tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17653383.post3908804734702501167..comments2024-03-09T04:53:54.412-05:00Comments on The Talbert Pipe Blog: A Visual History of Pipes in Movies, pt 2TreverThttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02652943318376670283noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17653383.post-34118475660992064852012-03-16T20:22:34.967-04:002012-03-16T20:22:34.967-04:00Generally they consisted of a clay or porcelain bo...Generally they consisted of a clay or porcelain bowl that fitted into a wooden base with a drain plug and a long, ornate stem. They're known for being elaborately decorated with carvings, painting, and decals (in more modern times). The idea is that the condensation from smoking gathers in the lowest part of the pipe, under the bowl, and can be drained when the bottom plug is removed. They're neat things, but unwieldy, which doubtless limits their popularity.TreverThttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02652943318376670283noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17653383.post-88254787200284390472012-03-16T10:55:07.661-04:002012-03-16T10:55:07.661-04:00By the way, I tried to find info about Tyrolean pi...By the way, I tried to find info about Tyrolean pipes (what it tastes like, how to use, where to buy, etc) and I was unable to find any. I know they look "weird", but is it a reason?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com