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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?

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Short or long: when size matters

"Nose warmer" or "churchwarden" are words used in the world of pipe smoking to describe the length of a pipe. But do you know what are the differences?

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How to easily renovate your pipe?

Restoring radiance to the briar, making the disassembling of your pipe's stem easier... Here are all our tips to easily maintain and renovate your pipes.

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The anatomy of a pipe

Bowl or tobacco chamber? Bit or stem? All the different parts of a briar pipe have a specific name, and it is sometimes difficult to remember them. Let's discover together the anatomy of a pipe...

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Smoker secrets: how to take care of your tobacco?

Tobacco storage is no easy feat! Too moist and it won't burn properly, too dry and it will taste bad. Let's review the different methods to store and transport your tobacco to enjoy a good smoke...

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The different pipe shapes

Did you know that there are tens of pipe shapes? Let's discover together some of the most emblematic silhouettes, and the pros and cons of each of them for a smoker...