Mark Tinsky

The American Smoking Pipe Co. was formed in 1978 by Mark Tinsky.  Determined to blaze his own path, Mark formed his own company - its goal to create unique pipes, lightweight and comfortable, where attention to detail was the rule not the exception. Exulting in his new freedom, Mark carved out new shapes that were balanced between the radical freehand era of the 70's and the board pipe look of other conservative companies. Hungry for recognition, he stormed the Eastern and Southern shops looking for markets to sell his pipes. Many hidebound retailers refused to try something new, preferring to sell, well, what has always sold before. However, the pipes did take root in many shops and the business thrived.  For over 21 years American has created unique pipes- lightweight and comfortable, using only the finest hand selected Grecian Plateaux briar. All American pipes employ a custom made Italian lucite stem which is filed, sanded, and polished to perfection to ensure a long and comfortable relationship between the pipe and its owner.