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The History of Pipe Design: Italy

December 4, 2020 by Truett Smith

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In the first installment of The History of Pipe Design series, we discussed the development of the standard pipe shape chart by early French and English factories. The conventions for shaping and proportion of these archetypal shapes define what we at Smokingpipes and others in the pipe community refer to as "classic" or "traditional" pipes, and this Anglo-French style is foundational to all other design aesthetics. ... Read More

Classic OTC Blends: Sir Walter Raleigh First Impressions

December 2, 2020 by Jeffery Sitts

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Sir Walter Raleigh Regular is one of pipe-smoking's most beloved and enduring over-the-counter (OTC) blends and is fittingly named after a pioneering historical figure who helped popularize pipe smoking centuries ago. The legendary blend has been enjoyed by pipe smokers for over 90 years and continues to remain popular among both veteran and beginner pipe smokers. ... Read More

Pipe Smoking Desktop Backgrounds: December 2020

December 1, 2020 by Andrew Wike

It's 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 six unique images, split between desktop and mobile orientations and available for download in two high-resolution formats. ... Read More

Jean-Paul Sartre: Philosopher, Author, Pipe Smoker

November 27, 2020 by Chuck Stanion

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Through his writing, teaching, and lectures, Jean-Paul Sartre made existentialism part of popular culture. "Existence precedes essence," he wrote in his book, Existentialism and Humanism (1946). Sartre's argument reversed traditional philosophical thinking whose default position most often inferred that essence is more fundamental and unalterable than its existence. ... Read More

Mystery Tobacco Review: November 2020

November 25, 2020 by Andrew Wike

Welcome back to another episode of the Mystery Tobacco Review, the infamous pipe-smoking game show taking the world by storm (well, we think it is anyway... no word yet from Netflix on a streaming deal). For this month's installment, we were privileged to host another special guest Inquisitor ... Read More

G.L. Pease 20th Anniversary Blends

November 24, 2020 by Andrew Wike

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From the archetypal tobaccos of the Classic Collection to the nostalgic mixtures of the Heirloom Series, Greg Pease's portfolio encompasses a host of blends celebrated in every corner of the globe. Be it a spicy Virginia/Perique or a smooth, silky English blend, each of Greg's creations captures a moment in time ... Read More

Bela Lugosi: Horror Movie Icon and Pipe Smoker

November 20, 2020 by Jeffery Sitts

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Best remembered for his iconic portrayal of Count Dracula in the 1931 film adaptation of Bram Stoker's novel, Bela Lugosi is widely considered one of the greatest horror movie actors of all time. Lugosi also appeared in several films with legendary English actor Boris Karloff, delivering memorable performances that showcased his acting talents and continue to enthrall audiences decades later. ... Read More

Mystery Cigar Review: November 2020

November 19, 2020 by Tim Vanderpool

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Welcome back to another episode of the Mystery Cigar Review, a cigar-focused spin-off series of our popular Mystery Tobacco Reviews. This month, we were privileged to host our first-ever guest Inquisitor. Steve Saka of Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust stopped by earlier this month to visit our brick & mortar store ... Read More

All Pipes Considered: J. Alan Jess Tribute Pipes

November 16, 2020 by Shane Ireland

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On this special episode of All Pipes Considered, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Jeff Gracik of J. Alan Pipes to discuss the Jess Chonowitsch tribute pipes he made for us recently on commission. ... Read More

Know Your Tobacco Cuts

November 13, 2020 by Chuck Stanion

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Pipe tobacco offers a multitude of flavor opportunities, and the way that tobacco is cut contributes to the variety of experiences. Just as we consider the flavor properties of component tobaccos, and adjust moisture levels to our liking, we have a choice in the way our blends are cut. What's most interesting is that the way a tobacco is cut can affect not only the way it burns, but the way it tastes and ages. ... Read More

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The History of Pipe Design: Italy

Classic OTC Blends: Sir Walter Raleigh First Impressions

Pipe Smoking Desktop Backgrounds: December 2020

Jean-Paul Sartre: Philosopher, Author, Pipe Smoker

Mystery Tobacco Review: November 2020

G.L. Pease 20th Anniversary Blends

Bela Lugosi: Horror Movie Icon and Pipe Smoker

Mystery Cigar Review: November 2020

All Pipes Considered: J. Alan Jess Tribute Pipes

Know Your Tobacco Cuts

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