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Meet Trevor Talbert

Get to know Trevor Talbert and his wife Emily, expert pipe artisans.

About Trevor.

Talbert Pipes was founded by Trevor Talbert in 1998, shortly after Trevor won the first Pipes & Tobacco Magazine National Carving Contest. His wife Emily joined the business shortly after in 2002, and the two relocated temporarily to France.

There, they spent time gleaning not only tools and materials, but experience in handmade tobacco pipe craftsmanship. Now back in the US and operating out of North Carolina, the Talberts continue to offer exquisite pipes to fans all over the world.

Browse this artisan's work.

Artisan Breakdown

YEARS OF MASTERY

AVG. HOURS SPENT ON ONE PIPE

PIPES MADE

We believe artisans should be compensated fairly and properly for their outstanding work.

OUR ARTISAN AGREEMENT

Our aim is to promote artisans who have a true passion for their craft – regardless of their years of experience. In doing this, we also ensure a mutual benefit for hobbyists and artisans.

We give a portion of our profits right back to the artisans who make our business possible.

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