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Airflow in Peterson System Pipes: A Conversation with Dr. Dunn

September 23, 2022 by Chuck Stanion

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In physics and engineering, fluid dynamics is the field that describes and measures the flow of fluids, including air and other gasses, as they move through various environments. One such environment is that found inside of a tobacco pipe. Air must move efficiently from the bowl, through the shank and stem, and out of ... Read More

10 Pipe Tobaccos New Smokers Should Try

September 22, 2022 by Gabriel Bass

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For new pipe smokers, the vast number of blends available from today's blenders can be intimidating. On the other hand, it can cause what some refer to as Tobacco Acquisition Disorder, when one buys all the tobacco they can fit in their house. I experienced both in my early days smoking a pipe, going through periods of smoking only ... Read More

Cigars for Pipe Smokers

September 21, 2022 by Gabriel Bass

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If you're primarily a pipe smoker like me, the world of premium cigars can be a bit intimidating. With so many different leaf varietals and configurations, not to mention vitolas, one could understandably be hard pressed to know where to start. Luckily, the cigar experts here at Smokingpipes have plenty of knowledge to share with us pipe smokers looking to expand our palates. ... Read More

About Barling Pipes: A Pocket Guide

September 16, 2022 by Davin Hylton

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For years the Barling name has been synonymous with quality, vintage English pipes, renowned for their craftsmanship, engineering, and excellent smoking properties. Older Barlings produced during what is now referred to as the company's "Pre-Transition" era in particular are held in high esteem by many discerning collectors. ... Read More

Popular Stem Materials in Early French Pipe Making

September 15, 2022 by Davin Hylton

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Long before the advent and popularity of acrylic and vulcanite, many alternative materials were utilized in the creation of pipe stems. Amber, horn, and briar were common, especially French pipe making, prior to the introduction of acrylic and vulcanite, and have a unique history and aesthetic appeal. ... Read More

Sixty Second Cigar Review: Crowned Heads' Las Calaveras

September 14, 2022 by Shane Ireland

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Hello, everyone, and welcome to the very first episode of 60 Second Cigar Review! In this series, Truett and I will be challenging ourselves by reviewing a cigar in under 60 seconds. For this first episode, we've taken on the 2022 edition of Crowned Heads' annual, limited-edition Las Calaveras cigar. ... Read More

The Many Shapes and Styles of Tobacco Pipes

September 9, 2022 by Chuck Stanion

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You may have noticed that pipes appear in a large number of different shapes. One might even say that the number is infinite, especially when accounting for variations. Most traditional shapes, for example, can be straight or bent, with varying proportions, different stem configurations, different capacities, different balance, rounded or flat rims, varying curvature of bowl, length of stem ... Read More

Joe Lankford Passes, Blender of Seattle Pipe Club Tobaccos

September 8, 2022 by Chuck Stanion

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There are people in our hobby who may seem like ordinary folks but whose quiet contributions provide influential advancements. Joe Lankford was such an individual. He passed away on September 3, leaving behind many appreciative pipe smokers who will continue enjoying the pipe tobaccos that he originated for the Seattle Pipe Club, tobaccos like Plum Pudding and Mississippi River, two particular favorites among pipe smokers. ... Read More

All Pipes Considered: Interview with Brian Levine

September 7, 2022 by Shane Ireland

Welcome back to another episode of All Pipes Considered. We're doing things a little different today: Rather than discussing a specific range of pipes, I'm joined by special guest Brian Levine to discuss the upcoming Las Vegas International Pipe Show, formerly the West Coast Pipe Show, which will be held from October 21st to October ... Read More

How to Break In a Briar Tobacco Pipe

September 2, 2022 by Chuck Stanion

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Few satisfactions in life equal that of obtaining a new pipe. Of the hundreds of thousands available, we chose this particular briar. Its lines and proportions, grain, and shape resonate with a yearning inside of us, harmonizing with our tastes and experiences and personal artistic appreciation. It's perfect, a pleasure to turn over in ... Read More

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