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The BriarWorks Classic line is inspired by the the shapes of the venerated pipe factories of the early to mid 20th century. Simpler shapes, a lower price point, and the same high level of detail and hand finishing that go into all BriarWorks pipes make these a popular choice with novice and experienced pipe smokers, alike. | The BriarWorks Classic line is inspired by the the shapes of the venerated pipe factories of the early to mid 20th century. Simpler shapes, a lower price point, and the same high level of detail and hand finishing that go into all BriarWorks pipes make these a popular choice with novice and experienced pipe smokers, alike. | ||
<gallery widths=200px heights=200px caption="Examples of Classics"> | <center><gallery widths=200px heights=200px caption="Examples of Classics"> | ||
File:Brairworks-CLassic-SmoothStraightApple.png|Classic, Smooth Straight Apple | File:Brairworks-CLassic-SmoothStraightApple.png|Classic, Smooth Straight Apple | ||
File:Brairworks-CLassic-BlastedBentDublin.png|Classic, Blasted Bent Dublin | File:Brairworks-CLassic-BlastedBentDublin.png|Classic, Blasted Bent Dublin | ||
File:Brairworks-CLassic-BlastedStraightBilliard.png|Classic, Blasted Straight Billiard | File:Brairworks-CLassic-BlastedStraightBilliard.png|Classic, Blasted Straight Billiard | ||
File:Briarworks-Classic-SmoothStraightDublin.png|Classic, Smooth Straight Dublin | File:Briarworks-Classic-SmoothStraightDublin.png|Classic, Smooth Straight Dublin | ||
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=== Bambino === | === Bambino === | ||
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The BriarWorks Signature line are serially produced/factory made pipes modeled after the signature handmade shapes from some of the world's most respected pipe makers. The first BriarWorks Signature, the Todd M. Johnson briar calabash, set a new bar for the creative possibilities available in a serial production/factory setting. Throughout 2015, the Signature line was expanded with a new and improved Mag-Top calabash and a number of other shapes designed by Todd. Spring 2016 brought another milestone to the brand with a shape designed by a pipe maker not associated with BriarWorks, the Adam Davidson Fig. Plans for more shapes and collaborations with noted pipe makers are in the works as BriarWorks continues to strive to make the best serially produced pipes in the world. | The BriarWorks Signature line are serially produced/factory made pipes modeled after the signature handmade shapes from some of the world's most respected pipe makers. The first BriarWorks Signature, the Todd M. Johnson briar calabash, set a new bar for the creative possibilities available in a serial production/factory setting. Throughout 2015, the Signature line was expanded with a new and improved Mag-Top calabash and a number of other shapes designed by Todd. Spring 2016 brought another milestone to the brand with a shape designed by a pipe maker not associated with BriarWorks, the Adam Davidson Fig. Plans for more shapes and collaborations with noted pipe makers are in the works as BriarWorks continues to strive to make the best serially produced pipes in the world. | ||
<gallery widths=200px heights=200px caption="Examples of the Signature line"> | <center><gallery widths=200px heights=200px caption="Examples of the Signature line"> | ||
File:BriarworksSignatureLineCalabash.jpg|thumb|right|Signature Line Calabash | File:BriarworksSignatureLineCalabash.jpg|thumb|right|Signature Line Calabash | ||
File:Brairworks-Signature-SmoothBlowfish.png|Signature Line Blowfish (Todd Johnson) | File:Brairworks-Signature-SmoothBlowfish.png|Signature Line Blowfish (Todd Johnson) | ||
File:Brairworks-Signature-SmoothIncubus.png|Signature Line Smooth Incubus (Todd Johnson) | File:Brairworks-Signature-SmoothIncubus.png|Signature Line Smooth Incubus (Todd Johnson) | ||
File:Brairworks-Signature-BlastedFig.png|Signature Line Blasted Fig (Adam Davidson) | File:Brairworks-Signature-BlastedFig.png|Signature Line Blasted Fig (Adam Davidson) | ||
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=== Handmades === | === Handmades === | ||
[[File:Brairworks-Handmade-BlastedCutty.png|thumb|Handmade, Blasted Cutty]]The BriarWorks handmade line are one of a kind, hand-shaped pipes with hand-cut mouthpieces, created by BriarWorks' team of skilled pipe makers. BriarWorks Handmade pipes typically feature freehand style shaping with stems and adornments made of a variety of high quality materials, like ebonite and boxwood. | |||
== Manufacturing == | == Manufacturing == | ||
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Pete grew up in Bakersfield, CA and developed an early interest in music. That interest led to a career as a professional musician and a move to Nashville. Pete’s music career helped him develop friendships with a wide variety of people, including musician and pipe maker Jody Davis. Pete’s interest in pipes along with guidance from Jody and Todd Johnson, led to Pete becoming a highly skilled pipe maker. In 2012 Pete’s career took a decidedly pipe-centric focus, when Todd asked him to help start BriarWorks. Pete has been involved in every phase of development at BriarWorks, including design, production, and the daily responsibilities of running a business. In 2016, Pete was promoted to President of BriarWorks and now manages all of the day to day operations. When Pete isn’t working hard at BriarWorks he spends most of his time being a father and husband to his lovely family Melissa, Bennet, and Lawson. Somehow, he still finds time to make world-class handmade pipes and some excellent salsa verde. | Pete grew up in Bakersfield, CA and developed an early interest in music. That interest led to a career as a professional musician and a move to Nashville. Pete’s music career helped him develop friendships with a wide variety of people, including musician and pipe maker Jody Davis. Pete’s interest in pipes along with guidance from Jody and Todd Johnson, led to Pete becoming a highly skilled pipe maker. In 2012 Pete’s career took a decidedly pipe-centric focus, when Todd asked him to help start BriarWorks. Pete has been involved in every phase of development at BriarWorks, including design, production, and the daily responsibilities of running a business. In 2016, Pete was promoted to President of BriarWorks and now manages all of the day to day operations. When Pete isn’t working hard at BriarWorks he spends most of his time being a father and husband to his lovely family Melissa, Bennet, and Lawson. Somehow, he still finds time to make world-class handmade pipes and some excellent salsa verde. | ||
Pete’s handmade pipes are also available from http://www.pipeshop.ru, http://www.scandpipes.com, and http://www.smokingpipes.com. | |||
=== Jesse Perdue, Manufacturing Manager === | === Jesse Perdue, Manufacturing Manager === | ||
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*Here is a great interview with Todd and Pete by Andrew Wike of Smokingpipes.com: [http://www.smokingpipes.com/smokingpipesblog/single.cfm/post/briarworks-raising-the-bar Briar Works Raising the Bar] | *Here is a great interview with Todd and Pete by Andrew Wike of Smokingpipes.com: [http://www.smokingpipes.com/smokingpipesblog/single.cfm/post/briarworks-raising-the-bar Briar Works Raising the Bar] | ||
*You may also like to listen to Brian Levine's interview with Todd and Pete on the [http://pipesmagazine.com/blog/radio-talk-show/the-pipes-magazine-radio-show-episode-85/#more-7930 PipesMagazine.com Radio Show] | *You may also like to listen to Brian Levine's interview with Todd and Pete on the [http://pipesmagazine.com/blog/radio-talk-show/the-pipes-magazine-radio-show-episode-85/#more-7930 PipesMagazine.com Radio Show] | ||
*Brian also did an interview with Pete on [http://pipesmagazine.com/blog/radio-talk-show/the-pipes-magazine-radio-show-episode-272/ Pipes Magazine Radio show Episode 272] | |||
== Contact Information: == | == Contact Information: == | ||
BriarWorks | BriarWorks | ||
Website: http://briarworksusa.com/ | Website: http://briarworksusa.com/ | ||
511 N. Main Street | |||
Columbia, TN 38401 | |||
(931) 223-8985 | |||
Email: info@briarworksusa.com | Email: info@briarworksusa.com | ||
[[Category: Pipe makers by nationality]][[Category: United States]] | [[Category: Pipe makers by nationality]][[Category: United States]] | ||