If the smoker in your life has recently begun smoking regularly, a starter kit is an excellent present. This typically consists of a traditional-shaped briar and accessories to get them off and smoking right away.
Pipe enthusiasts often have a favorite blend, so why not stock their collection with more of it or introduce something new through this aged tobacco sampler.
1. Stash Box Kit
A stash box is an indispensable component for any smoker, as it serves as the place where they store their weed, pipe and other smoking accessories. A stash box provides protection and security to anyone living in shared households; and travelling smokers will appreciate how easy it is to transport their gear with them while on the move.
Stashbox makes an outstanding stash box set perfect for new smokers or as a present for someone already using cannabis gear, such as yourself. Their set comes complete with everything needed to get going in an attractive wooden box; their kit contains everything from a quick hit 5″ bubbler, hand pipes for taking it easy, as well as two one-hitters: bullet style metal one and slide out wooden.
This stash box kit stands out from its competition by using high-grade materials that remain discrete, such as solid wood construction with fine woodworking joints and reinforced corners, no exterior logos and smooth, quiet hinges that seal shut with no airtight seal. While not airtight, this container does an admirable job at keeping out odors.
For added protection, there’s a latch that can be locked into place – although this won’t protect against serious thievery, it will deter casual prying eyes and provide additional deterrence from casual thieves. Plus, for added assurance there’s even a re-sealable pouch which helps conceal the smell of your buds, keeping them fresher for longer!
Grasscity offers an assortment of stash boxes and jars designed to keep your gear secure and organized, from decorative tobacco tins to wood boxes with programmable compartments – we have something to fit every budget! Additionally, Grasscity offers re-sealable bags to preserve potency as well as locks to safeguard it while on the move.
2. Antique Vintage Pipe Necklace
Bring vintage flair to your wardrobe with this antique pipe thushi necklace. Crafted in sterling silver and featuring intricate beadwork that lends it an exquisite classic aesthetic, its captivating pipe-inspired design will surely grab everyone’s attention when seen!
An old tobacco pipe can make for an excellent collectible piece, but it is essential to understand the basics of identifying expensive antique smoking pipes. The older a pipe is, the greater its value will be; meerschaum and briar pipes tend to fetch the most money; carvings or engravings on its bowl also increase its worth considerably.
Dunhill, Peterson and Ashton are three prestigious brands that are considered highly collectible smoking pipes. Rare materials like bone or ivory may increase its value; so too may distinctive bowl shapes with ducks, wolves or faces as they will all add character to any smoking pipe’s price.
3. Tobacco Jar
Pipe smoking is an introspective pursuit that takes more time and thought to do right, which means gifting for one requires you to truly consider all their unique interests, quirks and likes/dislikes when finding them the perfect present. While it may present its own set of challenges when done right, the results can be truly rewarding!
A tobacco jar is an iconic must-have for pipe smokers that provides essential storage of their precious commodity. Usually large enough for one hand to fit inside, and featuring an airtight lid designed to protect it from drying out, tobacco jars come in various styles from classic figural works to more contemporary designs.
Martin Brothers Pottery of London produced some of the finest tobacco jars between 1873 and 1914, producing many gorgeous birds, vessels decorated with sea creatures, tiles, salt-glazed stoneware and ebonized wood Wally Bird jars – one being sold at Rago Arts, Lambertsville NJ for an astonishing $100,800!
Other tobacco jars are more practical and come in either wood or ceramic with various capacities and built-in humidifiers that release an optimal level of humidity when submerged in water, keeping your tobacco fresh while also helping preserve its flavors and subtleties.
If your pipe smoker friend enjoys cellaring his tobacco, giving a tobacco jar is the perfect way to show your appreciation and show your admiration for his hobby. Aging tobacco brings out its best qualities while heightening flavor in every smoke; whether he keeps his stash in a wooden box or tobacco jar he will surely appreciate all of your hard work in selecting this gift for him!
4. The Tobacconist Handbook: The Essential Guide to Cigars & Pipes
Jorge Armenteros, founder of Tobacconist University, presents readers with an essential journey into the world of luxury tobacco. From field to factory, this book introduces readers to cigar and pipe production techniques as well as important equipment used to better service demanding customers.
No matter your smoking preference or just wanting to learn about this ancient art form, this book will prove an invaluable resource. With quick reading time and multiple years of reference material for use later on.
At a time of restrictive federal tobacco regulations, this book explores the struggle to dismantle them and restore luxury tobacco’s rightful place in our culture. While not covering every regulation in detail, this book introduces readers to growing, nurturing, aging, blending and priceless moments of pleasure tobacco provides. You can find The Tobacconist either through any reputable bookseller or on Amazon; additionally the author’s website can be found here; retail price of hardcover is $20 USD.