Smokingpipes Daily Reader

All Pipes Considered: Larry Roush

October 22, 2018 by Andrew Wike

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In this episode of All Pipes Considered, Kaz and Chip discuss the work of American carver Larry Roush, including his background and pipemaking beginnings, muscular shaping style, stem materials, unique silverwork, and so much more. ... Read More

All Pipes Considered: Kurt Balleby

October 15, 2018 by Andrew Wike

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In this episode of All Pipes Considered, Shane and I discuss the great Kurt Balleby, covering everything from his introduction into pipemaking and various influences to his nuanced and meticulous approach to the craft. Learn more about Balleby and his incredible work today. ... Read More

All Pipes Considered: Michail Kyriazanos

September 7, 2018 by Andrew Wike

In this episode of All Pipes Considered, Kaz and I revisit some of the latest batches we've received from Michail Kyriazanos, in which the Greek carver returns to his roots with a range of stunning, artisanal renditions of classic English shapes. ... Read More

All Pipes Considered: Alexander Tupitsyn

September 5, 2018 by Andrew Wike

In this episode of All Pipes Considered, Kaz and I discuss the beautiful and exciting work of Alexander Tupitsyn, covering everything from the artisan's major influences, overall shaping style, and range of expert finishes. ... Read More

All Pipes Considered: Ernie Markle

August 27, 2018 by Andrew Wike

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In this episode of All Pipes Considered, Chip Kushner and I discuss Ernie Markle pipes, covering everything from the American artisan's penchant for shaping to the extreme care he takes with his finishes and overall execution. ... Read More

All Pipes Considered: Bill Shalosky

August 20, 2018 by Andrew Wike

Join Shane and Truett as they discuss Bill Shalosky's work in this episode of All Pipes Considered, including his signature style, unique materials, and overall background as a pipemaker. ... Read More

Around The Burl: Jacono Pipes

August 17, 2018 by Andrew Wike

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In this episode of Around The Burl, Shane Ireland recounts his recent visit to Tonino Jacono's workshop near Jesi, Italy — where he took in the area's beautiful landscape and learned more about the various steps and processes that go into each Jacono pipe. ... Read More

One Last Gift

April 30, 2018 by Adam O'Neill

This year's CPCC Chicagoland International Pipe & Tobacciana Show (often abridged to the Chicago Pipe Show) will be its usual bustling hive of activity, friendship and pipe trading, but this year will be a little different. ... Read More

An Interview With Micah Redmond

March 15, 2018 by Shane Ireland

From his own line of artisanal handmades to his work for the BriarWorks workshop, Micah Redmond's unique style continues to impress. To get some insight on how this signature aesthetic developed, I sat down with Micah to talk about his history, process, personal taste in pipes, and more.

Around The Burl: Radice

March 13, 2018 by Adam O'Neill