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Gonzo Pipe Smoker: Hunter S. Thompson

January 14, 2022 by Chuck Stanion

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Hunter S. Thompson was, it could be easily argued, the most talented, unique, and original journalist of the 20th century. The founder of Gonzo journalism, which is a blend of fiction, autobiography, and subjective reporting, his public persona became larger than life and a caricature of himself as he was fictionalized in films and in the famous Doonesbury cartoons, to the extent that ... Read More

Pipes in the Film, There Will be Blood

January 13, 2022 by Davin Hylton

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As you can imagine, my knowledge of pipes has expanded greatly since starting at Smokingpipes. The world of pipes is fascinating with deep history, unique characters, and varying schools of design. Consequently, whether by coincidence, or more likely because I'm more aware, I've become more attuned to pipes in life and in film. ... Read More

Briar to Binder: Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust StillWell Star Navy No. 1056

January 12, 2022 by Shane Ireland

Welcome back to another episode of Briar to Binder. In this installment, our two favorite blending geniuses — C&D's Head Blender Jeremy Reeves and Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust's Master Ligador Steve Saka — complete their journey through Dunbarton's new StillWell Star line with a deep dive into the final blend in the line: Navy No. 1056. A luxury pipe tobacco cigar representing Saka's ideal ... Read More

Estate Pipes: Three Tales of Doom and Deliverance

January 7, 2022 by Chuck Stanion

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Our intrepid staff know no limitations in their quest for the estate pipes that you love to see on our website, as demonstrated by three recent adventures from our files. ... Read More

Top 15 Budget-Friendly Pipes

January 6, 2022 by Joel Balyeat

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When you're new to the world of pipe smoking and a little unsure about where to start, the sheer volume of options can be a little intimidating. It's generally best to just grab a pipe and get started, because pipe smoking is a personal experience and everyone's preferences in terms of pipe shape, size, and finish will be different. ... Read More

All Pipes Considered: Glen Whelan from Peterson

January 5, 2022 by Shane Ireland

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Welcome back to another episode of All Pipes Considered. Today, I'm joined by a very special guest, all the way from Dublin: Glen Whelan, Director of Sales for Peterson. Tune in as Glen and I discuss his history at Kapp & Peterson, including Glen's own family tradition at the company as well as his favorite shapes and series, and some of the marque's exciting new releases and future ... Read More

Top Cigars of 2021

December 31, 2021 by Truett Smith

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Myriad aspects define a cigar, but the quality of their combination comprises a great cigar. A certain cigar's flavor profile may transport us to an elevated state of consciousness, but if its wrapper consistently unravels and musses your suit pants with ash, then that distinguished flavor profile comes at the cost ... Read More

Pipe Smoking Desktop Backgrounds: January 2022

December 30, 2021 by Andrew Wike

It's the new year and time for another round of beautiful pipe smoking desktop backgrounds! As in previous months, we've compiled some of our favorite shots and artwork to share with you. Below you'll find thirteen unique images, split between desktop and mobile orientations and available for download ... Read More

Mystery Cigar Review: December 2021

December 29, 2021 by Shane Ireland

Welcome back to another episode of the Mystery Cigar Review! For our final episode of the year, we were privileged to host another industry giant as our guest Inquisitor: Justo Eiroa of Aladino Cigars. Aladino is a family project between Justo and his father Julio R. Eiroa, and for the Eiroas, authentic, Cuban-style cigars are the priority. Focusing on recreating the flavor profiles of Cuban cigars ... Read More

The Pipe That Saved Christmas

December 24, 2021 by Chuck Stanion

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When you're nine years old, Christmas is the main event, the holiday that every kid anticipates. Magic permeates the atmosphere; it's the culmination of a year of school and chores, homework and play, and Christmas vacation is a wide vista of possibility. My friends and I willed Christmas to be closer, but it always seemed absurdly distant. ... Read More

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