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Although briars
and meerschaums are more popular, other mediums for pipes
are available and attractive additions to any collection. These pipes may not
be for everyday smoking but are fun for an occasional diversion and definitely
provide hours of entertaining conversation.
The most popular
and better alternative mediums for pipes are clay,
ceramic, corn cob, calabash, and cherry wood.
These fine pipes are fun and provide a sense of history to the serious
pipe enthusiast.
Clays: These pipes
come in several styles and shapes including wood
grains, faces, royal seals, and cameos. Popular with historical reinactors
and collectors, these pipes are still being pressed from original 17th century
molds! $12.95
Ceramics: We have a nice
selection of Christmas ceramics that are dated
from 1981 through 1987. A lovely addition to any collection, these pipes originally
retailed for $70 but due to closeout pricing, these pipes are only $30!
Corn Cobs: This
American tradition is only available from Missouri Meerschaum
located in Washington Missouri! Definitely the best pipe Uncle Bob will ever
again loose in the river, these pipes run between $4-$6!
Calabashes: Made
from gourds that are hand shaped over the growing season,
these pipes are no longer being grown. Usually topped with a ceramic or meerschaum
bowl, these pipes smoke great for the money! We only have, at this time, two
calabashes in stock. Both feature block meerschaum bowls and suede leather wrapped
gourds and retail for $150, and $200!!
Uncle Bob
owns and loves clays and ceramics. These pipes he smokes from
time to time and is often found on cold wintry days late at night in front
of his hearth enjoying a long clay tavern pipe!
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