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John Steinbeck: Writer and Pipe Smoker

September 15, 2023 by Zachary Podl

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One of the most fascinating elements of writing is its simplicity. A pencil, paper, and a little creativity is all one needs to get started. However, some might prefer a few additional accommodations, such as background music or a comfortable chair. For John Steinbeck, a pipe packed with tobacco was a welcome ... Read More

Best Humidors for at Home and On the Go

September 14, 2023 by John McElheny

For enthusiasts of cigars, the humidor is an accessory which is utterly essential, serving as the cornerstone of cigar storage by ensuring that they stay fresh until smoked. This "freshness" is more a measure of appropriately maintained humidity rather than the cigar's newness from the factory, and that humidity maintenance is the key function ... Read More

Pipe Force: Episode V - Interview with Per Jensen and Jeremy McKenna

September 13, 2023 by Shane Ireland

Pipe Force: Episode V from Sutliff extends the series imagined by Per Georg Jensen which celebrates the vast potential for exploration still existing while creating memorable tobacco blends. Hot-pressed and ready-rubbed into a crumble cake format, Rustica is stoved along with Virginia and Oriental Katerini; these combined ... Read More

40 Years of Kurt Balleby Pipes

September 7, 2023 by Truett Smith

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This year marks Kurt Balleby's 40th pipe-making anniversary, and it's a milestone worth celebrating. I haven't even been breathing for four decades, and that's perhaps the easiest, most passive action available; it's hard to imagine intentionally dedicating sweat and effort to one specific pursuit for such a span of time. ... Read More

Tasting Notes: Missouri Meerschaum Drawdown

September 6, 2023 by Shane Ireland

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Welcome to another episode of Tasting Notes. I'm Shane Ireland, and today I'm continuing my journey through the new line of MM&Co Elite blends made by Cornell & Diehl for Missouri Meerschaum. ... Read More

Pipe God of War: The Story of Semyon Danilovich Nomokonov

September 1, 2023 by Gabriel Bass

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The Second World War has countless stories of heroes who displayed impressive heroism to defeat the forces of fascism, many of whom were known pipe smokers. Few, however, have a story as unique as that of the Soviet sniper Semyon Danilovich Nomokonov, who terrified the Nazis as few others could, earning the respect of ... Read More

Pipe Smoking Desktop Backgrounds: September 2023

August 31, 2023 by Andrew Wike

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It's time for another round of beautiful pipe-smoking desktop backgrounds for you to enjoy. As in previous months, the set includes some of our favorite shots and artwork, including eight unique images, split between desktop and mobile orientations and available for download in two high-resolution formats. ... Read More

Mystery Cigar Review: August 2023

August 30, 2023 by Truett Smith

Welcome to another exhilarating episode in our continuing series of Mystery Cigar Reviews. Today Shane, Tyler, and I are smoking a mystery submission from Ian Reith, founder of Dapper Cigar Company. Ian had no intention of starting a cigar company when he developed his first cigar, the Cubo Claro. His goal was to make ... Read More

The History of the MacArthur Corn Cob Pipe

August 25, 2023 by John McElheny

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Throughout pipe making's many centuries of history, myriad mediums have been employed for carving the familiar smokers. From stone and clay to briar and morta, the list is extensive. One of these materials stands out among the others, not just thanks to its charming and humble physical substance, but its distinctly ... Read More

Top Pocket Pipes for Everyday Carry

August 24, 2023 by Davin Hylton

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Pipes, like with most things, come in all shapes and sizes, ranging from the giant, palm-filling briars of the Italian neoclassical tradition to the compact and muscular pipes of North America. The wide variety of pipes reflect the diverse taste of pipe smokers, as well as what they want from their smoking instruments. For some, ... Read More

Recent

John Steinbeck: Writer and Pipe Smoker

Best Humidors for at Home and On the Go

Pipe Force: Episode V - Interview with Per Jensen and Jeremy McKenna

40 Years of Kurt Balleby Pipes

Tasting Notes: Missouri Meerschaum Drawdown

Pipe God of War: The Story of Semyon Danilovich Nomokonov

Pipe Smoking Desktop Backgrounds: September 2023

Mystery Cigar Review: August 2023

The History of the MacArthur Corn Cob Pipe

Top Pocket Pipes for Everyday Carry

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