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[[File:Scottie-piersel.jpg|thumb|left|Scottie Piersel (left) with Kevin Godbee, PipesMagazine.com Publisher, courtesy [http://pipesmagazine.com PipesMagazine.com]]] Piersel is the maker of Piersel pipes. She participates actively at [http://www.pipemakersforum.com/ Pipemakersforum.org], and has also worked with noted Kansas City pipe restoration specialist, George Dibos (Precision Pipe Repair). Scottie states that, "Quality, classic shapes are where my focus lies.  I try to stay true to tradition while giving each pipe a little bit of my personality.  Clean lines, perfect proportions and flawless drilling are what I strive for and what you can expect from every pipe that leaves my shop.  Although I believe form must follow function I endeavor to offer a perfect fit and finish and to make each piece stunningly beautiful."
[[File:Scottie-piersel.jpg|thumb|Scottie Piersel (left) with Kevin Godbee, PipesMagazine.com Publisher, courtesy [http://pipesmagazine.com PipesMagazine.com]]][[File:Scottie-PencilShanksjpg.jpg|thumb|A collection of Pencil Shank pipes in various finishes, courtesy [https://www.facebook.com/ladybriarpipes Facebook]]]
 
Piersel is the maker of Piersel pipes. She participates actively at [http://www.pipemakersforum.com/ Pipemakersforum.org], and has also worked with noted Kansas City pipe restoration specialist, George Dibos (Precision Pipe Repair). Scottie states that, "Quality, classic shapes are where my focus lies.  I try to stay true to tradition while giving each pipe a little bit of my personality.  Clean lines, perfect proportions and flawless drilling are what I strive for and what you can expect from every pipe that leaves my shop.  Although I believe form must follow function I endeavor to offer a perfect fit and finish and to make each piece stunningly beautiful."


''From Scottie's website, [http://www.ladybriar.com/About.html Ladybriar.com]:''
''From Scottie's website, [http://www.ladybriar.com/About.html Ladybriar.com]:''
"My pipe making journey began when my husband decided to take up pipe smoking.  I ordered a pipe kit from Mark Tinsky to carve a pipe for Father's Day.  Little did I know how quickly I would become hooked.  As soon as I finished that first pipe I had to make another. Over the next few months I purchased as many tools and supplies as possible and off I went.  With the guidance and support of the fellows at the Pipes Maker's Forum I quickly found what needed to be refined with each pipe I made."   
"My pipe making journey began when my husband decided to take up pipe smoking.  I ordered a pipe kit from Mark Tinsky to carve a pipe for Father's Day.  Little did I know how quickly I would become hooked.  As soon as I finished that first pipe I had to make another. Over the next few months I purchased as many tools and supplies as possible and off I went.  With the guidance and support of the fellows at the Pipes Maker's Forum I quickly found what needed to be refined with each pipe I made."   


Peirsel pipes are handcrafted from Mediteranian Plateaux Briar and hand cut stems from either German Ebonite or Brindle.   
Peirsel pipes are handcrafted from Mediteranian Plateaux Briar and hand cut stems from either German Ebonite or Brindle.   


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File:Piersel BlastedApple.JPG|Blasted Apple
File:Piersel BlastedApple.JPG|Blasted Apple
File:Piersel BlastedPot.jpg|Blasted Pot
File:Piersel BlastedPot.jpg|Blasted Pot
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Scottie has developed a significant following for her unique '''Pencil Shank''' pipes in various shapes. They are surprisingly robust, she uses a stainless steel tube to sleeve the delicate shank. 
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You may also enjoy listening to Brian Levine's interview of Scottie on the [http://pipesmagazine.com/blog/radio-talk-show/the-pipes-magazine-radio-show-episode-96/#more-8163 Pipes Magazine Radio Show]
You may also enjoy listening to Brian Levine's interview of Scottie on the [http://pipesmagazine.com/blog/radio-talk-show/the-pipes-magazine-radio-show-episode-96/#more-8163 Pipes Magazine Radio Show]


[[File:Pipes2Smoke-400x300.jpg|thumb|link=https://pipes2smoke.com/collections/scottie-piersel|'''An excellent selection of Scottie Piersel pipes is available at Pipedia underwriter, [https://pipes2smoke.com/collections/scottie-piersel pipes2smoke.com]''']]
== Contact Information ==
'''Contact Information:'''
 
  Website: http://www.ladybriar.com
  Website: http://www.ladybriar.com
  Telephone: 816-529-3310
  Telephone: 816-529-3310
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  5701 N Beaman Ave     
  5701 N Beaman Ave     
  Kansas City, MO 64151
  Kansas City, MO 64151
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ladybriarpipes


[[Category: Pipe makers by nationality]][[Category: United States]]
[[Category: Pipe makers by nationality]][[Category: United States]]

Latest revision as of 18:30, 24 December 2022

Scottie Piersel (left) with Kevin Godbee, PipesMagazine.com Publisher, courtesy PipesMagazine.com
A collection of Pencil Shank pipes in various finishes, courtesy Facebook

Piersel is the maker of Piersel pipes. She participates actively at Pipemakersforum.org, and has also worked with noted Kansas City pipe restoration specialist, George Dibos (Precision Pipe Repair). Scottie states that, "Quality, classic shapes are where my focus lies. I try to stay true to tradition while giving each pipe a little bit of my personality. Clean lines, perfect proportions and flawless drilling are what I strive for and what you can expect from every pipe that leaves my shop. Although I believe form must follow function I endeavor to offer a perfect fit and finish and to make each piece stunningly beautiful."

From Scottie's website, Ladybriar.com: "My pipe making journey began when my husband decided to take up pipe smoking. I ordered a pipe kit from Mark Tinsky to carve a pipe for Father's Day. Little did I know how quickly I would become hooked. As soon as I finished that first pipe I had to make another. Over the next few months I purchased as many tools and supplies as possible and off I went. With the guidance and support of the fellows at the Pipes Maker's Forum I quickly found what needed to be refined with each pipe I made."

Peirsel pipes are handcrafted from Mediteranian Plateaux Briar and hand cut stems from either German Ebonite or Brindle.

  • Examples of Piersel Pipes from the Ladybriar.com website
  • Blasted Rhodesian

    Blasted Rhodesian

  • Blasted Apple

    Blasted Apple

  • Blasted Pot

    Blasted Pot


Scottie has developed a significant following for her unique Pencil Shank pipes in various shapes. They are surprisingly robust, she uses a stainless steel tube to sleeve the delicate shank.

You may also enjoy listening to Brian Levine's interview of Scottie on the Pipes Magazine Radio Show

Contact Information

Website: http://www.ladybriar.com
Telephone: 816-529-3310
Email: info@ladybriar.com
5701 N Beaman Ave    
Kansas City, MO 64151

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ladybriarpipes
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