Christmas Mortification
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That is not only a good looking pipe but interesting in the woods source.
I look forward to hearing how it smokes jc.
I look forward to hearing how it smokes jc.
As far as I know, Russ is the only maker to use "Lake Michigan Morta".
I have one of his briar pipes and it's very well made and priced VERY reasonably for an artisan pipe. This guy is going to become more well known soon, and his prices are going to go UP. Now's is the time to buy.
I have one of his briar pipes and it's very well made and priced VERY reasonably for an artisan pipe. This guy is going to become more well known soon, and his prices are going to go UP. Now's is the time to buy.
Nice pipe jcsnaps, im on milw side of the lake , does he have a web site ? to buy pipes ? i shur would like to get one of them!!!
Just look online for Russ Cook Pipes. He has a few for sale, but as the story is told the wife says look at his gallery, call him and tell him what you want and he'll try to make it for you. She also hinted it was quite a good price. I've looked at his pipe prices before and most were less than $300. I can't wait to smoke this baby.
One of the reasons why I'm such a big fan of artisan pipes is the fact that you can meet, chat and sometimes drink with the carver; hear about their processes - hear them describe how they do what they do. Russ attends several pipe shows and is one of the nicest guys you'll ever meet. He has a "day job" and carves pipes in his spare time. He clearly does it because he loves it.
Yes, an artisan pipe costs more than one cut in a factory but when you meet a guy like Russ who puts so much of himself in his creations, it's an entirely justifiable price.
Yes, an artisan pipe costs more than one cut in a factory but when you meet a guy like Russ who puts so much of himself in his creations, it's an entirely justifiable price.
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