There are three common styles of Pipe Filters: Pass-Through filters, Absorption filters, and Condensers. Pass-Through pipe filters are the most common style filter. … The most prevalent complaint of Pass-Through filters is that because of their high absorption levels, using them inhibits the flavor of your pipe tobacco.

Can I smoke a bowl without a filter?

Short answer is yes. You can also get an adapter to take the place of the filter.

What is pipe sweetener?

Developed by a pipe smoker to clean, sweeten and kill germs inside your pipe. Use generously with an absorbent pipe cleaner. Use only on the internal parts not on the external finish. Contains alcohol – keep from contacting bowl finish.