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Updated on November 27th 2024 Meerschaum smoking pipes are something few people ever give even a passing thought to yet they’re something virtually everyone is familiar with. Most notably by

Updated on September 23rd, 2023 The Paykoc Pipes team spends a lot of time discussing various types of smoking pipes and for two very good reasons: the we love tobacco pipes and we sell a

Many pipe enthusiasts, especially those relatively new to the pastime, are under the impression that the main factor - or indeed the only factor - shaping the smoking experience is the tobacco. Thi

Many pipe smokers, when first introduced to this most cultivated of activities, discover that they’ll need to “find” the experience; at least as it relates to them. And for many this process of dis

Updated on September 23rd, 2023 Pipe smoking is a proud tradition that dates back centuries. Though it’s a simple pleasure, that hasn’t stopped several myths and misconceptions from growing u

The turn of the new year marks a traditional time of reflection and renewal. People resolve to make positive changes in their behavior or to finish projects that have been lingering on the back bur

High-end personalized briar pipes come in many shapes and forms. In this article, Paykoc Pipes' tobacco pipe sellers explore everything you need to know about briar pipes. Read on for an ove

Cake is carbon that accumulates on the inside of the pipe bowl. Each time tobacco is burned some of this carbon residue is left behind and attaches itself to the walls of the bowl. Over time it acc

How do you define the perfect Christmas gift? Experience says the gifts that are appreciated the most are usually the ones that reflect a knowledge of the person who is receiving the gift, rather t

Like all cherished belongings, pipes need some TLC to look their finest and give you the best possible smoking experience with every puff. Meerschaum pipes —whose elegant appearance and intricat

What matters most to you when buying a pipe? Is it the material? The design? The price? Maybe you collect a variety of pipes from around the world. Or maybe you’re just looking for the cheapest opt

Pipe smoking is a highly individual experience. Do you prefer an Oriental over a Virginia tobacco? Would you rather pair an evening smoke with a double scotch on the rocks or a steaming hot cup of