Wide full/thick stems?

[tinbird]

Hi guys, the pipe thing is basically a new endeavour for me as I have little knowledge of this past time.

I'm getting into pipes after having been a cigarette smoker and getting off of them and a maturing of my pursuits

I quite like the appeal of Churchwardens, and cob pipes as well. For a more classic (to me anyway) look, I have noted different Author style pipes and what really is catching my eye are the ones with thick stems and what appears to be wide mouthpieces.

I'm wondering is there a specific name for this type of stem or is it just a type that manufacturers use as needed to flow with the lines of a particular design? I'm asking as if there is a specific mouthpiece name, it would make it easier for me to search obviously.

Also, is there a website that actually specializes in supplying the various styles of stems (with their dimensions) where a fellow could order from?

I live in British Columbia Canada and find up here, pales horribly with what's available in the U.S. and elsewhere.

Thanks for any suggestions and/or help folks!!!
Tb

 

[georged]

Say hi to your Alberta neighbor.
He'll fix you right up:
http://bstpipes.com/

 

[pagan]

Fish tail or double comfort bit may be what your refering to, hears a guide for stem shapes
https://rebornpipes.com/2012/11/09/what-about-stembit-shapes/
Good guide for pipe shapes
http://thepipeguys.com/smoking-pipe-shapes-guide/

 

[tinbird]

Thank you for taking the time to respond guys, I appreciate the info that you both have provided
Tb

 

[charliecob]

I'm not sure where I stumbled upon this link, but here is another decent page explaining many pipe and stem shapes: tobaccopipes.com.

 

[davet]

Rossi: Salerno (8320)

Something like this ?

 

[tinbird]

Hi Davet, yes similar but I'm thinking egg shape with more bend (if that's possible)
Tb

 

[duffer]

Check out briarblues.com. Mike is a great guy and right in Langley BC. He has a lot of pipes and even more knowledge. Give him a shout.

 

[snoopy311]

That’s what she said.