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At MBSD we sell a lot of high-grade, high-quality pipes from various iconic makes, but the pipes we’re most proud of are our meerschaums. Right from the beginning, we wanted to offer the best smoking meers on the market, and to do this, we had them made with two distinct features. First, we made sure…
It is probably fair to say that Savinelli is Italy’s most famous pipe brand. Founded in Milan in 1876 by Achille Savinelli, the brand has continuously produced high quality pipes for nearly 150 years. Though various Savinelli lines have come and gone over the years, the brand has always been notable for putting out classically…
Orlik was an English pipe manufacturer founded in 1899 by Louis Orlik. While originally the company’s mission was to produce low-cost pipes, the make would ultimately be known for the distinctly high quality of their products. Consequently, Orlik pipes are today a favorite among pipe smokers and collectors, especially those who prefer the hobby’s Great…
Roma are budget-friendly pipes made by Italy’s major pipe factories. One could think of them as an unofficial ‘seconds’ line for various Italian mainstays. Details: Length: 5.5″ / 139.7mm Bowl Width: 0.81 / 20.57mm Bowl Depth: 1.5″ / 38.10mm Weight: 2.1oz / 62g
Founded in 1947 by Carlo Scotti, Castello quickly became known for producing some of the finest smoking pipes in the world. Over the years, the people involved in making Castello pipes has changed – such as Luigi Radice and Sergio Ascorti, who developed their skills in the Cantu workshop before leaving to start Caminetto, or…
Karim Pipes are made by Abdul Karim, an artisan pipe-maker based in Tangerang, Indonesia. A pipe-maker since 2016, Karim is part of an emerging 21st century movement of Indonesian artisan carvers, including Wandi Riyadi, Deden Hendan Durahman of Caxra Pipes, Karim’s mentor, Edy Bima, and Karim’s mentee, Bennie Joe, whose pipes MBSD has also sold. Karim…
Vauen stems from Germany’s oldest tobacco pipe manufacturing company, tracing its roots back to the founding partnership of Karl Ellenberger and Carl August Ziener in Nuremberg, 1848. Out of the Ellenberger-Ziener partnership soon came the Vauen make itself, which grew to become Germany’s largest and most enduring pipe brand – a title that it continues…
Chacom is one of France’s most historic and iconic makes. Its founders, the Comoy family, began their career as boxwood pipe-makers in the early 1800s, before briar had even been discovered, with Henri Comoy (of Comoy’s fame) emigrating to England in 1879 and founding the country’s first briar pipe factory. In 1922, Henri and his…
Vauen stems from Germany’s oldest tobacco pipe manufacturing company, tracing its roots back to the founding partnership of Karl Ellenberger and Carl August Ziener in Nuremberg, 1848. Out of the Ellenberger-Ziener partnership soon came the Vauen make itself, which grew to become Germany’s largest and most enduring pipe brand – a title that it continues…
Karlheinz Joura is a fascinating German pipe-maker, based in the town of Bremen. Along with being a pipe-maker of the same stature as Italy’s Baldo Baldi, or Denmark’s Per Hansen and Ulf Noltensmeier of S. Bang, Joura is a former world-class diver. He’s also perhaps the only master pipe-maker to have successfully crossed the Berlin…
Astleys was one of London’s most historic pipe and tobacco shops. Like many pipe tobacconists, its owners had pipes made specially to be sold under the shop’s name. Astleys pipes, however, were made by some of the premier pipe manufacturers and artisans in the UK, such as Dunhill, Charatan, Les Wood, and Ken Barnes and…
Vauen stems from Germany’s oldest tobacco pipe manufacturing company, tracing its roots back to the founding partnership of Karl Ellenberger and Carl August Ziener in Nuremberg, 1848. Out of the Ellenberger-Ziener partnership soon came the Vauen make itself, which grew to become Germany’s largest and most enduring pipe brand – a title that it continues…
Chacom is one of France’s most historic and iconic makes. Its founders, the Comoy family, began their career as boxwood pipe-makers in the early 1800s, before briar had even been discovered, with Henri Comoy (of Comoy’s fame) emigrating to England in 1879 and founding the country’s first briar pipe factory. In 1922, Henri and his…
Astleys was one of London’s most historic pipe and tobacco shops. Like many pipe tobacconists, its owners had pipes made specially to be sold under the shop’s name. Astleys pipes, however, were made by some of the premier pipe manufacturers and artisans in the UK, such as Dunhill, Charatan, Les Wood, and Ken Barnes and…
Chacom is one of France’s most historic and iconic makes. Its founders, the Comoy family, began their career as boxwood pipe-makers in the early 1800s, before briar had even been discovered, with Henri Comoy (of Comoy’s fame) emigrating to England in 1879 and founding the country’s first briar pipe factory. In 1922, Henri and his…
Vauen stems from Germany’s oldest tobacco pipe manufacturing company, tracing its roots back to the founding partnership of Karl Ellenberger and Carl August Ziener in Nuremberg, 1848. Out of the Ellenberger-Ziener partnership soon came the Vauen make itself, which grew to become Germany’s largest and most enduring pipe brand – a title that it continues…
I’m not entirely sure who makes Roma pipes, but my research appears to point to them being seconds produced by the many pipe factories in Italy. By ‘seconds’ I of course mean pipes that have minor, superficial imperfections that meant the pipe did not meet the exceedingly high visual standards of Italy’s great makers. I…
Peterson’s St. Patrick’s Day series is the Irish marque’s longest-running annual release, a widely anticipated release celebrating the brand’s heritage since its debut in 1998. For 2024, the series comprises a variety of classic shapes, all with stylish mounts of vibrant emerald acrylic. Each of the shapes boast Peterson’s iconic system engineering and are fitted…
Peterson’s St. Patrick’s Day series is the Irish marque’s longest-running annual release, a widely anticipated release celebrating the brand’s heritage since its debut in 1998. For 2024, the series comprises a variety of classic shapes, all with stylish mounts of vibrant emerald acrylic. Each of the shapes boast Peterson’s iconic system engineering and are fitted…
Bjarne Nielsen was one of the towering figures of Danish pipe-making until his passing in 2008. As the founder of Bjarne, Nielsen employed talented pipe-makers from Denmark to produce distinctly Danish pipes and sold them to a devoted international audience. Among those in his employ were figures such as Mogens Johansen (also known as Johs),…
Kaywoodie pipes are as American as apple pie. Starting in 1919 as a pipe brand for KB&B, a pipe shop dating all the way back to 1851, Kaywoodie has since then been a staple of American-made pipes. In the present, many Kaywoodies are collectors’ items, in addition to being fantastic smokers. Speaking of collectors, this…
Originally trained a luthier and then as an architect, Keresaspa is one of the most talented pipe-makers currently working in Iran. Equally inspired by Persian antiquity (including its remarkable architecture) and the 20th century Danish masters (such as Sixten and Lars Ivarsson, Bo Nordh, and Jess Chonowitsch), Keresaspa’s approach fuses the ancient with the ultramodern….
We’ve had the privilege of stocking several Paolo Becker pipes this year. This bent apple is probably my favorite. It’s makes for a great clincher, although it is a little heavy. It also fits great in hand. Details: Length: 6″ Bowl Width: 22.3mm Bowl Depth: 1.7″ Weight: 66g Stem: Acrylic
Simply put, this pipe is stunning. The six sided panel shank leads to an apple bowl. This beautiful Becker pipe is one of many we will be listing in the coming weeks. Details: Length: 5.5″ Bowl Width: 20.3mm Bowl Depth: 1.6″ Weight: 60g
Dark-stained and crisply rusticated on one side and smooth polished with a ruby hue on the other, those are the two faces of Peterson’s Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde series. Here, the iconic “XL02” bent Apple design takes well to the two finishes, offering the best of both textures for a thoroughly unique in hand…
Chris Morgan is an American artisan pipe-maker based in California. Beginning his pipe-making career in 2006, Morgan has managed to carve a distinct niche for himself in the contemporary pipe scene – or, rather, many niches. Morgan creates high-grade pipes both as part of his Signature line and as part of his Workshop line, which…
Vauen stems from Germany’s oldest tobacco pipe manufacturing company, tracing its roots back to the founding partnership of Karl Ellenberger and Carl August Ziener in Nuremberg, 1848. Out of the Ellenberger-Ziener partnership soon came the Vauen make itself, which grew to become Germany’s largest and most enduring pipe brand – a title that it continues…
‘BBB’ originally stood for ‘Blumfeld’s Best Briars’, so named after Louis Blumfeld after he took over the historic Alfred Frankenau Company in 1856. Later, the pipes came to be known as ‘Britain’s Best Briars’. Though the name might have changed, the quality of the pipes did not – they really were fantastic pipes, made in…
Vauen stems from Germany’s oldest tobacco pipe manufacturing company, tracing its roots back to the founding partnership of Karl Ellenberger and Carl August Ziener in Nuremberg, 1848. Out of the Ellenberger-Ziener partnership soon came the Vauen make itself, which grew to become Germany’s largest and most enduring pipe brand – a title that it continues…
Chacom is one of France’s most historic and iconic makes. Its founders, the Comoy family, began their career as boxwood pipe-makers in the early 1800s, before briar had even been discovered, with Henri Comoy (of Comoy’s fame) emigrating to England in 1879 and founding the country’s first briar pipe factory. In 1922, Henri and his…
‘BBB’ originally stood for ‘Blumfeld’s Best Briars’, so named after Louis Blumfeld after he took over the historic Alfred Frankenau Company in 1856. Later, the pipes came to be known as ‘Britain’s Best Briars’. Though the name might have changed, the quality of the pipes did not – they really were fantastic pipes, made in…
It is probably fair to say that Savinelli is Italy’s most famous pipe brand. Founded in Milan in 1876 by Achille Savinelli, the brand has continuously produced high quality pipes for nearly 150 years. Though various Savinelli lines have come and gone over the years, the brand has always been notable for putting out classically…
Vauen stems from Germany’s oldest tobacco pipe manufacturing company, tracing its roots back to the founding partnership of Karl Ellenberger and Carl August Ziener in Nuremberg, 1848. Out of the Ellenberger-Ziener partnership soon came the Vauen make itself, which grew to become Germany’s largest and most enduring pipe brand – a title that it continues…
Gigi pipes occupy an interesting position in the history of Italian pipe-making. The story begins with the founding of Sociedade Rovera, a pipe-making company in Varese, Italy, by the Rovera family. As members of the Rovera family left to start their own ventures, the dynasty associated with the name would be split into several companies;…
Vauen stems from Germany’s oldest tobacco pipe manufacturing company, tracing its roots back to the founding partnership of Karl Ellenberger and Carl August Ziener in Nuremberg, 1848. Out of the Ellenberger-Ziener partnership soon came the Vauen make itself, which grew to become Germany’s largest and most enduring pipe brand – a title that it continues…
Vauen stems from Germany’s oldest tobacco pipe manufacturing company, tracing its roots back to the founding partnership of Karl Ellenberger and Carl August Ziener in Nuremberg, 1848. Out of the Ellenberger-Ziener partnership soon came the Vauen make itself, which grew to become Germany’s largest and most enduring pipe brand – a title that it continues…
Roma are budget-friendly pipes made by Italy’s major pipe factories. One could think of them as an unofficial ‘seconds’ line for various Italian mainstays. I must say, while Roma are affordable pipes, I find this one absolutely delightful. It is a fairly simple, quarter-bent apple – though one bordering very close on being a somewhat…
Astleys was one of London’s most historic pipe and tobacco shops. Like many pipe tobacconists, its owners had pipes made specially to be sold under the shop’s name. Astleys pipes, however, were made by some of the premier pipe manufacturers and artisans in the UK, such as Dunhill, Charatan, Les Wood, and Ken Barnes and…
Chacom is one of France’s most historic and iconic makes. Its founders, the Comoy family, began their career as boxwood pipe-makers in the early 1800s, before briar had even been discovered, with Henri Comoy (of Comoy’s fame) emigrating to England in 1879 and founding the country’s first briar pipe factory. In 1922, Henri and his…
Vauen stems from Germany’s oldest tobacco pipe manufacturing company, tracing its roots back to the founding partnership of Karl Ellenberger and Carl August Ziener in Nuremberg, 1848. Out of the Ellenberger-Ziener partnership soon came the Vauen make itself, which grew to become Germany’s largest and most enduring pipe brand – a title that it continues…
Vauen stems from Germany’s oldest tobacco pipe manufacturing company, tracing its roots back to the founding partnership of Karl Ellenberger and Carl August Ziener in Nuremberg, 1848. Out of the Ellenberger-Ziener partnership soon came the Vauen make itself, which grew to become Germany’s largest and most enduring pipe brand – a title that it continues…
Vauen stems from Germany’s oldest tobacco pipe manufacturing company, tracing its roots back to the founding partnership of Karl Ellenberger and Carl August Ziener in Nuremberg, 1848. Out of the Ellenberger-Ziener partnership soon came the Vauen make itself, which grew to become Germany’s largest and most enduring pipe brand – a title that it continues…
Chacom is one of France’s most historic and iconic makes. Its founders, the Comoy family, began their career as boxwood pipe-makers in the early 1800s, before briar had even been discovered, with Henri Comoy (of Comoy’s fame) emigrating to England in 1879 and founding the country’s first briar pipe factory. In 1922, Henri and his…
Vauen stems from Germany’s oldest tobacco pipe manufacturing company, tracing its roots back to the founding partnership of Karl Ellenberger and Carl August Ziener in Nuremberg, 1848. Out of the Ellenberger-Ziener partnership soon came the Vauen make itself, which grew to become Germany’s largest and most enduring pipe brand – a title that it continues…
Vauen stems from Germany’s oldest tobacco pipe manufacturing company, tracing its roots back to the founding partnership of Karl Ellenberger and Carl August Ziener in Nuremberg, 1848. Out of the Ellenberger-Ziener partnership soon came the Vauen make itself, which grew to become Germany’s largest and most enduring pipe brand – a title that it continues…
Vauen stems from Germany’s oldest tobacco pipe manufacturing company, tracing its roots back to the founding partnership of Karl Ellenberger and Carl August Ziener in Nuremberg, 1848. Out of the Ellenberger-Ziener partnership soon came the Vauen make itself, which grew to become Germany’s largest and most enduring pipe brand – a title that it continues…
Chacom is one of France’s most historic and iconic makes. Its founders, the Comoy family, began their career as boxwood pipe-makers in the early 1800s, before briar had even been discovered, with Henri Comoy (of Comoy’s fame) emigrating to England in 1879 and founding the country’s first briar pipe factory. In 1922, Henri and his…
Originally a science teacher in California, Nathan Armentrout began making pipes in 2009 and has since emerged as one of North America’s most talented, high-grade artisan pipe-makers. Inspired by Denmark’s legendary carvers, Nathan’s designs continue the legacy of the Danish pipe-making movement into the present day and expand that legacy through his own unique interpretations…
Vauen stems from Germany’s oldest tobacco pipe manufacturing company, tracing its roots back to the founding partnership of Karl Ellenberger and Carl August Ziener in Nuremberg, 1848. Out of the Ellenberger-Ziener partnership soon came the Vauen make itself, which grew to become Germany’s largest and most enduring pipe brand – a title that it continues…
Roma are budget-friendly pipes made by Italy’s major pipe factories. One could think of them as an unofficial ‘seconds’ line for various Italian mainstays. Details: Length: 5.6″ Bowl Width: 19.4mm Bowl Depth: 1.5″ Weight: 1.6oz / 48g
Chacom is one of France’s most historic and iconic makes. Its founders, the Comoy family, began their career as boxwood pipe-makers in the early 1800s, before briar had even been discovered, with Henri Comoy (of Comoy’s fame) emigrating to England in 1879 and founding the country’s first briar pipe factory. In 1922, Henri and his…
Originally a science teacher in California, Nathan Armentrout began making pipes in 2009 and has since emerged as one of North America’s most talented, high-grade artisan pipe-makers. Inspired by Denmark’s legendary carvers, Nathan’s designs continue the legacy of the Danish pipe-making movement into the present day and expand that legacy through his own unique interpretations…
Viking was a make originally created by Bjarne Nielsen as a sub-brand of his main-line Bjarne pipes. Nielsen himself was one of the towering figures of Danish pipe-making until his passing in 2008, introducing the world to a generation of talented pipe-makers from his home country. While neither Nielsen nor Bjarne are around anymore, the…
Ryan Alden is an artisan pipe-maker from Texas in the United States. Something of a renaissance man, Alden is not only an extremely talented pipe-maker, but also someone trained in fine arts and other crafts, such as painting, sculpture, ceramics, and leather-working. For us in the pipe world, however, it is his hand made smoking…
Baraccini Pipes stand as a testament to understated triumph in the world of affordable pipes. Over the past decade, tens of thousands of Baraccini pipes have been embraced by aficionados, drawn back repeatedly to these remarkably affordable Italian briars. For those seeking to provide their customers with elegant pipes that deliver exceptional performance at an…
Chacom is one of France’s most historic and iconic makes. Its founders, the Comoy family, began their career as boxwood pipe-makers in the early 1800s, before briar had even been discovered, with Henri Comoy (of Comoy’s fame) emigrating to England in 1879 and founding the country’s first briar pipe factory. In 1922, Henri and his…
Crafted from premium block meerschaum, the MBSD Meerschaum Spigot features intricate double and triple mountings of 925 silver. Impressively sized, these pipes seamlessly blend beauty with functionality. Meticulously hand-carved by a Turkish Meerschaum Master, the MBSD Meerschaum Spigot is designed for connoisseurs who appreciate life’s finer things. Details: Length: 6.4″ Bowl Width: 21.8mm Bowl…
Karim Pipes are made by Abdul Karim, an artisan pipe-maker based in Tangerang, Indonesia. A pipe-maker since 2016, Karim is part of an emerging 21st century movement of Indonesian artisan carvers, including Wandi Riyadi, Deden Hendan Durahman of Caxra Pipes, Karim’s mentor, Edy Bima, and Karim’s mentee, Bennie Joe, whose pipes MBSD has also sold….
James Upshall was, along with Ferndown and Ashton, part of a new wave of British hand-made, high-grade pipes in the late 20th century, with their founders largely coming from previous positions in the factories of companies such as Dunhill and Charatan. James Upshall was founded in 1978 by Barry Jones and Ken Barnes, both of…
Chacom is one of France’s most historic and iconic makes. Its founders, the Comoy family, began their career as boxwood pipe-makers in the early 1800s, before briar had even been discovered, with Henri Comoy (of Comoy’s fame) emigrating to England in 1879 and founding the country’s first briar pipe factory. In 1922, Henri and his…
Karlheinz Joura is a fascinating German pipe-maker, based in the town of Bremen. Along with being a pipe-maker of the same stature as Italy’s Baldo Baldi, or Denmark’s Per Hansen and Ulf Noltensmeier of S. Bang, Joura is a former world-class diver. He’s also perhaps the only master pipe-maker to have successfully crossed the Berlin…
GBD was one of several prominent examples of a French pipe brand that, due to certain circumstances, became a maker associated with classic ‘British’ pipes. Founded in 1850 by the French trio Ganneval, Bondier & Donninger, the brand was bought and moved to London at the beginning of the 20th century, were it continued to…
I’m not entirely sure who makes Roma pipes, but my research appears to point to them being seconds produced by the many pipe factories in Italy. By ‘seconds’ I of course mean pipes that have minor, superficial imperfections that meant the pipe did not meet the exceedingly high visual standards of Italy’s great makers. …
Bjarne Nielsen was one of the towering figures of Danish pipe-making until his passing in 2008. As the founder of Bjarne, Nielsen employed talented pipe-makers from Denmark to produce distinctly Danish pipes and sold them to a devoted international audience. Among those in his employ were figures such as Mogens Johansen (also known as Johs),…
Pipe Tristan is the name used by French artisan Tristan Lefebvre. Lefebvre is part of a new wave of up-and-coming hand made pipe carvers from the birthplace of briar, following in the footsteps of figures such as Alain Albuisson, Paul Lanier, and Pierre Morel Sr and Jr. Lefebvre credits a wide range of influences upon…
Chacom is one of France’s most historic and iconic makes. Its founders, the Comoy family, began their career as boxwood pipe-makers in the early 1800s, before briar had even been discovered, with Henri Comoy (of Comoy’s fame) emigrating to England in 1879 and founding the country’s first briar pipe factory. In 1922, Henri and his…
Great budget friendly clincher! Details: Length: 5.6″ Bowl Width: 19.7mm Bowl Depth: 1.4″ Weight: 1.6oz / 48g
A lot of “Lattice” block meerschaum pipes have the appearance of lattice but aren’t true lattice meers. This old meer is a true “Lattice” meaning the outer part of the bowl has been carved around the inner bowl. Only true Master pipe makers in Turkey have the skill needed to pull of such a feat….
If you’re seeking a top-notch block meerschaum pipe that offers quality without breaking the bank, look no further! The size of a block meerschaum significantly influences its price. In contrast to the past, where the main cost of a meerschaum pipe was in the physical crafting, today, the expense is determined by the raw meerschaum….
Viking was a make originally created by Bjarne Nielsen as a sub-brand of his main-line Bjarne pipes. Nielsen himself was one of the towering figures of Danish pipe-making until his passing in 2008, introducing the world to a generation of talented pipe-makers from his home country. While neither Nielsen nor Bjarne are around anymore, the…
Over the last decade, Sean Reum has emerged as one of North America’s most admired and in-demand pipe-makers, with his fans including, among many others, the one and only G.L. Pease. Having followed Reum’s career for many years, including catching a few glimpses of the artisan in his Montana workshop, I’m happy to say that…
It is probably fair to say that Savinelli is Italy’s most famous pipe brand. Founded in Milan in 1876 by Achille Savinelli, the brand has continuously produced high quality pipes for nearly 150 years. Though various Savinelli lines have come and gone over the years, the brand has always been notable for putting out classically…
Originally founded in 1968 by Svend Bang, a former store manager at Denmark’s legendary W.Ø. Larsen, S. Bang would go on to become a legend in its own right, one that would rival even Larsen in fame and acclaim. While Svend himself was not a pipe-maker, he was able to enlist some of the most…
If you’re seeking a top-notch block meerschaum pipe that offers quality without breaking the bank, look no further! The size of a block meerschaum significantly influences its price. In contrast to the past, where the main cost of a meerschaum pipe was in the physical crafting, today, the expense is determined by the raw meerschaum….
Peterson pipes generally need no introduction, but just in case you’re unfamiliar: in 1876, a Latvian named Charles Peterson immigrated to Ireland and was hired making pipes in a workshop owned by Frederick and George Kapp. After rising through the ranks to become head craftsman, Peterson bought into the Kapp’s business, which was renamed, Kapp…
A resident of Indiana in the United States, Joe Hinkle started his pipe-making journey by teaching himself using hobby kits bought from Tim West. After a chance meeting with renowned artisan Nate King, who recognized Hinkle’s talent, Hinkle was invited to spend time with King at his workshop and receive expert guidance to further his…
Peterson’s St. Patrick’s Day series is the Irish marque’s longest-running annual release, a widely anticipated release celebrating the brand’s heritage since its debut in 1998. For 2024, the series comprises a variety of classic shapes, all with stylish mounts of vibrant emerald acrylic. Each of the shapes boast Peterson’s iconic system engineering and are fitted…
Comoy’s is a historic brand in pipe making, and possibly the most historic brand in the making of briar pipes. Though originally founded in 1825 by a French family from Saint Claude, France, production of Comoy’s pipes was soon moved to London, England, where it established itself as one of the quintessential English pipe companies….
Age (or rather, Åge) Bogelund is a somewhat less known carver from the 20th century Danish pipe-making tradition – though he was no less a master than his contemporaries. Originally, he worked for Viggo Nielsen’s Bari pipe company, being charged with making some of its higher-grade freehands. Later, Bogelund made pipes under his own name,…
This pipe arrived to us from a collection out of Tennessee. When I first spotted it I assumed it was made by Kiko, but upon closer inspection there is no makers mark. The mouthpiece screws into the bamboo shank. Details: Length: 6.5″ Bowl Width: 19.8mm Bowl Depth: 1.6″ Weight: 1.5oz / 44g
Kaywoodie pipes are as American as apple pie. Starting in 1919 as a pipe brand for KB&B, a pipe shop dating all the way back to 1851, Kaywoodie has since then been a staple of American-made pipes. In the present, many Kaywoodies are collectors’ items, in addition to being fantastic smokers. While a rarity to…
Over the last decade, Sean Reum has emerged as one of North America’s most admired and in-demand pipe-makers, with his fans including, among many others, the one and only G.L. Pease. Having followed Reum’s career for many years, including catching a few glimpses of the artisan in his Montana workshop, I’m happy to say that…
If you’re seeking a top-notch block meerschaum pipe that offers quality without breaking the bank, look no further! The size of a block meerschaum significantly influences its price. In contrast to the past, where the main cost of a meerschaum pipe was in the physical crafting, today, the expense is determined by the raw meerschaum….
Founded in 1947 by Carlo Scotti, Castello quickly became known for producing some of the finest smoking pipes in the world. Over the years, the people involved in making Castello pipes has changed – such as Luigi Radice and Sergio Ascorti, who developed their skills in the Cantu workshop before leaving to start Caminetto, or…
Utor pipes were produced in what was, at the time, West Germany, around the mid-20th century, before production stopped in 1970. The make’s namesake comes from a shortening of Uwe Thormann, the German artisan who carved them. While not as well known as other German brands and artisans, such as Vauen or Peter Klein, Utor…
Custom-Bilt pipes were originally created in the early 20th century by Tracy Mincer, an American pipe-maker. Later adopting the slogan, ‘As Individual as a Thumbprint,’ Custom-Bilts were each rusticated by hand, giving them their signature rugged look, and ensuring that no two Custom-Bilts were exactly alike. Today, these pipes are prized by collectors, pipe history…
Custom-Bilt pipes were originally created in the early 20th century by Tracy Mincer, an American pipe-maker. Later adopting the slogan, ‘As Individual as a Thumbprint,’ Custom-Bilts were each rusticated by hand, giving them their signature rugged look, and ensuring that no two Custom-Bilts were exactly alike. Today, these pipes are prized by collectors, pipe history…
James Upshall was, along with Ferndown and Ashton, part of a new wave of British hand-made, high-grade pipes in the late 20th century, with their founders largely coming from previous positions in the factories of companies such as Dunhill and Charatan. James Upshall was founded in 1978 by Barry Jones and Ken Barnes, both of…
Comoy’s is a historic brand in pipe making, and possibly the most historic brand in the making of briar pipes. Though originally founded in 1825 by a French family from Saint Claude, France, production of Comoy’s pipes was soon moved to London, England, where it established itself as one of the quintessential English pipe companies….
Peter Brakner (né Micklson) was one of the godfathers of the Danish pipe-making movement that emerged in the mid-20th century. He began his career at Suhr’s Pibemageri, a pipe workshop whose foreman at the time was Sixten Ivarsson. There he also met Poul Rasmussen, who took over as foreman after Ivarsson departed. Along with Ivarsson…
Details: Length: 5.4″ Bowl Width: 18.4mm Bowl Depth: 1″ Weight: 1.0oz / 29g
If you’re seeking a top-notch block meerschaum pipe that offers quality without breaking the bank, look no further! The size of a block meerschaum significantly influences its price. In contrast to the past, where the main cost of a meerschaum pipe was in the physical crafting, today, the expense is determined by the raw meerschaum….
Our best-selling pipes are the MBSD Meerschaum Deluxe series, known for their exceptional quality. Crafted with the highest quality block meerschaum, they are the best smoking meerschaum pipes on the market. The patented Briar-Mortis technology has effectively addressed the common issue of meerschaum pipe stems becoming loose or misaligned. Functioning like traditional briar pipes, each…
James Upshall was, along with Ferndown and Ashton, part of a new wave of British hand-made, high-grade pipes in the late 20th century, with their founders largely coming from previous positions in the factories of companies such as Dunhill and Charatan. James Upshall was founded in 1978 by Barry Jones and Ken Barnes, both of…
Il Ceppo is an Italian brand that has been producing high-grade pipes since the 1970s. Founded by the architect Giorgio Imperatori in Pesaro, Italy, Il Ceppo is a central figure in what has been called the Pesaro School of pipe design, along with other companies such as Ser Jacopo and Mastro de Paja. This is…
Vauen is one of – if not the – oldest briar pipe manufacturers in Germany. With its origins in Nuremberg in 1848, and after going through a number of name changes, Vauen eventually captured the emerging market for filter pipes after World War I. Today, Vauen is Germany’s largest pipe and pipe filter manufacturer, selling…
Our best-selling pipes are the MBSD Meerschaum Deluxe series, known for their exceptional quality. Crafted with the highest quality block meerschaum, they are the best smoking meerschaum pipes on the market. The patented Briar-Mortis technology has effectively addressed the common issue of meerschaum pipe stems becoming loose or misaligned. Functioning like traditional briar pipes, each…
Founded in 1947 by Carlo Scotti, Castello quickly became known for producing some of the finest smoking pipes in the world. Over the years, the people involved in making Castello pipes has changed – such as Luigi Radice and Sergio Ascorti, who developed their skills in the Cantu workshop before leaving to start Caminetto, or…
While not as well known as other Italian pipe brands, Barontini is one of the oldest in the country. Founded in 1890 in Tuscany by Turildo Barontini, the company initially only produced briar, but in 1925, Turildo’s son Bruno shifted the operation to making pipes from this briar. Later, the company was inherited by Cesare…
Our best-selling pipes are the MBSD Meerschaum Deluxe series, known for their exceptional quality. Crafted with the highest quality block meerschaum, they are the best smoking meerschaum pipes on the market. The patented Briar-Mortis technology has effectively addressed the common issue of meerschaum pipe stems becoming loose or misaligned. Functioning like traditional briar pipes, each…
If you’re seeking a top-notch block meerschaum pipe that offers quality without breaking the bank, look no further! The size of a block meerschaum significantly influences its price. In contrast to the past, where the main cost of a meerschaum pipe was in the physical crafting, today, the expense is determined by the raw meerschaum….
Robert ‘Rad’ Davis is an American pipe-maker from Foley, Alabama. A life-long pipe smoker, Davis was introduced to making pipes by Mark Tinsky, and has since become one of North America’s most respected carvers, with a devoted following. Along the way, Davis has been able to tutor other American pipe-makers who have gone on to…
A nice little nosewarmer with an round shank. This little guy would be right at home in your pocket or backpack. Details: Length: 5.5″ Bowl Width: 17.6mm Bowl Depth: 1.1″ Weight: 1.3oz / 39g
Introducing our MBSD Meerschaum Deluxe Natural, featuring the innovative Briar-Mortis technology and a design inspired by the earth’s meerschaum formations. Retaining much of its natural shape, the remaining portions are expertly crafted into distinctive freehand designs, ensuring each pipe is one of a kind. Every Deluxe Natural is accompanied with a custom-fitted case for added…
Our best-selling pipes are the MBSD Meerschaum Deluxe series, known for their exceptional quality. Crafted with the highest quality block meerschaum, they are the best smoking meerschaum pipes on the market. The patented Briar-Mortis technology has effectively addressed the common issue of meerschaum pipe stems becoming loose or misaligned. Functioning like traditional briar pipes, each…
Our best-selling pipes are the MBSD Meerschaum Deluxe series, known for their exceptional quality. Crafted with the highest quality block meerschaum, they are the best smoking meerschaum pipes on the market. The patented Briar-Mortis technology has effectively addressed the common issue of meerschaum pipe stems becoming loose or misaligned. Functioning like traditional briar pipes, each…
Our best-selling pipes are the MBSD Meerschaum Deluxe series, known for their exceptional quality. Crafted with the highest quality block meerschaum, they are the best smoking meerschaum pipes on the market. The patented Briar-Mortis technology has effectively addressed the common issue of meerschaum pipe stems becoming loose or misaligned. Functioning like traditional briar pipes, each…
Our best-selling pipes are the MBSD Meerschaum Deluxe series, known for their exceptional quality. Crafted with the highest quality block meerschaum, they are the best smoking meerschaum pipes on the market. The patented Briar-Mortis technology has effectively addressed the common issue of meerschaum pipe stems becoming loose or misaligned. Functioning like traditional briar pipes, each…
Crafted from premium block meerschaum, the MBSD Meerschaum Spigot features intricate double and triple mountings of 925 silver. Impressively sized, these pipes seamlessly blend beauty with functionality. Meticulously hand-carved by a Turkish Meerschaum Master, the MBSD Meerschaum Spigot is designed for connoisseurs who appreciate life’s finer things. Details: Length: 5.5″ Bowl Width: 21.2mm Bowl…
If you’re seeking a top-notch block meerschaum pipe that offers quality without breaking the bank, look no further! The size of a block meerschaum significantly influences its price. In contrast to the past, where the main cost of a meerschaum pipe was in the physical crafting, today, the expense is determined by the raw meerschaum….
If you’re seeking a top-notch block meerschaum pipe that offers quality without breaking the bank, look no further! The size of a block meerschaum significantly influences its price. In contrast to the past, where the main cost of a meerschaum pipe was in the physical crafting, today, the expense is determined by the raw meerschaum….
Our best-selling pipes are the MBSD Meerschaum Deluxe series, known for their exceptional quality. Crafted with the highest quality block meerschaum, they are the best smoking pipes on the market. The patented Briar-Mortis technology has effectively addressed the common issue of meerschaum pipe stems becoming loose or misaligned. Functioning like traditional briar pipes, each Deluxe…
Our best-selling pipes are the MBSD Meerschaum Deluxe series, known for their exceptional quality. Crafted with the highest quality block meerschaum, they are the best smoking pipes on the market. The patented Briar-Mortis technology has effectively addressed the common issue of meerschaum pipe stems becoming loose or misaligned. Functioning like traditional briar pipes, each Deluxe…
Though Steve is no longer among us, his enduring legacy persists through the pipes he crafted during his illustrious career. Steve once remarked that a day spent working with Mike Butera taught him more than a year of dedicated practice in pipe making. Notably, he received accolades for Best Pipe Maker in both 1991 and…
Custom-Bilt (later, as in this case, Custombilt) pipes were originally created in the early 20th century by Tracy Mincer, an American pipe-maker. Later adopting the slogan, ‘As Individual as a Thumbprint,’ Custom-Bilts were each rusticated by hand, giving them their signature rugged look, and ensuring that no two Custom-Bilts were exactly alike. Today, Custom-Bilt pipes…
Barling was a historic English pipe-making company. It was originally founded by Benjamin Barling in 1812, before the invention of briar pipes, as a company that made meerschaum pipes with exquisite silverwork. Later, the Barling family would begin to produce high quality briar pipes, which today the brand is most famous for. This pipe, made…
Details: Length: 6″ Bowl Width: 24.0mm Bowl Depth: 2″ Weight: 2.5oz / 71g Stem: Vulcanite
For those not in the know, the Grand Slam was a line of pipes by Comoy with a special stinger system intended to cool and dry the smoke from the pipe before it entered the smoker’s mouth. It is often the case that, over time, parts of this system will become lost as the pipe…
I’ll be honest, I find this pipe from Denmark’s legendary WO Larsen workshop to be a little strange. It has the grain quality of one of their top of the line Straight Grain pipes, as well as what looks like a grade stamp – ‘2’ – which was used on the WO Larsen Straight Grains….
Tim Fuller was an American artisan pipe-maker based in Idaho, and an occasional contributor to The Pipe Collector, the newsletter of the North American Society of Pipe Collectors. Fuller, who produced pipes under the name TC Fuller, was a self-taught artisan who came to pipe-making from previous careers in boat building and construction. Owing to his…
Details: Length: 5.5″ Bowl Width: 19.1mm Bowl Depth: 1.75″ Weight: 1.9oz / 54g Stem: Vulcanite
Royal Danish is best known for being a sub brand of Stanwells. They share many of the same shape chart. Details: Length: 5.6″ Bowl Width: 22.1mm Bowl Depth: 1.6″ Weight: 2oz / 58g
Filtered meers are some of our best selling pipes. If you’re looking for a cheaper alternative to our MBSD Meerschaum meers, this estate meer is a good option. A 9mm Savinelli charcoal filter is a little too big for this pipe. We suggest using Savinelli 9mm Balsa filters, as they will fit better. Details:…
Details: Length: 6.5″ Bowl Width: 21.0mm Bowl Depth: 1.75″ Weight: 52g
With every batch of MBSD Meerschaum meers we receive, we will keep a few for the purposes of quality control. This large apple was one of them. As you can see in the photos, the color is coming along beautifully. You’d think based on the color that it’s been smoked a lot, but the opposite…
This is a really cool Sasieni, from the Family Era. It came to us from a pipe shop that closed in the early 80s, and has remained unsmoked. Details: Length: 5.4″ Bowl Width: 15.8mm Bowl Depth: 1″ Weight: 15g Stem: Vulcanite
Peterson’s 2023 Halloween series sees a number of the Irish marque’s most iconic shapes in the Jekyll & Hyde line’s distinctive dual finish. Said finish bifurcates the stummel, with one half displaying a ruby-hued smooth finish, and the other offering a crisp, jet-black rustication. Differentiating themselves from the regular-production Jekyll & Hyde series, these 2023…
As I mentioned in an earlier GBD listing, this unsmoked Apple is among the last of the 60ish GBD pipes we bought from the shop that closed in the 80s. It’s been a privilege to sell these pipes, and get them into the hands of fellow GBD collectors. Details: Length: 5.7″ Bowl Width: 20.1mm…
This is one of the coolest shapes within the GBD shape chart! It comes with it’s original box and sleeve, and has remained unsmoked. This pipe came from the Charlotte pipe shop that closed in the early 80s. Unfortunately, were down to the last few unsmoked GBDs. Details: Length: 4.7″ Bowl Width: 19.2mm Bowl…
Peterson’s Christmas pipe has been an annual release since 2009, comprising a wide array of the Irish brand’s classic shapes, all united by a singular finish and handsome accents. For 2023, the line is defined by a crisp sandblast that calls back to vintage pipes from the early 20th century, stained a deep ruby hue…
Bennie Joe Pipes has developed a close friendship with MBSD Pipes, and we’ve had the privilege of witnessing his remarkable journey as a pipe maker. From our front-row perspective, we’ve observed his growth and the formidable challenges he has faced while pursuing his dream of crafting pipes. Whether it’s navigating the complexities and expenses of…
Details: Length: 5.7″ Bowl Width: 20.1mm Bowl Depth: 2.1″ Weight: 49g Stem: Acrylic
This is one of the more beautiful MBSD Meerschaum pipes we currently have in stock. The triple mounted 925 silver gives the pipe a sleek and ornate look. It’s carved of the highest grade block meerschaum available, and sure to be a great smoker. The stem is made of tiger acrylic, adding to the overall…
The 86B is a large apple in the Kaywoodie shape chart. The stinger has 4 holes, indicating it is from the 1950s-60s catalogs. Details: Length: 5.5″ Bowl Width: 19.1mm Bowl Depth: 1.5″ Weight: 40g Stem: Vulcanite
This is another pipe from the pipe shop that closed in the early 80s. The Litewate was a sub-brand of Sasieni and small in stature. Details: Length: 5.4″ Bowl Width: 17.0mm Bowl Depth: 1.1″ Weight: 19g Stem: Vulcanite
A festive presentation fit for the season, the 2023 edition of the Saint Nicholas series elevates a range of Savinelli’s most popular shapes with a dark burgundy stain, concise rustication, and a mouthpiece of deep blue acrylic. A complex accent of nickel and white acrylic completes the aesthetic, echoing the look of snow and tinsel….
Details: Length: 5.1″ Bowl Width: 18.1mm Bowl Depth: 1.25″ Weight: 36g
Details: Length: 5″ Bowl Width: 19.3mm Bowl Depth: 1.3″ Weight: 23g
Stanwell is one of Denmark’s most celebrated and enduring pipe companies, having been founded by Poul Nielsen shortly after the second world war. Over the last six decades, Stanwell has established itself as both a leader in innovative Danish design and for producing well-priced pipes with precision construction and engineering. Many of its designs were…
The Donegal Rocky series is the line most associated with Peterson’s signature rustication. With a finish that’s as craggy as ever and a bright nickel band to contrast, this XL02 Bent Apple is sure to satisfy customers’ desire for rugged texture and bold refinement alike. Details: Length: 152.23mm Weight: 62.90g Bowl Height: 45.06mm Chamber Depth: 33.08mm Chamber Diameter: 20.41mm Outside…
Celebrating the iconic Celtic harp, or cláirseach in Irish, Peterson’s Irish Harp series dresses pipes in a reserved, rustic aesthetic that’s marked by a walnut stain, a matching acrylic mouthpiece, and a gleaming accent of silver. Offered in either a smooth or sandblasted finish, these pipes showcase Peterson’s superlative silverwork, timeless classicism, and individualized style, as evidenced…
Wearing Peterson’s signature emerald finish, their ever-popular “03” bent Apple is presented here in the Green Spigot series, replete with bright accents of sterling silver. Details: Length: 134.86mm Weight: 53.80g Bowl Height: 41.26mm Chamber Depth: 29.48mm Chamber Diameter: 19.50mm Outside Diameter: 40.57mm Stem Material: Acrylic Filter: None Shape: Bent Apple Finish: Smooth Material: Briar Country: Ireland “At MBSD Pipes, we are delighted to offer an extensive range…
Details: Length: 5.6″ Bowl Width: 20.1mm Bowl Depth: 1.5″ Weight: 46g
Details: Length: 5.6″ Bowl Width: 19.9mm Bowl Depth: 1.5″ Weight: 42g
We don’t know much about the maker, but the nice shape and quality of pipe made it a good candidate to make the site. Details: Length: 5.5″ Bowl Width: 20.9mm Bowl Depth: 1.5″ Weight: 46g
White Star is a lesser known brand owned by Georg Jensen. Like Georg Jensen, White Star has an interesting shape chart. One of their popular shapes at the time was this slightly bent apple. Details: Length: 5″ Bowl Width: 19.4mm Bowl Depth: 1.5″ Weight: 40g
This Comoy’s exemplifies why we love our job. We love nothing more than getting in pipes that take some digging to uncover their history. The bar logo on the mouthpiece indicates this pipe was manufactured between 1933 and 1945. The *1 on the bottom side of the shank refers to the washer that would have…
Details: Length: 5.25″ Bowl Width: 19.2mm Bowl Depth: 1.5″ Weight: 46g
Details: Length: 5.75″ Bowl Width: 20.1mm Bowl Depth: 1.5″ Weight: 49g
Recently, we were fortunate to have received a collection of exquisite Astley pipes crafted by the renowned Les Wood. While assisting the Bentley family with the sale of the Astley pipes, which they owned until the unfortunate closure of the shop, we had the opportunity to engage in a conversation with Les regarding his time…
Details: Length: 5.4″ Bowl Width: 19.1mm Bowl Depth: 1.2″ Weight: 32g
Details: Length: 6″ Bowl Width: 19.3mm Bowl Depth: 1.4″ Weight: 34g
Your feedback has resonated with us, and we are excited to unveil the result of our collaboration with Bay Pipes’ Emre Mangaltepe: the 9mm meerschaum pipe you’ve been waiting for. Our primary goals for these pipes were threefold: to revolutionize the fittings found in modern meerschaum pipes, to offer larger bowls, and to integrate a…
Straight Apple Beautiful Sandblast P on Stem Details: Length: 5″ Bowl Width: 18.6mm Bowl Depth: 1.25″ Weight: 34g
Hand Made Italian Pipe Beautifu Grain Please Note the Two Dings in the photos Details: Length: 5.9″ Bowl Width: 20.5mm Bowl Depth: 1.5″ Weight: 46g
Small & Compact Fitted Case Push / Pull Delrin Tenon Turkish Block Meerschaum Details: Length: 5″ Bowl Width: 18.3mm Bowl Depth: 1.1″ Weight: 20g
Vintage Pipe Unique Shape with Straight Stem Carving that round the bowl Details: Length: 4.7″ Bowl Width: 19mm Bowl Depth: 1.1″ Weight: 49g
Small and Compact Fitted Case Turkish Block Meerschaum Details: Length: 5.4″ Bowl Width: 18.4mm Bowl Depth: 1.1″ Weight: 20g
Turkish Block Meerschaum Small and Compact Fitted Case Details: Length: 5″ Bowl Width: 17.7mm Bowl Depth: 1.1″ Weight: 22g
Good Quality Turkish Block Meerschaim Case Push / Pull Delrin tenon Details: Length: 5.9″ Bowl Width: 20.3mm Bowl Depth: 1.5″ Weight: 37g
I say it a lot when dealing with Weber pipes, but I am always impressed with the build quality. This Meerschaum lined Weber is in good condition and ready to be enjoyed. Details: Length: 5.9″ Bowl Width: 18.9mm Bowl Depth: 1.25″ Weight: 35g
Pre-transition English made GBD Owned by a pipe shop that closed in the 80s Unsmoked with original box and sleeve Produced prior to 1980 Details: Length: 5.4″ Bowl Width: 20.2mm
Details: Length: 6.3″ Bowl Width: 19.6 Bowl Depth: 1.75″ Weight: 68g
Among the remarkable assortment of pipes in our inventory, these Medico meerschaum pipes hold a special place as some of our personal favorites. As an avid collector of older unsmoked pipes, I am particularly drawn to those that come in their original boxes and packaging, as they offer a captivating glimpse into the past. This…
Details: Length: 5.8″ Bowl Width: 20.4mm
Presenting an exquisite example of timeless elegance, the GBD Apple pipe showcases the quintessential shape that embodies the classic standards of the shape chart. With its sleek and streamlined form, this pipe is a true testament to GBD’s craftsmanship. The Apple shape is beautifully executed in this piece, with a rounded bowl that stands taller,…
Bowl Depth: 1.5″ Weight: 1.2oz GBD New Era 9448 Straight Apple Briar Tobacco Pipe, Unsmoked, Box.
GBD Prehistoric 9487 Bent Apple Briar Tobacco Pipe, Unsmoked, Box.
GBD Prehistoric 529 Bent Billiard Briar Tobacco Pipe, Unsmoked, Box.
As passionate pipe sellers, we take great pleasure in researching various brands and delving into the fascinating world of pipes. In our inventory, we recently acquired a collection of pipes named Michel that had been left over from a pipe shop that closed its doors in the 1980s. Intrigued by its origins, we embarked on…
Dark-stained and crisply rusticated on one side and smooth polished with a ruby hue on the other, those are the two faces of Peterson’s Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde series. Here, the iconic “03” bent Apple design takes well to the two finishes, offering the best of both textures for a thoroughly unique in hand…
Details: Length: 5.4″ Bowl Width: 19.1mm Bowl Depth: 1.5″ Weight: 1.2oz
Presenting a unique Peterson pipe that holds a special place in the brand’s history. This particular model is no longer in production, as it deviates from the current fishtail mouthpiece design. We believe it was originally acquired around the year 2000, adding to its vintage appeal and collectible status. This distinguished pipe belongs to the…
Sometimes, amidst the hustle and bustle of our work, we come across exceptional pipes that captivate us. This 1960 Dunhill, in particular, was one such pipe that held our fascination for a while, gracing our workbench before we decided to list it. After undergoing a meticulous restoration process, this vintage Dunhill pipe has been brought…
As a collector of GBD pipes, i can say this is a nice GBD, from the good ole days. The shank is stout and fits well in the hand. If you don’t have a GBD in your rotation, this would be a great addition. Length: 5.7″ Bowl Width: 20.5mm Bowl Depth: 1.5″ Weight: 1.8oz
