Cooke, James T.
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J.T.Cooke was professionally trained as a commercial artist at the Rhode Island School of design, but transitioned into the life of a full time pipe maker some 30 plus years ago. In the 1980's Jim began to repair and restore high grade pipes, which allowed him the opportunity to study the characteristics and quality achieved by master pipe makers. He also learned the differences between good pipes, and great pipes, and has been able to capitalize on this experience in the design and implementation of his own pipes.
Cooke works alone. He is World renowned for his beautiful deep, and very unique sandblasts. He has developed a technique using three separate blasting procedures to bring out and emphasize each block's own unique characteristics. He makes his own stems from liquid Lucite, which he tints himself and casts into rods. Jim has also developed a two part bowl coating.
Fred Hanna wrote a fantastic article entitled, The Best Sandblasted Pipes are Being Made By Americans by Fred Hanna. Highly recommended reading, especially for J.T. Cooke enthusiasts.
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Contact Information:
James T Cooke Phone:(802) 863-2072 , (802) 864-4955 Appletree Point Rd, Burlington, VT 05401