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BUON GIORNO!!! Monjure International is the US distributor of fine hand-made Italian, German, Portuguese, and Danish pipes. We also carry a selection of premium tobaccos from R. L. Will, James Fox, Brebbia, and Robert Lewis as well as Brebbia accessories. Thanks for visiting and please be sure to browse through the pipe and tobacco listings and contact us if you have any comments or questions.
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A PIPE SELECTION BEYOND COMPARE! We at Monjure International are privileged to import into the United States some of the finest hand crafted briar pipes to come out of Italy, Germany, and Denmark. Featured in this fantastic array are the immaculate works of Ardor Pipes (Italy), Kai & Viggo Nielsen Pipes (Denmark), Karsten Tarp Pipes (Denmark), Rinaldo Pipes (Italy), Reiner Pipes (Germany), Joao Reis Pipes (Portugal), and Brebbia pipes (Italy).
THE JOYS OF LUXURY TOBACCOS! Not only do we feature a superb assortment of pipes, but we also feature a prodigious selection of premium tobaccos from around the world. Whether it is the exclusive tinned blends of Germany's R.L. Will (Reiner & Solani), England's Robert Lewis & J.J. Fox, or Italy's Brebbia, rest assured that quality is of paramount important to us. We have something for everyone's taste as well. The Fox and Lewis line of tobacco's are world-renowned English blends. The Reiner and Solani series of tobacco's feature several of the finest Virginia blends on the market today. That is not to leave out the palatable gourmet aromatics of both Solani and Brebbia!
NEWS:
SALE! All Massimiliano Usai Tampers are available at a special price for a limited time only! (Carved Cobra pictured above. One of three Cobra designs in stock) - (04/23/09) Italian tamper sculptor Massimiliano Usai is a fastidious designer of high artistic merit and one which has only lately graced the American pipe and tobacco scene. He uses ram and black water buffalo horn with polished Damascus steel and fashions them into brilliant works of art. All pieces he creates are inspirations from the Animal Kingdom. Whether he is carving a fish, horse or Buffalo, he is never out of his capacity to fashion a realistic depiction from Nature that aficionados of fine art and tamper craftsmanship can appreciate. So, as a very special, limited time, introductory promotion, we are offering $55 off the retail price of all Massimiliano Usai tampers in stock! Take advantage of this special opportunity to add to your vaunted collection a special piece of craftsmanship that you will be proud to own! FEATURED! Summer 2009 P&T Magazine Damiano Rovera Ad Sneek Peek: (04/23/09) Wow! How Damiano Rovera has grown!!! The young apprentice for Ardor is emerging as one of the finest carvers in Italy. We have been thunderstruck by the brilliant designs that we have seen from Dorlelio's gifted son of late and this is no streak of good luck that he has been on either. It is a striking example of Damiano's continual and consistent evolution as a pipe carver of the highest caliber. By clicking here or on the thumbnail to the upper-left, you can see live and in living color the pipe carving genius Damiano has wrought of late. As you will note in the images, the perfect symbiosis of function and style is in full display. Any of these pieces will definitely provide the discerning pipe smoker brilliant shapes, craftsmanship, and the superb briar that will have them floating on a cloud-nine of smoke for many, many hours. When it comes to Italian mastery, Damiano Rovera and Ardor are extremely difficult to beat. FEATURE! Your investment is protected: (04/03/09) We here at Monjure International are proud of the vaunted pipe lines that we carry. We think that they are some of the finest smoking pipes available on the market today. That is why we guarantee all pipes that we sell. (Read the Warranty Terms and Conditions here). Any pipe that we deem defective we will repair or replace within one (1) year of the purchase date. Mouthpieces are not normally subject to warranty replacement unless they are found to have a manufacturer defect. But please note, this warranty does not cover any pipes which were purchased outside of the United States (our distribution area). If you purchase a particular brand of pipe we carry outside the US, you will need to negotiate repair or replacement with the establishment that you purchased the pipe from. UPDATE! NEW Joao Reis Pipes: (03/04/09) So you say you've seen all there is to see in pipe carving, eh? That is only because you haven't seen the latest pipes from famed Portuguese pipe carver Joao Reis. In the most recent shipment we have received from Mr. Reis, we were graced with both classical and freehand designs which literally boggle the mind. While his classical shapes are precision smoking instruments which will certainly bring joy to any tobacco enhusiast, his freehand artistry is an ardent topic of discussion among connoisseurs worldwide. When you visit the Joao Reis Pipe Image Page you will see what we are talking about. His freehand designs represent a mind-shattering array of the familiar and the unique. In this set we have Joao's brilliant interpretation of Bo Nordh's classic Elephant's Foot design. He makes excursions into the most intricate Danish and German designs appear second nature. Then, when you thought you have seen all there is to see, he takes you to another level with designs that can be best described as those which are truly Joao Reis pipes (i.e. the Beaver Tail). So, what are you waiting for!?!?!? Check them out!!! UPDATE! NEW Karsten Tarp Danish Handmade Pipes: (03/01/09) Well, we did it again! Add to our impressive array of functional and trendsetting pipes from around the world the esteemed Danish pipe-carving talent Karsten Tarp. Mr. Tarp learned the craft from Danish pipe renaissance legend Viggo Nielsen and is a talent to be reckoned with throughout Europe and the rest of the world. His pipes are now available in the United States in a plethora of breathtaking shapes and finishes. His rendition of the Bulldog shape is one of the best around. For more information and samples of his work, be sure to visit the Karsten Tarp pipe page for details. Here is a talent you don't want to miss! UPDATE! New Handmade Tampers!: (01/28/09) We at Monjure International are only too happy to introduce new special pipes and accessories which, up until now, have not been available in the United States. We (oh so) proudly introduce two new lines of quality handmade pipe tampers which are sure to dazzle and impress lovers of the aesthetic and functional alike. The first tamper-carver is an Italian gentleman named Massimiliano Usai who makes specialized tampers out of ram and black water buffalo horn with polished Damascus steel. Our second manufacturer is well-known to their many admirers around the world. They are the fine pipe carvers at Ardor and they make extraordinary carved briar tampers with brass and polished metal fittings. These special pieces come in a splendid array of shapes and are highly limited in quantity. Leather sheaths come with tampers of both carvers. Your pipe, tobacco, and accessory collection is incomplete without one of these very special pieces. Please click on the links above to see examples and learn more about these incredible designs. FEATURED! Spring 2009 P&T Magazine Rinaldo Ad: (01/20/09) Buried under several feet of snow? Shivering uncontrollably as the thermostat plummets below zero? Spring Fever is affecting all of us one way or another and Spring's thaw can't come soon enough. Our philosophy is simple...why not bring Spring into the cold of Winter? How do you do this you say? One of the Rinaldos featured in our P&T 2009 Spring Ad can surely melt the blood and warm the heart like nothing else. Click on this link to see the warmth of pure inspiration. UPDATE! Brebbia 10 Pipe Assortment: (01/18/09) News flash: Our Brebbia 10 Pipe Assortment page has just been updated to include a series of new models that exhibit the pinnacle of comfort and style. Take for instance the pipe thumbnail shown above, which is the new Brebbia AD602 Avanti model. This piece has a stunning etched/carved line extending down its back side to go with a fine deep brown finish. The other newly pictured pieces are also exemplars of their respective shapes and all have that special brand of Brebbia pipe smoking magic that goes into all Brebbia pipes. Click here or on the thumbnail above to go straight to the Brebbia 10 Pipe Assortment Page. FEATURED! P&T Magazine reviews two MI tobacco favorites!: (12/15) Pipe and Tobacco Magazine, the bastion for all things of our beloved trade has, in the 'Trial By Fire' section of the latest (Winter 2009) issue has kindly taken the time to review Solani White & Black and Reiner Long Golden Flake-two of our treasured tobacco blends. The results of Harb and Gage's assessments were similar to our own. In other words, they were extremely conducive to the discriminating pipe smokers satisfaction. Be sure to read the reviews by clicking on the thumbnail or link above and by all means-smoke this amazing tobacco!!! FEATURED! Winter 2009 P&T Magazine Ardor Ad: (10/22) Tis' the season once again to light up the tree and the pipe. Father Christmas is envious too, because poor Saint Nick never had pipes like these... (hence the blush in his rosy cheeks) Well, we know what Santa will be getting for Christmas at least. How about the new Ardor Sherlock Holmes Series X Calabash or The Ardor 2008 Christmas Pipe? Check them out here! "Me-erry Christmas!!!" UPDATE! Ardor and Rinaldo Photo Album Updates: (9/07) We have a visual treat for you!!! The venerable Steve Monjure recently spent some time in Italy with the world-renowned pipe carvers of Ardor and Rinaldo. Lucky for us, he took a splendid array of pictures that feature the pipe carvers at their respective atelier studios working on their vaunted creations with the historic beauty of the Pesaro countryside as the backdrop to their abundantly inspired works of genius. So what are you waiting for? Check out the following links that will take you to a set of images you will not soon forget. ENJOY!!! -The Ardor Photo Album Update (09/07/08) -The Rinaldo Photo Album Update (09/07/08) FEATURED! Fall 2008 P&T Magazine Ad Sneak Peek: (6/20) In the Fall 2008 issue of P&T Magazine we proudly sing the endorsements of three featured pipe artisans that dare to ascend to the top of the competitive pipe carving hill: Ardor, Rinaldo, and Joao Reis. Ardor and Rinaldo you may well recognize as icons among the Italian pipe panoply. They easily impress with their vaunted lines and incredible shapes. However, we also sing the praises of another pipe carver that we are duly proud to represent and that is Joao Reis, the Portuguese phenomenon that is wowing the world with his work. When you check out this ad you will see what we are talking about. We believe that there is nothing outside the realm of his abilities. Enjoy! NEW! Brebbia introduces its latest blend: Calvados Mixture No. 110: (6/19) Brebbia is well known world-wide as a connoisseur of fine pipes, pipe accessories, and tobaccos. Their selection of fine English blends and tasty aromatics is supplemented by their latest addition- Calvados. You can read the detailed description by clicking here or on the thumbnail above. Brebbia "Calvados" offers the domain of pipe tobacco a flavor unlike many available today. It comprises of a stellar concotion of Virginias and Burleys flavored with superior French Brandy distilled from apples. It is unique, flavorful, and downright delicious. This is a special treat for discerning taste buds and a blend that you will want to make a mainstay in your rotation. Bon Appetit! FEATURED! Ardor Summer 2008 P&T Magazine Ad: (4/26) Scientists have spent centuries gazing upon all of the stars in the night sky but have never been able to bridge the vast vacuum that stands in between. The problem with that is, who needs to reach the stars when Ardor brings a little bit of heaven to your doorstep? Featured in the upcoming Summer 2008 Issue of Pipe and Tobacco Magazine (with the exclusive preview here), the carvers Rovera have fasioned Heavenly Briars inspired by objects in the celestial sphere. That includes Meteoras, Uranos, and Mercurios...and more! Click here or on the image above to check out the ad. FEATURE! New Study on Cats and Health: (2/27) A new study suggests that cat owners are less likely to die of a heart attack or stroke than those that do not own cats. The study, by reasearchers at the University Of Minnesota, found that those who do not have cats were 30-40% more likely to die of cardiovascular disease than those with cats. There are 90 million cats owned in the US and 36% of US households (38.4 million) own at least one cat and 56% own more than one cat. We think that this information is something to howl about. "Meow!" FEATURE! All Good Things come to 'Bear': (1/22) After a hard day of pillaging, Bear Graves chooses to relax with an Ardor Super Giant pipe. And we can be sure that the mighty men and Gods of Norse lore have nothing on Bear's briar beaut - including the envious and attentive gaze of Thor, Odin, Scyld Scefing, Unferth, Hrothgar-(hell) even Beowulf himself. So, whether you are partying in the nearest Mead Hall with a flagon of grog, are sailing the high seas ten leagues from Nova Scotia or are battle-torn and waiting for the call from Valhalla, you could do much worse than an Ardor pipe. As a matter of fact, we think much worse (ARRRGGHHHHH!) Click on the thumnail to your upper-left to see the full-size image. FEATURE! MAPS 2007 Ardor "Pipe Of The Year" (10/20) We are pleased to introduce you to this panorama of pipe gents from the Memphis Area Pipe Smokers. From left-to-right are Dennis Lee, George Trent, Neil Arnov, Elliot Abel, Mike Smith, Bill Bagley, and Michael Conner. At a recent meeting they were introduced to their new Ardor Ninfea Urano Roccia silver spigot with amber acrylic mouthpiece. There is nothing like the smile that comes to a pipe smokers face when they are greeted with a brand new Ardor pipe. Pipe power! Click here or on the image above to view the full-size image. NEW! Joao Reis Summer 2007 P&T Article is now online!: (10/18) So you say that you missed that great article on pipecarver Joao Reis that was published this past summer in Pipes and Tobaccos Magazine? That's okay, because we are reprinting it here online for your reading enjoyment. Now you will get to experience for the first time (if not again) the inspirations, motivations, history, and expectations of one of the pipe industries young, brilliant talents. Read the excellent Stephen Ross article by clicking on this link or on the thumbnail image above. SAD NEWS... The passing of a Monjure International Icon (1995-2007): (7/08) We have some very sad news to pass along to you. Over the years you may have become acquainted with a special cat by the name of Little Man. On June 25, 2007 Little Man passed away at the age of twelve. In many ways, Little Man has come to be a spokesman for our company in addition to being a dear pet to us. As all pet owners can attest to at one time or another, the loss of a treasured pet is a deeply saddening experience. Pets are more than just our faithful companions, they are also members of our family. Luckily our memories of Little Man are many and fond. Please take a minute to read more about Little Man by clicking on this link or on the thumbnail above. FEATURE! 2006 Chicago Pipe Show Ardor Giant Display: (06/21) We had a great time once again at the 2006 Chicago Pipe Show. Chicago is a pipe-lover's Utopia, as many pipe enthusiasts from all over the world join together in a celebration of the craft. One particular pipe collector and connoisseur of Ardor pipes brought his 'Giant' collection to the show for all to see. We were all in amazement and driven to adoration at such a sight. We are happy to show you Mr. John Morrison's esteemed collection and if you didn't get a chance to attend Chicago, see a digital snapshot of it. Click on the thumnail to your upper-left to see the full-size image. FEATURE! They Might Be Giants: (4/11) Meet Dave Siegel and Stephen Bozler (pictured here at the Trinity East Smoke Shop in Rockville Center, New York). Like the best of smokers in the New York area, these guys enjoy fine tobaccos, good times, and great pipes. That being said, a person in New York or any other state of the union doesn't have to look any farther than the Ardor pipe to find one of the best smoking instruments around. The pipes that these two gentleman are smoking in the picture above are shapes well-known in the Ardor array as the "Saucer". We will be sure not to leave out the fact that these are big pipes, and I mean biiiiiig. Specifically, they are Ardor Giants and a couple of stunning examples of stellar pipe craftsmanship at that. Like all Ardor pipes, the Roveras use the finest quality aged briar to go with fine detail in every phase of carving. Be sure to click on the thumbnail to the pipes in 3D! Well...it seems like three dimensions anyways! FEATURE ITEM! The Brebbia Leather Cigarette Tobacco & Paper Pouch: (4/05) As you may expect, we at Monjure International carry a vast and variegated array of Pipes, Tobaccos, and Pipe Accessories for the Pipe connoisseur. What you may not know is that we have one particular accessory which caters to the Roll-Your-Own Cigarette smokers out there. It is the Brebbia Leather Cigarette Tobacco and Paper Pouch featured above. This particular item is not always easy to find in the US, but we have it in stock. Click here to view details of this item and also other Brebbia Pipe & Tobaco Pouches that we carry. FEATURE! The Spirit of the St. Louis Pipe Show: (2/15) Most of us agree that the Rovera Family of Ardor are incredible pipe carvers. It seems that each and every pipe that comes from their workshop is a work of art. They have gained a loyal following that spans the globe. We are pleased to introduce one of our special Ardor customers, a gentleman by the name of Steve Aikin, who has expressed his passion for Ardor pipes in another artistic way - through the tattoo. That's right, and, when you click on the thumbnail to the upper-left, you will see this intricate and excellent piece of body art close up. It is quite possibly the perfect artistic tribute to the perfect artistic pipe! Enjoy! NEW! R. L. Will, Ardor, Rinaldo, and Kai Nielsen Articles: One of the fine gentleman of the pipe industry, Rudiger L. Will was recently featured in a European Cigar Journal article. Click here to read it in full. Also, be sure to read newly posted Pipe & Tobacco articles on Ardor, Rinaldo, and Kai/Jorgen Nielsen HERE!
EVENTS CALENDAR:
We will be attending the following events in 2009. On display will be fantastic pipes, wonderful tobaccos and an array of incredible accessories all at discounted prices. For most of the following pipe shows, we will have our hotel room open the night before each event. We hope to see you there and if you have special requests, please let us know. 5/22/09 - Fader's - In-Store Pipe Event - Towson, MD - (410-828-4555) Hours: 11:00am - 6:00pm - Admission Free 5/23/09 - Fader's - In-Store Pipe Event - Catonsville, MD - (410-744-9090) Hours: 10:00am - 6:00pm - Admission Free 5/24/09 - Main Street Cigar - In-Store Pipe Event - Bel Air, MD - (410-734-4494) Hours: 10:00am - 6:00pm - Admission Free 6/11/09 - Barclay Rex - In-Store Pipe Event - 75 Broad St. - New York, NY - (212-962-3355) Hours: 11:00am - 6:00pm - Admission Free 6/12/09 - Barclay Rex - In-Store Pipe Event - 70 E. 42nd Street - New York, NY - (212-692-9680) Hours: 11:00am - 6:00pm - Admission Free 8/29/09 - North American Society Of Pipe Collectors (NASPC) Pipe Show - Ramada Hotel - Columbus, OH - (877-609-6086) Hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm - No Admission 9/12/09 - New York Pipe Show - Wyndham Garden Hotel - Newark, NJ (973-824-4000) Hours: 10:00am - 5:00pm - Admission 10/2, 10/3 & 10/4/09 - Conclave Of Richmond Pipe Smokers 25th Annual Pipe Show - Holiday Inn Select Koger South - Richmond, VA (804-379-3800) Hours: Friday (10/2) - Dinner (CORPS Membership Required) Saturday (10/3) - Pipe Show - Hours: 9:30am - 5:00pm Sunday (10/4) - Pipe Show - Hours: 9:00am - 3:00pm 12/5/09 - New York Pipe Show - Wyndham Garden Hotel - Newark, NJ (973-824-4000) Hours: 10:00am - 5:00pm - Admission