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A special-edition release for the 90th Anniversary of the original volume's printing, the 5th edition of About Smoke is the ultimate smoker's catalog from the most famous pipe smoker's address: 30 Duke Street, London. Never again will such a story of merchandise be told as in this 190-page book of pipes, tobacco, cigars, and smoker's requisites. A masterpiece defining the great age of pipe smoking. Featuring a special introduction from longtime Dunhill collector and pipe scholar Richard Esserman, this special anniversary edition is certain to make for a treasured edition to the aficionado's library. -
92 pages, softcover This book tells the story of the first 100 years of Brigham pipes, painstakingly pieced together from corporate archives, historical records, company legend and first-hand accounts from long-time staff at what is now Brigham Enterprises Inc. It is a tale of personal and professional grit, adaptation, invention and survival over three generations, two World Wars, the Great Depression and radical shifts in society’s attitude towards the tobacco industry.The quintessential collector’s guide, this book lays out not only the chronology of Canada’s most prominent pipe-maker but also never before compiled information on the pipes themselves, including the stamps, grading schemes and pinning patterns used between 1906 and 2006. Also featured is an updated version of the Brigham Pipes Shape Chart and a full list of Limited Edition pipes.
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240 pages, hardcover Written by Castello's current director, Franco "Kino" Coppo, Le Pipe, Mie Figlie explores the venerated workshop's legacy. Meaning "The Pipes, My Daughters" in English, Le Pipe, Mie Figlie beautifully captures the passion and detailed craftsmanship that goes into making each Castello pipe. This bilingual, Italian/English book contains dozens of high-quality pipe photos across 38 chapters and over 200 pages of content. Featuring fascinating stories from the marque's early days and personal anecdotes from Coppo, this a must-have for Castello collectors or any pipe smoker who appreciates the rich history of Italian pipe making. -
The first feature-length documentary about pipes and pipe smoking, Father the Flame, offers a look into the life and labor behind our hobby, from sourcing, curing, and cutting briar. The film follows carver Lee Von Erck as he travels the world to explore the art of pipe making and gives insight into how meaningful the hobby can be. It features several interviews with artisan pipe makers Hiroyuki Tokutomi, Lars and Nanna Ivarsson, and Mimmo Romeo, one of the most respected briar cutters in the world. Also featured are prominent collectors, experts, and industry leaders. Father the Flame offers a comprehensive look into the culture of pipes and what they can teach a modern generation about legacy and the things we leave behind. -
447 pages, hardcover The important pipe collection of the Hungarian National Museum, which consists of more than 1300 artefacts, is rightly world-famous. Through the selected items introduced in this book the Readers can be acquainted with the cultural history of tobacco smoking, the smoking habits and equipment of different nations and continents. The elaborately carved and decorated pieces help to trace the past of Hungarian pipe making, a branch of rural craftsmanship and applied art that once had a great tradition and which has been unjustly ignored. -
49 pages, softcover Of Pipes and Men by Larry Gosser and Mark Irwin overviews 25 historic pipe-smoking icons — including Jacques Cousteau, Albert Einstein, Greta Garbo, Jackie Kennedy, C.S. Lewis, and J.R.R. Tolkien — detailing their lives and legacies in one-page summaries accompanied by individualistic illustrations. With playful prose and comic-style artwork, Of Pipes and Men tastefully and informatively combines the illustrative prowess of Larry Gosser, an illustrator whose accomplishments include work for Peterson of Dublin as well as a licensed Classic Popeye art-print series, with the literary acumen of Mark Irwin, well known pipe blogger and co-author of The Peterson Pipe: The Story of Kapp & Peterson. It's an ideal resource for every pipe smoker, elevated by quick and easy organization, brief yet detailed biographies, quick wit, and a stylish aesthetic. -
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GUIDE TO PIPE CRAFTING AT HOME 112 pages, 190 illustrations, Soft Cover LEARN HOW TO...- Make Briar Pipes
- Craft Freehands
- Choose The Materials For Your Pipe
- Cut Several Pipes From One Briar Piece
- Drill The Holes By Hand Or In A Drill Press
- Fit, Bend and Finish Stems
- Sand, Stain and Polish Pipes
- Carve Briar
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143 pages, softcover French magazine Spheres focuses on telling stories about those who find solace pursuing their passion. This issue is Spheres first international edition and focuses on pipe smoking. It explores the history of the hobby, pipe smoking in popular culture, and highlights on major figures within the craft who continue to share their love of pipes with the world. Interviews with Tom Eltang and Asami Kikuchi of the Tsuge Ikebana workshop, a profile piece on renowned briar cutter Mimmo Romeo, and an in-depth look at what makes Semois tobacco so unique.
