IMP Meerschaum are back!

[thesillyoldbear]

Well, kind of. We got a great deal on their new old stock and we're passing that on to you at 50% of MSRP, but only while supplies last.

 

[northernneil]

I just took advantage of this offer on the IMP Meerschaum's and was hoping to get a little more information on what has happened with the brand. As far as I can tell, IMP has shut down and the master carver has moved on to start WGM Meerschaum. Is this correct? Can anyone else offer any additional information?

 

[bigpond]

How's the pipe? The price is nice. Have wondered about the draw and the comfort of the bit.
Sorry, no help re:brand

 

[northernneil]

I just ordered the pipe yesterday, so it'll be a few weeks before I see it. But I will be sure to report back once I have had the chance to break her in.

 

[shikano53]

Here is a pic of my new IMP Meerschaum.

It's a Carved Freehand kinda modified Pickaxe.

I've smoked 2 bowls and I can see it become a favorite.

Chris in Red Deer, Alberta

 

[Chasing Embers]

Yes, their head carver has moved on to WGM. His work can be found at Altinok. Some of the pieces even still bear the IMP logo.
http://altinokmeerschaumpipes.com/wgm.asp

 

[peckinpahhombre]

I have to tell you, I am not a meer guy, but I am really tempted to pick one up.

 

[peckinpahhombre]

When I look at the pics, they look like they have p-lips? anyone know?

 

[Chasing Embers]

The ones on SPC Peck?

 

[peckinpahhombre]

yes, these:
http://www.smokingpipes.com/pipes/new/imp/index.cfm

 

[Chasing Embers]

Nope, no p-lips.

 

[Chasing Embers]

Can see why you would think they are, but this is the one that I got awhile back, and no p-lip.
http://www.smokingpipes.com/pipes/new/imp/moreinfo.cfm?product_id=172745

 

[peckinpahhombre]

Good, I am not a big fan of p-lips.

 

[Chasing Embers]

Me either. They just don't feel as natural.

 

[cigrmaster]

chasing, how comfortable is the stem? Can you clench the pipe with ease. Also does a pipe cleaner slide through easily on your pipe? I really like the looks of yours. I have to meers and cannot smoke either one because the stems are so bad. One is a SMS, the other is a CAO.

 

[Chasing Embers]

Clenches very well, but have to bend a cleaner to get it through. Very good smoker though.

 

[northernneil]

Shikano53, that is a great looking pipe. Those lattice designs can color in beautifully. I have seen some stunning examples (in pictures).
I am very excited to get my new purchase

 

[Chasing Embers]

Like the diamond shank on that one!