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Astleys was one of London’s most historic pipe and tobacco shops. Like many pipe tobacconists, its owners had pipes made specially to be sold under the shop’s name. Astleys pipes, however, were made by some of the premier pipe manufacturers and artisans in the UK, such as Dunhill, Charatan, Les Wood, and Ken Barnes and…
Jack Howell is an American artisan pipe-maker based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Beginning his pipe-making profession in 1999, Howell balances making high-grade pipes with his other career as a musician in the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra. While the latter is Howell’s self-admitted primary vocation, Howell’s pipes are a cult favorite among pipe-smokers and are renowned for their…
Jack Howell is an American artisan pipe-maker based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Beginning his pipe-making profession in 1999, Howell balances making high-grade pipes with his other career as a musician in the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra. While the latter is Howell’s self-admitted primary vocation, Howell’s pipes are a cult favorite among pipe-smokers and are renowned for their…
Karim Pipes are made by Abdul Karim, an artisan pipe-maker based in Tangerang, Indonesia. A pipe-maker since 2016, Karim is part of an emerging 21st century movement of Indonesian artisan carvers, including Wandi Riyadi, Deden Hendan Durahman of Caxra Pipes, Karim’s mentor, Edy Bima, and Karim’s mentee, Bennie Joe, whose pipes MBSD has also sold….
Piero Vitale is an Italian artisan who began his pipe-making career in 2014. A member of Italy’s prestigious Accademia della Pipa, Vitale has found considerable success both as the maker of Vitale pipes, and as the designer of the Bluebird and Proxima makes. While his work is inspired by Tom Eltang, Kent Rasmussen, Gian Gamboni…
Originally trained as a luthier and then an architect, Keresaspa is one of the most talented pipe-makers currently working in Iran. Equally inspired by Persian antiquity (including its remarkable architecture) and the 20th century Danish masters (such as Sixten and Lars Ivarsson, Bo Nordh, and Jess Chonowitsch), Keresaspa’s approach fuses the ancient with the ultramodern….
Bennie Joe Pipes are made by Bennie Joe, an Indonesian artisan based in Jakarta. A trained architect and part-time pipe-maker for much of his life, he took on the latter full-time after a downturn in the property market during the dark days of 2020 and after. An interesting aspect of Bennie Joe pipes is that…
Hungarian-Canadian artisan Julius Vesz carved his first pipe all the way back in 1959, and continues making pipes today in the 2020s. With 60 years of experience in the craft, he is recognized as one of the most seasoned and skilled pipe-makers around, counting among his admirers luminaries such as Richard Carleton Hacker, who remarked…
Jared Coles is a North American pipe-maker based in California. Coles is one of the undisputed masters of the contemporary American artisan scene, but that shouldn’t be surprising given the teachers he’s had. A pipe smoker since an early age, Coles discovered high-grade pipes while studying at college and took up pipe-making himself in 2008….
Originally founded in 1968 by Svend Bang, a former store manager at Denmark’s legendary W.Ø. Larsen, S. Bang would go on to become a legend in its own right, one that would rival even Larsen in fame and acclaim. While Svend himself was not a pipe-maker, he was able to enlist some of the most…
Over the last decade, Sean Reum has emerged as one of North America’s most admired and in-demand pipe-makers, with his fans including, among many others, the one and only G.L. Pease. Having followed Reum’s career for many years, including catching a few glimpses of the artisan in his Montana workshop, I’m happy to say that…
Originally a science teacher in California, Nathan Armentrout began making pipes in 2009 and has since emerged as one of North America’s most talented, high-grade artisan pipe-makers. Inspired by Denmark’s legendary carvers, Nathan’s designs continue the legacy of the Danish pipe-making movement into the present day and expand that legacy through his own unique interpretations…
Bennie Joe Pipes are made by Bennie Joe, an Indonesian artisan based in Jakarta. A trained architect and part-time pipe-maker for much of his life, he took on the latter full-time after a downturn in the property market during the dark days of 2020 and after. An interesting aspect of Bennie Joe pipes is that…
Robert ‘Rad’ Davis is an American pipe-maker from Foley, Alabama. A life-long pipe smoker, Davis was introduced to making pipes by Mark Tinsky, and has since become one of North America’s most respected carvers, with a devoted following. Along the way, Davis has been able to tutor other American pipe-makers who have gone on to…
Bennie Joe Pipes are made by Bennie Joe, an Indonesian artisan based in Jakarta. A trained architect and part-time pipe-maker for much of his life, he took on the latter full-time after a downturn in the property market during the dark days of 2020 and after. An interesting aspect of Bennie Joe pipes is that…
Originally a science teacher in California, Nathan Armentrout began making pipes in 2009 and has since emerged as one of North America’s most talented, high-grade artisan pipe-makers. Inspired by Denmark’s legendary carvers, Nathan’s designs continue the legacy of the Danish pipe-making movement into the present day and expand that legacy through his own unique interpretations…
Nørding was founded by Erik Nørding in the 1960s, and is one of the oldest remaining companies to come out of the Scandinavian pipe-making renaissance that began in the mid-20th century. Now in his 80s, Erik Nørding is one of the most experienced and skilled pipe-makers in the world, and over the decades he has…
A graduate of Italy’s prestigious Academia della Pipa, Michele Sottocasa has been making pipes for over a decade under the la Biota name. Prior to becoming a pipe-maker, Sottocasa trained and worked as a designer and art director, and la Biota pipes continue this drive towards a distinct aesthetic vision. The name, ‘la Biota,’ originally…
Astleys was one of London’s most historic pipe and tobacco shops. Like many pipe tobacconists, its owners had pipes made specially to be sold under the shop’s name. Astleys pipes, however, were made by some of the premier pipe manufacturers and artisans in the UK, such as Dunhill, Charatan, Les Wood, and Ken Barnes and…
Ryan Alden is an artisan pipe-maker from Texas in the United States. Something of a renaissance man, Alden is not only an extremely talented pipe-maker, but also someone trained in fine arts and other crafts, such as painting, sculpture, ceramics, and leather-working. For us in the pipe world, however, it is his hand made smoking…
Nørding was founded by Erik Nørding in the 1960s, and is one of the oldest remaining companies to come out of the Scandinavian pipe-making renaissance that began in the mid-20th century. Now in his 80s, Erik Nørding is one of the most experienced and skilled pipe-makers in the world, and over the decades he has…
G. L. Pease once said that, “Robert Vacher, the man behind Laughing Moon Pipes, makes pipes that are much better than they have any right to be.” Vacher was an artisan pipe-maker from California, in the United States. He began making pipes around 1998/9, and had a dedicated following over the course of the early…
Tendi is the name used by Graziano Tendi, an artisan pipe-maker from Italy. Tendi became enamored with tobacco pipes as a teenager, before beginning to collect and restore them. After developing his restoration skills, Tendi turned his attention to making his own pipes, which he has continued to do for the last ten years. While…
Wengholt pipes were made in the workshop of Preben Holm. Though he would tragically pass away at the age of 42, Holm was one of the pioneering figures in the ‘Danish design’ movement in 20th century pipe-making, a movement that still dominates the high-grade pipe scene. By hand-shaping his pipes on a belt sander, Holm…
According to my research, Heidemann pipes were made by an American artisan called either Craig or Gary Heidemann. Very few records exist of Heidemann’s pipes, but those that do show him (if it was indeed a him) to have been a talented carver. I’m afraid I can’t give much of a background to this pipe,…
Karim Pipes are made by Abdul Karim, an artisan pipe-maker based in Tangerang, Indonesia. A pipe-maker since 2016, Karim is part of an emerging 21st century movement of Indonesian artisan carvers, including Wandi Riyadi, Deden Hendan Durahman of Caxra Pipes, Karim’s mentor, Edy Bima, and Karim’s mentee, Bennie Joe, whose pipes MBSD has also sold. Karim…
Clarence Mickles was a pipe-maker from Illinois, Chicago, and something of a legend within the North American pipe scene. Before making pipes, Mickles was an auto mechanic, which is one reason why he was affectionately known as the ‘Mechanic.’ The other reason is that he was a supremely gifted pipe repairman, in addition to being…
Karim Pipes are made by Abdul Karim, an artisan pipe-maker based in Tangerang, Indonesia. A pipe-maker since 2016, Karim is part of an emerging 21st century movement of Indonesian artisan carvers, including Wandi Riyadi, Deden Hendan Durahman of Caxra Pipes, Karim’s mentor, Edy Bima, and Karim’s mentee, Bennie Joe, whose pipes MBSD has also sold….
Karim Pipes are made by Abdul Karim, an artisan pipe-maker based in Tangerang, Indonesia. A pipe-maker since 2016, Karim is part of an emerging 21st century movement of Indonesian artisan carvers, including Wandi Riyadi, Deden Hendan Durahman of Caxra Pipes, Karim’s mentor, Edy Bima, and Karim’s mentee, Bennie Joe, whose pipes MBSD has also sold….
This pipe requires a little explanation. ‘Handicraft of Copenhagen’ is a make that has been associated with two sets of owners in the history of Danish pipes. On the one hand, Handicraft of Copenhagen is thought to have been a make run by Danish pipe dealer Remo Sørensen, who also established the Mr Andersen make….
Karlheinz Joura is a fascinating German pipe-maker, based in the town of Bremen. Along with being a pipe-maker of the same stature as Italy’s Baldo Baldi, or Denmark’s Per Hansen and Ulf Noltensmeier of S. Bang, Joura is a former world-class diver. He’s also perhaps the only master pipe-maker to have successfully crossed the Berlin…
Age (or rather, Åge) Bogelund is a somewhat less known carver from the 20th century Danish pipe-making tradition – though he was no less a master than his contemporaries. Originally, he worked for Viggo Nielsen’s Bari pipe company, being charged with making some of its higher-grade freehands. Later, Bogelund made pipes under his own name,…
Pipe Tristan is the name used by French artisan Tristan Lefebvre. Lefebvre is part of a new wave of up-and-coming hand made pipe carvers from the birthplace of briar, following in the footsteps of figures such as Alain Albuisson, Paul Lanier, and Pierre Morel Sr and Jr. Lefebvre credits a wide range of influences upon…
Pipe Tristan is the name used by French artisan Tristan Lefebvre. Lefebvre is part of a new wave of up-and-coming hand made pipe carvers from the birthplace of briar, following in the footsteps of figures such as Alain Albuisson, Paul Lanier, and Pierre Morel Sr and Jr. Lefebvre credits a wide range of influences upon…
Pipe Tristan is the name used by French artisan Tristan Lefebvre. Lefebvre is part of a new wave of up-and-coming hand made pipe carvers from the birthplace of briar, following in the footsteps of figures such as Alain Albuisson, Paul Lanier, and Pierre Morel Sr and Jr. Lefebvre credits a wide range of influences upon…
Beginning his career as a pipe-maker in the 1970s, Randy Wiley was a key figure in the new wave of American artisans in the late-20th century pipe scene – and still is today, nearly 50 years later. Wiley’s pipes might be characterized as American freehand in style; though he has occasionally made more traditional pieces,…
PapaBearPipes are made by North American artisan Tim Beaumont. Beaumont has been making pipes since 2018, cultivating a unique style that isn’t afraid to mix and match design elements and to create something completely out of the ordinary. This pipe from Tim Beaumont is a rather stunning pot-Rhodesian hybrid. The grain is just marvelous, with…
Jared Coles is a North American pipe-maker based in California. Coles is one of the undisputed masters of the contemporary American artisan scene, but that shouldn’t be surprising given the teachers he’s had. A pipe smoker since an early age, Coles discovered high-grade pipes while studying at college and took up pipe-making himself in 2008….
Jared Coles is a North American pipe-maker based in California. Coles is one of the undisputed masters of the contemporary American artisan scene, but that shouldn’t be surprising given the teachers he’s had. A pipe smoker since an early age, Coles discovered high-grade pipes while studying at college and took up pipe-making himself in 2008….
Jared Coles is a North American pipe-maker based in California. Coles is one of the undisputed masters of the contemporary American artisan scene, but that shouldn’t be surprising given the teachers he’s had. A pipe smoker since an early age, Coles discovered high-grade pipes while studying at college and took up pipe-making himself in 2008….
Over the last decade, Sean Reum has emerged as one of North America’s most admired and in-demand pipe-makers, with his fans including, among many others, the one and only G.L. Pease. Having followed Reum’s career for many years, including catching a few glimpses of the artisan in his Montana workshop, I’m happy to say that…
Age (or rather, Åge) Bogelund is a somewhat less known carver from the 20th century Danish pipe-making tradition – though he was no less a master than his contemporaries. Originally, he worked for Viggo Nielsen’s Bari pipe company, being charged with making some of its higher-grade freehands. Later, Bogelund made pipes under his own name,…
PapaBearPipes are made by North American artisan Tim Beaumont. Beaumont has been making pipes since 2018, cultivating a unique style that isn’t afraid to mix and match design elements and to create something completely out of the ordinary. While this pipe is nominally a cutty or anse, the shape is actually quite fascinating, and isn’t…
Walt Cannoy first emerged as a major figure in the the North American pipe-making renaissance around the turn of the millennium. Originally an R&D mechanic, Cannoy carved and sold his first pipe in 1999, having been inspired by artisan pipe-makers as diverse as Preben Holm, Robert ‘Micoli’ Burns, and Joe Mariner. Cannoy would soon rise…
Luis Lavos is one of the rising stars of artisan pipe-making, and it’s not difficult to see why. Though Lavos began making pipes in 2017, he would soon go on to receive training and guidance from such masters as Sabina Santos, Premal Chheda, Hans ‘Former’ Nielsen, Gustavo ‘MarTelo’ Cunha, and Chris Asteriou – masters who…
Over the last decade, Sean Reum has emerged as one of North America’s most admired and in-demand pipe-makers, with his fans including, among many others, the one and only G.L. Pease. Having followed Reum’s career for many years, including catching a few glimpses of the artisan in his Montana workshop, I’m happy to say that…
Originally founded in 1968 by Svend Bang, a former store manager at Denmark’s legendary W.Ø. Larsen, S. Bang would go on to become a legend in its own right, one that would rival even Larsen in fame and acclaim. While Svend himself was not a pipe-maker, he was able to enlist some of the most…
PapaBearPipes are made by North American artisan Tim Beaumont. Beaumont has been making pipes since 2018, cultivating a unique style that isn’t afraid to mix and match design elements and to create something completely out of the ordinary. If you’ve followed Beaumont’s work before, you’ll know that he has a flair for the extravagant and…
Viggo Nielsen was one of the pioneers of the Danish style in pipe-making, founding the Bari pipe company in 1948. While at Bari, Viggo, his sons Jørgen Nielsen and Kai Nielsen, and budding carvers such as Age Bogelund Åge Bogelund and Helmer Thomsen, created pipes that would help set the standard for Danish design. After…
Papa Bear Pipes are made by North American artisan Tim Beaumont. Beaumont has been making pipes since 2018, cultivating a unique style that isn’t afraid to mix and match design elements and to create something completely out of the ordinary. I just love what Tim Beaumont does with pipe shapes. His designs always seem to…
Papa Bear Pipes are made by North American artisan Tim Beaumont. Beaumont has been making pipes since 2018, cultivating a unique style that isn’t afraid to mix and match design elements and to create something completely out of the ordinary. This Dublin from Tim Beaumont is a highly decorative take on the classic shape. While…
Wengholt pipes were made in the workshop of Preben Holm. Though he would tragically pass away at the age of 42, Holm was one of the pioneering figures in the ‘Danish design’ movement in 20th century pipe-making, a movement that still dominates the high-grade pipe scene. By hand-shaping his pipes on a belt sander, Holm…
Papa Bear Pipes are made by North American artisan Tim Beaumont. Beaumont has been making pipes since 2018, cultivating a unique style that isn’t afraid to mix and match design elements and to create something completely out of the ordinary. This bent egg from Tim Beaumont is absolutely delightful! It has a nice, full bowl,…
A resident of Indiana in the United States, Joe Hinkle started his pipe-making journey by teaching himself using hobby kits bought from Tim West. After a chance meeting with renowned artisan Nate King, who recognized Hinkle’s talent, Hinkle was invited to spend time with King at his workshop and receive expert guidance to further his…
Gregor Lobnik is a Slovenian artisan pipe-maker, currently living in Kamnica, not far from the Slovenian-Austrian border. Though Lobnik is largely self-taught, having first taken up pipe-making in 2003, he also happens to be good friends with the highly renowned Austrian artisan Peter Matzhold, who will likely have offered precious advice and guidance throughout Lobnik’s…
Martin Paljesek – known professionally as Jesek – is a artisan pipe-maker from Nová Dubnica, in the western region of Slovakia. Beginning his pipe-making career in 2010, Paljesek is good friends with the Czech artisan Jiří Maczko of Biftek fame, whose guidance aided Paljesek’s early development. Jesek Pipes would subsequently go on to receive similar…
Giacomo Penzo, known professionally as G. Penzo – is an artisan pipe-maker originally from Vicenzia, in Italy’s northeastern region. Coming from a background in industrial design, Penzo spent much of his free time during his college studies experimenting with pipe-making in his father’s workshop. Penzo’s efforts ultimately proved successful, with his pipes gathering so much…
In the world of pipes, Tom Eltang needs no introduction. I will, however, give one anyway, if just as a reminder. Eltang made his first pipe from a Pipe-Dan hobby kit at the age of 11. At age 16, he apprenticed under the legendary Anne Julie, before moving on to work for Pipe-Dan three years…
Age (or rather, Åge) Bogelund is a somewhat less known carver from the 20th century Danish pipe-making tradition – though he was no less a master than his contemporaries. Originally, he worked for Viggo Nielsen’s Bari pipe company, being charged with making some of its higher-grade freehands. Later, Bogelund made pipes under his own name,…
Papa Bear’s Pipes are made by North American artisan Tim Beaumont. Beaumont has been making pipes since 2018, cultivating a unique style that isn’t afraid to mix and match design elements and to create something completely out of the ordinary. I spend my day, every day, looking at pipes. Some are very traditional, others aren’t….
J.M. Boswell is one of North America’s most revered artisan pipe-makers, with Boswell pipes typically selling out within minutes of going on sale. With a pipe-making career that started in the 1970s, J.M. Boswell has become the equivalent of a household name in the pipe world, both for his pipes and for serving as the…
Over the last decade, Sean Reum has emerged as one of North America’s most admired and in-demand pipe-makers, with his fans including, among many others, the one and only G.L. Pease. Having followed Reum’s career for many years, including catching a few glimpses of the artisan in his Montana workshop, I’m happy to say that…
Over the last decade, Sean Reum has emerged as one of North America’s most admired and in-demand pipe-makers, with his fans including, among many others, the one and only G.L. Pease. Having followed Reum’s career for many years, including catching a few glimpses of the artisan in his Montana workshop, I’m happy to say that…
Over the last decade, Sean Reum has emerged as one of North America’s most admired and in-demand pipe-makers, with his fans including, among many others, the one and only G.L. Pease. Having followed Reum’s career for many years, including catching a few glimpses of the artisan in his Montana workshop, I’m happy to say that…
Over the last decade, Sean Reum has emerged as one of North America’s most admired and in-demand pipe-makers, with his fans including, among many others, the one and only G.L. Pease. Having followed Reum’s career for many years, including catching a few glimpses of the artisan in his Montana workshop, I’m happy to say that…
Clarence Mickles was a pipe-maker from Illinois, Chicago, and something of a legend within the North American pipe scene. Before making pipes, Mickles was an auto mechanic, which is one reason why he was affectionately known as the ‘Mechanic.’ The other reason is that he was a supremely gifted pipe repairman, in addition to being…
Originally a science teacher in California, Nathan Armentrout began making pipes in 2009 and has since emerged as one of North America’s most talented, high-grade artisan pipe-makers. Inspired by Denmark’s legendary carvers, Nathan’s designs continue the legacy of the Danish pipe-making movement into the present day and expand that legacy through his own unique interpretations…
Originally a science teacher in California, Nathan Armentrout began making pipes in 2009 and has since emerged as one of North America’s most talented, high-grade artisan pipe-makers. Inspired by Denmark’s legendary carvers, Nathan’s designs continue the legacy of the Danish pipe-making movement into the present day and expand that legacy through his own unique interpretations…
Eric Klodt is an American artisan pipe-maker, who became immersed in the world of high-grade pipes in 2009. After studying with key figures in the contemporary American artisan movement, such as Rad Davis, Grant Batson, Nate King, and Michael Lindner, Klodt began producing his own high-grade smoking pipes, each inflected with the skills passed down…
Originally a science teacher in California, Nathan Armentrout began making pipes in 2009 and has since emerged as one of North America’s most talented, high-grade artisan pipe-makers. Inspired by Denmark’s legendary carvers, Nathan’s designs continue the legacy of the Danish pipe-making movement into the present day and expand that legacy through his own unique interpretations…
Ali Abdul Jabar is an artisan pipe-maker from Indonesia and one of the leading figures in the emerging Indonesian pipe-making scene. There is a clear Danish influence in Jabar’s pipes, which are often reminiscent of the work of icons such as Sixten Ivarsson, Bo Nordh, Lars Ivarsson, Jess Chonowitsch and Tom Eltang. This particular pipe…
Atin pipes are made by Bahareh, ‘Atin’ Khosroanjam, an artisan from Iran’s up and coming tobacco pipe scene. Having initially learned pipe-making from her husband, Keresaspa (whose pipes MBSD also offers), Atin pipes have developed their own style, though with the same precision engineering and attention to quality as her mentor’s. While Atin pipes, like…
Atin pipes are made by Bahareh, ‘Atin’ Khosroanjam, an artisan from Iran’s up and coming tobacco pipe scene. Having initially learned pipe-making from her husband, Keresaspa (whose pipes MBSD also offers), Atin pipes have developed their own style, though with the same precision engineering and attention to quality as her mentor’s. While Atin pipes, like…
Originally a science teacher in California, Nathan Armentrout began making pipes in 2009 and has since emerged as one of North America’s most talented, high-grade artisan pipe-makers. Inspired by Denmark’s legendary carvers, Nathan’s designs continue the legacy of the Danish pipe-making movement into the present day and expand that legacy through his own unique interpretations…
LPI, or Levin Pipes International, was a brand of pipes commissioned by Barry Levin, a major figure in the American tobacco pipes scene who was, among other things, instrumental in popularizing estate pipes collecting. He would later go on to have pipes made for his company, LPI, by his collaboration in estates restorations, J. T….
Atin pipes are made by Bahareh, ‘Atin’ Khosroanjam, an artisan from Iran’s up and coming tobacco pipe scene. Having initially learned pipe-making from her husband, Keresaspa (whose pipes MBSD also offers), Atin pipes have developed their own style, though with the same precision engineering and attention to quality as her mentor’s. While Atin pipes, like…
In the contemporary world of pipes, it is not often that master meerschaum carvers receive the fame and acclaim of master briar carvers, which is a shame. There are exceptions, however, Eyup Sabri being one of them. Rightfully considered to have been one of the best meerschaum carvers to have ever lived, Sabri died in…
Originally trained a luthier and then as an architect, Keresaspa is one of the most talented pipe-makers currently working in Iran. Equally inspired by Persian antiquity (including its remarkable architecture) and the 20th century Danish masters (such as Sixten and Lars Ivarsson, Bo Nordh, and Jess Chonowitsch), Keresaspa’s approach fuses the ancient with the ultramodern….
With a legacy spanning several decades, J.M. Boswell has solidified his place as a distinguished artisan among the top of American pipe making. Hailing from Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, Boswell’s journey into the world of pipe craftsmanship began in the early 1970s. Fueled by a passion for both art and tobacco, he embarked on a quest to…
Eric Klodt is an American artisan pipe-maker, who became immersed in the world of high-grade pipes in 2009. After studying with key figures in the contemporary American artisan movement, such as Rad Davis, Grant Batson, Nate King, and Michael Lindner, Klodt began producing his own high-grade smoking pipes, each inflected with the skills passed down…
Jody Davis is a rockstar – literally. As a member of the Nashville rock group The Newsboys, he doesn’t have much time to make pipes these days, meaning his output is very limited. He’s also a rockstar in the pipe world, which makes the few pipes that he does put out each year extremely coveted….
Trey Rice’s journey into becoming a pipe-maker began in 2009, progressing in parallel to his undergraduate and graduate studies in architecture. As a result, Rice has an acute sense of form and function, which he has himself partly credited to his studies and work as an architect. He has a broad range of influences, from…
Ferndown pipes were made by the legendary British pipe-maker Leslie ‘Les’ John Wood, along with his wife Dolly. Both Les and Dolly previously worked for Dunhill, where Les developed his skills and reputation as Britain’s premier pipe silversmith, as well as one of its premier pipe carvers. Ferndown pipes are highly coveted by pipe-smokers due…
It is safe to say that Mike Butera is one of the most important figures in American pipe-making, or even in pipe-making, period. Butera emerged during the 1970s and 80s as a major figure in the new American artisan scene, having honed his craft in no small part due to his travels across Europe to…
Over the last decade, Sean Reum has emerged as one of North America’s most admired and in-demand pipe-makers, with his fans including, among many others, the one and only G.L. Pease. Having followed Reum’s career for many years, including catching a few glimpses of the artisan in his Montana workshop, I’m happy to say that…
With a legacy spanning several decades, J.M. Boswell has solidified his place as a distinguished artisan among the top of American pipe making. Hailing from Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, Boswell’s journey into the world of pipe craftsmanship began in the early 1970s. Fueled by a passion for both art and tobacco, he embarked on a quest to…
Originally a science teacher in California, Nathan Armentrout began making pipes in 2009 and has since emerged as one of North America’s most talented, high-grade artisan pipe-makers. Inspired by Denmark’s legendary carvers, Nathan’s designs continue the legacy of the Danish pipe-making movement into the present day and expand that legacy through his own unique interpretations…
Robert ‘Rad’ Davis is an American pipe-maker from Foley, Alabama. A life-long pipe smoker, Davis was introduced to making pipes by Mark Tinsky, and has since become one of North America’s most respected carvers, with a devoted following. Along the way, Davis has been able to tutor other American pipe-makers who have gone on to…
It is safe to say that Mike Butera is one of the most important figures in American pipe-making, or even in pipe-making, period. Butera emerged during the 1970s and 80s as a major figure in the new American artisan scene, having honed his craft in no small part due to his travels across Europe to…
J&J Pipes were made for a short time in the 2010s, by Californian (USA) artisan pipe-makers John Klose and Jared Coles. Tutored by the legendary Jeff Gracik of J. Alan Pipes, Klose and Coles collaborated to make J&J Pipes before each going their separate ways in 2015. Influenced by Danish, Japanese, and English pipe-making traditions,…
One of Turkeys premier Master carvers, Sadik is known for his elaborate pipes shapes in everything from viking to skulls. Details: Length: 8.5″ Bowl Width: 21.6mm Bowl Depth: 1.7″ Weight: 4.5oz / 129g
Originally a science teacher in California, Nathan Armentrout began making pipes in 2009 and has since emerged as one of North America’s most talented, high-grade artisan pipe-makers. Inspired by Denmark’s legendary carvers, Nathan’s designs continue the legacy of the Danish pipe-making movement into the present day and expand that legacy through his own unique interpretations…
Tim West is one of the United States’ oldest and most experienced living artisan pipe-makers, having made his first pipe all the way back in 1967, and having become a full-time pipe maker since 1975. A legend in the scene, West has produced thousands of pipes in his lifetime, and has won his far share…
Though Steve is no longer among us, his enduring legacy persists through the pipes he crafted during his illustrious career. Steve once remarked that a day spent working with Mike Butera taught him more than a year of dedicated practice in pipe making. Notably, he received accolades for Best Pipe Maker in both 1991 and…
Tim West is one of the United States’ oldest and most experienced living artisan pipe-makers, having made his first pipe all the way back in 1967, and having become a full-time pipe maker since 1975. A legend in the scene, West has produced thousands of pipes in his lifetime, and has won his far share…
Though Steve is no longer among us, his enduring legacy persists through the pipes he crafted during his illustrious career. Steve once remarked that a day spent working with Mike Butera taught him more than a year of dedicated practice in pipe making. Notably, he received accolades for Best Pipe Maker in both 1991 and…
A graduate of Italy’s prestigious Academia della Pipa, Michele Sottocasa has been making pipes for over a decade under the la Biota name. Prior to becoming a pipe-maker, Sottocasa trained and worked as a designer and art director, and la Biota pipes continue this drive towards a distinct aesthetic vision. The name, ‘la Biota,’ originally…
It would not be hyperbole to say that Hans ‘Former’ Nielsen is one of the most celebrated and sought after pipe-makers alive today. Beginning his career at Poul Rasmussen’s workshop at the age of 15, Former would soon go on to work with Sven Knudsen, before becoming the foreman at the legendary WO Larsen pipe…
A graduate of Italy’s prestigious Academia della Pipa, Michele Sottocasa has been making pipes for over a decade under the la Biota name. Prior to becoming a pipe-maker, Sottocasa trained and worked as a designer and art director, and la Biota pipes continue this drive towards a distinct aesthetic vision. The name, ‘la Biota,’ originally…
A graduate of Italy’s prestigious Academia della Pipa, Michele Sottocasa has been making pipes for over a decade under the la Biota name. Prior to becoming a pipe-maker, Sottocasa trained and worked as a designer and art director, and la Biota pipes continue this drive towards a distinct aesthetic vision. The name, ‘la Biota,’ originally…
Tim West is one of the United States’ oldest living artisan pipe-makers, having made his first pipe all the way back in 1967, and having become a full-time pipe maker since 1975. A legend in the scene, West has produced thousands of pipes in his lifetime, and has won his far share of awards for…
A graduate of Italy’s prestigious Academia della Pipa, Michele Sottocasa has been making pipes for over a decade under the la Biota name. Prior to becoming a pipe-maker, Sottocasa trained and worked as a designer and art director, and la Biota pipes continue this drive towards a distinct aesthetic vision. The name, ‘la Biota,’ originally…
Tim Fuller was an American artisan pipe-maker based in Idaho, and an occasional contributor to The Pipe Collector, the newsletter of the North American Society of Pipe Collectors. Fuller, who produced pipes under the name TC Fuller, was a self-taught artisan who came to pipe-making from previous careers in boat building and construction. Owing to his…
We’re excited to be listing a large collection of Astleys in the coming weeks. This is the first of 33. The ring grain is stunning. Astleys stocked pipes in sizes 1-6. We think this Dubin would fit into the size 5 or 6 size chart. It’s in near perfect condition, and only been smoked a…
The Blatter family’s pipe-making journey commenced in London during the late 1890s. They later relocated to South Africa before making their final move to Montreal in 1907. With each move, they established a new tobacco shop specializing in pipes and cigars, and every Blatter pipe was meticulously hand-carved. The company boasts a captivating and rich…
For the Christmas season, pipe makers often release special pipes with a shared theme, finish, or color palette. This tradition is well-known among historic manufacturers. However, artisan carvers rarely participate due to the time and effort required for each handmade pipe and stem, making it impractical for multiple yearly releases. In an exceptional gesture, Micah…
This is my favorite Dave Neeb we’ve had the privilege of stocking. It came to us from a customer who’s downsizing his rotation and has been well cared for and maintained. While I can’t speak to Dave’s goal when shaping this pipe, but i suspect he has comfort in mind. It’s just rests really well…
Our introduction to Tim Beaumont, better known in the pipe community as PapaBearPipes, occurred during a podcast interview last year. Upon visiting his website to explore his craftsmanship, I was promptly captivated by his distinctive vision as a pipe artisan. In a hobby where establishing one’s unique identity can be challenging, Tim managed to stand…
Our introduction to Tim Beaumont, better known in the pipe community as PapaBearPipes, occurred during a podcast interview last year. Upon visiting his website to explore his craftsmanship, I was promptly captivated by his distinctive vision as a pipe artisan. In a hobby where establishing one’s unique identity can be challenging, Tim managed to stand…
Our introduction to Tim Beaumont, better known in the pipe community as PapaBearPipes, occurred during a podcast interview. Upon visiting his website to explore his craftsmanship, I was promptly captivated by his distinctive vision as a pipe artisan. In a hobby where establishing one’s unique identity can be challenging, Tim managed to stand out. As…
Our introduction to Tim Beaumont, better known in the pipe community as PapaBearPipes, occurred during a podcast interview last year. Upon visiting his website to explore his craftsmanship, I was promptly captivated by his distinctive vision as a pipe artisan. In a hobby where establishing one’s unique identity can be challenging, Tim managed to stand…
Bennie Joe Pipes has developed a close friendship with MBSD Pipes, and we’ve had the privilege of witnessing his remarkable journey as a pipe maker. From our front-row perspective, we’ve observed his growth and the formidable challenges he has faced while pursuing his dream of crafting pipes. Whether it’s navigating the complexities and expenses of…
Bennie Joe Pipes has developed a close friendship with MBSD Pipes, and we’ve had the privilege of witnessing his remarkable journey as a pipe maker. From our front-row perspective, we’ve observed his growth and the formidable challenges he has faced while pursuing his dream of crafting pipes. Whether it’s navigating the complexities and expenses of…
Our introduction to Tim Beaumont, better known in the pipe community as PapaBearPipes, occurred during a podcast interview. Upon visiting his website to explore his craftsmanship, I was promptly captivated by his distinctive vision as a pipe artisan. In a hobby where establishing one’s unique identity can be challenging, Tim managed to stand out. As…
Bennie Joe Pipes has developed a close friendship with MBSD Pipes, and we’ve had the privilege of witnessing his remarkable journey as a pipe maker. From our front-row perspective, we’ve observed his growth and the formidable challenges he has faced while pursuing his dream of crafting pipes. Whether it’s navigating the complexities and expenses of…
Details: Length: 6.5″ Bowl Width: 19.3mm Bowl Depth: 1.75″ Weight: 88g
Included with this stunning wolf meerschaum pipe it this matching ceramic stand for display. Details: Length: 7″ Bowl Width: 20.9mm Bowl Depth: 2.1″ Weight: 111g
At this year’s Chicago Pipe Show, we had the privilege of meeting Yiannos, a remarkable pipe maker from Cyprus. Instantly, his pipes captivate with their undeniable creativity. Being the sole pipe maker from his country, Yiannos Kokkinos has carved his own niche in the world of pipe craftsmanship. His background in Graphic Design from Greece…
At this year’s Chicago Pipe Show, we had the privilege of meeting Yiannos, a remarkable pipe maker from Cyprus. Instantly, his pipes captivate with their undeniable creativity. Being the sole pipe maker from his country, Yiannos Kokkinos has carved his own niche in the world of pipe craftsmanship. His background in Graphic Design from Greece…
MBSD Pipes proudly presents Bennie Joe Pipes — an up-and-coming artist of exquisite pipes for the discerning smoker and collector. Run by Prasetya Tri, Bennie Joe creates elegant and enchanting models with striking character. All hand-carved in a single workshop in Indonesia, these pieces give you a sophisticated smoking experience. They stand as works of…
Bennie Joe Pipes, a talented artisan pipe maker based in Indonesia, is quickly gaining recognition in the industry. Despite his background in architecture, Bennie decided to pursue his passion for crafting pipes full time. His pipes are meticulously crafted using top-quality materials, including Spanish briar and Japanese ebonite, which are renowned for their durability and…
MBSD Pipes proudly presents Bennie Joe Pipes — an up-and-coming artist of exquisite pipes for the discerning smoker and collector. Run by Prasetya Tri, Bennie Joe creates elegant and enchanting models with striking character. All hand-carved in a single workshop in Indonesia, these pieces give you a sophisticated smoking experience. They stand as works of…
MBSD Meerschaum proudly presents Bennie Joe Pipes — an up-and-coming artist of exquisite pipes for the discerning smoker and collector. Run by Prasetya Tri, Bennie Joe creates elegant and enchanting models with striking character. All hand-carved in a single workshop in Indonesia, these pieces give you a sophisticated smoking experience. They stand as works of…
At MBSD Meerschaum, we take great pride in presenting our MBSD Meerschaum Masters series. We have meticulously selected each block of meerschaum by hand, with the expertise of Master Carver Sadik Yanik. Sadik is renowned as one of the finest meerschaum carvers in the industry, and he has personally carved and signed each pipe with…
Nestled in the vibrant heart of Prague, Czech Republic, Martin Cermak’s modest studio serves as the birthplace of his artistic endeavors. In 2010, he made a resolute decision to fully immerse himself in his craft, leaving behind his conventional job, parting ways with his car, and embracing odd jobs to make ends meet. Little did…
At this year’s Chicago Pipe Show, we were fortunate enough to be seated at a table opposite Mark Domingues from Lone Star Briar Works. Not only are his pipes impressive, but he is also an exceptional person. When we come across high-quality pipes that we believe in, we make it a point to offer them…
Introducing Bennie Joe Pipes – the artisan briar pipes handcrafted by a skilled architect from Indonesia. If you’re looking for a truly unique smoking experience, you won’t want to miss out on the exquisite craftsmanship of these one-of-a-kind pipes. Each Bennie Joe pipe is made from the finest briar wood, carefully selected for its quality…
At this year’s Chicago Pipe Show, we were fortunate enough to be seated at a table opposite Mark Domingues from Lone Star Briar Works. Not only are his pipes impressive, but he is also an exceptional person. When we come across high-quality pipes that we believe in, we make it a point to offer them…
Bennie Joe Pipes, an Indonesian craftsman specializing in tobacco pipes, has established himself as one of our foremost artisan pipe makers. In a market flooded with monotonous designs, Bennie Joe’s pipes distinguish themselves with their distinctive shapes and fluid lines. We have the honor of witnessing the amount of effort and dedication Bennie Joe invests…
Yiannos Kokkinos, the lone pipe maker from Cyprus, resides on the island nation. He completed his studies in Graphic Design in Greece and Fine Arts in Italy and formerly worked as a designer. Yiannos’ pipes are entirely handcrafted using Mediterranean briar and Jerusalem olive wood, and their stems are made from Italian and German ebonite…
At this year’s Chicago Pipe Show, we were fortunate enough to be seated at a table opposite Mark Domingues from Lone Star Briar Works. Not only are his pipes impressive, but he is also an exceptional person. When we come across high-quality pipes that we believe in, we make it a point to offer them…
At this year’s Chicago Pipe Show, we were fortunate enough to be seated at a table opposite Mark Domingues from Lone Star Briar Works. Not only are his pipes impressive, but he is also an exceptional person. When we come across high-quality pipes that we believe in, we make it a point to offer them…
The stem of the pipe has slight coloration, which is likely due to use and age. This is not uncommon for estate pipes, as they have been previously owned and used by other pipe smokers. The minor discoloration on a small part of the rim may also be due to use, but it should not…
Bennie Joe Pipes, a talented artisan pipe maker based in Indonesia, is quickly gaining recognition in the industry. Despite his background in architecture, Bennie decided to pursue his passion for crafting pipes full time. His pipes are meticulously crafted using top-quality materials, including Spanish briar and Japanese ebonite, which are renowned for their durability and…
Bennie Joe Pipes, a talented artisan pipe maker based in Indonesia, is quickly gaining recognition in the industry. Despite his background in architecture, Bennie decided to pursue his passion for crafting pipes full time. His pipes are meticulously crafted using top-quality materials, including Spanish briar and Japanese ebonite, which are renowned for their durability and…
Bennie Joe Pipes, a talented artisan pipe maker based in Indonesia, is quickly gaining recognition in the industry. Despite his background in architecture, Bennie decided to pursue his passion for crafting pipes full time. His pipes are meticulously crafted using top-quality materials, including Spanish briar and Japanese ebonite, which are renowned for their durability and…
MBSD Meerschaum proudly presents Bennie Joe Pipes — an up-and-coming artist of exquisite pipes for the discerning smoker and collector. Run by Prasetya Tri, Bennie Joe creates elegant and enchanting models with striking character. All hand-carved in a single workshop in Indonesia, these pieces give you a sophisticated smoking experience. They stand as works of…
First introduced in 2002, the Irish Harp combines an array of classic, non-System shapes with deep, ruby-tinged walnut stains, cumberland-patterned acrylic fishtail stems, and bright bands of sterling silver applied by Peterson’s most experienced silversmiths. The newly introduced Irish Harp Sandblasted line elevates the series’ warm palette further by offering the same range of popular…
Introducing Bennie Joe Pipes – the artisan briar pipes handcrafted by a skilled architect from Indonesia. If you’re looking for a truly unique smoking experience, you won’t want to miss out on the exquisite craftsmanship of these one-of-a-kind pipes. Each Bennie Joe pipe is made from the finest briar wood, carefully selected for its quality…
Herb Booth Artisan Hand Carved Poker Sitter Briar Tobacco Pipe, Lucite Stem.
Herb Booth Artisan Hand Carved Poker Sitter Briar Tobacco Pipe, Lucite Stem.
MBSD Meerschaum proudly presents Bennie Joe Pipes — an up-and-coming artist of exquisite pipes for the discerning smoker and collector. Run by Prasetya Tri, Bennie Joe creates elegant and enchanting models with striking character. All hand-carved in a single workshop in Indonesia, these pieces give you a sophisticated smoking experience. They stand as works of…
MBSD Meerschaum proudly presents Bennie Joe Pipes — an up-and-coming artist of exquisite pipes for the discerning smoker and collector. Run by Prasetya Tri, Bennie Joe creates elegant and enchanting models with striking character. All hand-carved in a single workshop in Indonesia, these pieces give you a sophisticated smoking experience. They stand as works of…
MBSD Meerschaum proudly presents Bennie Joe Pipes — an up-and-coming artist of exquisite pipes for the discerning smoker and collector. Run by Prasetya Tri, Bennie Joe creates elegant and enchanting models with striking character. All hand-carved in a single workshop in Indonesia, these pieces give you a sophisticated smoking experience. They stand as works of…
MBSD Meerschaum proudly presents Bennie Joe Pipes — an up-and-coming artist of exquisite pipes for the discerning smoker and collector. Run by Prasetya Tri, Bennie Joe creates elegant and enchanting models with striking character. All hand-carved in a single workshop in Indonesia, these pieces give you a sophisticated smoking experience. They stand as works of…
MBSD Meerschaum proudly presents Bennie Joe Pipes — an up-and-coming artist of exquisite pipes for the discerning smoker and collector. Run by Prasetya Tri, Bennie Joe creates elegant and enchanting models with striking character. All hand-carved in a single workshop in Indonesia, these pieces give you a sophisticated smoking experience. They stand as works of…
MBSD Meerschaum proudly presents Bennie Joe Pipes — an up-and-coming artist of exquisite pipes for the discerning smoker and collector. Run by Prasetya Tri, Bennie Joe creates elegant and enchanting models with striking character. All hand-carved in a single workshop in Indonesia, these pieces give you a sophisticated smoking experience. They stand as works of…
MBSD Meerschaum introduces you to PapaBear’s Pipes, a one-man artisanal shop that specializes in crafting the finest briar pieces for your collection. Tim Beaumont (aka PapaBear) began his pipemaking journey in 2018. The first PapaBear pipes were experiments in his carpentry practice. Soon, he was creating custom commissions for friends in his small, country woodshop. Today, Tim produces…
MBSD Meerschaum introduces you to PapaBearsPipes, a one-man artisanal shop that specializes in crafting the finest briar pieces for your collection. Tim Beaumont of PapaBearPipes began his pipemaking journey in 2018. The first PapaBear pipes were experiments in his carpentry practice. Soon, he was creating custom commissions for friends in his small, country woodshop. Today, Tim produces pipes…
These beautiful meerschaum pipes come directly from world-renowned artisans working by hand. This model’s complex design and fine detail work recommend it for the discerning pipe enthusiast. It’s the perfect choice for enjoying tobacco or simply growing your collection. Every one of our hand-carved pipes begins in Eskisehir, Turkey. It’s there that the material is…
These beautiful meerschaum pipes come directly from world-renowned artisans working by hand. This model’s complex design and fine detail work recommend it for the discerning pipe enthusiast. It’s the perfect choice for enjoying tobacco or simply growing your collection. Every one of our hand-carved pipes begins in Eskisehir, Turkey. It’s there that the material is…
This model is being used in the upcoming AMC show, Mayfair Witches. These beautiful meerschaum pipes come directly from world-renowned artisans working by hand. This model’s complex design and fine detail work recommend it for the discerning pipe enthusiast. It’s the perfect choice for enjoying tobacco or simply growing your collection. Every one of our…
These beautiful meerschaum pipes come directly from world-renowned artisans working by hand. This model’s complex design and fine detail work recommend it for the discerning pipe enthusiast. It’s the perfect choice for enjoying tobacco or simply growing your collection. Every one of our hand-carved pipes begins in Eskisehir, Turkey. It’s there that the material is…
These beautiful meerschaum pipes come directly from world-renowned artisans working by hand. This model’s complex design and fine detail work recommend it for the discerning pipe enthusiast. It’s the perfect choice for enjoying tobacco or simply growing your collection. Every one of our hand-carved pipes begins in Eskisehir, Turkey. It’s there that the material is…
These beautiful meerschaum pipes come directly from world-renowned artisans working by hand. This model’s complex design and fine detail work recommend it for the discerning pipe enthusiast. It’s the perfect choice for enjoying tobacco or simply growing your collection. Every one of our hand-carved pipes begins in Eskisehir, Turkey. It’s there that the material is…
These beautiful meerschaum pipes come directly from world-renowned artisans working by hand. This model’s complex design and fine detail work recommend it for the discerning pipe enthusiast. It’s the perfect choice for enjoying tobacco or simply growing your collection. Every one of our hand-carved pipes begins in Eskisehir, Turkey. It’s there that the material is…
These beautiful meerschaum pipes come directly from world-renowned artisans working by hand. This model’s complex design and fine detail work recommend it for the discerning pipe enthusiast. It’s the perfect choice for enjoying tobacco or simply growing your collection. Every one of our hand-carved pipes begins in Eskisehir, Turkey. It’s there that the material is…
These beautiful meerschaum pipes come directly from world-renowned artisans working by hand. This model’s complex design and fine detail work recommend it for the discerning pipe enthusiast. It’s the perfect choice for enjoying tobacco or simply growing your collection. Every one of our hand-carved pipes begins in Eskisehir, Turkey. It’s there that the material is…
