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=== Clay === | === Clay === | ||
[[Image:pollockclaypipes1.jpg|thumb|right|75pxl|Fox & Grapes, [[Pollock Clay Pipes]]]] Clay in this case is almost always a very fine white clay. Low-quality "clay" pipes are actually made from porcelain forming techniques known as slip, and poured into a mold. These are porous, of very low quality, and impart unwanted flavors to a smoke. Top-notch clays, on the other hand are made in a labor-intensive process that requires beating all air out of the clay, hand-rolling each pipe before molding it, piercing with a fine wire, and careful firing. Traditionally, clay pipes are unglazed. Clays burn "hot" in comparison to other types of pipes, so they are often difficult for most pipe-smokers to use. Their proponents claim that, unlike other materials, a well-made clay pipe gives a "pure" smoke, with no flavor addition from the pipe bowl. In addition to aficionados, reproductions of historical clay styles are used by some Historical re-enactors. Clay pipes were once considered disposable items and the large quantities discarded in the past are often used as an aid in dating by industrial archaeologists. | [[Image:pollockclaypipes1.jpg|thumb|right|75pxl|Fox & Grapes, [[Pollock Clay Pipes]]]] Clay in this case is almost always a very fine white clay. Low-quality "clay" pipes are actually made from porcelain forming techniques known as slip, and poured into a mold. These are porous, of very low quality, and impart unwanted flavors to a smoke. Top-notch clays, on the other hand are made in a labor-intensive process that requires beating all air out of the clay, hand-rolling each pipe before molding it, piercing with a fine wire, and careful firing. Traditionally, clay pipes are unglazed. Clays burn "hot" in comparison to other types of pipes, so they are often difficult for most pipe-smokers to use. Their proponents claim that, unlike other materials, a well-made clay pipe gives a "pure" smoke, with no flavor addition from the pipe bowl. In addition to aficionados, reproductions of historical clay styles are used by some Historical re-enactors. Clay pipes were once considered disposable items and the large quantities discarded in the past are often used as an aid in dating by industrial archaeologists.<br> | ||
[[File:Selmec.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Selmec Clay, courtesy Geoffrey Mogilner, [http://www.racineandlaramie.com/ Racine & Laramie Tobacconist]]]The Hungarian clay pipe is famous. The illustration (to the left) is a 19th Cent. example with the seal of the town of [[Selmec]] on the front. The seal represents two salamanders which legend tells us led residences to the gold deposits. Hammer and pick are also represented. These clays represent an entirely different clay pipe tradition from the English clay pipes. These shapes are based on Turkish clay pipes which entered Europe from the East. | |||
*See [[Selmec]] for additional information on Hungarian clays | |||
*For additional information see, [[A Short History Of Clay Pipes]], by Heather Coleman | |||
*An excellent article from the Colonial Williamsburg Journal entitled "[http://www.history.org/Foundation/journal/Winter03-04/pipes.cfm Hunting for a Little Ladle]", Tobacco Pipes by Ivor NoÔl Hume | |||
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=== Corncob === | === Corncob === | ||
[[File:MM Pipedia | [[File:MM Pipedia 468x60 Woodworker.jpg|thumb|400px|Pipedia thanks [http://corncobpipe.com/ Missouri Meerschaum] for their underwriting support]][[File:Country-Gentleman-Corn-Cob-Pipe-Bent-296.jpg|thumb|left|185px|Country Gentleman Bent, courtesy, [http://corncobpipe.com/ Missouri Meerschaum]]][[File:MacArthur corncob.jpg|thumb|]][[File:Diplomat-5th-Avenue-Corn-Cob-Pipe-Straight-1950.jpg|thumb|left|185px|Diplomat 5th Avenue Straight, courtesy, [http://corncobpipe.com/ Missouri Meerschaum]]]On the other end of the scale, "corncob" pipes made from maize cobs are cheap and effective, even if some regard them as inelegant. The cobs are first dried for two years. Then they are hollowed out to make a bowl shape. The bowls are dipped in a plaster-based mixture and varnished or lacquered on the outside. Shanks made from pine wood are then inserted into the bowls. The first and largest manufacturer of corncob pipes is [[Missouri Meerschaum]], located in Washington, Missouri in the United States.[http://www.corncobpipe.com/]. Missouri Meerschaum has produced the pipes since 1869. General Douglas MacArthur and George Lincoln Rockwell were perhaps the most famous smokers of this type of pipe, along with the cartoon characters Popeye and Frosty the Snowman. | ||
Corncob pipes remain popular today because they are inexpensive and require no "break-in" period like briar pipes. For these two reasons, corncob pipes are often recommended as a "Beginners pipe." But, their enjoyment is by no means limited to beginners. Corncob pipes are equally valued by both learners, and experienced smokers who simply desire a cool, clean smoke. Pipe smokers who wish to sample a wide variety of different tobaccos and blends also might keep a stock of corncobs on hand to permit them to try new flavors without "carryover" from an already-used pipe, or to keep a potentially bad tasting tobacco from adding its flavor to a more expensive or favored pipe. | Corncob pipes remain popular today because they are inexpensive and require no "break-in" period like briar pipes. For these two reasons, corncob pipes are often recommended as a "Beginners pipe." But, their enjoyment is by no means limited to beginners. Corncob pipes are equally valued by both learners, and experienced smokers who simply desire a cool, clean smoke. Pipe smokers who wish to sample a wide variety of different tobaccos and blends also might keep a stock of corncobs on hand to permit them to try new flavors without "carryover" from an already-used pipe, or to keep a potentially bad tasting tobacco from adding its flavor to a more expensive or favored pipe. | ||
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Includes various Falcon aluminum-stem pipes, plus Kirsten, Yello Bole, Dr. Grabow (Viking) and many others. | Includes various Falcon aluminum-stem pipes, plus Kirsten, Yello Bole, Dr. Grabow (Viking) and many others. | ||
An interesting book on the subject: Back From The Ashes, Uncovering The Lost History Of G. L. Hunt and the Falcon Pipe, by K. A. Worth ~ Winner, 2008 Illinois Historical Society Book Award. Available from the author: [http://facebook.com/worthyworkspress Worthy Works Press] and $2.99 Color eBook (Updated and Expanded for 2012) at: [http://www.amazon.com/Back-Ashes-Uncovering-History-ebook/dp/B006VOOFNC/ref=sr_1_5?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1326245898&sr=1-5 Amazon.com.] For more info. see [[Books/Publications]] page... | [[File:EastmanPipe.jpg|thumb|200px|[[Eastman Pipe]] Flyer, courtesy Doug Valitchka]]An interesting book on the subject: Back From The Ashes, Uncovering The Lost History Of G. L. Hunt and the Falcon Pipe, by K. A. Worth ~ Winner, 2008 Illinois Historical Society Book Award. Available from the author: [http://facebook.com/worthyworkspress Worthy Works Press] and $2.99 Color eBook (Updated and Expanded for 2012) at: [http://www.amazon.com/Back-Ashes-Uncovering-History-ebook/dp/B006VOOFNC/ref=sr_1_5?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1326245898&sr=1-5 Amazon.com.] For more info. see [[Books/Publications]] page... | ||
Build your own custom Kirsten Metal Pipe at [http://www.kirstenpipe.com/customize.shtml Kirsten Pipe Company] | Build your own custom Kirsten Metal Pipe at [http://www.kirstenpipe.com/customize.shtml Kirsten Pipe Company] | ||
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Metal pipes often incorporate means of trapping moisture that can cool the smoke before it reaches the mouth. Some say this can reduce the "Bite" and make smoking more enjoyable. Kirsten and Falcon pipes are still in production and deliver an excellent smoke. Beware though, there are many different metal pipes out there, of varing styles and brands, and collecting them can be very addictive. | Metal pipes often incorporate means of trapping moisture that can cool the smoke before it reaches the mouth. Some say this can reduce the "Bite" and make smoking more enjoyable. Kirsten and Falcon pipes are still in production and deliver an excellent smoke. Beware though, there are many different metal pipes out there, of varing styles and brands, and collecting them can be very addictive. | ||
[[Eastman Pipe]] - By Eastman Scientific. Not sure how long these were in production, or any of the details with the exception of the flyer. If you have additional information, please click on the blue link and add the information into an article for us. | |||
[[Sweetheart]] - Looks similar to Kirsten, but is a seperate company that was located in St.Paul Minnesota, | |||
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=== ''the pipe'' (pyrolytic graphite/phenolic resin) === | === ''[[the pipe]]'' (pyrolytic graphite/phenolic resin) === | ||
[[File:pipedia_thepipe.jpg|thumb|Billiard Maroon '''''the pipe''''' with white Fashion Stripes, | [[File:pipedia_thepipe.jpg|thumb|left|Billiard Maroon '''''the pipe''''' with white Fashion Stripes, | ||
courtesy Billie W. Taylor II, Ph.D]]In 1963, Super-Temp Corporation began making plastic pipes with pyrolytic graphite bowl liners. They were called '''''the pipe'''''. In 1965, Super-Temp contracted to market their unique pipes through Venturi, Inc., the company which sold Tar Gard cigarette filters. Colors and stripes began to be offered circa 1967. About 1970, '''THE SMOKE''' pipes were added to the line - they were non-traditional shapes with a less expensive bowl liner. Venturi pipes were added around 1972 - they had no liner in the bowls at all. The pipes were out of production by 1975. | courtesy Billie W. Taylor II, Ph.D]]In 1963, Super-Temp Corporation began making plastic pipes with pyrolytic graphite bowl liners. They were called '''''the pipe'''''. In 1965, Super-Temp contracted to market their unique pipes through Venturi, Inc., the company which sold Tar Gard cigarette filters. Colors and stripes began to be offered circa 1967. About 1970, '''THE SMOKE''' pipes were added to the line - they were non-traditional shapes with a less expensive bowl liner. Venturi pipes were added around 1972 - they had no liner in the bowls at all. The pipes were out of production by 1975. | ||