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Top Ten Most Popular Maduro Cigars

May 14, 2026 by Davin Hylton

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Maduro wrappers are some of the most versatile in the cigar world, wrapping smokes that range from mild and light to powerhouses that test the mettle of even the most seasoned aficionado. Given Maduro's versatility, it's no surprise that it's become the wrapper of choice for a number of popular cigars, its rich, fermented flavor profile adding a depth of complexity to any blend. ... Read More

History of the Lancero

April 17, 2026 by Davin Hylton

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In Miramar, a residential district of Havana, Cuba, lies a picturesque two-story mansion framed by towering palm trees. The grounds are immaculately manicured; the front steps laid with marble; the facade lined with columns; the many doors and windows cased with decorative exterior ... 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

Cornell & Diehl's The Old Ones: A Series of Lovecraftian Pipe Tobaccos

June 9, 2023 by Davin Hylton

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Cornell and Diehl's The Old Ones collection pays tribute to an icon of American letters and the father of Cosmicism — Howard Phillips Lovecraft. Though not the first series in C&D's vast portfolio to pay tribute to the work of an esteemed American writer, The Old Ones is distinct in both its artwork and naming conventions, which draw directly from Lovecraft's stories of terror and dread. ... Read More

New Netherland, William Kieft, and the Smoker's Rebellion

May 17, 2023 by Davin Hylton

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Following their succession from Spanish rule in 1579, seven Dutch provinces formed the United Provinces of the Netherlands and became the first fully independent Dutch state. What followed was the Dutch Republic's "Golden Age," a time when, according to the New York State Library's What Was New Netherland? ... Read More

Saint-Claude, France, Birthplace of the Briar Pipe

April 12, 2023 by Davin Hylton

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Situated along the Swiss border, Saint-Claude, France, stands in the heart of the Jura mountains, in a steep valley where the Benne and Tacon rivers converge. Home to approximately 10,000 residents, this city, though surrounded by natural beauty ... Read More

Must-Have Pipe-Smoking Accessories

March 24, 2023 by Davin Hylton

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It can be difficult to find the proper accessories to maximize our smoking experiences because of the intimidating number of choices. To provide a better understanding of the function and need for the various options available, we here at Smokingpipes have compiled a list of must-have accessories ... Read More

Smokers, Light Your Pipes!

March 15, 2023 by Davin Hylton

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Pipe-smoking competitions, sometimes referred to as long-smoking competitions, have been an integral part of the pipe-smoking community for over 100 years, offering hobbyists and enthusiasts an opportunity to test their skill, versatility, and lung capacity. These events are typically held at pipe-smoking conventions, or ... Read More

History of Charatan

March 8, 2023 by Davin Hylton

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For discerning pipe collectors, Charatan is one of the few brands whose name is nearly synonymous with quality. For many, this may come as a surprise, but at one point, Charatan was one of England's premier pipe manufacturers, and the pipes they made were the very finest available. Charatan, in some ways, forever ... Read More

Harlan Ellison: Writer and Pipe Smoker

February 3, 2023 by Davin Hylton

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Harlan Ellison was called many things — abrasive, crass, hard-headed, egomaniacal, rude — but no one ever accused him of being quiet, or claimed he was one to hold his tongue. In fact, Ellison was one of those larger-than-life figures whose personality, wit, and passion seemed at times to overshadow his artistry ... Read More

Davin Hylton

Top Ten Most Popular Maduro Cigars

History of the Lancero

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

Cornell & Diehl's The Old Ones: A Series of Lovecraftian Pipe Tobaccos

New Netherland, William Kieft, and the Smoker's Rebellion

Saint-Claude, France, Birthplace of the Briar Pipe

Must-Have Pipe-Smoking Accessories

Smokers, Light Your Pipes!

History of Charatan

Harlan Ellison: Writer and Pipe Smoker

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