Andrew Wike

This Christmas Thing of Ours

This Christmas Thing of Ours

December 17, 2014 by Andrew Wike

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Friday was an eventful day for us here at SPC. During work hours we hurried and frantically released Tsuge's new Four Seasons line of tobaccos, which unsurprisingly did very well over the weekend. The real fun happened after work though, as we all came together for our annual Christmas party. There was food, drink, and all manner of aged tobaccos. ... Read More

What's in a Christmas Pipe Anyway ?

What's in a Christmas Pipe Anyway ?

December 8, 2014 by Andrew Wike

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A few years ago, I received my very first Christmas pipe. Was it an expensive or artisan-grade briar? Well, no, but it was a gift from a friend, and it was given from the heart. You see, very few people outside of the pipe smoking community really understand our hobby, what drives us to keep picking up our briars and adding new ones to our collection, especially around the holiday season. ... Read More

Holiday Gift Guide 2014

Holiday Gift Guide 2014

December 2, 2014 by Andrew Wike

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Let's face it, there are a lot of products on our site. So many, in fact, that it can prove difficult to find that surprise gift this holiday season. Whether your shopping for yourself or for a special something for a loved one, a Christmas list is always helpful. So we've created a Holiday Gift Guide to highlight some of our favorites. ... Read More

Our Two Cents on Sixpence

Our Two Cents on Sixpence

November 28, 2014 by Andrew Wike

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Last week marked the release of Greg Pease's eighth blend in his Old London series. The first Virginia/Perique in the line, Sixpence's reception was successful to say the least. If you picked up a tin and haven't tried it yet, or are still waiting for a bit more information, here's a quick look at what some of us thought about the blend: ... Read More

Time for Another Churchwarden

Time for Another Churchwarden

November 24, 2014 by Andrew Wike

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We have pipes dedicated to work, chores, errands, and travel, and then we have pipes specially reserved for those quiet evenings at home. While tastes may vary, especially around here, churchwardens are what make up the latter group for me. In fact, my very first pipe was a churchwarden: a no-named, extra-long Dublin (not even made from briar) ... Read More

Friends in Unexpected Places

Friends in Unexpected Places

November 20, 2014 by Andrew Wike

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Last week, Calvin and I attended a week-long Workshop in Rome, Ga. that started on Sunday evening. The first few days were really long and the amount of information coming our way was almost overwhelming. On Wednesday, we were dismissed after a paltry 10 1/2 hours for our first night of freedom. ... Read More

Dressed for the Occasion

Dressed for the Occasion

November 18, 2014 by Andrew Wike

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Formal occasions call for formal dress. Whether it's a slim tuxedo or just a simple nice shirt and tie, there's a variety of options for such gatherings. While choosing your attire can be a daunting task on its own, I struggled with another decision this past weekend when I prepared to attend a friend's wedding. The question, simply, was this: "Which pipe do I bring?" ... Read More

My New All Day Smoke

My New All Day Smoke

November 11, 2014 by Andrew Wike

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After smoking not one, but four 2014 Christmas blends consecutively, I was looking for something a little more subdued, something non-aromatic, and just something I could puff on all day. So back to the warehouse I went, eyes all aglow at my surroundings (tons, literally tons, of choices), yet without the faintest idea of what I was going to end up with. ... Read More

What to Smoke this Holiday Season

What to Smoke this Holiday Season

November 7, 2014 by Andrew Wike

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With the holiday season rapidly approaching, you're probably already thinking about what you're going to smoke by the fire with a tasty cup of eggnog or a mug of hot cocoa. I know I am. But with the sheer variety of seasonal tobaccos out there, it can be difficult task. It was for me, at least. So it seemed there was only one thing to do: try them all and find out! Here's a quick look at some of my experiences. ... Read More

Halloween Pipe Horrors: How Not to Treat your Briars

Halloween Pipe Horrors: How Not to Treat your Briars

October 31, 2014 by Andrew Wike

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Deep within the pipe library there is a mysterious box — a box filled with unspeakable horrors. From misshaped, broken briars to charred, chewed off meerschaums, some truly terrible monsters call this cardboard box their final resting place. ... Read More

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