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The specificities of a bent pipe

What are the benefits of a bent pipe? Why does this silhouette requires a lot of care during its manufacturing? Is cleaning a bent pipe more difficult?

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How to smoke the pipe when it is windy?

Smoking the pipe, everywhere and no matter the weather outside? Is it possible or should you be wary of draughts with your pipe lit? Here are a few tips to know when smoking outside.

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How to smoke a pipe?

More than an object, a pipe represents a true lifestyle... But above all, pipe smoking should be learnt! Benefit from our know-how and follow our recommendations to fully enjoy your pipe!

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A well caked pipe

What is a pre-coated pipe? How do you break in a new pipe? Why do you need to build up a cake when you buy a new pipe? We are going to answer all of your questions...

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The three golden rules of pipe smoking

Most of all, smoking the pipe means taking some time for yourself and enjoying the present moment... When you are in the company of a nice tobacco-pipe, time ceases to exist!

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Different pipe tobaccos

Where can I find pipe tobacco? What are the different types of tobaccos? We are going to help you in your research to let you appreciate the many possibilities available to you...

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The manufacturing steps of a briar pipe

Discover step by step the manufacturing process of a Saint-Claude briar pipe. Go behind the scenes of Chacom and Butz-Choquin to understand how famous pipes are made...

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How to recognize a briar of great quality?

Most of the pipes are made from briar. There are different words that allow to describe the grain of the wood. Do you know them?

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How to choose a pipe tamper?

The pipe tamper is the must-have tool for a pipe smoker. It allows to maintain the combustion of the tobacco inside the tobacco chamber of the pipe. How to choose the one that is perfect for you?