After arriving home late last night, I had the same sad moment every pipe smoker, collector, and maker has after leaving the show – it’s another 359 days (or so, I go up early) until I return. The show was a fantastic success as usual. It has become one of the most pleasurable experiences of my life. The sights, beauty, and wonderful fragrances of the show...
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Had an interview with Steve Ross of Pipes & Tobacco Magazine in my workshop a few days ago. I am honored and thrilled to be considered for an article in the famed pipe periodical. My article should be in the Summer issue, out just after the Chicago Pipe Show. I can’t wait to see what he has to write about me, and I know everyone in my family will want a copy!...
Learn MoreI had the good fortune of gracing the pages of the Winter 2013 Pipes & Tobacco magazine recently in the Parting Shots section. I’ve always enjoyed reading this well versed periodical with many an interesting article and wonderful pipe stories. It is quite an honor to have one of my pipes be chosen for its pages! Share this:Like this:Like...
Learn MoreWell, I’m back from the Vegas show. Got in early this morning as the booking agency (or myself, still not certain) mis-booked my return flight. Luckily the Delta agent was able to change my flight, although it cost me more money. At least I’m home! Had a great time, this being my first West Coast show. Got to meet some great people including Steve Liskey,...
Learn MoreI have been getting ready for the pipe show out in Vegas. Got a few new pipes ready for the journey and am looking forward to seeing everyone out there! Until then, happy piping! Share this:Like this:Like...
Learn MoreA friend of mine wrote this and shared it with me, I thought I’d pass it along. Many pipesmokers look only at the price difference between decent factory pipes and handmade artisan pipes. And they wonder, Why bother with artisan pipes? What is it that makes one drilled chunk of wood worth five or ten times as much as another? And who’d be crazy enough to pay...
Learn MoreIt’s been a busy few weeks here at the shop. I have been preparing for the CORPS (Conclave of Richmond Pipe Smokers) Richmond Pipe Show (Oct. 5-7). I will have nine pipes with me. Cannot wait to head out there and see their new venue! I had the pleasure of attending last year and had a blast. Hopefully this year is bigger and better; no doubt it will be fun. Hope...
Learn MoreOkay maybe not quite, but I did receive a fantastic write-up by pipe collector and critic Neill Archer Roan. You can read his post here: Neill’s Blog at APassionForPipes.com. I am honored to be included on his blog among the best of pipe makers. I also had the pleasure of pipe maker John Crosby visiting my shop in Fountain Square last Friday. As always with John,...
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