Description
The Great Dane Spool Corn Cob Pipe from Missouri Meerschaum is a nod to old world craftsmen and the styling of Danish pipes from the 1980s. Designed to fit comfortably in the hand for both right- and left-handed smokers, the trusty and familiar Spool is a long-time mainstay in Missouri Meerschaum's line of larger, filtered pipes. This pipe accommodates a 6 mm filter and has a genuine hardwood insert in the bottom of the bowl.
Description: Straight Bit. 6 mm Filter.
Approximate Dimensions
- Length: 6 in / 152mm
- Bowl Height: 1.95 in / 50mm
- Chamber Diameter: .75 in / 19mm
- Chamber Depth: 1.625 in / 41mm
About Missouri Meerschaum Pipes
Among the many styles of tobacco pipes available today, few are as uniquely American as the corncob pipe. Simple, affordable, and surprisingly effective, corncob pipes have earned a loyal following among pipe smokers for generations. At the centre of this tradition is Missouri Meerschaum, the world’s most famous maker of corncob tobacco pipes.
Founded in 1869 in Washington, Missouri, Missouri Meerschaum has been producing corncob pipes for more than 150 years. The company’s origins trace back to a Dutch immigrant named Henry Tibbe, who discovered that specially prepared corn cobs made excellent smoking instruments. After carving a pipe for a local farmer, Tibbe quickly realized there was demand for these lightweight and inexpensive pipes, leading to the creation of a business that still thrives today.
Unlike briar or meerschaum pipes, corncob pipes are made from mature corn cobs that are carefully dried over a period of years. Missouri Meerschaum uses a specific variety of corn grown primarily for pipe production. Once harvested and aged, the cobs are shaped, drilled, and fitted with hardwood shanks and stems to create a functional and durable pipe.
One reason corncob pipes remain popular is their smoking quality. Many pipe enthusiasts appreciate the cool, dry smoke produced by a corncob bowl. The porous nature of the cob helps absorb moisture during a smoke, reducing tongue bite and allowing tobacco flavours to shine clearly. For beginners, they offer an affordable entry into pipe smoking, while experienced smokers often keep several corncob pipes in regular rotation.
Missouri Meerschaum produces a wide variety of pipe shapes and sizes, from classic straight designs to bent models and larger “country gentleman” styles. Some are highly rustic and traditional, while others incorporate acrylic stems and more refined finishes for a modern appearance. Despite their modest price point, many smokers find them remarkably dependable and comfortable to use.
Corncob pipes also carry a strong cultural identity. They are often associated with American folk traditions, rural life, and literary figures such as Mark Twain and General Douglas MacArthur, both famously connected with corncob pipes. Their unpretentious character continues to appeal to smokers seeking simplicity and practicality over luxury.
Today, Missouri Meerschaum remains one of the few historic pipe manufacturers still producing pipes in the United States. Their corncob pipes stand as a symbol of enduring craftsmanship, offering a distinctive smoking experience that blends tradition, affordability, and authentic American heritage.
