back! Smoking Burley Delight out of my Missouri Meerschaum Poker that they did with Cornell and Diehl

[@hobbitonpiper]

That’s great! You’re in line with the theme today! :)

[@stevet7522]

Do you have any good recommendations for small travel pipes? Something i can take hiking and not take up a lot of room.

[@hobbitonpiper]

All pipes are pretty dang small as long as they don’t have a long churchwarden stem. I’d just throw something inexpensive in your backpack in case it were to get damaged.

[@stevet7522]

@@hobbitonpiper that's fair. Probably get a hard case to put it in.

[@CrossTimbersSon]

Awesome list Kevin! In my collection I’ve got five country gentleman pipes each with different forever stems 😅 My favorites are a night rider with a black and white swirl stem and a red Elite Temptation.

[@hobbitonpiper]

I’m impressed with your cob collection! Thank you so much for continuing to support my efforts! 🙏-Kevin

[@Chacho-i5y]

Explain ""(leukoplakia)"" and tobacco please answer I would love to hear what you think thank u

[@TexasCajunz]

Solid videos dude. New piper and your channel has been so informative.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Good deal! Thank you for this feedback

[@davidbeach9253]

Hi Kevin, the briary has Ashley 109

[@hobbitonpiper]

Oh? Thanks for the heads up!

[@ultrahighgain412]

I'm a bit surprised you didn't mention the MacArthur simply because it's so iconic.

[@hobbitonpiper]

I had to choose from what I own! :)

[@ryanbeer5262]

Bent Fifth Ave Diplomat, nice big bowl fills the hand so nice. A Shenandoah that's perfect for a quick smoke, love the bamboo stem, need to get it's big brother the laughing king. I have a Morgan & a Missouri pride on the way

[@hobbitonpiper]

That’s a nice collection! Awesome :)

[@theblishknovk]

The Missouri Pride was my first pipe. Bought it almost a decade ago and still smokes like a dream. Super cool and dry. I also have a naked morgan and a beautiful Country Gentleman. Just ordered a 5th ave straight diplomat and very excited for it. Same bowl size as the country gentleman which i think is just about the perfect general use bowl size. Not too long and not too short. The morgan is great for lunch break at work. Now im eyeballing the Maddox with same bowl size as morgan.

[@christopherthomas6783]

Thank you! Awesome information, as I am a new tobacco pipe enthusiast! 😊

[@hobbitonpiper]

Glad to help!

[@builderofstuff]

Love my cobs! As a Missouri boy i get some state pride every time I smoke a cob.

[@hobbitonpiper]

As well you should! :)

[@YouHeckinBetcha]

Happy IPSD- my favorites are the Mark Twain, Louis, Kingston judge, Emerald, and country gentleman. Vermont freehand makes great stems. Highly recommend!

[@hobbitonpiper]

Yes yes! We are on the same page here it seems :)

[@Yornick]

Our faves are (in *absolutely* no order) Eaton for quick smoke breaks, 5th Avenue Diplomat for longer breaks, and the one called 99 (looks a bit like General, but taller; or like MacArthur Classic but with a lower stem connection) for... much longer breaks. :D And yes, Country Gent is also a lovely pipe for sure! :D

[@hobbitonpiper]

That’s a great list you have! Excellent :)

[@eTejas56]

Hey Kevin, Gary here, I've been a pipe smoker for 35 years and never smoked a Cob pipe or owned one. Well someday I might venture out from my briar collection and purchase one. Great vid my friend, God bless you and your family. I look forward to your sit and smoke videos.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Hi Gary! Wow, 35 years and no cob. I think you should smoke one as part of your pipe journey, why not? If you do, let me know!Lots of rich history with corn cob pipes, you might enjoy it, for what it is. Briar is still king, but cobs are super fun and worth your time :)

[@yusufsayed1583]

Good Evening 😊 Happy IPSD 🎉👏🏼 Thanks for sharing your top Five Corn 🌽 Cobs Pipes 👌🏽Beautiful 😍Appreciate your time and info ❤ Have a great day 🤗 Greetings from South Africa 🇿🇦

[@hobbitonpiper]

So happy to have you here with us on IPSD from South Africa! Very cool :)

[@chazchoo99]

I'm a new pipe smoker, and I have been LOVING my Country Gentleman! I also just got the Dune Shire Cobbit and will be lighting it up for the first time today!

[@hobbitonpiper]

Ooh very nice, I love that new Dune stem!

[@chazchoo99]

@hobbitonpiper Between the Dune stem and your video, I was also convinced to get a Vermont Freehand stem for my Gentleman haha. Miles above the plastic one!

[@Dolmio24]

Nice to see the country gentleman at number one, it was the first pipe I bought about 5 years ago, I'm not a very frequent pipe smoker compared to many people in the community, my country gentleman is probably my most smoked pipe in the collection, it still smokes well today, I definitely smoked it way too hot when I first started, it's been to work with me before, left in the car, not cleaned for days etc and it still keeps going. I'm at the point now where I have a couple of higher end pipes in the collection yet my country gentleman is still an absolute pleasure to smoke.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Same here, I have many pipes but still enjoy sitting with the Country Gentleman

[@snaponjohn100]

Hey Kevin. I have the same list, except for your first one. I also have the Crimson Gent. Right now I am smoking my ( just arrived in the mail today) Savinelli Clark’s Favorite smooth. Smoking Peterson’s My Mixture 965. Have a blessed week. John

[@hobbitonpiper]

Hi John! Yeah having some cheap cobs to enjoy or give to others had to be a “favorite” on my personal list :)

[@patoborq]

Good evening, @hobbintonpiper. Happy IPSD. Greetings from Chile 🇨🇱 Enjoy very much your videos.

[@hobbitonpiper]

I’m so glad you’re here with us from Chile on IPSD!!

[@WobblingHobGoblin]

Bent Apple Diplomat with Forever stem is my favourite MM pipe so far.

[@hobbitonpiper]

That’s a great one!

[@JohnAmidon-c6r]

Good to see you again! Just picked up a second Shire Cobbit, and I'm seriously thinking about sending it out to have someone put a churchwarden stem on it.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thank you!

[@kinetoscopes]

Don’t forget you can call Missouri Meerschaum and custom build your own unique corn cob pipe! My favorite cob is my custom country gentleman bowl with the white plaster (no stain) with brass ferrule. 🌽

[@hobbitonpiper]

@@kinetoscopes nice!!

[@JeffTheMan-xq8yx]

I would like a corn cob pipe with the corn still on it so it pops as I smoke so I can also have a snack.

[@hobbitonpiper]

This is a great idea, do it and let me know how it goes! :)

[@Zigmeister67]

My favorite is my Mark Twain that i dyed dark brown with leather dye. I yhen put a straight smoke ripple forever stem on it. It's beautiful.

[@hobbitonpiper]

That’s fantastic! That’s what I’m talkin about :)

[@skippyb.coyote895]

Happy IPSD! I haven't been smoking my pipes much the past few months, on account of winter in Minnesota not being the best time to be a pipe smoker, but today I got out my favorite corncob pipe-a Missouri Meerschaum Country Gentleman with a red amber tortoise C shape Forever Stem-and enjoyed some Mac Baren Vanilla Cream. After that I had a little Lane 1-Q in my Morgan Bones Milan for comparison, and while I definitely prefer the Mac Baren Vanilla Cream I can see why 1-Q is so widely enjoyed. It's mild and inoffensive, easy to keep lit and doesn't bite even when puffed absentmindedly, and tastes pleasant enough with a classic and nostalgic room note. Not too shabby =)

[@hobbitonpiper]

Not too shabby at all! Based on this comment, I know you enjoyed #1 on my list :)

[@JohnsPipeJourney]

Great video, Kevin. I agree with your list 100%. This is my new channel by the way. I wanted to keep all tobacco videos, separated, so that my other channel does not get demonetized. I never get tired of watching your videos, my friend. You have a blessed rest of your week. John, a.k.a. SnaponJohn100

[@hobbitonpiper]

You too! :)

[@rushfan3]

Great video Kevin, I do own a few cobs in my collection and smoke them, not as often as I should. I would have to say that the country gentleman is a good looking pipe. And thanks to Vermont freehand one can get a forever stem to replace the plastic stem on their corn cob. Happy belated IPSD to you as well. I posted 2 videos showing our pipe Club's celebration of IPSD which was on Saturday the 17th.emjoy your cobs. Cheers

[@hobbitonpiper]

Yeah those Vermont Freehand stems are pretty cool aren’t they :)

[@djsden6124]

Awesome. I like almost all of my cobs equally. Although I do favor the apple diplomat, country gentleman and shire cobbit as well. My best smoking cob is my mark Twain which I use when I go to work. It's a beater pipe, but smokes everything I put in it great. Thanks for sharing...

[@hobbitonpiper]

Many have mentioned the Mark Twain! Awesome! :)

[@williamcrane1]

Have you ever removed the stem from the Charlestown Cobbler? If so, how did you do it? I can’t budge mine.

[@hobbitonpiper]

It must just be tight. Rotate it back and forth, do what you gotta do to get it loose…Olive oil if you need to

[@williamcrane1]

@@hobbitonpiper thank you

[@hobbitonpiper]

@@williamcrane1 did you get it out safely?

[@williamcrane1]

@@hobbitonpiper haven’t tried yet. I’ll let you know after I try the olive oil ( or mineral oil)

[@williamcrane1]

Finally got it out. I put it in the freezer for 20 mins after using some mineral oil. Came out easily now I can remove it for cleaning After a smoke.

[@mega77]

I do have a Country gentleman and a Great Dane (curved) with forever stems. But not a lot of people talk about the amazing straight Patriot. It has style, great colours, it is very light and clenches perfectly even for a straight pipe. It is my favourite corn cob pipe, especially when enhanced with a forever stem (I have a Cumberland style stem, really classy).

[@hobbitonpiper]

Very nice! Many great cobs to choose from out there

[@Gipper0075]

Happy IPSD Kevin & fellow pipers. Thanks for the pipe smoking vid's Kevin. Always a pleasure.

[@hobbitonpiper]

You’re very welcome, happy IPSD! :)

[@gordons3071]

Hobbiton, this was an informational, fun, entertaining, helpful video! Thanks for sharing. Of your 5 choices, I do have the Country Gentleman and I love this pipe. I also loved the way you described your #5.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Fun pipes! :)

[@albertd8870]

Well Kevin, I finally ordered my forever stem for my Country Gentleman. Opted for style G in red. Quite spiffy if I say so myself 😂. In no particular order my favorite cobs are Country Gentleman, Charlestown Cobbler, Mark Twain and Great Dane. Have a great day, Al

[@hobbitonpiper]

That’s a great list! I’m glad you got a Forever Stem for your CG!! Awesome :)

[@kevinruyle2541]

Hi Kev, Kevin here, I like all cobs. I especially if they're neked. That is unfinished. I have found that if they're unfinished they tend to smoke cooler and are easier to hold. These old hands don't seem to be able to hold things as well these days. I tend to smoke the Country Gentleman more than the rest but, I also smoke the the Pony Express and the Eaton for those limited time smokes 20 minutes or so. All are Missouri Meershaum of course being from Missouri and all. You might have some difficulty finding neked cobs. I am fortunate to live close to Washinton Mo. so I can visit the factory and pick out my own but, if you call them I'm sure they would comply. Ask for a Redish one. They do come in a variety of color. And of course I prefer the Amber Danish stem. No extra charge however they do sell some forever stems if you prefer. THANKS Kev, great subject. . Take care.

[@hobbitonpiper]

This is all great information, thank you!

[@rockrnick27]

I just so happen to be smoking one of my mm corn cobs. I got it such a long time ago I don't even know what model it is! What a great holiday! Happy pipe smoking day everyone!

[@hobbitonpiper]

I can’t keep all of the names straight either! Happy IPSD! :)

[@henryfonda300]

Hello My Friend! Happy I.P.S.D. 2024! It's always a good day when we get a new Hobbiton video. I love the look of that emerald cobb. Cheers!

[@hobbitonpiper]

Yeah, the Emerald is great! :)

[@Jerexify88]

Happy IPSD and Cob Tuesday! My favorites are The Featured Apple, The Fall Apple, and The Emerald. My favorite non-Apple shape from MM is the Mark Twain. I love the extra thick walls. And the Forever stems are absolutely a huge upgrade. Cobs are my favorite pipes; such great value!

[@hobbitonpiper]

You’ve got a great list there! Yes, tremendous value

[@ryanb79]

Thanks for sharing. I have a handful of Missouri Meerschaum cob pipes. My favorites are the Mark Twain pipes. I have both the straight and bent stem versions. I used to smoke aromatics in my cobs but slowly gravitated away from aromatics into English blends a few months ago. I started smoking English blends in my briars, but one day I decided to try it in a cob. It was like an entirely different blend of tobacco. With the briars, I could only taste the smoky leather of the Latakia and the bready goodness of the Virginia tobacco. With the cob, I can also get the subtle hints of the floral orientals and peppery perique in the Hearth and Home Black House blend that I love. Cobs are now my go to pipe for English blends. Now I want to order a forever stem for my Mark Twains 😂

[@hobbitonpiper]

You should! Yeah I need to spend more time with Blackhouse this year, it’s great

[@wwsuwannee7993]

I use forever stems on all my cobs...they are worth it for the improved smoke.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Aren’t they great?! :)

[@timrichardson4018]

MM Washington 5th Avenue ($11+) is my first pipe, period. And it is my favorite cob! It just smokes so well!

[@hobbitonpiper]

I should get one of those!

[@michaelpage4199]

You nailed it. I knew the CG would be your top pipe. I have over a dozen MM pipes. Never had a forever stem but I looked at VF and may get on. Spot on. 👍

[@hobbitonpiper]

@@michaelpage4199 you should!

[@spaceman51974]

What is a pipe without a light? How about a video about your top 5 lighters? Happy IPSD minus PTSD.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Well, this video link is pretty close to what you’re asking for!: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJalYquGg9GHh8Usi=1falVgqwxQjSrBlO

[@davidmcclellan424]

I really enjoyed your videos! I just bought my first Missouri meersham corn cob pipe and I bought the country gentleman and it been thoroughly happy with it.

[@hobbitonpiper]

It’s a great cob!

[@Alamopiper]

Missouri Meerschaum - Country Gentleman Corn Cob Tobacco Pipe - Bent Bit my favorite.

[@hobbitonpiper]

So good!

[@tswjjoekue7120]

I literally lived in Russellville, AR just a few years ago. If only I knew how close you were, I would've came to you to learn more about piping. :) Blessings to you sir! - J

[@hobbitonpiper]

I’ve driven through there many times! :)

[@timmyjohnslats]

My favorite cobs in no particular order are my Let Freedom Ring,Country Gentleman, Shire Cobbit,Charlestown Cobbler and the Missouri Pride.

[@hobbitonpiper]

A wonderful list!! Super cool :)

[@raymatthews4319]

I have several MM pipes that I enjoy smoking. My Country Gentleman straight is great for English and Oriental blends.

[@hobbitonpiper]

It’s just great period :)

[@stevet7522]

I have several briars from savinelli, stanwell, nording, and Peterson. I absolutely love my corncobs, they are some of my favorites. Cobbit shire and country gentleman. Can't go wrong with corncobs.

[@hobbitonpiper]

So fun! I will always enjoy my cobs :)

[@Wentz789]

I have the emerald and the country gentleman. I like them.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Yes! Great cobs :)

[@chrisb_71]

Subscribed! Awesome content. Happy belated IPSD Kevin.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thank you and welcome aboard! Lots of relaxing informative content to explore here, I hope you enjoy! :)

[@Thepiperfisher]

Just got the MMC Country Squire Bing pipe, and I have to say it is my favorite pipe by far! The shape and draw of the pipe is so aesthetic and practical. Not to mention the pearl like color of the stem is beautiful! A must have corn cob pipe by far!!!

[@hobbitonpiper]

Very nice! That’s awesome, man

[@joseluismanzur1973]

Hello Kevin very nice your MM they are beauty I have only 2 MM one was a present of my mother its a little MM and now have 50 years old smoke well but the stem uts no good.Abd the other its a big general cob and smoke very well.Thank you my friend for share all this MM.😊😊😊

[@hobbitonpiper]

Many love the General cob! :)

[@BullmoosePiper]

Hi Kevin, I'm a new presenter on the YTPC, have been on here for ages but I'm just now finally getting "on the other side of the camera." You have been a huge inspiration to me to have the courage to present. Thank you so much for everything you have done for the pipe community and what you've meant to me. Cheers pal. Justin

[@hobbitonpiper]

Very cool, I subscribed!

[@BullmoosePiper]

@@hobbitonpiper Thanks, Kevin. I'm honored. ❤

[@subaquagene608]

Good to see you again Kevin and Happy IPSD day to you. Nice selection of cobs, I don't have any cobs but you inspired me to order a Emerald to give a try. Thanks and God Bless

[@hobbitonpiper]

Oh they are fun! Gotta have a cob :) You picked a good one!

[@thomasdrudi9945]

Great choices my friend. I have so many cobs including the more expensive models. Believe it or not one of my absolute favorites is my simple little Morgan. I swear I could smoke it every day. Go figure.

[@hobbitonpiper]

You aren’t the first to mention the Morgan! Great little pipe

[@darrylthehorntoadpiper]

Kevin I did just that I introduced my brother in law back in to pipe smoking with a corn cob, tobacco & hand made tamper!!! He just loved it & then told me he used to smoke many years ago in the Air Force. But had for gotten just how fun & relaxing it was. Now we puff together went I visit!!👍👍👍 Thanks a lot Kevin got that idea, you’re the best!😎👍

[@hobbitonpiper]

This is a great story that makes me happy! :)

[@ThePreachingPiper]

Happy IPSD from "The Preaching Piper!" 🙏💨🙏💨

[@hobbitonpiper]

Happy IPSD! :)

[@dehiscence]

Happy IPSD, my favorite is either mark twain, or the dwarf cobbit (both with acrylic stems).

[@hobbitonpiper]

Those are great choices! Happy IPSD!

[@DonMcleod-b7x]

The country gentleman is my favorite and I’ve acquired a nice acrylic stem I use for mine. Cobs are used on my 🍒 cherry days 😉. Enjoy your videos. Thanks for sharing.

[@hobbitonpiper]

They are great for aromatics aren’t they! :)

[@bigjim1408]

Thank you for all your videos especially the one on labeling your tobacco jars with the printout and glueing them to the lids, I now do that also. I am 52 years old and just started smoking pipes last year and there is nothing around me ( Oshkosh, WI ) for smoke shops or clubs to learn from so I use youtube and found you and two others that I like to watch and learn from, Thank You.....

[@hobbitonpiper]

You’re very welcome! Glad you’re enjoying! :)

[@chuckmccullough5382]

Thanks for the hint about forever stems. I will definitely be buying a couple. My favorite pipe is surprisingly a little Morgan nose warmer.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Hi Chuck, yes, I actually mention the Morgan natural in this video!: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e2a2YWeoe5eAbpIsi=LIiUeENJeRFQfdNn

[@whitetail7516]

Happy IPSD to you. Is a day late. I was subscribed, but KZbin did not send a notification. Those are nice looking corn cobs.

[@hobbitonpiper]

Dang, make sure the “bell” is clicked, sometimes those get reset randomly it seems! Happy IPSD!

[@EMSGillians]

Just picked up my first Cob and it is the Shire Cobbit. I absolutely LOVE this pipe!

[@hobbitonpiper]

Good choice!

[@PiperX1X]

Great cobs buddy and thanks for sharing, best wishes from North Yorkshire 🇬🇧

[@hobbitonpiper]

Thank you, best wishes!