I had a mild interest in pipe smoking for a while but never had a mentor. A buddy of mine used to and as we spoke about it i found my interest rekindled.

I'm not into flavored tobaccos and my friend assured me that pipe tobacco doesn't taste like most of it smells. I do enjoy the smell but I like the taste of tobacco.

I know nothing and have been looking on a couple of pipe forums for inspiration but haven't gotten very far. I have nothing as far as smoking a pipe goes and would need to be given an idea as where to start. I figure pipe tobacco is like cigars in how many different types and tastes there are. I have a fairly good grasp on cigars, but assume there is little cross over except for maybe storage of tobacco.

Is ebay a good place for used stuff? Or is it better for the better informed? I expect it to be similar to buying used straights.