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Meerschaum is a rare, sturdy material mined from the shores and sea-beds of Turkey.  Meerschaum is a word of German origin meaning "sea foam."  Meerschaum's natural pores filter tobacco tar and allow for a clean, smooth smoke every time.  Don't smoke too much though.  While Meerschaum is a sturdy substance, over-smoking it can cause irreparable damage.  It is best to purchase several pipes to allow them a suitable resting period between smoking.

Each meerschaum piece is hand-carved and comes from Turkey.  Carvers have the difficult job of not only artistically reshaping the material, but also purchasing large blocks of meerschaum.  Meerschaum stone is a rare commodity and its premier form, block , is exclusive to Turkey.  Other meerschaum exists, but the quality is far less.  You can ensure you are buying a quality meerschaum pipe if it is block guaranteed, comes with a custom case, and a lifetime warranty.  We offer all three.  We also buy directly from the source and hand select every piece eliminating additional middle-man expenses.

Basic Care Instructions
I.     Do not drop or tap the pipe on hard surfaces.
II.    Do not use pipe sweetener.
III.   Do not allow a cake to build inside the bowl.
IV.   To clean, always twist off stem clockwise and pull outward.  NEVER twist counter-clockwise.
V.    Avoid water.  Meerschaum becomes malleable with water.
VI.   Only smoke your meerschaum pipe once or twice a day.
VII.  When lighting your pipe, keep the flame over your tobacco.  Do not burn the rim of your pipe.
VIII. Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe out the bowl.
IX.   Store your meerschaum in its case or on a pipe rack.  Keep it in a cool, dry place.