The tradition of smoking a hookah originated in the East. Recently, it has become a kind of fashionable trend among young people and in our country. The smoking process looks aesthetically pleasing and even beautiful. How to get a good hookah that will last a long time? Perhaps this is one of the main issues on youth forums. Indeed, a lot depends on the quality of the product. There are key points to consider when buying. About them and will be discussed in the article.
Set goals
Before you buy a good hookah, you need to understand for what purpose you need it. There are models that can only be used to decorate an apartment. This is, so to speak, souvenir products. As a rule, they are made of silver or gold, decorated with precious stones. Kindle such a hookah will be very difficult. The length of the pipe will not allow you to enjoy the smoking process, tobacco will give bitterness, and there simply will not be the right amount of smoke.
Souvenir hookah, the price of which can reach several thousand dollars, is quite popular as a gift. It can be a great addition to the interior and take pride of place among antique products. Things are different with those hookahs that will be in constant use. In this case, the purchase should be taken much more seriously. Beautiful appearance is not the main thing. In this case, you need functionality.
What to look for when buying a hookah?
The main element in the hookah is the mine. The smoking process will depend on this detail. Pay attention to the metal of which the element is made. It is desirable that the inside be made of steel. In this case, the hookah will serve you for a long time. Choose models in which the shaft is solid, non-separable to achieve complete tightness.
Another important detail is the hose. The longer it is, the better the smoke. Do not purchase models made of foil or polypropylene. They are short-lived. The best material is leather. It is preferable to choose a glass flask. The metal models are reliable, do not break, but at the same time they oxidize quickly, which gives an unpleasant taste when smoking. You need to purchase a ceramic bowl for tobacco. They quickly heat up, while the foil does not burn and does not stick. When purchasing a hookah, check the tightness of the product. If one of the elements passes air, the smoking process will be disrupted.
Debunking Myths
Opinions have taken root among the people, which experts are happy to refute. Among them there are such myths:
- The bigger, the better. It is not true. The height of the hookah does not in any way affect the smoking process. Even a small high-quality device will smoke so that high Chinese models envy it. Another question is that manufacturers very rarely produce hookahs of good quality, but small in size. If this happens, they cost almost the same as high units of goods.
- Country of origin is important. An absolute lie. You can buy a good hookah, made in China. The main thing is to check all its elements and tightness. One of the best are Egyptian models. They are relatively inexpensive, but in this case, you can buy a fake. Remember: real Egyptian hookahs are sold without any packaging and may have some aesthetic flaws: blurry painting, inaccurate adhesion of parts, and so on.
- The best hookah made of copper. Not true! Experts strongly disagree with this statement. Over time, this material changes color, turns green. It is much more profitable and practical to purchase models of stainless steel or brass.
There are enough such myths. When choosing a hookah, remember that the main part in it is the mine. It depends on her what the process of smoking will be. All other elements are secondary.
New - electronic hookahs
Recently it has become fashionable to smoke electronic hookah. It's all about its convenience. No need to kindle coal, prepare a flask, foil ... The process takes only a couple of seconds. It is enough to insert a charged battery, press the button and start smoking. In addition, a significant plus is the fact that the flavors used in these models are completely safe for health.
Electronic hookah can be smoked in public places, which is to the liking of young people. Many proponents of traditional models look condemningly at the novelty, but modern society keeps pace with the times. Such a hookah is quite compact. Its length is from 15 to 17 cm. This allows you to take it with you on trips. The most popular electronic hookah is Starbuzz. It's all about the quality of the goods. Even avid lovers of traditional models did not find a difference in taste. Saturated steam released during smoking is absolutely harmless. The cost of electronic hookahs ranges from 5 thousand rubles.
Customer reviews
If we talk about traditional hookahs, the first place in terms of product quality is occupied by models manufactured by Khalil Mamoon. They are produced in Egypt. Customers note the durability of the product. All elements are made of durable materials. The inside of the shaft is made of steel, the width is about 15 mm. This allows the smoke to pass unhindered to the hose, while it is thick and saturated. By purchasing a similar hookah, the price of which is about 7 thousand rubles, you can once and for all forget about such purchases. The company guarantees the quality of the goods. Hookah will serve you for many years. Also recently, Syrian models have enjoyed good reviews. Usually they are made of brass. The downside is a collapsible shaft, which after frequent unwinding becomes leaking.
In conclusion
Speaking of traditional models of hookahs, once again I want to note the main parameters that are worth paying attention to:
- Check the tightness of the product.
- Make sure that the shaft is made of durable material (stainless steel), there are no chips, adhesions, cracks.
- The longer the hose, the thicker and more saturated the smoke will be.
- It is better to choose a clay bowl.
- A bulb is preferable to a glass rather than that made of metal.
These rules must be considered when buying. Buying a good hookah in our time is quite simple. You should not make an order via the Internet, it is better to contact a specialized store and check all the elements on site.