Pear Wood Hand Carved Tobacco Smoking Pipe Expression + Pouch
Ratings: 4.0/5 rating (11 reviews)
Stock: 2 new ($20.00)
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I bought this pipe for $35 off of Amazon just to have as an extra pipe for any inquisitive friends who may want to give pipe smoking a spin. Amazon calls it the "Expression". It looks better than I expected so I fired it up and it is currently my favorite pipe. All of my tin baccy burns well with few relights if any, but my local blends and aromatics still need a few relights, as they normally do. It is a three piece set with a removable filter extension. The pipe looks very nice with or without the extension. It uses standard 9mm filters and both the extension and bit have a nice, snug fit. It does have a makers mark on the side, but I'll be damned if I can figure out who the exact maker is. Mine is slightly different from the image on Amazon, as should be expected, but it is very similar in shape and color. The main thing I do not like about it is that the brass ring on the filter extension is not attached. The ring for the stem, however, is permanently attached either by a very tight fit or by glue which I see no evidence of.
The shape is a little awkward to hold, but with the ridges, it is still very comfortable in the hand. This particular pipe breaths well and has good airflow with a deep spittle reservoir and an elevated draft hole and an above average bowl depth (1.6" by my measurement). Overall, with a cost to quality balance, and keeping in mind that it is pear wood which tends to warm a bit faster, I give this pipe a big thumbs up. Also, it comes in a very nice over-sized, soft, black, faux leather pouch with two drawstring, each with a dark wooden bead. If you are looking for a low to mid-range pipe, but not a piece of junk, this pipe is definitely a conversation piece with daily use in mind.
This is the only item I have purchased from the "Ukranian Souvenirs" store on Amazon, but their shipping was free and I received it in a few days. Here's a link to the pipe's Amazon page.
I searched for this pipe on google and found this international site which lists it for $10 less but I'd wager the shipping won't be cheap. It also lists the measurements for the pipe which is worth while if you need to know an approximate size.
I hope this helps you and doesn't spark any PAD fits.
tldr; Very nice pipe for the cost. Worth the $35.
EDIT: The Amazon reviews are mixed, but most complain about stems breaking. Read the reviews and decide for yourself. I personally, have taken this pipe apart after each bowl and cleaned it with no problems... yet.