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Calabash Engineering: What is it?

September 22, 2023 by John McElheny

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In the pipe world, "Calabash" refers to both a shape and a specific type of engineering, though the two evolved at the same time with the genesis of the gourd Calabash in Southern Africa. The unique combination of shaping and engineering gets its name from a kind of gourd, the calabash gourd, which has been cultivated all over ... Read More

The Types, Uses, and Essential Nature of the Humble Tobacco Pouch

September 21, 2023 by Davin Hylton

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While we tend to emphasize the maintenance and preservation of our favorite pipes, we spend less time discussing how to safeguard our tobacco, especially when traveling or on the go. After all, without tobacco, pipes are nothing more than ornate briar sculptures – charming, handsome, but, inevitably, purely aesthetic. When we talk about traveling with tobacco, we're often discussing ... Read More

Tasting Notes: Cornell & Diehl's Carolina Red Flake w/ Perique

September 20, 2023 by Shane Ireland

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Welcome to another episode of Tasting Notes. I've been fortunate lately to have a hot streak of really interesting things to try, and today is no exception. I was particularly excited for the 2023 release of Cornell and Diehl's Small Batch: Carolina Red Flake with Perique. ... Read More

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

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Calabash Engineering: What is it?

The Types, Uses, and Essential Nature of the Humble Tobacco Pouch

Tasting Notes: Cornell & Diehl's Carolina Red Flake w/ Perique

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

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