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It is probably fair to say that Savinelli is Italy’s most famous pipe brand. Founded in Milan in 1876 by Achille Savinelli, the brand has continuously offered high quality pipes for nearly 150 years. Though various Savinelli lines have come and gone over the years, the brand has always been notable for putting out classically…
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WO Larsen was a tobacconist in Copenhagen Denmark. In the 1960s, when Danish-style pipes were becoming highly sought after, thanks to revolutionary pipe-makers such as Sixten Ivarsson, a workshop was set up on the Larsen premises to produce enough high-grade Danish pipes to meet demand. This workshop was staffed by the emerging masters of Danish…
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Caminetto was, and is to this day, a decisive figure in the history of Italy’s pipe workshop tradition. After spending time developing their skills in the Castello workshop, Sergio Ascorti and Luigi Radice left to found their own venture, which they named, ‘Caminetto.’ Here, Ascorti and Radice were able to create their own now-classic shapes…
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In 1974, after growing impatient waiting for a pipe he’d ordered, Claudio Cavicchi decided he would simply make his own pipe instead. The former farmer from Bologna, Italy, spent the next 15 years making pipes, until his work took off and received widespread acclaim. Cavicchi’s pipe-making exploits have only become more renowned in the decades…
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Michel pipes were store-brand pipes made for Maison Michel, a North Carolina (USA) tobacconist run by Michel J. Mitchell between 1951 and 1980. Over the years, several prominent pipe-makers made pipes for Maison Michel, such as Charatan, Barling, and others. In the past I’ve handled a fair few Michel pipes that were made by Charatan….
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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…
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Kaywoodie pipes are as American as apple pie. Starting in 1919 as a pipe brand for KB&B, a pipe shop dating all the way back to 1851, Kaywoodie has since then been a staple of American-made pipes. In the present, many Kaywoodies are collectors’ items, in addition to being fantastic smokers. The Kaywoodie Hi-Bowl was…
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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…
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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…
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Comoy’s is a historic brand in pipe making, and possibly the most historic brand in the making of briar pipes. Though originally founded in 1825 by a French family from Saint Claude, France, production of Comoy’s pipes was soon moved to London, England, where it established itself as one of the quintessential English pipe companies….
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Comoy’s is a historic brand in pipe making, and possibly the most historic brand in the making of briar pipes. Though originally founded in 1825 by a French family from Saint Claude, France, production of Comoy’s pipes was soon moved to London, England, where it established itself as one of the quintessential English pipe companies….
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Comoy’s is a historic brand in pipe making, and possibly the most historic brand in the making of briar pipes. Though originally founded in 1825 by a French family from Saint Claude, France, production of Comoy’s pipes was soon moved to London, England, where it established itself as one of the quintessential English pipe companies….
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‘BBB’ originally stood for ‘Blumfeld’s Best Briars’, so named after Louis Blumfeld after he took over the historic Alfred Frankenau Company in 1856. Later, the pipes came to be known as ‘Britain’s Best Briars’. Though the name might have changed, the quality of the pipes did not – they really were fantastic pipes, made in…
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Michel pipes were store-brand pipes made for Maison Michel, a North Carolina (USA) tobacconist run by Michel J. Mitchell between 1951 and 1980. Over the years, several prominent pipe-makers made pipes for Maison Michel, such as Charatan, Barling, and others. Details: Length: 6″ Bowl Width: 20.4mm Bowl Depth: 1.2″ Weight: 1.1oz / 32g
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Kaywoodie pipes are as American as apple pie. Starting in 1919 as a pipe brand for KB&B, a pipe shop dating all the way back to 1851, Kaywoodie has since then been a staple of American-made pipes. In the present, many Kaywoodies are collectors’ items, in addition to being fantastic smokers. This is a fantastic…
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Kaywoodie pipes are as American as apple pie. Starting in 1919 as a pipe brand for KB&B, a pipe shop dating all the way back to 1851, Kaywoodie has since then been a staple of American-made pipes. In the present, many Kaywoodies are collectors items, in addition to being fantastic smokers. This is a nice,…
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Details: Length: 6″ Bowl Width: 19.2mm Bowl Depth: 1.6″ Weight: 1.1oz / 34g
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This is an unsmoked, NOS Comoy’s that comes with its original box and sleeve. Details: Length: 6″ Bowl Width: 21.7mm Bowl Depth: 1.5″ Weight: 30g
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Details: Length: 5″ Bowl Width: 17.8mm Bowl Depth: 1″ Weight: 29g
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Comoy’s “87” showcases a gracefully tapering bowl reminiscent of a Dublin shape, a subtle forward-leaning tilt, a sleek shank design, and a gentle downward curvature. This pipe represents a classic and textbook illustration of the Zulu/Yachtsman shape, and interestingly, it has remained remarkably consistent in its design across various iterations throughout the years. This…
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Although I’ve never been particularly drawn to Zulu-shaped pipes in the past, recent experiences have sparked a change in my perspective. One such pipe that has caught my attention is this remarkable Zulu, which possesses a captivating charm that is difficult to resist. From its appearance alone, it is evident that this Zulu pipe has…
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As passionate pipe sellers, we take great pleasure in researching various brands and delving into the fascinating world of pipes. In our inventory, we recently acquired a collection of pipes named Michel that had been left over from a pipe shop that closed its doors in the 1980s. Intrigued by its origins, we embarked on…
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This particular Stanwell pipe hails from the highly sought-after registration era. It bears the esteemed registration number 969-48. Additionally, it showcases a shape crafted by the legendary Sixten Ivarsson himself. While there may be some minor chatter and rim darkening, the pipe remains in good condition overall. Details: Length: 5.7″ Bowl Width: 18.1mm Bowl…
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Introducing a stunning Comoy’s pipe in the distinguished shape 87. This pipe is a true beauty, boasting sleek and elegant features that captivate the eye. Its impeccable craftsmanship is accentuated by the accompanying presentation box, elevating its overall appeal. The bottom of the shank proudly bears the stamp “Made in London England,” a testament to…
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Inspired by the Roman god of wine and vineyards, Savinelli’s Bacco pays tribute to all Italian red wines with mouthpieces of custom-cast, deep red acrylic and alternating accent bands that further enhance the palette. Here in the Natural finish, the dashing “904” Zulu/Yachtsman embodies a sense of Italian refinement, its light stain contrasting against the…