A good session starts with good heat management. Getting the heat up to the ideal level in 1–2 minutes and holding it steady throughout the session depends on what the bowl is made of. With the wrong bowl, you can end up adjusting the coals all session with your charcoal tongs in hand.
Metal bowls: Usually aluminium. They conduct heat very quickly but react instantly to every change in the charcoal's heat, which can have you constantly adding and removing coals, burn through the tobacco fast and leave a bitter taste. Because heat management is difficult, they are not usually recommended for professional sessions.
Glass bowls: Thin glass bowls make heat control difficult, and the risk of burning the tobacco is high. The exception is sets with a thick glass well and a thick silicone body, from brands such as Quasar: the silicone body absorbs excess heat, and the special lidded heat management device keeps the heat balanced. For a comfortable, flavour-packed session, they are one of the best choices there is.
For wholesale or retail bowl orders, browse the earthenware, stone, ceramic, glazed, unglazed, Phunnel and Killer options in the catalog and choose the model that best suits your smoking style and budget.